Routine inspection·January 21, 2025

On January 21, 2025, at 10:52 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Elizabeth George and Bill Billones conducted an unannounced required annual/ random Inspection at the above mentioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPAs met with Licensee Veronica Williams and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPAs, in the company of the Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the facility. At the time of the inspection 3 children were present. Licensee stated that children have access to living room, bathroom, kitchen,one bedroom and backyard. The home was orderly and clean with proper ventilation for all children in care. LPAs observed Clorox and hair care products in the bathroom. Licensee removed both Clorox spray and hair products to a locked closet in off limits bedroom. LPAs observed that sharps, knives, and medications are stored in an elevated kitchen cabinet that is inaccessible to children in care. Cleaning compounds are kept in an off limits area of the FCCH. Toys, furniture and equipment in the facility are age appropriate. LPAs observed required licensing forms and documents posted in the facility. LPAs observed a dual smoke detector/carbon monoxide detector which was tested and found to be operational at 11:18 AM. LPAs observed a regulation fire extinguisher that was last serviced on 7/18/23. LPAs reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. LPAs reviewed the home’s fire drill log with the recent fire drill conducted 12/8/24. LPAs observed that the backyard is completely fenced. LPAs observed plenty of gross motor activities and shade for the children in care. Toys and play equipment observed in backyard are age appropriate and in good conditions. LPAs observed no bodies of water on site. LPAs reminded licensee to keep the garage door locked making it inaccessible to children. Licensee informed LPAs no firearms or ammunition are in the home. 809-C continued on page 2 LPAs reviewed a sampling of the children records. All records reviewed are current and contains complete emergency card information. Facilities current roster of children was reviewed by the LPAs during inspection. All children present during the inspection are noted in the roster. LPAs reviewed the Licensee’s Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications which expire 2/27/25 and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate expired 6/8/24. LPA reminded licensee it is their responsibility to maintain up to date certifications. LPAs advised licensee of requirements for assistants, a criminal record clearance must be approved before initial presence in a FCCH. 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. Licensee does not care for children aged 24 months or younger. 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. LPAs 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/ . 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 . 809-C continued on page 3 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, Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. During today's inspection, deficiencies were cited under Title 22 Division 12 and Health and Safety Code LPA George informed Licensee Veronica Williams this report dated 1/21/25 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risks to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA George informed Licensee to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 1/21/25 that documents any Type A citations to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. A notice of site visit was given to Licensee and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, appeals rights were provided and report was reviewed with the licensee Veronica Williams.