| Pets: Per the licensee, there are 4 dogs in a gated area inaccessible off-limits at the backyard Per Licensee all the dog remain in the gated area during the hour of operation and all the shot records are current.
Per the licensee, transportation is being provided for children. LPA observes the licensee’s valid California driver’s license with an expiration date of 05-31-2027, vehicle insurance with an expiration date of 08-11-2023, and vehicle registration with an expiration date of 01-18-2024.
LPA reviewed 3 children’s records and 1 Staff file, LPA reviewed the childcare facility roster and the fire drills, earthquake drills log, and documentation for both. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Per the licensee, the facility is not currently providing IMS. LPA informed the licensee to refer to IMS information in the 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www/ada.gov/childqanda.htm.
The following information was discussed with the licensee:
· Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files.
· Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both. The last fire/earthquake drill was completed on 12/06/2022, LPA advised the licensee to conduct a disaster drill every six months.
· Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed.
· Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know and review updates/regulations and forms online at www.ccld.ca.gov as well as anyone who assists in providing care.
· The licensing department must have the facility’s phone number. If the phone number is changed, the licensing department must be notified.
. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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.
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