Routine inspection (3-year)·November 27, 2023

On November 27, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tso conducted an unannounced, annual visit to the Family Child Care Home listed above. The LPA was granted entry by the Licensees, Aminta Nadelman. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. Present during LPA's visit included licensee, licensee's spouse, licensee's son, and daughter-in-law (another licensee), and 8 enrolled children (3 infants and 5 preschool age). Licensee is operating within capacity limits and ratio during LPA's visit. Licensee lives in a 3-bedroom multi-level home, with spouse and daughter-in-law. All adults living in the home have fingerprint clearance on file. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. The DAY CARE AREAS are on the Lower level Family Room, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 3, and back yard. The rest of the home is off-limits. The off-limits areas are properly barricaded with child safety gates and/or closed doors. There are stairs in the backyard to upper stairs that were observed to be barricaded. The LPA and the licensee both performed careful inspections of the daycare facility to look for any potential health and safety hazards. Toys and equipment that are suitable for children of the proper age range are provided at the daycare. The building has sufficient lighting and ventilation, and it is free of any defects or conditions that put children at risk. The facility is equipped with a first aid kit that is completely loaded with everything that is required for the treatment of injuries. The daycare facility is equipped with a combined smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a fire extinguisher that is always ready for use. Every garbage can and power outlet has been covered. Products for cleaning and washing, detergents, and any other materials that could put children in danger are stored out of the children\342\200\231s reach. The LPA did not find any walkers, bouncers, or other comparable objects during today\342\200\231s inspection. (Continue Report on Page 2...) (Continued, Page 2...) LPA observed that 2 cribs with covers, 1 crib with blanket on crib edge. The licensee removed them immediately. LPA also observed that an infant wears a sleep sack. LPA discussed with the licensee that sleep sack is not allowed. (Please refer to LIC809D). Apart from that, LPAs did not observe any hazardous materials to be accessible to children. According to the licensee, there are reportedly no firearms or other weapons on the premises. The LPA observed that the facility did not have any bodies of water. The LPA observed that the facility had posted all the required forms, including the facility license, Notification of Parental Rights, Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, and Notification of Personal Rights. The Licensee is aware that smoking is not permitted in a family childcare facility. Bathroom for children's use was observed to be in proper working condition. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials to be accessible to children. The entire backyard is fully enclosed and fenced. The outdoor area is equipped with a variety of toys and materials. There is a play structure in the backyard that was observed to be in good condition. Flooring in backyard was observed to be clean. LPA reviewed six children\342\200\231s records. Children\342\200\231s files have a record of emergency identification information on file. Licensee's Pediatric First Aid/CPR is current and will expire 06/2024. Emergency drills are properly logged and maintained. Last emergency drill was conducted 09/15/2023. Licensee has licensing documentation properly posted and available for review. However, the15-minute check record for an infant was up to 04/2023 only. LPA discussed with the licensee that the 15-minute check and records should be applicable to all infants (age below 24 months) (Please refer to LIC809D). LPA reminded licensee about Mandated Reporter training available www.mandatedreporterca.com . Licensee was reminded Mandated Reporter training must be renewed every 2 years and all staff whom directly work with children must complete training. But Aminta Nadelman\342\200\231s mandated reporter training certificate expired on 08/05/2020. LPA reminded the licensee to complete the training. (Continue Report on Page 3...) (Continued, Page 3...) Licensee was reminded, as of September 1, 2016, all Staff and Volunteers must provide proof of immunization against pertussis, measles, and influenza, or qualifies for an exemption, pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.622. 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 . Licensee 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. 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. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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, Aminta Nadelman, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Please refer to LIC 809D for today\342\200\231s citation. A copy of today\342\200\231s report and the facility\342\200\231s appeal rights were given to Aminta Nadelman. The Notice of Site Visit was given to Aminta Nadelman and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Aminta Nadelman.