Areas accessible to children include the 2 bedrooms downstairs that are used as daycare rooms. One is utilized for playroom and the 2^nd is utilized as the nap room. The dining space is used as additional play space available to the children.

LPA Garcia inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone). For ventilation, LPA Garcia observed central AC and the vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the furniture, children’s materials, to be in good condition and age appropriate. LPA did not observe a fireplace nor a wall heater. LPA cots stored in the children’s nap room.

LPA Garcia observed cleaning compounds to be stored in a utility closet that was locked with a key and made inaccessible to the children. Knives and sharp objects stored inside kitchen drawer with a childproof lock making it inaccessible for children to open. For water drinking, licensee stated she provides filtered water, the younger children use individual cups and older children use disposable cups. The licensee stated the facility provides a.m. snack, lunch and dinner. Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies nor on medication.

LPA Garcia asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. The licensee stated she has no pets, no poisons and no bodies of water, no firearms, and no weapons. LPA did not observe pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, nor bodies of water. The license was informed that if any poisons (ex; drano, rat poison or items that fall into that category), firearms and weapons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock and firearm and ammunition must be stored separately.

LPA Garcia inspected the play outdoor (backyard) area that is utilized by children for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed the backyard to be fenced and gates closed and with a high hinge lock. LPA observed the play equipment to be age appropriate and in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards (concrete and artificial turf). Climbing equipment is placed over the artificial turf which may cushion a fall. For outdoor water drinking, bring out their individual water bottles or disposable cups and refill as needed.

LPA Garcia observed licensee Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification dated 2/3/24. Licensee did not have a certificate for Health and Safety certification, however did produce proof that she has the 16 hours of training which included the Preventative Health and Safety dated 12/19/2015. Licensee has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, TB and Influenza declination. Licensee has completed the Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training dated 4/29/19 and was not aware that it expired every 2 years. Licensee will submit a copy of an updated Mandated Reporter. Licensee was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com

The following was also discussed with the licensee:

6. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home.

8. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department.

9. Smoking is prohibited in the family childcare home.

12. Inspection Authority: All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Department’s right to inspection the home, which includes, but is not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation.

15. Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information.

13. Dog(s) and/or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care.

14. No baby bouncers, no infant walkers, no Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, and any other item that falls into this category is not permitted in the facility.

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.

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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Liana Yeganova.