Routine inspection·July 29, 2021

On July 29, 2021, at 12:10 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Francisca Velazquez and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Maria Mueller conducted a Comprehensive Required Annual inspection of the facility. Prior to entering the facility, LPA conducted COVID-19 pre-screening questionnaire and based on Licensee's responses it was determined that there were not COVID-19 exposures in the facility. LPA and LPM met with Erika Aispuro, Licensees of the facility and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA and LPM, in the company of Licensee toured the interior and exterior of the facility. The home\342\200\231s living room, kitchen, one bedroom, bathroom and backyard are used for child care. At the time of the inspection eight (8) children are present. Required licensing forms are posted on the wall of living room. The living room has an open face heater that is covered and inaccessible to children in play by metal gate. Licensee stated that open face heater is not used during the summer and only used during winter months. Per Licensee, open face heater has not been used since January 2021. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the home which were tested and found operable at 1:20 PM. Likewise, the home has a regulation fire extinguisher which was service on July 13, 2021. LPA reminded the Licensees to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually . The home was clean, orderly and void of hazardous items. LPA observed that cleaning compounds are stored in facility's kitchen in a high cabinet that is inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed that sharps are stored in a high cabinet in the kitchen and are inaccessible to children in care. Medication in the facility is stored in a locked box in the bedroom in a high shelve that is inaccessible to children in care. Toys, furniture and equipment observed in the facility are age appropriate. CONT 809-C The backyard has grassy play area with plenty of shade for children in care. The backyard is enclosed with wooden fencing. Toys and play equipment observed in the backyard are age appropriate. No bodies of water were observed on site. A sampling of the children records were reviewed. The records were current, complete and possessed emergency contact information as mandated by regulations. The Licensees' records were also current and complete with CPR and First Aid certifications expiring on 2/29/22. Licensee has current Mandated Reporter Training certificate which expires 9/27/22. Licensee has current facility roster accessible for review. LPA observed that all children present during today's inspection are listed in the facility roster. Licensees stated no firearms or ammunition are stored on site. The Licensees are not providing Incidental Medical Services (IMS). Policy was discussed. 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 the new safe sleep regulations and LIC 9227. Licensee was provided a copy of the new safe sleep regulations and LIC 9227 (Individual Infant Sleep Plan). Licensee stated that at the time she does not have any infant age children enrolled in her facility. Licensee is aware of the new safe sleep regulations and has received resources regarding the new safe sleep regulations from her local resource and referral office. Licensee was reminded of responsibility to know the regulations for FCCH which can be accessed on-line at www.ccld.ca.gov . In areas evaluated, no deficiencies observed. LPA read and translated this report in Spanish to Licensee, Erika Aispuro. LPA observed licensee post the Notice of Site visit.