LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. LPA reviewed current facility sketch and confirmed that the front living room (daycare room), hallway bathroom, dining room, kitchen and backyard are used for providing care and are accessible to children. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by use of door levers. LPA inspected the restroom and observed the restroom to be clean and sanitized. The sink and toilet are functioning properly within.

Licensee has pets on the premises. Licensee is aware of the safety of children around animals. Licensee understands her liability and responsibility regarding pets.

There is no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises.

Licensee stated there are no firearms or ammunitions on the premises. Licensee stated there are no poisons stored on the premises. Licensee stated there is no smoking on the premises. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible.

There is one fireplace in the home located in off-limits second living room and is made inaccessible by locked French doors and will not be in use during daycare hours. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort.

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The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. LPA observed a play structure consisting of 3 swings attached to a climbing structure and a slide in accessible backyard. LPA informed Licensee the climbing structure is tilted and is not sturdy and moves when tugged against. Licensee stated the structure is tilted and Licensee has had the structure with her own children. Furthermore, the shade coverings for the structure is torn. LPA reminded Licensee about the normal wear and tear of play equipment’s. Licensee stated she understood.

Licensee ensures that children in care are always supervised and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained.

LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with emergency information and all required forms were present and completed as required. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training expires on 04/29/2025. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires on 04/15/2025. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis, and measles. All staff files were complete with necessary forms and signed appropriately.

LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 102416.2).

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 Childcare 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.

During the exit interview, the Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA verified the RSO profile in FAS. Guardian background clearances were verified and discussed with Licensee.

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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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 childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee Michelle Post.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiency is being cited: (see 809-D for further details).

Licensee was provided appeal rights.

This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 A Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.