Routine inspection·May 20, 2022

On May 20, 2022 at 12:30PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Betzayra Cervantes conducted an unannounced visit to conduct a Required - 1 Year inspection. LPA spoke to licensee Kimberly Beaty and conducted a COVID-19 risk assessment. All answers indicated no exposure to COVID-19. LPA discussed the nature and purpose of the inspection. One fingerprint cleared adult was also present during the inspection. Licensee and LPA toured the facility inside and outside. There were three infants in care at the time of the inspection. The home is a four bedroom, three bath single story home. The licensee uses the living room which is the main play room, kitchen, dining area, one restroom, and backyard for the day care. LPA observed a screen fireplace in the play room which is inaccessible to children. In the playroom, LPA observed age appropriate toys and furnishings in good condition and free of hazards. Licensee has a secured fence in the backyard and age appropriate toys for children in care, found in good condition and free of hazards. LPA observed a storage shed in the backyard made inaccessible with a key lock. All adults in the home are fingerprint cleared. LPA did not observe any toxins/hazardous items accessible to children. A regulation 2A10BC fire extinguisher was observed mounted in the kitchen with a service date of 12/02/2021. Licensee is reminded to service or purchase the fire extinguisher yearly. Licensee states that there are no firearms and ammunition in the home. Licensee has one dog in the home. Licensee reported that the dog's vaccinations are up to date. LPA observed the home to be orderly. No bodies of water were observed on site. No toxins nor hazards are accessible to children in care. Detergents and cleaning compounds are stored out of reach of children. The bathroom to be used for children in care was observed to be clean and sanitary. LPA observed a dual carbon monoxide and smoke alarm detector which was tested and found to be operable. CONTINUED ON 809-C Review of licensee's CPR and Fist Aid certification revealed she completed the course online which is not approved by the Department or EMSA certified. Licensee is to submit proof of an EMSA approved Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification to CCLD. Record review also reveals that licensee does not renew AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Licensee last completed a disaster drill on 02/17/22. All required forms including Notification Of Parent's Rights are prominently posted for parent's or authorized representatives to view. A roster of children in care was observed current and complete. A sampling of children records were reviewed and LPA observed Identification and Emergency Notification forms (LIC 700) and a copy of immunization records on file. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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 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/inspection-process . 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. CONTINUED ON 809-C LPA 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. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Deficiencies are being cited based on observation, interviews conducted, and record review in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, refer to LIC 809-D. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report and appeal rights were reviewed with the licensee, Kimberly Beaty. THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS POSTED AS REQUIRED BY H&S CODE SEC. 1596.817. THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS OR A CIVIL PENALTY OF $100.00 WILL APPLY.