The licensee rents the home and lives with her husband and three children (all under the age of 18). The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Three dogs and two cats were present in the home. According to the licensee, the five pets are fully vaccinated.

Licensee informed the LPA that the daycare and off-limit areas of her facility sketch were not labeled correctly. LPA requested the licensee to provide an updated facility sketch to the department.

Daycare Areas: Living Room #1, Living Room #2, Room #2, Bathroom # 1, Playroom, and Lower-Yard Area.

Off-limits areas: Kitchen, Room #1, Room #3, Entire Upstairs, and Deck Area (pass-through only).

LPA observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, the Notification of Parental Rights, and the Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, were displayed in a prominent, publicly accessible location.

According to the licensee, the most recent emergency disaster drill took place on 1/9/2024, and the LPA observed that it was properly documented. LPA reviewed the emergency disaster drill log and found that they were conducted every six months.

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LPA observed that the indoor daycare areas were equipped with age-appropriate toys, furniture, and educational materials. No equipment, such as walkers, bouncers, or similar objects, was present in the FCCH. The fireplaces were observed to be properly barricaded. The FCCH was observed with individual permanent or portable storage space for the children’s clothing and personal belongings. Electrical outlets were observed to be properly covered with child safety covers. Feeding chairs were observed to be clean and in good condition.

According to the licensee, no firearms or weapons are on the premises. Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, and other potentially hazardous items were stored in the laundry room, which was locked, making them inaccessible to the children.

The outdoor playground was enclosed by a fence, and the play equipment was well-maintained. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. No bodies of water, such as pools or spas, were present on site.

The bathroom was found to be clean and fully operational. The toilet and handwashing facility were well-kept, safe, and clean. The diaper-changing station was found to be clean. Potty chairs were observed to be available for the children.

The sleeping/resting area was observed to be clean and sanitary. Cots, cribs, and sheets were available for children to use. LPA also observed that the infant mattresses were firm and appropriately covered with a fitted sheet appropriate to the child’s size.

LPA reviewed five children’s files and confirmed that all five children have complete files that include their emergency contact and medical information and sleep logs for children under two years old.

LPA reminded the licensee that her assistant must take the Mandated Reporter training every two years. Mandated Reporter training may be taken at www.mandatedreporterca.com.

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.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

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No deficiencies were issued today during LPA's visit.

LIC 9102TV (technical violation) was given to the licensee.

A copy of today's report was given to the Licensee, Isabella Blunck Ribeiro. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Isabella Blunck Ribeiro.