Routine inspection·December 26, 2024

On 12/26/24 at 10:30 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Shane Loftus and Fernando Hernandez made an unannounced Annual Required Inspection of the Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPAs met with Licensee, Ellen Sudario, and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPAs, in the company of Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the home. The FCCH's family room, hallway bathroom, and a portion of backyard are used for child care, while the remainder of the house is excluded from child care. LPAs note there were not children present during the inspection. The FCCH was observed to be clean and orderly. The FCCH has ventilation for the children in care. LPAs observed licensing forms and documents posted on a wall near the front door of the FCCH. LPAs observed a fireplace in the family room which is covered with metal mesh and is blocked by furniture, making it inaccessible to children in care. The bathroom used for child care is observed to be clean and free of toxins. Sharps are located in an elevated cabinet in the kitchen which is secure and inaccessible to children. Detergents and cleaning compounds are stored underneath the kitchen sink in a secure cabinet. Medications are stored in a locked pantry which is inaccessible to the children in care. At 10:45 AM, LPAs observed a smoke detector in the FCCH that was not operational. At 10:47 AM, LPAs note the FCCH does not have a carbon monoxide detector. At 10:50 AM LPAs note that there is a regulation fire extinguisher, however licensee does not have a receipt showing when it was purchased. LPAs reminded the Licensee to service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. The FCCH’s backyard is enclosed and has varied footing surfaces. The backyard is partitioned with wrought iron fencing to separate the children’s activity area from the excluded area. LPAs note the toys and equipment in the backyard are age appropriate. LPAs observed a swimming pool on site. Continued 809-C The pool is drained and there is a 5-foot-tall fence separating the children’s play area from the remainder of the back yard. LPAs reviewed a sampling of the children records. At 11:15 AM LPAs note the children’s files are incomplete, lacking immunization records and other required licensing documents. At 11:25 LPAs reviewed the Licensee's records and found them to be incomplete, lacking current Mandated Reporter Training and CPR/First Aid certification, amongst other required licensing documents. Licensee was reminded to keep certifications current and renew certification prior to expirations. At 11:30 AM, LPA’s note the last fire drill at the FCCH was not documented within the last 6 months. LPAs discussed with Licensee the need for fire/emergency drills to be conducted and documented every 6 months. Licensee informed LPAs no firearms or ammunition are stored on site. 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 (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 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 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 for 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. Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Continued on 809-C During the exit interview Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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 . Type B deficiencies are being cited based on LPA’s records review and observations pursuant to Title 22 of the CA Code of Regulations (refer to LIC 809-D). Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights. A Notice of Site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Ellen Sudario.