Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On March 22, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Leong, conducted an unannounced annual inspection with Leilei Wu.
LPA explained the inspection's purpose to the licensee. During today's inspection, one infant and six pre-k children were in the care of the Licensee and a teacher. The fingerprint clearance is on file for all adult residents. The daycare operates from 8:00 am -6:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
The daycare areas include the
Living Room, Dining Area, Bedroom #1, Bathroom #1 and portion of the backyard.
The off- limit areas
include the Kitchen, Garage, Bedroom #2, Bedroom #3 with Bathroom #2, and portion of the backyard. All off-limit areas are made inaccessible using locked doors. When a child exhibits symptom of illness, the Licensee will separate the child and have the child wait in the side of the home while contacting the parent to arrange for the child's pick-up.
LPA and the Licensee conducted an inspection of the daycare areas to look for potential health and safety hazards. The daycare is outfitted with age-appropriate toys and equipment. The home is well-lit, well-ventilated, and free of defects or conditions that endanger children in care. The daycare is equipped with a smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged fire extinguisher. All the electrical outlets and trash cans are covered. Children have access to first aid supplies. Cleaning compounds, detergents, and other items that could endanger children are kept out of reach of children. Cribs are available for infant to use for napping.
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Cots are available for the pre-k children to use for napping. LPA saw no walkers, bouncers, or other similar items. The backyard is fenced, clean, and equipped with age-appropriate outdoor equipment. The play structure appears to be in good condition. The play structure is surrounded by rubberized cushion to absorb any child falls. According to the Licensee, there are no firearms or weapons on the premises. LPA observed that there were no pools, spas, or other bodies of water on the property.
LPA observed that the Licensee 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 family childcare homes. Every six months, fire and earthquake drills are held and documented,
During the inspection, LPA went over all the children's records. Each child has an emergency information card in their file that includes their full name, phone number, and the location of a parent or other responsible adult who can be contacted in an emergency.
LPA reviewed the licensee and staff records. Both the licensee and the staff member maintain current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification. Additionally, LPA met with the Licensee to discuss supervision and capacity expectations/requirements. Although the Licensee does not transport children, she is aware that children should never be left in vehicles unattended.
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Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource. LPAs also informed the 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.
The Licensee was reminded about the Provider Information Notices (PINs) on the CCLD website. Licensee was informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a child care facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662. LPAs reviewed AB 1207 with the Licensee. As of January 1, 2018, all staff must complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. The training can be obtained online at
www.mandatedreporterca.com
.
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LPAs encouraged the Licensee to frequently visit our website at
www.ccld.ca.gov
for licensing regulations and new updates. The Licensee can also email at
childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov
and ask to be added to the email list for the updates.
LPA reminded the licensee the following documents must be updated in their facility profile and emailed to the department.
1. Mandated Reporter for all staff
2. LIC 995a for the children
3. LIC 627 for the children
4. LIC 9040 for the children
No deficiencies were cited today.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with
Leilei Wu