The following information was discussed with the licensee:
· Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files.
· Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both. The last fire/earthquake drill was completed on 05/09/2023, LPA advised the licensee to conduct a disaster drill every six months.
· Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed.
· Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know and review updates/regulations and forms online at www.ccld.ca.gov as well as anyone who assists in providing care.
· The licensing department must have the facility’s phone number. If the phone number is changed, the licensing department must be notified.
. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
· On January 1, 2018, or before March 30, 2018, a person who is a licensed child care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the online mandated reporter training and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years. @www.mandatedreporterca.com
· AB 290 - for each new license issued, at least one director or teacher at a childcare center or family child-care home shall have at least one hour of childhood nutrition training.
· **Senate Bill AB 633 - Child Care Facilities: Parent Notification Requirements
· Summary: This bill amends Health and Safety Code (HSC) sections 1596.859, 1596.8595, 1596.8895, and 1597.05 to improve the transparency of licensing records and to ensure that parents/guardians using a licensed childcare facility are aware of situations that present the greatest danger to children.
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