Routine inspection·July 2, 2025

On 07/02/2025, at 12:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shane Loftus conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the above-mentioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPA met with Melinda Collins, Licensee of the FCCH and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of Licensee toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. The home\342\200\231s living room, converted bedroom ("playroom"), guest room, hallway bathroom and back yard are used for child care services, while the remainder of the home is excluded from care. LPA notes the FCCH is a two-story dwelling and child safety gates are observed in the hallway, the entry to the playroom, the entry to the kitchen and the entry to the craft room (leading to the upstairs stairwell). At the time of the inspection, twelve (12) children are present along with an assistant providing care and supervision. Required forms are prominently posted in the FCCH's living room on the side of a cabinet/shelf. The FCCH has a fireplace which is screened with glass and storage bins, making it inaccessible to children. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the FCCH. Detectors were tested at 1:35 PM and 1:37 PM and found to be operable. The FCCH has a regulation fire extinguisher which was service on 09/06/24. LPA reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. The home maintains working telephone services. Continued on 809-C The FCCH has ventilation to afford for childcare. LPA observed cleaning compounds locked under the kitchen sink. Medication was observed on an elevated shelf in the kitchen. Sharps in the kitchen are in the far corner of a kitchen counter which is behind a small appliance. LPA notes all items are inaccessible as the kitchen is excluded from child care. Toys, furniture and equipment observed in the FCCH are age appropriate. The bathroom used for child care was observed to be clean. The backyard is enclosed by a combination of wooden and chain linked fencing. The fence\342\200\231s entry/exit gates are secure. The footing in the backyard area is varied. Toys and play equipment observed are age appropriate. LPA observed a propane tank in backyard which is enclosed by wood fencing, making it inaccessible to children in care. LPA reminded Licensee to remove/replace outdoor place equipment and toys which are degraded or are not in good repair. LPA observed no bodies of water on site. LPA observed several cats on the property. Licensee informed LPA some cats are pets, while others are farm/stray cats in the farm like setting of the residence. Licensee informed LPA access doors in the home are closed to ensure non-pet cat are not accessing the home. Further, Licensee traps and neuters cats to ensure the cat populations are reduced in the residential area. A sampling of the children records were reviewed. The records are current, complete and possess emergency contact information as well as immunization records, among other required licensing documents. The Licensee's and assistant's records are also current and complete with CPR and First Aid certifications and Mandated Reported training. The Licensee informed LPA no firearms or ammunition are stored on site. The Licensee 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 D epartment. 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: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Continued on 809-C 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 e quipment. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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 was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profi le in FAS. 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 . No deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Me linda Collins.