Routine inspection·February 11, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samantha Yip conducted an unannounced Required- 1 Year inspection and Case Management- Legal/Non-compliance inspection. LPA met with Licensee Esther Lechuga and explained the reason for the inspection. Licensee came into the San Jose Regional Office on 02/10/2020 due to children's file. Present during today's inspection were Licensee, her brother, and one child. Upon arrival of inspection, LPA observed that Licensee is using the family room/ living room, which is off-limits. LPA discussed with Licensee that she needs to inform Licensing if she wants to make any changes to the off-limit areas. LPA inspected the kitchen and living room. LPA observed that there were tools, which includes a blade that is in the packaging, a bottle of Clorax disinfectant cleaning supplies, and medication. All items were accessible to children. LPA also observed that there were knives in the drawer. Licensee moved the tools, bottle of cleaning, medication, and knives to the backyard, which is off-limits for children. Licensee is remodeling her bathroom due to water damage and currently using her garage as a storage. LPA observed that the shower was gutted, but the toilet and sink is functioning. LPA discussed with Licensee that her license is limited to her garage. LPA stated that an updated fire clearance is needed. The kitchen and living room were observed that it is safe for children. LPA reminded her that any tools, medication, cleaning supplies, and anything that could pose an risk to children needs to be inaccessible to children. ------------------------continues on 809 dated 02/11/2022 page 2--------------------------------- --------------------------continuation on 809 dated 02/11/2022 page 1---------------------------- LPA inspected the inside of the home. The off-limit areas of the home are all 3 bedrooms and the backyard. LPA reminded to keep any doors to off-limit areas closed. There is fully charged fire extinguisher and functioning smoke detector. Licensee has a carbon monoxide detector, but she needs to replace the battery. LPA reminded Licensee to check that all carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector are functioning. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 02/11/2022. LPA reminded Licensee that fire/disaster drill need to be conducted every six months and documented. Licensee stated that there are no weapons, such as firearms, stored in the home. 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. Licensee does not provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). Incidental 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.ht m Licensee does not transport children, but understands that children cannot be left alone and unattended in parked vehicles. --------------------------continues on 809 dated 02/11/2022 page 3----------------------------- ----------------------continuation of 809 dated 02/11/2022 page 2-------------------------------- A copy of the facility roster was obtained. One (1) child's file was reviewed. The records reviewed include, but not limited to Identification and Emergency contact. LPA reminded Licensee to ensure that parents are signing and dating each form. Licensee's file was reviewed. Licensee's CPR/1st Aid expired on 10/2019. She stated that she will complete the CPR/1st Aid course and send it to Licensing. Licensee is going to register to complete the Mandated Reporter training and send proof to Licensing. Licensee's immunization record for measles is on file. Licensee stated that she will send Licensing her immunization record for pertussis. The adults over 18 and living in the home are Licensee and her brother. Licensee Esther Lechuga 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. A updated LIC 279, LIC 9108 for Licensee, and LIC 508 for her brother was obtained during today's inspection. Licensee stated that she will submit the following: - LIC 999A - immunization records for pertussis - valid CPR/1st Aid card - Mandated Reporter training certificate ---------------------------continues on 809 dated 02/11/2022 page 4-------------------------------- -------------------------continuation of 809 dated 02/11/2022 page 3--------------------------- As a result of this inspection, three Type A, three B citations, one technical violation, and one technical assistant were issued. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensees Esther Lechuga. LPA Samantha informed Licensee Esther Lechuga that this report dated 02/11/2022 documents two Type A citations which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there are immediate risks to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Samantha informed the Licensee Esther Lechuga to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 02/11/2022 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 and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.