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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197494719
Report Date: 11/16/2020
Date Signed: 11/16/2020 01:44:15 PM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:WIJETUNGE FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197494719
ADMINISTRATOR:WIJETUNGE, NAYANAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(310) 848-8898
CITY:TORRANCESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90501
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 0DATE:
11/16/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:NayanaWijetunge, ApplicantTIME COMPLETED:
01:45 PM
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On November 16, 2020 at 10:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Miriam Cohen conducted an announced Pre-Licensing Tele-inspection via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic shelter-in-place order in the state of California. The purpose of the meeting was to ensure that health, safety and personal rights, as required by Title 22 Regulations governing California Family Child Care Homes, will be met by the applicant, Nayana Wijetunge.

This is an application located at 236 W. 229th Place Torrance, CA 90501 for a Large Family Childcare Home with maximum capacity (when there is an assistant present) for 12 children: No more than four infants.
Maximum capacity (when there is an assistant present) for 14 children: No more than three infants, one child in kindergarten or elementary school AND one child at least age six.
The family childcare home shall operate 23 hours per day. LPA met with applicant, Nayana Wijetunge, and was guided on a tour of the indoor and outdoor of the home. The home is a tri-level dwelling place with five bedrooms and two-and-a half bathrooms. All three bedrooms and two bathrooms located on the third level are off-limits and shall be made inaccessible to day care children using two child safety gates located at the top and bottom of the stairs. Entering the front door located on the second level, the children will pass the living room (made accessible to children in day care) to get to the main day care. The main day care is located on the lower level (first floor) with a family den and two bedrooms made accessible to day care children for activities and nap time. The bathroom located on the first floor shall be accessible for children’s use. Chemicals, cleaning supplies, and poisons are kept in the laundry room made inaccessible to children using a door lock with a key. The kitchen cabinets and drawers shall be latched and made inaccessible to children in care. Sharp objects and knives are placed on top of the shelf.
Family members residing in the home consist of the following: the applicant, applicant’s husband, and two adult children.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-SweetenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Miriam CohenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3058
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WIJETUNGE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197494719
VISIT DATE: 11/16/2020
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 All adults living in the home have submitted fingerprints and child abuse index check forms to the Department of Justice and FBI and have received a criminal record clearance.
The backyard is accessible to children for outdoor activities. A detached garage is off limits and made inaccessible to daycare children using locks and keys.
All areas of the home were inspected according to the LIC. 999A- facility sketch.
LPA Cohen observed the Following:
*Fire safety requirements: Fully charged fire extinguisher (minimum rating 2A:10BC), smoke and carbon monoxide detectors present and operable
*Applicant is currently certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid
*Toys and equipment are observed and in good repair
*The home is equipped with a first-aid kit: Cleansing pads, band aid, bandages, gauze, and a digital thermometer.
*All toxins and detergents are in locked/latched cabinets
*Home has central heating and air condition
*Electrical outlets have safety covers installed
*Applicant states that there are no guns/weapons in the home
*LPA did not observe firearms and other dangerous weapons during the inspection
*Applicant discloses that there is one cat in the home
*LPA Cohen did not observe bodies of water
The following items were thoroughly discussed with the applicants:
*Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both
*The necessity of earthquake safety and drills twice a year
*The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter
*Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files
*Applicant was referred to LIC 311D: Records to be Maintained at The Facility - Family Child Care Home.
*Applicant was made aware that it is their responsibility, as well as anyone who assists in providing care, to know Title 22 Regulations.
*The applicant was advised on how to access forms and Regulations for Family Child Care online at
www.ccld.ca.gov
*The applicant was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must have the facility’s phone number at all times. If the phone number has changed, licensing must be notified.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-SweetenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Miriam CohenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3058
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WIJETUNGE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197494719
VISIT DATE: 11/16/2020
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*Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco on the premises
*State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exer-saucers and any other items that fall into that category *All infants must be placed on their backs when sleeping to prevent S.I.D.S. (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)
*Applicants were informed that all provider is required to wash hands after every diaper change and to never shake a baby to prevent the Shaken Baby Syndrome. Safe to Sleep Campaign:
https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials19-02 CCP Safe Sleep Awareness Campaign
*Only children eating may be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation.
*Requirements for fingerprint clearances and associations are discussed with the licensee.
The applicant was informed that the presence of adults in the home without Criminal Record Clearance or Exemption will be cited and civil penalty assessed for $100 per day up to $500.00 (5 days) for the 1st offense and up to $3000.00 for the 2nd offense within a 12-month period. The applicant may find additional information and forms on the Department’s website at www.ccld.ca.gov including information on the Live Scan application (LIC 9163). Appointments can be made for Live Scan at 1-800-315-4507. *LPA Cohen informed applicants how to obtain Quarterly Updates. Applicants were encouraged to read the Child Care Quarterly updates every season, as they come out, to stay informed of any changes or updates to statutes and regulations. The Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) that is administered from within the Community Care Licensing Division. CCAP participates in many community activities and special projects in order to disseminate information on the State’s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on childcare licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. CCAP’s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541 Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov *The applicant was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation. *The "Notification of Parent's Rights" (PUB394) poster must be posted in an area accessible to parents. *The applicants were advised that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days. *LPA discussed AB633 and informed applicant that upon receipt of a Type A deficiency, the applicants shall post and provide copies of this licensing report (LIC 809 or LIC 9099 and copy of LIC 9224 to parent/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-SweetenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Miriam CohenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3058
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WIJETUNGE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197494719
VISIT DATE: 11/16/2020
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If these requirements are not met, civil penalties in the amount of $100 per violation will be assessed. *Complaints shall be reported by applicant/licensee and/or parents to the complaint hotline at (844) 538-8766 and for general information and incident reporting; contact their local childcare office. *Commencing September 1, 2016, SB 792, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a childcare facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA discussed the influenza waiver during the inspection. *Beginning on January 1, 2018, AB 1207, requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com Applicants were reminded of their responsibility to report suspected child abuse. *Incidental Medical Services Include: Blood-Glucose Monitoring for Diabetic Children, Administering Inhaled Medication, Administering EpiPen Jr. and EpiPen or other Epinephrine Auto-Injectors, Glucagon Administration, Gastrostomy Tube Care (G-tube care), Insulin Injections Administration, Anti-Seizure Administration, and Carrying out medical orders when the child’s physician has determined that a layperson can be trained and safely carry out the orders. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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 *New Appeal Process: A licensee may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment.

*Applicant was informed of the following items that must be posted in visual site once licensed:


(1) License (2) Emergency Disaster Plan (3) Children’s Roster (4) Parents Rights Poster PUB 394, Personal Rights LIC 613-A Recent regulatory changes were discussed.

CAPACITY LICENSE:
While operating as a small family childcare home Applicant may operate one of 3 ways: 4 infants only. Maximum Capacity 6 children with no more than 3 infants and 3 children over the age of 2 years old. Maximum Capacity 8 children with no more than 2 infants, and 2 children who are enrolled in kindergarten or elementary school and 4 children two years old or above.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-SweetenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Miriam CohenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3058
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: WIJETUNGE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197494719
VISIT DATE: 11/16/2020
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Below are forms, found at www.ccld.ca.gov, that applicants shall use for record keeping and posting requirements:
LIC 9040 Child Care Facility Roster (Retain for 3 years) most recent must be posted
LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist
LIC 627 Consent for Medical Treatment
LIC 702 Child's Preadmission Health History-Parents Report
LIC 995 Notification of Parent's Rights
PUB 394 Notification of Parent's Rights Poster 12/06 (issued & discussed)
LIC 613-A Personal Rights
LIC 700 Identification and Emergency Information
LIC 282 Affidavit Regarding Liability for Family Child Care Homes
LIC 9224 Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports 12/06 (issued & discussed)
Title 22, Division 12 Regulations (access website: http://ccld.ca.gov)

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and local and state ordinances, applicants were directed to the CCLD.CA.GOV website for important updates and PINS. Applicant was directed to PIN 20-06 regarding social distancing and healthy practices to follow.
A copy of this report was emailed to applicants with instruction to reply to the email, which will serve as a signature.
The following corrections have been discussed with the applicant and required to be submitted to LPA prior to licensure no later than Friday, 11/20/2020, end of business day:
*Secure barricade for fireplace
*Install a safety gate on top of stairs of third floor
*Clean and remove debris/trash from backyard
*Submit receipt or class registration for Nutrition class (class start date for 11/20/2020)
*Submit LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan with relocation site and permission letter as applicable

An exit interview was conducted with the above items discussed and a copy of this report was provided to applicant, Nayana Wijetunge. Final license determination will be made upon correction of the above issues and review by LPA.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-SweetenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Miriam CohenTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3058
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/16/2020
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