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32 | Continuation of report dated 02/04/2022 pg. 2/3
LPA observed a new 2A10BC fire extinguisher, working smoke detector, working carbon monoxide detector, a fenced backyard, and no bodies of water. Off limit areas outside the home: Right side of back yard that is fenced off. Applicant states that there are no weapons in the home. Applicant stated they have a cat and dog that are staying with their in laws, but may be bringing to the facility. Cleaning Products, toxic agents, medications, and sharp objects were inaccessible to children and stored in the garage and top kitchen cabinet. LPA reminded Applicant that smoking, baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items are not allowed in Family Child Care Homes.
Forms of discipline used by Applicant: talk to children. Applicant understands that children's personal rights should not be violated; including no corporal punishment. A Family Child Care Home packet with updated Licensing forms was provided to and reviewed with the Applicant. Department website: www.ccld.ca.gov. provided to Applicant. Isolation of sick children, supervision of children, capacity options, transportation of children, requirements for reporting unusual incidents/injuries, suspected child abuse (Mandated Reporter training AB 1207), SB 792 (Immunization's for Measles Pertussis and Influenza) and healthy beverages in child care, heat related illnesses, and requirements for assistant/substitute were also discussed. LPA informed Applicant that fire/disaster drills must be practiced at least once every 6 months and documented.
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 discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant 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. LPA also informed licensee [facility representative] of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. |