Routine inspection·October 25, 2023

On October 25, 2023, at 9:45 am., 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, Martha Inzunza and disclosed the purpose of the inspection. Also present was licensee's assistant, Curtis James. There were four (4) daycare children present, one (1) of whom was under 24 months. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. This one story four bedroom, two bath home was toured and inspected. The following areas are used for childcare: dining room, living room, hallway bathroom, front patio area, the upper level of the backyard behind the patio. The off-limit areas include the garage/laundry room, bedrooms #1 through #4, bathroom #1 (inside of bedroom #4), and the side yard (driveway area). The off-limits areas have door locks, safety gates and a fence. Licensee stated that she understood that there must always be direct supervision while outdoors with the children. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. Poisons, detergents, medications and hazardous items were made inaccessible to children during the inspection. The licensee has toys, play equipment and book available. Licensee stated there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed 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. See LIC 809C Continuation... First Aid and CPR certification for licensee is valid through 5/2025 and assistant is valid through 4/2024. Licensee and assistant have the required immunization records on file. Mandated Reporter training certification for licensee and assistant are valid. 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. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted and documented on 4/17/2023. 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 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. On this date, 10/25/2023, the California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s Law website (meganslaw.ca.gov) was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ. See LIC 809 Continuation... 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. LPA and licensee discussed PIN 23-11-CCP regarding large family child care home single action door handle requirements. Licensee stated that the information was also discussed with the Fire Marshall during the facility inspection. The agency received a granted fire clearance approval on 9/22/2023. 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 in school with 1 child enrolled in kindergarten and 1 child at least six years of age and no more than three infants. Licensee maintains control of property and has Property Landlord Consent (LIC 9149) on file. A Large Family Child Care Home license may be issued upon final file review. An exit interview was conducted with the Licensee, Martha Inzunza. A copy of the report and Appeal Rights were explained and provided to the licensee. Notice of Site Visit (LIC9213) was given to Licensee and must remain posted for 30 days. See LIC 809C Continuation... 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