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25 | On November 18, 2020, at 1:30 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gloria Gonzalez conducted a case management inspection for the purpose of an increase in capacity via video conference by Zoom, due to the Covid-19 outbreak with the Licensee Amberlee Murray. LPA conducted a live video tour of the inside and outside of the facility. Five (5) children and one (1) staff were present in the facility during this inspection. This facility is a one story, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house. The following areas used for childcare are: living room, kitchen, dining room, bedroom 2, laundry room, bathroom 2, and patio deck. Off limits areas are bedroom 1 and bathroom 1, the rest of the back yard and are inaccessible through use of door knob covers and locked gates. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available for children’s use. The home has a backyard available for outdoor activities. Licensee states 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 all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Licensee has required immunizations. Licensee completed the Mandated Reporter Training AB 1207 on 2/10/20 and for helper on 11/14/20. 3 of 5 children’s records were reviewed. First Aid and CPR certification for Licensee expires on 11/2022.
The fire clearance for 14 children was granted on 11/17/20. 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. and the Child Care Advocates email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . |