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32 | Continuation of report dated 04/26/2021 pg. 2/3
LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, working smoke detector, working carbon monoxide detector, a fenced backyard, and no bodies of water. Off limit areas outside the home: left and right side yards that are gated. Applicant states that there are no weapons in the home and one pet, a dog, that the applicant stated is fully vaccinated. Cleaning Products, toxic agents, medications, and sharp objects were inaccessible to children and stored under the kitchen sink, top kitchen cabinet, master bedroom, and laundry room. LPA reminded Applicant that smoking, baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items are not allowed in Family Child Care Homes.
Forms of discipline used by Applicant: talking to children and redirection. Applicant understands that children's personal rights should not be violated; including no corporal punishment. A Family Child Care Home packet with updated Licensing forms was provided to and reviewed with the Applicant. Department website: www.ccld.ca.gov. provided to Applicant. Isolation of sick children, supervision of children, capacity options, transportation of children, requirements for reporting unusual incidents/injuries, suspected child abuse (Mandated Reporter training AB 1207), SB 792 (Immunization's for Measles Pertussis and Influenza) and healthy beverages in child care, heat related illnesses, and requirements for assistant/substitute were also discussed. LPA informed Applicant that fire/disaster drills must be practiced at least once every 6 months and documented.
Incident 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) 415-0301 (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.
LPA discussed the requirements of AB 633 with the Applicant and provided her the AB 633 fact sheet and a copy of Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224) and Applicant understands the requirements. LPA also discussed "zero tolerance" related regulations with the Applicant and advised her of the assessment of an immediate $500 civil penalty, and an ongoing $100 per day per violation continues until the violation(s) is corrected. |