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25 | On March 3, 2020, at 12:15 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst's (LPA's), Gloria Gonzalez and Michelle Palacio conducted an unannounced Required - 1 Year Inspection and met with the Licensee, Maria Gomez. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. Seven (7) children and one (1) staff were present in the facility during this inspection. This facility is a one story, 4bedroom, 2 bathroom house. Licensee accompanied LPA inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The following areas used for childcare are: Kitchen, dining room, living room and bathroom . Off limits areas are bedroom 1,2,3 and 4 and are inaccessible through use of door knob and locks.
The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. All hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. The home has a fenced backyard available for outdoor activities. There are no bodies of water. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. A review of staff records on this date indicates that not all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances. At 12:20 LPA observed helper, Jessica Gamiz, caring for 3 children in the back yard. After interview with Licensee and helper it was fount that Jessica Gamiz is not fingerprint cleared. Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 11/2020. Licensee has required immunizations. Licensee is currently exempt from Mandated Reporter Training. 4 of 7 children’s records were reviewed and contain immunization documentation and Notification of Parent’s Rights form.
LPA provided and discussed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms, and ensure that all adults residing or working in the home have criminal background clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare. Licensee was also provided handouts with information regarding upcoming Safe Sleep Regulations/SIDS, Lead exposure and Shaken Baby Syndrome. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov.
LPA discussed and provided Licensee with the following: child care advocates email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248.
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