Routine inspection·October 4, 2024

On 10/04/2024 at 1:54 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joaquin Mendez conducted an unannounced Required inspection of the facility. The LPA met with Heather Luis, Licensee of the FCCH and explained the nature, scope, and purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of Licensee toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. The home consists of three (3) bedrooms, two (2) bathroom, kitchen, dining room, home with garage. Licensee stated that children have access to the living room, kitchen, dining room, three (3) bedrooms, hallway bathroom, and backyard. Meanwhile the bathroom in the master bedroom and garage are in-accessible and excluded from childcare. At the time of the inspection, 4 children are present. LPA notes two (2) of the children are infants at the time of inspection. The home was clean, orderly and has ventilation to afford for the children\342\200\231s comfort and safety. Further, the home was void of hazardous items. \302\267 At 2:20pm the LPA observed a smoke detector in the hall and carbon monoxide detector the bedroom. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were not tested due to the children napping during the inspection. \302\267 Required forms are predominantly posted on the wall of the home. \302\267 The home has a regulation fire extinguisher which had a purchase date 4/15/2024. LPA reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. \302\267 The home maintains working telephone services by way of cell phone. \302\267 Medication in the home is stored in an elevated cabinet in the kitchen inaccessible to children in care. \302\267 Knives and sharps are in an elevated shelf in the kitchen inaccessible to children in care. \302\267 Cleaning compounds and chemicals are stored in a locked elevated cabinet in the kitchen and inaccessible. Continue on LIC809C pg2 \302\267 Toys, furniture, and equipment observed in the home are safe, varied and were age appropriate. The backyard is adequately closed with brick fencing and the floor is split into concrete and artificial turf for day care use. \302\267 In the back yard are various toys and equipment for the enjoyment of small children. Additionally, LPA reminded Applicant to replace play equipment and toys when such items began to degrade or are not in good repair. \302\267 The play structures are in good shape and well maintained. LPA reminded licensee to make daily checks to play structures for imperfections and anything which could be harmful to children in care. \302\267 There are no bodies of water observed. LPA reviewed children records and were complete. The Licensee records are also current. \302\267 CPR and First Aid certifications expiring on 3/15/2025. \302\267 Mandated Reporter Certification which expires on 12/2/2026. \302\267 Fire drill last conducted 6/3/2024. \302\267 The Licensee stated there are no firearms or ammunition in the home. Licensee Heather Luis was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Licensee states she does not provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). IMS policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Continue on LIC809C pg3 Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . 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-andresources/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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process . During the exit interview, the Licensee Heather Luis, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile on 10/01/2024 in FAS. Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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 platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option Continue on LIC809C pg4 to receive email communication. There were no deficiencies cited at this time. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Heather Luis. A notice of site visit was given to Licensee Heather Luis and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.