Routine inspection·April 6, 2023

On April 6, 2023 at approximately 12:45pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Catrina Quimbo conducted an unannounced, annual inspection. LPA met with licensee, Khilola Begiyeva, and explained the purpose of the inspection. Present during LPA's visit included both licensees, two assistant teachers and 11 preschool children. Facility is operating within capacity limits and ratio during LPA's visit. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm. All adults living and/or working in the home have fingerprint clearance on file. Licensees live in the mulit-level home. The DAY CARE AREAS are the living room (main classroom), dining area, family room (playroom), nap room (located next to playroom), bathroom #1 and backyard. The OFF LIMIT AREAS include the kitchen (pass by only), garage and entire second level of home. Off limit areas are made inaccessible with a child safety gate and/or locked doors. With licensee, LPA toured day care areas of home. Licensees operate home as a Russian immersion program. LPA observed home to be in good repair with proper temperature and ventilation. Living room, dining area, and play room were equipped with a variety of age appropriate toys and materials that were in good working condition. Living room includes a fire place that is appropriately barricaded. LPA observed poisons, cleaning supplies and solutions to be made inaccessible, located in home's high shelves. Children's napping area was observed to be clean with appropriate bedding equipment. Bathroom for children's use was observed to be clean and in proper working condition. Bathroom is equipped with appropriate toileting equipment and appropriate sanitation products. LPA did not observe any poisons, chemicals or hazardous materials in accessible drawers. Home is equipped with a fully stocked first aid kit, fully charged fire extinguisher, fully stocked emergency backpack, and a working smoke/carbon monoxide detector. Per licensee, there are no weapons or firearms in the home. (Continue Report on Page 2...) (Continued, Page 2...) Entire outdoor area is enclosed with an at least 5 ft. high fence. LPA observed outdoor area to be equipped with outdoor toys and materials that were observed to be in proper working condition. Outdoor area includes a sand box that is properly covered. LPA did not observe any pools, spas or bodies on water on site. LPA observed licensing documentation to be properly posted and available for review. Licensees maintain a child care roster that is up to date and made available for review. LPA reviewed six children's records, that were complete. Children's files have a record of emergency identification information on file. LPA reviewed both co-licensees and two assistant teachers' files. All staff present have a valid CPR certification that will expire 01/2025. Both licensees have a current Mandated Reporter certification that will expire 03/2025. All staff present had proof of required immunizations that were made available for review. Emergency drills are conducted at least once every six months and are properly documented. Last disaster drill was conducted 03/07/2023. 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. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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. (Continue Report on Page 3...) (Continued, Page 3...) To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . 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 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. No deficiencies were cited today under CCR, Title 22, Div. 12. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Khilola Begiyeva.