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32 | The backyard is used as the outdoor play area, LPA inspected the outdoor gates to verify doors are locked. The door leading to a side patio that is off-limits was unlocked. The licensee was reminded that off limit areas must be inaccessible (809D issued). There are no bodies of water on the premises.
The licensee had a current roster of children in care. Children’s records for children present during the inspection were reviewed for a copy of the emergency information card that contains all the information specified by regulation (LIC 700) and found to be in compliance. Licensee stated there are 3 infants under 24 months enrolled in the childcare facility at this time. Based on records review, two LIC9227 forms were missing signatures from the parents. The LPA issued a technical note to the licensee.
The licensees Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification are current. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family childcare home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for licensees and assistants were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. The licensees and staff present in the facility had copies of current certification at the time of the inspection.
Incidental 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) 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-sleep as an additional resource. |