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25 | On September 9th, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kassandra Medrano conducted an annual required inspection which included a tour of the home and yard, and a review of the required day-care forms with the licensee, Diane today. Present in the home is Licensee, 1 child and 2 adult residents. During inspection it was found that capacity and ratio requirements of children were observed in compliance today. OFF LIMIT AREAS: Garage, Laundry Room, and Front yard.
A review of records indicates that all adults working or living in the home who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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. The day-care operates 8am-5pm, Monday- Thursday.
LPA observed the following: No baby walkers, bouncers, exercausers, etc. allowed to be used during day-care hours. Home has proper lighting and ventilation. Home has a working telephone, a working smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher. Licensee states there are no guns or weapons of any kind in the home. Licensee's CPR is current and Licensee stated that disaster drills are conducted daily. Licensee provides daily snacks and lunch is provided by parents, LPA observed food separate and in individual lunch boxes. Isolation of sick children reviewed/discussed.
During file review it was observed that files are current and required forms are found in children's files. Capacity options were reviewed. Licensee understands that care cannot be provided for more than the capacity as stated on the license. Requirements for reporting suspected child abuse was discussed, as well as reporting requirements for unusual incidences.
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