Routine inspection·August 22, 2022

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Cortney Nelson, met with Licensee, Lucia Gomez , for an un announced Required- 1 Year Inspection. LPA was granted access to the ho me by the Licensee and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were 8 children (6 preschool-age/ 2 infants) , Licensee, and Licensee's 2 adult sons which is compliant with the home license capacity and ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the home. The Family Child Care Home (FCCH) works with Migrant Head Start and the hours of operation are Monday \342\200\223 Friday, 6:00AM-6:00PM . Licensee states that adult s, over the age of 18, residing in the home are: herself, her spouse (Jesus), and her sons (Fabian and Jesus) . All adult s residing in the home have Criminal Background Check Clearance and signed Criminal Record Statements (LIC508). 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 reviewed facility roster (LIC9040) and fire/disaster drill log during todays inspection. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 8/9/2022, which is compliant with the six-month requirement for homes. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher (last serviced: 2/2022), functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. Licensee states that she does not currently have any children in care who require Incidental Medical Services and does not administer medication at this time . The Licensee states th at there are no weapons or firearms in the home. The FCCH has currently liability insurance with New England Insurance Services, Inc. that expires on 5/9/2023. 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 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 Indoor areas of the home were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. Off-limits areas inside the home include: 2 bedrooms, master bedroom, master bathroom, and attached garage. There are no open-faced heaters in the home. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the home. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via water dispensers and disposable cups. All food is prepared and served by the FCCH through Community Bridges food program. The bathroom in the home is clean, sanitary, and operable. The home has a potty training seat and diaper changing table available for children's use. The Licensee has a working telephone in the facility. The outside area of the home was inspected and LPA observed sufficient play-equipment and supplies for the children. The backyard has a variety of activities for the children, such as an art area, plastic structures, and basketball hoops. There is a functioning sink located outside for hand washing. There is a water dispenser additionally located outside for children's drinking water. Off-limit areas outside of home include: right side yard and area beyond fence. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during todays inspection. L PA 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. 8 childre n\342\200\231s files were reviewed during todays inspection and all required documents were present, including Notification of Additional Child in Care (LIC9150) and sleep check documentation for all infants under the age of 2. The Licensee and Home Resident files were reviewed and all required documents were present. The Licensee has curre nt CPR/First-Aid that expires 3/16/2024 and Mandated Reporter Training that expires on 3/14/2024. LPA reminded the Licensee that both trainings must be renewed every 2 years. Supervision of children was discussed with the Licensee and she understands that she must be home during day care hours and ensure that children are supervised at all times. The Licensee states that she does not transport any day care children. LPA reminded Licensee that children should not be left unattended in parked vehicles and that car seats shall only be used for transportation and shall not be used for sleeping. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee , Lucia G omez. As a result of todays inspection, no deficiencies were cited. 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process .