| Licensee stated there are no firearms or ammunition 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.
Licensee stated and LPA confirmed the backyard is off-limits. LPA reminded Licensee prior to daycare children accessing backyard, the department must be contacted to approve the off-limits backyard. Licensee stated she understood. LPA reminded Licensee to maintain supervision of children at all times when engaged in water activities. LPA referred Licensee to PIN 21-16-CCLD: Seasonal Reminder of Water Safety Requirements and Measures.
Licensee has pets on the premises. Licensee is aware of the safety of children around animals. Licensee understands her liability and responsibility regarding pets.
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 not complete with emergency information and all required forms were not present and completed as required. Based on LPA children’s records review, C5 is missing the second page of LIC700. Furthermore, C1 is missing immunization records. LPA addressed observations with Licensee. Licensee stated she will complete the requested and maintain copy in child's file.
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.
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 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. Guardian background criminal record clearances were verified and discussed with Licensee Jacqueline Perez and was signed.
Continued on 809-C
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