All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected, including but not limited to, off limit areas. This is a one story home the home sits on the same lot behind the prior license #197404519 located at 1346 W. 69th Street. The home consists of one bedroom and one restroom. Areas that the children will use include living room, open kitchen area and the front of the home (driveway). LPA observed safety knobs on stove in kitchen. The home does not have any stairs nor fireplace. LPA observed all electrical outlets covered during inspection. Off limit areas include, one bedroom and backyard. Room is made inaccessible with a lock. The Licensee/Applicant understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit area during inspection visit if necessary. Licensee is the only adult residing in home.

Areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness. LPA observed equipment, toys and age appropriate material for children in the main care areas.

No medication was observed in the home during inspection. Knives are stored in a high kitchen cabinet. LPA did not observe hazardous items in the kitchen. The Licensee was advised that any poisons must be locked, not only inaccessible. Children will nap on mats and play yards in the living room. Per Licensee, there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.

LPA observed that the Licensee/Applicant has a 2A10 BC fire extinguisher with a pull fire alarm in the home. Smoke/carbon monoxide detector was tested and is operable.

The Licensee/Applicant states that she will provide food for children in care. LPA reminded Licensee that any food brought from the children’s homes shall be labeled with child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee/Applicant was reminded that they shall be present in the home and ensure children are supervised at all times. If Licensee/Applicant temporarily leaves the home they must ensure a substitute adult with required training, criminal record clearance/association and documents supervise the children in their absence.

The Licensee/Applicant has completed the required Health and Safety Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR and Mandated Reporter Training. Licensee has proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and flu.

LPA informed licensee of f the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months and 15 minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months. Outdoor play area is located in the front of the home that includes the side yard/driveway. LPA observed that the backyard is fenced and free of hazards. The outdoor play area has equipment, toys and age appropriate material for children. LPA did not observe any pool, spas or bodies of water on the premises.

Licensee/Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information , see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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

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-sleephttps://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/ public-information-and-resources /safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Applicant of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www .cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

Once licensed, the Licensee/Applicant is required to adhere to the terms and limitation as stated on the license. Exit interview was conducted with Licensee Nadia Battle. A copy of this report and all other Licensing reports must be made available to the public for 3 years.

The following was discussed with the applicant(s):

The the application for a Location Change will be submitted for approval. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report with appeal rights were provided to the applicant on this date.