Routine inspection·August 16, 2023

On August 16, 2023, at 2:30 pm., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Vicky Williamson conducted an unannounced annual required inspection and inspected facility for the purpose of a capacity increase. LPA met with Licensee, Ligia Barbosa and disclosed the purpose of the inspection. Also present was Assistant Jasmine Cabrera, who aided as a translator due to applicant's primary language is Spanish. There were seven (7) daycare children present, three (3)of whom were under 24 months. At 3:30pm, Licensee's spouse Javier Rodriguez arrived to the facility. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm. This one story four bedroom, two bath home was toured and inspected. The following areas are used for childcare: kitchen, dining room, living room, hallway bathroom, backyard, patio area, exploring area located in the upper level of the backyard behind the patio. The off-limit areas include the garage, bedrooms #1 through #4, bathroom (inside of master), and the side yard (lot area). The off-limits areas have door locks and fences.Licensee stated she understood that there must always be direct supervision while outdoors with the children. During the inspection, LPA observed children napping in off limit areas which included bedroom #1, bedroom #2 and bedroom #4. The doors to bedroom #1, #2 and #4 were closed and Child #1 (C1) and Child #2 (C2) are infants. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. Hazardous items were not made inaccessible to children during the inspection. LPA observed shampoos, razors, body wash, and facial wash in the shower of the hallway bathroom also observed was perfume on a dresser in bedroom #1. Licensee locked the bedrooms and secured the shower with a safety strap lock. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. Licensee stated she understood that there must always be direct supervision while outdoors with the children. Licensee stated there is an inflated children's pool attached to the jumper play structure that is utilize on occasion for outdoor play. LPA observed no other bodies of water during the time of inspection. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. First Aid and CPR certification for licensee and assistant are valid through 3/2024. Licensee and assistant have the required immunization records on file. Mandated Reporter training certification for licensee expired on 6/30/2023 and certification for assistant was not available for review. LPA informed licensee to ensure the mandated reporter training is completed once every two years. LPA observed the required documents posted. A sample of children\342\200\231s files were reviewed and determined to be complete. Fire/disaster drill documentation was not available for review during time of inspection. Licensee stated that there has not been a fire/disaster drill conducted at the facility. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep See LIC 809C Continuation... LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. LPA and licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . LPA discussed and provided Licensee with the following: childcare advocates email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed - related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. The agency received a granted fire clearance approval on 8/9/2023. LPA advised the Licensee that prior to making alterations or additions to the home or grounds, the Licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed change. LPA discussed the maximum number of children for whom care shall be provided when there is an assistant provider in the home, including children under age 10 who live in the licensee's home and the assistant provider's children under age 10, shall be either: Twelve (12) children with no more than four of whom may be infants or Fourteen (14) children, with at least two of the children with 1 child enrolled in kindergarten and 1 child at least six years of age and no more than three infants, with landlord consent (LIC 9149). Licensee maintains control of property. A Large Family Child Care Home license may be issued upon final file review and completion of the following: - Mandated Reporter Training for licensee and assistant. - Proof of fire/disaster drill conducted and documented. See LIC 809C Continuation... Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809D. A copy of the report and appeal rights (LIC 9058) and notice of site visit (LIC9213) was provided to Licensee and must remain posted for 30 days. LPA explained the inspection report to licensee and licensee's spouse Javier Rodriguez translated the report in Spanish to licensee. Licensee stated she understood. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process An exit interview was conducted, with the Licensee, Ligia Barbosa and Licensee's spouse Javier Rodriguez.