Follow-up·December 7, 2023

On 12/7/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Francisca Velazquez conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection of the Family Child Care Home (FCCH) for a change of capacity. LPA met with Alicia Acosta, Licensee of the FCCH and explained the nature/purpose of the inspection. LPA notes there were no children present during this inspection. During this inspection, LPA and Licensee together toured the and interior and exterior of the FCCH. LPA observed the FCCH's interior and exterior to be free of hazardous materials and/or toxins at the time of the visit. LPA observed cleaning compounds located in the laundry room and garage. Sharps and medication were observed in elevated cabinet in the kitchen that are inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed a gate making the second floor inaccessible. LPA reviewed the Licensee\342\200\231s First Aid/ CPR certification which was completed on 03/23/23. LPA observed a regulation fire extinguisher which was service on 10/12/23. LPA reviewed the Licensee\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training certificate, which was completed on 4/5/23. LPA observed a combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector that was tested at 6:30 PM and was operable. The Licensee submitted documentation for a FCCH change of capacity. The Licensee is seeking to change the FCCH\342\200\231s capacity from 8 (Small FCCH) to 14 (Large FCCH). The Ventura County Fire Department granted a fire clearance following an inspection completed at FCCH on 11/29/23. The home meets Title 22 of CCR requirements for a Large Family Child Care license effective today. Effective date of license is today 12/7/23. LPA provided the Licensee a Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) to be posted. Exit interview and review of this report was conducted with licensee, Alicia Acosta in Spanish.