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32 | 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. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
Indoor areas of the home were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. Off-limits inside the home include: 2 bedrooms, master bedroom, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, and living room. There are no open-faced heaters in the home. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the home. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via water filter from the fridge and colored cups. Food is prepared and provided for the children from the family day care home. The bathroom in the home is clean, sanitary, and operable. The Licensee has a working telephone (landline & cell phone) in the facility.
Fire clearance for the family day care home indicates that garage space should not be utilized for day care operations. Licensee currently has garage set-up for children to place their items in cubbies and states that children only walk through the garage, they do not play in the garage.
The outside area of the home was inspected and LPA observed sufficient play-equipment and supplies for the children. There are caged parrots and birds located in the backyard that need additional safeguards to prevent children from potentially placing fingers into the cage. Off-limit areas outside of home include: both side yard areas, 2 sheds, and everything outside of the fenced area for children. No outdoor bodies of water were observed during todays inspection.
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-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. |