Routine inspection·September 16, 2021

On September 16, 2021, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Van, conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee Karen Fretes. The purpose of the inspection was explained and granted entry to the home by the Licensee. At present, there are five children in care with Licensee (3 infants and 2 preschoolers). The licensee rents this apartment unit, which consists of 2 bedrooms, and a bath. Per the Licensee, the home residents are Licensee, her adult brother, her mom, and her adult son, who has just come back from college . Daycare areas are the living room, dining room, and the front patio. Off limit areas are the two bedrooms, a kitchen, and a garage. Hours of operations are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm. Per Licensees, sick children will be separated from the group and waiting for the parent to pick them up in the living room. LPA and Licensee inspected the daycare areas for health and safety hazards. During the inspection, LPA observed the following: The daycare area is clean, orderly, and equipped with age-appropriate toys and equipment for the children. The home has adequate lighting and ventilation. The house has a working telephone, smoke alarm, carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged fire extinguisher. First aid supplies are available for children . Per Licensee, there are no firearms or weapons in the home. The Licensee states she has a cat, and it has an up-to-date vaccination, and always stays in the bedroom, off-limit area. LPA observed no pools, spas, or other bodies of water on the premises. The Licensee had posted all the required forms (i.e., License, Notification of Parent's Rights, Earthquake preparedness checklist, and Notification of Personal Rights). Per Licensee, fire drills are conducted every month; the last fire drill was conducted on 09/01/2021. continued on next page... LPA reviewed the children's records and Personell's records. LPA observed that the Licensee maintained records of each child accordingly; identification and emergency information, consent for medical treatment, and parent's rights were appropriately completed. The Licensee and helper have maintained a record of immunization and CPR FirstAids training for both are valid until 2023. Incidentals Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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 Licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA 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. continued on next page... 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. LPA 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 . LPA 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. No deficiencies were observed in today's inspection. The report was reviewed and signed by the Licensee, Karen Fretes. Today's report, 9/16/2021, and notice of site visit will be sent to the Licensee email by the close of business on 9/16/2021. Confirmation of receipt is required, and a notice of site visit must remain posted for 30 days.