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25 | On April 23rd,2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Kassandra Medrano and Diana Alvarado conducted an annual required inspection which included a tour of the home and yard, and a review of the required day-care forms with the licensee, Armrida. Present in the home is Licensee, 6 (4 infants and 2 preschool aged children) 1 adult assistants, Karen Avalos as well as licensee's husband, Bill Tran. During inspection it was found that capacity and ratio requirements of children were observed in compliance today. CHILD CARE AREAS: Part of garage ( which is used for cubbies and diaper changing), Nook area, family room, part of sun room, front yard, and back yard. OFF LIMIT AREAS: Part of Garage, Master Bedroom, Bedroom #2, Bedroom #3, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room. Adults living in the home are Licensee, Bill Tran, Karen Avalos, Edward Tran, and one minor child. During review of records it was found that Edward does not have criminal record clearance, Edward was not present in the home during inspection, and it was stated that he is away for work. 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. The day-care operates 8am-5pm. LPA observed the following: No baby walkers, bouncers, exercausers, etc. allowed to be used during day-care hours. Home has proper lighting and ventilation. Home has a working telephone, a working smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher. Licensee stated that there is no body of water on the property, and facility was inspected and no body of water was found. Licensee states there are no guns or weapons of any kind in the home. During review of files, Licensee’s CPR and First Aid expires on 8/2025. Per licensee emergency drills have been conducted but there was no documentation of the drills logged. Licensee provides daily snacks and lunch. Isolation of sick children reviewed/discussed. During file review it was observed that children's files are current and required forms were found. During review, it was observed that staff files could not be found. Capacity options were reviewed. Licensee understands that care cannot be provided for more than the capacity as stated on the license. Requirements for reporting suspected child abuse was discussed, as well as reporting requirements for unusual incidences. |