Routine inspection·January 18, 2023

On January 18th, 2023, at 12:20PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rosie Breault made an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. LPA met with licensee Estrella Ruiz and advised of nature and purpose of inspection. Additionally, licensee submitted a request for increase of capacity which will be addressed during the inspection. In addition to licensee, was her daughter Bibiana (over aged 18, and assistant) was present and is fingerprint cleared. At the time of the inspection there were four (4) children present and 2 staff. Licensee provided LPA a tour of the facility both inside and out. This is a three (3) bedroom, two (2) bathroom, single story home. Off limit areas are identified as one bathroom, all three bedrooms, kitchen, and dining room. On limit areas are identified as playroom, living room, and sunroom, back yard play area, and children use one bathroom hallway for toileting needs. Licensee has required documents posted in a prominent place. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and functioning at the time of the inspection. Facility has current fire extinguisher with service date of 10/18/2022. Licensee stated no firearms or ammunition present in the home. LPA observed age-appropriate toys, fixtures and play equipment for children in use. Back yard has perimeter fencing and age-appropriate toys. No bodies of water are present. During the course of the inspection, the kitchen was not gated and accessible to children in care. At the edge of the counter there was a large kitchen knife with handle facing outward on the counter and within reach of children. This is a violation of Title 22 Division 12 102417 (g) (h) and a Type A violation will be cited. In the living room (rear of the house), LPA observed a wall heater that is not covered or protected, accessible to children in care. This is a violation of Title 22 Division 12 (g) (1) and a Type B violation will be cited. CONTINUED ON LIC809C LPA observed current facility roster, verification of emergency drill last conducted on August 15 th , 2022. A sampling of children and staff records was conducted. LPA reviewed current Infant Needs and Services Plan and sleep logs. LPA observed assistant was current on Adult and Pediatric CPR expiring 12/6/2024. Mandated Reporter current through 8/6/2023. Licensee states no incidental medical services are being used. Children files were found to be current and complete. The home was cleared by Lompoc Fire Marshal on 12/28/2022 stating all safety precautions have been put into place and areas of care and supervision are confined to only: living room, sunroom, and playroom. Family Child Care Home (FCCH) meets the requirements for a large FCCH effective today 1/18/2023 and capacity has been increased to 14. Deficiencies cited on today\342\200\231s inspection will be on the attached LIC809D Exit interview was conducted with licensee, report provided, LIC9224, and appeal rights provided. THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS POSTED AS REQUIRED BY H&S CODE SEC. 1596.817. THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS OR A CIVIL PENALTY OF $100.00 WILL APPLY.