LPA reminded the licensees that smoking, baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers and similar items are not allowed in family childcare homes.
LPA provided the main office number for the Oakland Regional Child Care office (510) 622-2602 for the licensees to call and report injuries or unusual incidents and reviewed the form to follow up in writing within 7 days of the injury/unusual incident. The licensees were encouraged to periodically review regulations, guidelines and Provider Information Notices (PINs) on the website www.ccld.ca.gov.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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 Chawmein Hudson was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
During the exit interview, the licensee Chawmein Hudson, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
LPA reminded the licensee that the mandated reporter training is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years at www.mandatedreporterca.com.
Based upon observation, interview, and record review no deficiencies were cited today.
Appeal Rights were provided to licensee.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Chawmein Hudson.
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