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25 | On May 8th, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Soleil Marx met with Licensee, Kimberly Bills, for an unannounced annual / one year inspection. During the inspection there was a census of four children in care being supervised by the licensee and assistant. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Facilities hours of operation are Monday through Friday 08:30 AM to 12:00 PM. This facility is closed for summer.
A health and safety inspection was conducted in the areas accessible to children. The off-limits areas include: Gated side of the house in the backyard, entire upstairs, garage and laundry room. Licensee understands that children may never enter these off-limits areas.LPA observed a working telephone, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher within the home. LPA observed home was safe, orderly, and free of hazards. LPA observed a variety of age-appropriate toys within the home. LPA observed fireplace and stairs within the home are properly barricaded to meet regulations. Licensee stated there are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Licensee understands that if there are any poisons in the home, all poisons must be locked with a key lock or combination lock.
LPA observed all required postings and a children's roster. Licensee has current EMSA approved pediatric CPR/First Aid training, which expires 01/2026. LPA did not observe current Mandated Reporter Training for Licensee. LPA did not observe a fire drill conducted within the past 6 months. LPA reviewed records of children’s files and staff files, all which contained the required documentation. Licensee understands both CPR and mandated reporter training's’ must be completed every two years.
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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.
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