Routine inspection·May 9, 2023

On 05/09/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jose Penate, conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and was met by Licensee, Teddie Velte and assistants. Days/Hours of operation: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. This facility is licensed as a large facility of 14, there must be an additional qualified staff person present anytime the facility goes beyond the ratio for a capacity of eight. The entrance to the facility is the door adjacent to the front entrance. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. Current facility sketch was reviewed, and Licensee confirmed that Classroom #1, Classroom #2, Classroom #3, living room, kitchen, and backyard are used for providing care and are accessible to children. During inspection LPA observed in Classroom #1 and Classroom #2 to have boxes, toy houses, binders, music equipment, and arts and crafts supplies on high shelving that could potentially fall over a child in care. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by use of child locks. No poisons were observed during the inspection. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number is 559-539-5750. LPA and licensee discussed Safe Sleep Regulations. Licensee is aware that cribs and play yards are to be kept free from all loose articles and objects while infants are sleeping, and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib or play yard. Provider is aware to physically check on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes and documents any signs of distress which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness, and labored breathing. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is to be completed for each infant up to 12 months of age upon enrollment. LPA discussed with licensee, Infants up to 12 months of age shall be placed on their backs for sleeping. (Continued on 809-C) Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. During children's file review for Infant #1, form LIC 9227 was not completed by licensee or child representative. LPA discussed with licensee that the form must be completed for infant in care for ages 0-12 months. Licensees Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 04/19/2021 and is currently expired. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 03/15/2025. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. All adults who reside or work in the home have a criminal record clearance or exemption. There are no excluded individuals present at this home. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being 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 . Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, deficiencies being cited (See LIC809-D). Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee, Teddie Velte. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.