Facility-requested visit·March 21, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Oscar Huang met with Licensee Aihua Chen for an unannounced case management inspection due to licensee's capacity increase request visit. LPA explained the nature of today\342\200\231s inspection to Licensee. LPA also observed 4 daycare infants (includes her own son) in the home during today's inspection. Days and hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The adults that reside in the home are Licensee & her husband. A review of staff records on today indicates that all Facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. 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 toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today\342\200\231s inspection. LPA observed that the home appears clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort of the children. LPA observed 72 degree on the thermostat. Licensee was advised to keep temperature within 68-85 degrees. LPA observed no baby walker, bouncers, excer-saucers, jumpers etc. on the premises. LPA observed no stairs inside the home. The main area of the home is used for the day care are living room, study room, dinning room, bedroom #1, and bathroom #1. LPA observed blocked fireplace. Off limit areas inside the home: bedroom #2, master bedroom & bathroom, kitchen and garage. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, at least one functioning smoke detector and one working carbon monoxide detectors, fenced backyard, and no bodies of water. Off limits outdoor are areas outside the gated fence where is the storage is located. LPA observed safe and sufficient materials, toys, and play equipment for the day care children. All sharp objects, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, poisons, and other similar items are stored in top cabinets in the kitchen inaccessible to children. Licensee stated there are no weapons/firearms and pets 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 Applicant 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. LPA observed sleeping logs & Individual Infant Sleeping Plans (LIC 9227)for all the infants. 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: https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm LPA discussed Beginning January 1, 2018, Health and Safety Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Licensee has completed her child care provide training on 1107/2020, and copy of the certifications are on file. LPA discussed SB 792 Immunization Requirement with Licensee. LPA observed appropriate records and physician notes for immunization against measles, pertussis, and influenza for Licensee in file. LPA reviewed COVID-19 infection prevention guidance & self-assessment with Licensee including the plans in place to protect and to support staff &children, as well as essential protective equipment and supplies, cleaning & hygiene implementation, arrival procedures, health screening & social distancing practices and meal times. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. LPA reviewed with Licensee the LIC 311D, Forms/Records To Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. LPA advised Licensee that beginning January 1, 2019, AB2370 requires licensed homes and centers to share information on the risks and effects of lead exposure with enrolling and re-enrolling families. A fire clearance granted from the Santa Clara Fire Department on 3/2/2022, received 3/8/2022 and a copy was on file: Fire Clearance granted for max14 (after unauthorized locks were removed from bed room door at time of inspection.) LPA conducted an exit interview, reviewed the report, and advised the Licensee, Aihua Chen that her large Family Child Care Home license is now pending on the management approval.