Routine inspection·July 26, 2021

On July 26, 2021 at 1:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Francisca Velazquez and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Maria Mueller conducted an unannounced Required Inspection of the facility. Prior to entering the facility, LPA conduct COVID-19 questionnaire, and based on Licensee\342\200\231s responses it was determine that that facility did not have any COVID-19 exposures. LPA met with Maria Rosas, Licensee of the facility and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA in the company of the Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the home. This is a two (2) story home with four (4) bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms, dining room, kitchen, living room, and garage. Licensee stated that children have access to the living room, kitchen, dining room, garage and backyard, while second floor and all the bedrooms are off limits to the children in care. During the time of the inspection, Licensee was caring for three (3) children along with her son/assistant, Carlos Rosas. LPA observed 2 grand children in the home. LPA observed required forms posted in the walls of the garage. The day care room has plenty manipulative and material for children in care. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the facility. Detectors were not tested during inspection due to daycare children napping. Licensee stated her home has an alarm system with ADT and they come out every three (3) months to check the system which includes carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector. The home has a regulation fire extinguisher which was serviced on 5/10/21. LPA reminded Licensee that fire extinguisher needs to be either service or purchase annually. The home maintains working telephone services. LPA observed a small gate located at the bottom of the stairway making the second floor inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed all cleaning supplies stored in the garage in a high cabinet that is inaccessible to children in care. The facility is orderly, clean and has ventilation for child care services. The restroom used for children was found to be clean and orderly. Medication in the facility is stored in the garage in a high cabinet and also in the Licensee\342\200\231s bedroom, both areas are inaccessible to children in care. Toys and equipment observed in the facility are age appropriate. CONT 809-C Licensee stated that children have access to the backyard for outdoor play. Licensee stated that children are always supervised when playing in the backyard. LPA reminded Licensee of the importance of having direct supervision when children are engaged in outside play. No bodies of water were observed on site. Licensee stated there are no guns or ammunition in the facility. A sampling of the children's record were reviewed and found to have current and up to date with emergency information cards. The Licensee's has current Mandated Reporter training certificate that expires 9/10/22. LPA reminded Licensee that Mandated Reporter training certificate has to be updated every two (2) years. Licensee has current CPR and First Aid certifications that will expired 2/12/23. Last emergency drill was conducted on 7/7/21. LPA's reminded Licensee that emergency drills are required every six (6) months and need to be documented. The Licensee is not providing 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 LPA discussed COVID 19 guidance and best practices with the Licensee. LPA discussed safe sleep regulations and Individual Infant Sleep Plan LIC 9227. Licensee stated that she was aware of the new sleep regulations. Licensee was reminded that it is Licensee's responsibility to know the regulations for Family Child Care Home which can be accessed on-line at www.ccld.ca.gov . LPA and Licensee discussed safe sleep regulations. Licensee stated that she just took a course through her local resource and referral on the new safe sleep regulations. In areas evaluated, there were no deficiencies cited during today's visit. Report was read to Licensee, Maria Rosas in Spanish by LPA Velazquez as Licensee is primarily Spanish speaking. LPA provided Licensee with Notice of Site visit (LIC 9213) which was posted by the Licensee.