Routine inspection (3-year)·October 15, 2024

On 10/15/24, at 8:45 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shane Loftus conducted an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection of the facility. LPA met with Licensee, Vita Martinez, and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA in the company of licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the Family Child Care Home (FCCH). The FCCH uses the family room, 2 guest bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen, and the backyard for child care. The remainder of the house is off limits to children. Licensee and 6 children were present at the time of inspection. The FCCH has a regulation 2A10 BC fire extinguisher that was purchase on 10/12/24. LPA reminded licensee the fire extinguisher needs to be either serviced or newly purchased annually. LPA tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at 9:15 am and found to be operational. The bathroom used for child care is clean and orderly. Cleaning supplies are stored in a cupboard beneath the kitchen sink which is secured by a child safety lock. Medications are stored in a cupboard above the refrigerator out of the reach of children. Sharps are stored in a kitchen drawer secured by a child safety lock. The FCCH does not have a fireplace. The FCCH has ventilation for childcare services. The outdoor area has plenty of shade for the children in care. The back yard is secured with a combination of concrete and wooden fencing, entry/exit points are secured. Toys and equipment observed in the FCCH are age appropriate. There are no bodies of water on the property. There are no firearms and ammunition on the property. The FCCH has the appropriate documentation posted in the home. A sampling of the children's records was reviewed. At 9:45 am, LPA observed the children\342\200\231s documents to be missing immunization records and 15-minute safe sleep log. The remainder of the children\342\200\231s documents were found to be current. Continued 809-C At 10:00 am, The licensee\342\200\231s records were reviewed and found to be missing TB clearance and Mandated Reporter training; the remainder of the documents were found to be current including CPR/First Aid that expires 4/2/25. LPA reminded licensee that Mandated Reporter AB1207 must be updated every two years. LPA also notes that there is no log of disaster and fire drill. LPA reminded licensee that emergency drills are required every six months and need to be documented. Licensee does not provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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) or (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 . 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. 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. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Continued 809-C During the exit interview, the 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 records review pursuant to Title 22 of the CA Code of Regulations and HSC. Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility representative Vita Martinez.