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32 | Continuation of report dated 09/15/2021
LPA observed no stairs, no bodies of water, no wall heaters, and covered fireplace. Licensee stated there is a dog and is vaccinated. Applicant stated there are no firearms/weapons in the home. Off limit areas inside: three bedrooms and one bathroom. The backyard is fenced. There were age appropriate toys in the day care areas. Bathroom was clean. Medication, cleaning products, hazardous and sharp objects were inaccessible to children and stored in the top cabinets in the kitchen and child care room. Discipline policy was discussed with applicant and she understood that the children's personal rights should not be violated and corporal punishment is not allowed. Applicant stated their discipline method will be speaking to children and redirection. Applicant will not transport children but understood the safety seat belt/car seat requirements.
A Family Child Care Home packet was reviewed with applicant. Department's website: www.ccld.ca.gov to obtain forms and regulations CCR, Title 22 was provided. Applicant was advised on the regulations that smoking, baby walkers, bouncers, excersaucers and other similar items are not allowed. The following was discussed, safe sleep and LIC 9227, isolation of sick children; supervision of children; capacity options; requirements for reporting suspected child abuse; unusual incident/injuries; fire drills practiced at least twice a year and documented. LPA also discussed the requirements of AB 633 to applicant and provided applicant the fact sheet and a copy of Acknowledgement of receipt of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224). Zero Tolerance with $500 civil penalty also explained to applicant.
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Incident 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) 415-0301 (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 conducted an exit interview with the Applicant in Spanish. LPA advised applicant that Licensure for a large family child care home is granted pending:
- Fire Department Clearance
- Management's approval. |