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32 | Accessible cabinets and drawers in the kitchen and bathroom 1 had child safety locks installed. Bathroom 1 was in operating condition with adequate supplies. The home had several windows for ventilation and lighting. LPA observed all accessible electrical outlets, trash bins had been properly covered. Detergents and cleaning supplies were made inaccessible, stored above the kitchen sink. Facility has functioning cell phone, smoke/ carbon monoxide detector combo and fire extinguishers (2A:10:BC). Per applicant, there are no pets in the home. Per applicant, there are no guns or weapons in the home. Bedrooms were free of hazards or dangerous conditions. Isolation area for an ill child will be in the hallway.
Applicant was informed that the Department must be notified that prior to use of any off-limits areas.
Licensing forms and posting requirements were reviewed with the applicant. LPA discussed licensing regulations and the capacity requirements. Any children under 10 years of age will be counted in the capacity.
Applicant stated they plans to provide food for the children. LPA reminded applicant that food brought from home should be properly labeled. Applicant understands that fire/earthquake drills are to be conducted every six months and recorded. Applicant understands that baby walkers, bouncers, and excersaucers are not allowed. Smoking is prohibited in family childcare homes. Applicant's CPR/1st Aid certification was current, expiring: 4/2027. Mandated Reporter Training was current, expiring: 12/2027.
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, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5-days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30-days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
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