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32 | There is a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher in the kitchen. There is one (1) working smoke detector in front of the bedroom, in the second room that is used as a playroom, and one (1) at the bottom of the stairs. There is a working carbon monoxide detector in the entry way of the home as well. The electric fireplace in the living room is locked and inaccessible to the children in care. The stairs are gated making the off limits second floor and staircase inaccessible to children in care. The home is equipped with central heating and air for proper ventilation. LPA observed no bodies of water in or around the home. The backyard is fully fenced, clean, well maintained with ample age-appropriate materials for the children.
Licensee is operating within their licensed capacity and is in ratio. Licensee’s Health and Safety training has been completed and Pediatric CPR and First Aid training is complete and expires on 10/23/2024. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter training is complete and expires 3/29/2024. LPA obtained the fire/disaster drill log, log is complete with the last drill logged 3/28/2023. All adults living and working in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance. All required forms are posted in the playroom. LPA obtained the children’s files and facility roster. All files were complete.
Licensee was reminded that California Law requires Licensee to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care, to child's parents, and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours by phone, fax, or email. The Licensee is reminded that any structural changes to the home or additions to the childcare facility must be reported to Community Care Licensing. Children’s Roster must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drill must be conducted every six (6) months and documented. LPA informed Licensee that all forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov.
Licensee was reminded that EMSA approved Pediatric CPR & First Aid training must be completed every two (2) years. Licensee was also informed that Mandated Reporter Training ("General" and "Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every two (2) years by visiting http://www.mandatedreporterca.com
Incidental 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) 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. |