Routine inspection (3-year)·December 23, 2024

On 12/23/24 at 12:05 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Shane Loftus and Fernando Hernandez made an unannounced Required 3 Year Inspection of the Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPAs met with Licensee, Wendy Catton, and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPAs, in the company of Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the home. The FCCH's living room, bathroom, and backyard are used for child care, while the remainder of the house is excluded and secured with child safety gates. LPAs observed four children on site 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 in the FCCH. The FCCH does not have a fireplace. The bathroom used for child care is observed to be clean and free of toxins. Sharps and medications are located in an elevated cabinet in the kitchen, out of the reach of children. Detergents and cleaning compounds are stored in the home's garage, which is inaccessible to the children in care. LPAs observed a carbon monoxide and smoke detector in the FCCH. Each detector was tested (12:18 PM and 12:19 PM) and found to be operational. LPAs observed a regulation fire extinguisher in the FCCH which was last serviced on 3/19/24. LPAs reminded the Licensee to service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. The FCCH\342\200\231s backyard is enclosed with wooden fencing and has varied footing surfaces. LPAs note the toys and equipment in the backyard are age appropriate. There is a jacuzzi on the property that is covered with wooden boards and is secured with metal locks. Additionally, the jacuzzi is inaccessible by the use of a child safety gates when there are children present. LPAs reviewed a sampling of the childrens records. At 12:45 PM, LPAs note that the infant in care does not have an Infant Sleep Plan or documentation of 15-minute Sleep Checks. The remaining records reviewed are current and complete including emergency contact information, immunization records. Continued on 809-C LPAs reviewed the Licensee's records. At 12:55 PM, LPAs note that assistant, Melinda Melvin, does not have current Mandated Reporter (AB1207) training. The remaining staff records are current and complete with Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications expiring on 10/20/26 and immunization records. Licensee was reminded to keep certifications current and renew certification prior to expirations. LPA's notes the last fire drill at the FCCH was completed on 11/5/24. Licensee informed LPA's 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's 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's 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\342\200\231s records review, interview, 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, Wendy Catton.