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32 | The backyard is accessible for daycare purposes, and is fully enclosed with fencing, and contains age-appropriate toys & play equipment. LPA notes that the backyard contains a locked wooden toolshed, which licensee advises contains household tools. The footing of the backyard varied and consists of grass and concrete, and shade for the children’s comfort is provided by sun sails. LPA reminded licensee to conduct safety walk-throughs of the backyard area prior to allowing children outside to play, and that care & supervision is required at all times. LPA reminded Licensee to replace toys and play equipment when such items begin to degrade or are no longer in good repair.
LPA reviewed the children’s files for three of the seven daycare children who were present at the time of the inspection, which were found to be current & complete. The Licensee’s and Assistant’s records were reviewed as well, and were found to be current & complete. LPA notes the most recent fire drill was conducted on 9/05/2025. LPA reminded licensee of the requirement to conduct & document such drills every 6 months. Licensee advises there are no firearms or munitions stored on site.
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 reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.
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. (Cont. 809-C, Page 3)
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