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32 | Staff files were also reviewed. LPA observed proof of mandated reporter training were not on file which poses a potential risk to children in care. The Mandated Reporter Training was discussed. Beginning January 1, 2018, Health and Safety Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. In addition, effective January 1, 2018: Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure, existing licensees must meet requirements by March 30, 2018, new employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. This training requirement may be met by using the Department’s Office of Child Abuse Prevention (OCAP) online training modules. The OCAP modules are free of cost and available at: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/. Licensee acknowledged requirement and stated proof will be submitted to LPA by POC due date. Preventative health training, current pediatric CPR and first aid certification was verified and expires 9/20/2021. Licensee acknowledged where children less than five years old are in care, stairs shall be fenced or barricaded. The Effects of Lead Exposure brochure posted. Licensee was encouraged to visit the Department website at WWW.CDSS.CA.GOV for child care updates, forms, self-assessment guides, legislation and regulation information. PIN 21-08-CCP and COVID-19 UPDATE Guidance: Child Care Programs and Providers were discussed. 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 (USDOJ) 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
Deficiencies cited on LIC809-D. LPA reviewed report with the licensee and provided copies. An exist interview was conducted. The Notice of Site Visit issued and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights also issued and discussed. |