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LPA reminded Applicant Monica about the applicable civil penalties for those adults who have not received fingerprint clearances, who are not associated to the license, and who come in contact with or provide care and supervision to the children. For an initial violation, civil penalty amounts to $100.00 per person per day up to $500.00 per person. For a subsequent violation within a 12-month period, civil penalty amounts to $100.00 per person per day up to $3000.00 per person.
LPA inspected the indoor and outdoor areas of the home. Off limits areas in the home are Three (3) Bedrooms, kitchen and garage area. The home a fully fence- in backyard for outdoor activity. Off-limit area in back yard the sides of house, the outdoor accessory unit (small structure) and storage unit. LPA observed appropriate children’s play structure and toys. Applicant Monica states the children will be supervised at all times during outside activities. No bodies of water observed.
The home is clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort of children in care. Applicant Monica states that there are no weapons such as firearms stored on the premises. Detergents, cleaning compounds, sharps, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored where they are inaccessible, out of reach of children. LPA reminded Applicant that poisons need to be locked-up and stored inaccessible to children. LPA reminded Applicant Monica baby walkers, and such are not permitted in a Licensed Family Care Home.
Applicant stated that the form of discipline to be used are talking and redirecting the children. Applicant understands that children's personal rights should not be violated; including no corporal punishment. Applicants stated that she understands that the children have personal rights that cannot be waived or abridged regardless of consent or authorization from the child’s authorized representative. LPA went over the records that need to be maintained at the home with Applicant.
Applicant is encouraged to visit the Department’s website at www.cdss.ca.gov [Shortcut: www.ccld.ca.gov] to access resources for Providers, Regulations, Online option to pay Annual License fee, Adoption of Laws, etc. |