Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 7/11/2024 at 9:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Gigi Reyes conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection at the above home. LPA met with the applicant, Mona Olivo Leyva. LPA discussed the purpose of the inspection. Family Child Care Home (FCCH) will operate from Monday to Saturday, from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The FCCH will serve children from 0 to 12 years of age.
Applicant and LPA toured the home inside and out, it is a one story dwelling which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining and kitchen, fenced backyard, garage and laundry room. All the areas in the home were inspected. Areas accessible to children will be the living room, dining, kitchen areas, one bathroom, and backyard. Inaccessible areas are the three bedrooms, garage and laundry room and child safety lock were installed in each door. LPA observed nap mats playpen age-appropriate toys, books, and equipment for children in the living room which is primarily the main area for day care.
It was noted that knives and cleaning materials are kept inaccessible to children in care. The bathroom for children\342\200\231s use is free of toxins during the time of the inspection, kitchen cabinets have child\342\200\231s lock installed in every cabinet door. The 2A10 BC fire extinguisher was serviced on 4/20/2024.
Continued on LIC 809C
Dual carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and found to be functional. The applicant stated that there are no guns and ammunition in the home. Nobodies of water were observed. Applicant provided the proof of control of property.
Applicant completed the FCCH orientation on 8/17/2023, preventative health and nutrition training on 5/9/2024. She also completed Pediatric 1st Aid/CPR training on 12/25/2023 (expires on 12/25/2025) while the Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 2/26/2024 (expires on 02/26/2026) Applicant
was reminded that it is her responsibility to renew the required training every two years.
LPA discussed the requirement for care providers/employees, including volunteers, to obtain immunization against Influenza, Pertussis, Measles, including verification of TB, with applicant's verification being on file.
Prohibited items and equipment in the FCCH, such as walkers, bouncers, etc., were also reviewed with the applicant, as well as the LIC 311D Forms/Records To Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Children's record-keeping requirements were also reviewed.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see
PIN 22-02-CCP
. 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: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at:
http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
.
Continued on LIC 809C.
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant, and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at:
htttps://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep
, as an additional resource. LPA also informed applicant 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.
On this date, 7/11/2024, the California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ.
Applicant 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.
Continued LIC 809C.
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-care-licensing/subscribe
and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.
The applicant/home meets the requirements of Title 22 Division 12 for a Small Family Child Care Home License. License is effective today, 7/11/2024.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with applicant, Mona Salto Leyva.