| LPA observed that interior sliding door of the home had an alarm that sounded when door was open. LPA reviewed bodies of water regulations with licensee and provided copies of PIN 25-01-CCP 2024 Chaptered Legislation Affecting Child Care Facilities and a copy of the AB2866. LPA advised licensee that effective 1/1/25 they are required to adhere to AB 2866 – Pool Safety: State Department of Social Services regulated facilities as they are no longer exempt from the Swimming Pool Safety Act. The Health and Safety Code requirements are included in Section 1596.814. A Provider Information Notice (PIN) has been published.
Licensee stated that there are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible.
There is one electric fireplace that is located in the main part of the home and Licensee stated that it will not be used during day care hours. There is a working fire extinguisher (Size/ 2A:10BC), smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Stairs are barricaded when children under age 5 years old are present. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number is (559) 353-1277.
Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Licensee informed LPA that she uses the front yard for children in care. Licensee stated she understood that children must be fully supervised at all times when children are playing in the front yard of the home. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained.
Since there were no children enrolled LPA reviewed a children’s files with licensee. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 2/19/2025. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires on 6/24/2025. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles.
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).
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