Routine inspection·August 11, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christopher Jackson met with licensee Ruchira Dave for an unannounced random annual inspection and toured areas of the single-story home accessible to children in care. Off-limit areas include bedroom next to bathroom, laundry room, pantry and garage. The census included seven children in care ages 17 months, 17 months, 2.5, 2.5, 2.5, 2.5 and 3.5 years. Also present was licensee\342\200\231s assistant during today's inspection. Licensee stated there are no new residents in the home since licensure. All Adult residents have criminal record clearances. LPA observed CPR/First Aid certificates which expired on 6/23. LPA discussed licensing requirements, including the posting of licensing inspection notices and reports and Parent Notification Requirements. LPA reviewed three children\342\200\231s files during today's inspection. LPA observed the file to be kept according to Title 22 regulations. LPA discussed the requirement for fire drills. LPA reminded licensee fire drills should be conducted at least once every six months and documented. LPA observed that there were no hazardous items accessible to children. LPA observed knives to be kept in an upper cupboard and out of reach of the children in care. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. LPA observed a fire extinguisher, and dual smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector that meet regulation. LPA did not observe any toys with broken or sharp edges during today's inspection. The backyard is fenced and gated. There is a wooden play structure in the back yard. LPA observed there were no broken boards or sharp objects coming off of the play structure. There were no bodies of water observed during today's inspection. During the inspection LPA provided COVID-19 technical assistance to the licensee to incorporate Department of Public Health safety protocols for operating during the pandemic. LPA discussed posting requirements and facility operations including sanitation and pick up/drop off procedures. Report Continues on 809-C 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA discussed licensing requirements, including SB 277 (no longer accepting religious beliefs for immunization's) and SB 792 pertaining to immunization requirements for staff. In addition LPA discussed the infant sleep regulations with licensee. LPA discussed the requirement to check and log infant napping every 15 minutes for infants 24 months and under. In addition LPA discussed the infant sleep plan. LPA discussed the requirement for all infants 12 months and under to have a completed copy of LIC 9227 in the child's file. LPA provided a copy of LIC 9227 for licensee during today's inspection. LPA discussed the Mandated Reporter Training with licensee and reminded licensee of the requirement to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. The OCAP modules are free of cost and available at: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/ . LPA checked facilities fees and confirmed that it is up to date. LPA provided the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov , so the licensee can obtain updated licensing information, new regulations and access forms. LPA advised licensee of their responsibility to stay current in regards to new regulations. LPA also included the email address for the children's advocacy program to stay current on new laws and regulations childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . No Title 22 Deficiencies were cited during today's inspection. LPA reviewed report with the licensee and provided copies. An exit interview was conducted. LPA observed the Notice of Site Visit posted and the licensee understands it must remain posted for 30 days.