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- Changes in the home should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if Licensee moves to another address.
- Reporting Requirements: Any unusual incidents, exposure to communicable diseases or injuries which occur while in the care of the family child care provider must be reported to the Department office within 24 hours via telephone and mailed to the Department office within seven (7) days in writing (please use LIC 624b). Mandated reporter requirements for suspected child abuse were reviewed and explained.
- Fire and safety drills must be performed at least every six months and documented for review by the Department.
- Smoking is prohibited in a Family Child Care Home, 24/7.
- Children and Staff records, to be maintained and updated, must be available for review by the Department, see LIC311D.
- Prohibited equipment shall not be accessible during child care operating hours (examples: infant bouncers, walkers, Johnny Jumpers, exersaucer chairs or inclined sleeping devices).
- Regularly check the Consumer Product Safety Commission website https://www.cpsc.gov/ regarding product recalls. Always read and abide by the manufacturers directions which specify the age recommendations for toys and furnishings used by children.
- Forms/Records to Keep in Your Family Child Care Home (LIC 311D) and forms to be posted: LIC610A Emergency Disaster Plan, PUB394 Notification of Parents Rights Poster, Facility License were discussed with the applicant. LPA advised the applicant how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov
- Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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
- Infant Safe Sleep regulations and Infant Individual Sleep Plan (LIC9227) was explained and discussed.
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