Licensee stated there are no firearms or ammunitions on the premises. Licensee stated there are no poisons stored on the premises. Licensee stated there is no smoking on the premises. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible.
There are no fireplaces or open face heaters in the home. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort.
This is a single level home and there are no stairs. Safe toys and play equipment’s are observed. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. Licensee was reminded to conduct daily inspections of the outdoor area and on the outdoor play structures and equipment’s for normal wear and tear overtime, to be free of loose, pointed, or sharp edges prior to day-care children accessing outdoor area.
Licensee ensures that children in care are always supervised and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children.
LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with emergency information and all required forms were present and completed as required. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training expires on 02/19/2025. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires on 06/2024. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis, and measles. All staff files were complete with necessary forms and signed appropriately.
Last documented fire drill was 10/18/2024. LPA reminded Licensee fire drills are to be conducted every 6 months and it is best practice to conduct fire drills every time there is a new daycare child enrolled. Licensee stated she understood.
LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 102416.2).
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 Childcare 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.
During the exit interview, the Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA verified the RSO profile in FAS. Guardian background clearances were verified and discussed with Licensee.
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