Routine inspection·June 24, 2021

On 6/24/2021, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Theresa Marquez conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee, Bernadette Anderson. A tour of the home was conducted, and a census was taken. Business hours are Monday through Friday 7:30AM to 5:30 PM and other hours as arranged. Current facility sketch reviewed, and Licensee confirmed the day care room and the hall bathroom are used for providing care and are accessible to day care children. All other rooms are off-limits and are made inaccessible by use of children safety gates. The fireplace located in the living room was made inaccessible to children by a glass door and is not be used. The home had sufficient heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. There were no stairs in the home. Safe toys and play equipment were observed. Licensee had a working telephone and the above telephone number was verified. LPA did not observe any poisons in the home. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide indicator, and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to day care children. The home has 1 small dog and 1 cat; licensee is aware of the safety of children around animals. Licensee stated her dog is kept inaccessible from children via the fenced backyard. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times. Swimming pool was fenced per regulation with a gate that is self-latching, self-closing, and opens away from the swimming pool. No windows or doors have direct access to the swimming pool area. Firearms and ammunition were properly stored in an off limits bedroom and locked separately. There are currently no infants in care. Licensee is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles and is aware car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children. LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with Licensee.. Adequate supervision was being provided during this inspection and capacity as specified on the license was being maintained. (Large FCCH) Staff-child ratios were maintained. A sample of children\342\200\231s records contained all emergency information specified by regulation. There were no excluded individuals present at this home. All adults who reside or work in the home had a criminal record clearance. A review of records indicated Licensee and all employees and/or volunteers have proof of required immunization (Pertussis/Measles/ Influenza) and/or written declaration declining flu shot. Licensee's Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 4/21/2021. Licensee's pediatric CPR and First Aid expires on 4/28/2022. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are/are not currently provided. Licensee is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the Licensing Office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA information line at (800) 514-0301 (voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD), and website link: https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding American with Disabilities Act (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 . LPA and Licensee discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms, and Regulations. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations no deficiencies were observed today. Exit interview was conducted with Licensee. Licensee was provided a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report (LIC 809) and the Notice of Site Visit form (LIC 9213). The LIC 809 is required to remain in the facility for public review and the LIC 9213 is required to be posted for 30 days.