Routine inspection·May 3, 2022

On 05/03/22, at 10:45 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Francisca Velazquez conducted an unannounced Required inspection of the abovementioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPA met with Margaret Dunn-Fry, Licensee of the FCCH and explained the nature and purpose of the inspection. Prior to entering the facility, LPA conducted COVID-19 risk assessment and based on Licensee's responses it was determined that the facility is safe and free of any COVID-19 exposures. Licensee also took LPA's temperature prior to LPA entering the facility. LPA notes eleven (11) children are on site along with Licensee, Spouse and Assistant. LPA observed all staff members using face mask in and out of the facility. LPA, in the company of the Licensee, toured the exterior and interior of the FCCH. This is a three (3) bedroom, two bathroom home. The home\342\200\231s living room, kitchen, dining area, bathroom, garage and outdoor yard are used for child care services. Licensee stated that children go through one bedroom to get to the garage. Children are always accompanied by an adult when using the garage. The two other bedrooms are excluded from services with the exception of the Master bedroom being used as an isolation area when needed. The FCCH is orderly and has ventilation to afford for the children\342\200\231s comfort and safety. Medication in the FCCH is stored in an elevated cabinet in the hallway of the facility. Sharps are stored in an elevated cabinet in the kitchen. Cleaning compounds were observed to be stored in an elevated closet in the hallway of the facility. The day care room, bathroom, kitchen, and outdoor area all have disinfectant wipes within reach of staff but inaccessible to children in care. All areas were observed to be inaccessible to children in care. Toys, furniture and equipment observed in the FCCH are age appropriate. Required forms are posted on the FCCH living room wall. The FCCH has smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were tested at 11:50 am and found to be operable. The FCCH has a regulation fire extinguisher which was serviced 07/01/21. CONT 809-C LPA reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. LPA reviewed the home\342\200\231s fire/disaster drill documentation. The last drill was completed on 05/02/22. The outdoor play yard is completed fenced. LPA notes that the yard affords plenty of natural shade for the children. Toys, furniture and equipment observed in the yard are age appropriate. LPA observed no bodies of water on site. LPA observed a outdoor hand washing station accessible to the children. LPA observed that drinking water is provided during the day by means of individualized cups. A sampling of the children's records were reviewed. The records are current, complete and possessed emergency contact information. The Licensee's records were also reviewed and found to be complete. Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR and First (EMSA approved) expires 04/21/23, spouse CPR expires 04/21/23 and assistant's CPR expires 1/1/24. LPA found that Licensee, Spouse and Assistant have valid Mandated Reporter certificates. Licensee's AB1207 expires 2/22/24, Spouse's AB1207 expirs 2/2/24 and Assistant's AB1207 expires 12/30/23. The Licensee notes no firearms or ammunition are stored on site. 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 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. 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. CONT 809-C LPA also informed licensee [facility representative] 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 notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview and report was reviewed with the licensee, Margaret Dunn-Fry.