Routine inspection·July 22, 2021

On July 22, 2021 at 11:38 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Francisco Pedroza conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. LPA contacted facility to conducted Covid-19 screening questions prior to entering. LPA met with licensee Keri Nelson and advised the purpose of the inspection. There was nine (9) children in care at the time of the inspection. The licensee is currently using the day-care room, one bathroom, and backyard for children in care. LPA did not observe any toxin/hazards accessible to children in care. LPA observed a 2A10BC fire extinguisher with a service date of 1/18/21 mounted on the wall readily accessible. Licensee advised to ensure the fire extinguisher is serviced or a new one in purchased every year. The facility has working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. LPA observed age appropriate toys and furniture readily accessible to children in care. The backyard is fully enclosed. Licensee has an area separated with a fence where they store miscellaneous items inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed age appropriate toys and structures in the backyard readily accessible for children in care. Licensee advised there are no firearms or live ammunition in the home. 809-C LPA observed the facility roster and identified that it was current. A sampling of children records were reviewed and found to be current. LPA verified SB792 Child Care Adult Immunization and Tuberculosis requirements. Currently the licensee does not have liability insurance and had signed waivers in each child's file that was reviewed. Licensee's Pediatric CPR/First-Aid certificate is current and valid until 10/19/2021. Licensee's Mandated Reporter certificate is current and valid until 10/10/2021. The last fire drill was completed on 7/2/2021. LPA discussed current Safe Sleep and Covid-19 requirements with licensee. Licensee is currently following both guidelines. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Home 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 . No deficiencies were cited during today's inspection. THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS POSTED AS REQUIRED BY H&S CODE SEC. 1596.817