Routine inspection·November 22, 2022

On November 22, 2022 at approximately 08:45 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nathan Garcia arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced Annual Inspection on this day, and met with the Licensee, Wei Ying Liang. Purpose of the inspection was explained. Present there were total of 10 children with the Licensee and two helpers taking care of the children. There were 2 children that arrived shortly after LPA arrived and LPA observed at 8:59, 3 children arrived, and between 9:00-9:30 AM, 5 more children arrived. Another child arrived at 10:50am. There are a total of 4 infants and the rest preschool aged children. Licensee was operating in compliance to the required licensed capacity and ratio limits as of today. LPA verified the background check clearance of the adults working or living in the home. The hours of operation are: M-F, 8:00 AM \342\200\223 5:30 PM. Licensee provides lunch, and AM/PM snacks throughout the day. Daycare areas : Living Room, backyard and Bathroom. Off Limit areas : The Bedrooms and bathroom and Kitchen on the other side of the house. LPA and Licensee inspected the entire childcare area for Health and Safety hazards. LPA observed that off limit areas were locked and made inaccessible to the children in care. There was combined carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in the home. LPA performed the tests to check the functionality of the detector. A fire extinguisher of size 4A10BC was also available in the home located in the living room. First Aid kit is fully stocked and accessible. Per Licensee, there are no firearms or weapons in the home. Licensee states, there are no bodies of water in the home. LPA observed that the house is in good repair and free of hazards with proper temperature and ventilation and lighting. LPA observed that there is a variety of age-appropriate toys, books, and other learning material available in the home for the children in care. Electric outlets have been secured with child protective covers, and a working phone is on site. Licensee has "Markel" Liability Insurance available. ***continue to 2nd page*** ***2nd page continued*** All posting requirements are met and posted near the childcare entrance. Licensee has current and valid CPR and First Aid card expiring on 12/6/22. LPA reviewed facility records including 6 children's files present today. LPA observed that files have records of immunization, names, addresses and telephone numbers of each child's authorized representative. The fire drills are conducted every 6 months and the most recent one was on August 2022. The facility does not have any children in care that requires special medications or allergies. 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - 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: www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . The Licensee was reminded about the Provider Information Notices (PINs) on the CCLD website. Licensees were informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a child care facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662. LPA reviewed AB 1207 with the Licensees. As of January 1, 2018, all staff must complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at www.mandatedreporterca.com . Effective July 1, 2020, Licensees must have proof of completion of EMSA certified lead poison training if applying for a change of location or capacity change to an existing license. ***continue to 3rd page*** ***3rd page continued*** LPA encouraged the Licensee to visit the Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and new updates. The Licensee can also email at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask to be added to the email list for the updates. 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 . LPA discussed the 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 as an additional resource. 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. A copy of this report was emailed and given to the Licensee due to printer error and a site visit notification must be posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Liang, Wei Ying.