Follow-up·December 6, 2022

On 12/06/2022 at 9:10am, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) David Miller and Michelle Hood conducted an unannounced case management inspection for the purpose of a capacity increase from a small to a large license. LPA met with the licensee, Erick Karoli. No children were present. On 09/09/2022, Licensee submitted an application (LIC 279) requesting a capacity increase. The Fire Safety Inspection Request (STD 850) was approved for fourteen (14) children on 10/21/2022. This facility is a one story, four (4) bedroom, two (2) bathroom home. Licensee accompanied LPA during this inspection. Licensee is using the following areas for daycare: daycare room, dining room, kitchen, and bathroom. Licensee stated that the daycare room will be used for isolation of sick children. Off limits areas include; all four bedrooms and bathroom #2, and are made inaccessible via a safety locks on all the doorknobs. Licensee states he will utilize fenced backyard for outdoor activities. Licensee was reminded that continuous supervision is to be given to children whenever engaged in outdoor activities. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00am to 11:59pm. Licensee stated he will notify the Department of any changes in the hours of operation. The fire extinguisher is rated 2A 10B: C. and is in the kitchen mounted on the kitchen wall. The smoke/carbon monoxide detector meets requirements and is operational. LPA observed that the home has sufficient space, toys, and equipment available for children\342\200\231s use. Licensee\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 03/19/2022. Licensee has required immunizations. Licensee completed the mandated reporter training on 09/16/2022. The facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. Licensee stated there are no bodies of water on the premises, and no weapons or ammunition in the facility. LPA observed no bodies of water during the inspection. The Licensee was provided with the Ratio/Capacity Worksheet for a large family childcare home. The Licensee acknowledged that if no assistant provider is present at a Large Family Child Care Home, then the Licensee shall comply with the capacity requirements for a Small Family Child Care Home. Licensee stated that has property owner landlord consent (LIC-9149) to care for 14 children. The Licensee is advised to regularly visit the Community Care Licensing WEB SITE: http://www.ccld.ca.gov/ for quarterly updates and updated regulation information. Duty Line was provided: (619) 767-2248. Southern California Child Care Advocate (SCCCA) information was provided. The Licensee is already enrolled in this program\342\200\231s email email list through the CCLD website, thus receives updated regulation information. Advocate information was provided: (916) 654-1541 and childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov During a file review, the following deficiencies were noted. Please see LIC 809-D Due to printer technical errors, LPA was unable to print out the licensee report and Notice of Site Visit, and the licensee shall reply within 24 hours. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with this posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Erik Karoli.