Pre-licensing visit·December 9, 2021

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fermin Campos-Jaramillo conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection to the home today. LPA met with Laura Maldonado, applicant, and explained the nature of today's inspection to her. The adults that reside in the home are the applicant, her spouse Mauricio Esteban Cristancho, and her sister Lina Paola Maldonado. Days and hours of operation will be Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Applicant understands that the children cannot stay in the home for more than 24 continue hours. Applicant has completed her Preventative Health and Safety Child Care Training on 8/21/21. Applicant's pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications are current and will expire on 12/01/2022 Applicant rents the home and a copy of the rental agreement is in file. Applicant states does not have liability insurance for a family child care home (FCCH) and will use the Affidavit regarding liability insurance for Childcare (form LIC 282). LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the two-storey home during today's inspection. LPA observed there are not wall heaters in the home. LPA observed the home has barricaded stairs to access the second floor where the bedrooms are located. Off limit areas inside the home: The three bedrooms in the second floor, in the first floor, the kitchen, the laundry room, and the attached garage. LPA observed applicant has a 1A10BC fire extinguisher and at least one working smoke detector. Applicant understands that the fire extinguisher must be at least 2A10BC size. LPA observed the home has at least one working carbon monoxide detector. Off limits outdoor areas are: A storage shed located in the left side yard. LPA observed there are not bodies of water. Applicant's will use the back yard as playground for the children in care. LPA observed the back and side yards are fenced. Applicant states that there are no weapons in the home. Applicant understands that cleaning products, toxic agents, medications, and sharp objects shall not be accessible to children. LPA observed the home has two barricaded fireplaces located in the on limits areas. Applicant stated she has not used the fireplaces and does not know if they burn gas or wood. LPA reminded applicant that smoking, baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items are not allowed in Family Child Care Homes. ********************* Report dated 12/09/21 continues in page 2 *************** Report dated 12/09/21 continues from page 1. A review of staff records on 12/07/21 indicates that all the adults residing in the home or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPA reminded Applicant of the applicable civil penalties for those adults who have not received fingerprint clearances, are not associated to the license and who come in contact with or provide care and supervision to the children. Penalty amounts: $100.00 per person per day, minimum of $100.00 to a maximum of $500.00 per person for an initial violation and a minimum of $100.00 to a maximum of $3000.00 per person for any subsequent violation within a 12 month period. Forms of discipline applicant will use: Communication with children and redirection. Applicant understands that children's personal rights should not be violated; including no corporal punishment. Isolation of sick children, supervision of children, capacity options, transportation of children, requirements for reporting suspected child abuse, unusual incidents/injuries, heat related illnesses, and requirements for assistant/substitute were also discussed. LPA informed applicant that fire/disaster drills must be practiced at least once every 6 months and documented. A Family Child Care Home packet with updated Licensing forms was provided to and reviewed with the applicant. Department website: www. ccld.ca.gov provided to applicant. Applicant understands that licensee's child (ren) count as part of the capacity until them reach the age of ten years old. LPA discussed the requirements of AB 633 with the applicant. LPA also discussed "zero tolerance" related regulations with the applicant. LPA observed proof of immunization for measles, pertussis and influenza are in file for applicant. 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.htm . Applicant has completed the required "mandated reporter" training AB1207 on 12/01/21 and applicant understands the training is mandatory for all the adults in contact with children, and to be renewed every two years. LPA referred the applicant to the training website: www.manatedreporterca.com for additional information on the online training. *************** Report dated 12/09/21 continues on page 3 ************************ Report continues from page 2 LPA advised the applicant of the new regulations on Safe sleep for infant children. and provided applicant with form LIC9227 and regulations. LPA referred the applicant to the Department website: www.ccld.ca.gov for additional information. LPA conducted an exit interview with the applicant and advised her that a small FCCH license will be approved pending on the following: 1) Applicant will submit proof that she has obtained a fire extinguisher size 2A10BC or bigger, and 2) Approval from a manager of the Licensing Department.