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LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today’s inspection. LPA observed that the home appears clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort of the children. Licensee was advised to keep temperature within 68-85 degrees. LPA observed no baby walker, bouncers, excer-saucers, jumpers etc. on the premises. LPA observed a gated stairs inside the home. The main area of the home is used for the day care are living room, family room, bedroom #1 and bathroom #1. LPA observed a blocked fireplace. LPA observed safe and sufficient materials, toys, and play equipment for the day care children. All sharp objects, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, poisons, and other similar items are stored in top cabinets in the kitchen inaccessible to children. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, at least three working combined smoke/carbon monoxide detectors. Licensee states there are no weapons/firearms and pets in the home. Off limit areas indoor: entire second floor, bedroom #2 & #3 in first floor, kitchen, and garage. LPA observed a fenced backyard and no bodies of water. Off limit areas outside the home: two gated side yards, and the locked storage shed..
Supervision of children was discussed with Licensee, and she understands that she must be present in the home during day care hours and ensure that the children are supervised at all times. Licensee understands her capacity options. Licensee states that she does not transport children via vehicle but she understands that children cannot be left in parked vehicles unattended at any time. LPA reviewed safe sleep policies for the infants with the Licensee and provided Licensee "A Child Care Provider's Guide to Safe Sleep” document as well as the most recent PIN 20-24-CCP for Infant SafeSleep and the requirement for checking and logging during the nap in every 15 minutes, including LIC 9227 for infants under one year old. More information can be founded at http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/Child-Care-Licensing.
LPA reviewed COVID-19 infection prevention guidance & self-assessment with licensee including her plans in place to protect and support staff, children, cleaning & hygiene implementation, health screening & social distancing practices, meal times and arrival & pickup procedures.
LPA discussed AB 2231: Civil Penalty Updates effective July 1, 2017 with Licensee. A $500 immediate civil penalty and $100 per day violation until corrected is assessed for serious violations such as absence of supervision, accessible bodies of water, accessible firearms, refused entry of licensing staff, presence of an excluded person, and violations that result in illness or injury. A $100 per day for each violation for Failure to Correct, and $250 immediately and $100 per day per violation until corrected for Repeat Violations. |