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25 | On 09/03/19 at 1:09 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brooke Sykora made an unannounced visit for the purpose of a Random Annual inspection. Upon arrival, the Licensee was not present in the home; however, her son, Nasar Issa, granted LPA access to the home. Licensee returned to the home at 1:45 p.m. during the inspection. At the time of the inspection, there were no children in care. The facility is within ratio and capacity.
LPA conducted a tour of the home to ensure compliance with standards established in CCR, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3. Hours of operation are Monday through Sunday, 24 hours per day. It was discussed with the Licensee that care should be provided in the home for periods of less than 24 hours per day. Primary child care areas are the living room, kitchen, T.V. room, bathroom, and the fully fenced backyard. Off limits areas have been made inaccessible with the use of door locks and door knob covers. There are no hazardous substances accessible. There are no weapons stored in the home or on the property and there are no bodies of water present. The fireplace has been secured and made inaccessible. The fire extinguisher is full and of adequate size and located in the kitchen. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector, located in the main hallway, are operational. The home is clean, orderly and has adequate ventilation and heating. Licensee has provided sufficient space for the children to eat, sleep, and play within the home. Children’s toys and play equipment are safe and age appropriate. There is a working telephone and all required forms are posted. Children’s files were reviewed for emergency information. The last emergency drill was conducted in May 2019. The facility roster is current and complete. Licensee's pediatric CPR/First Aid certificate is valid through 03/2020. Staff Immunizations and Mandated Reporter Training requirements have been met. SIDS/Safe Sleep was discussed and Safe Sleep handouts were provided. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided the following: www.meganslaw.ca.gov. Effect of Lead Exposure handout was provided and Licensee was advised to provide handout to parents/guardians of current and future enrollees.
The facility does not currently provide Incidental Medical Services. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. |