| The living room is the main day care area. LPA observed age-appropriate toys such as blocks, puzzles, and dramatic play toys.
LPA toured the front yard outdoor play area and observed dramatic play houses, toddler slide, and several riding cars. There is cushioned material to absorb a fall under climbing equipment. LPA advised Licensee to maintain a 3 foot fall space around all climbing equipment.
Per licensee there are 3 dogs in the home. LPA observed one small dog in the kitchen behind a barrier gate. Licensee states that 2 dogs remain in an off-limit area during day care hours (rear yard).
The home is orderly, comfortable, and ventilated. Licensee provides breakfast, lunch and snacks. LPA observed a functioning Smoke detector and Carbon Monoxide and working telephone. LPA observed fire extinguisher to be fully charged and serviced. There is a first aid kit on the premises. Per the licensee, there are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises, and none were observed on this day. Licensees First Aid and CPR expires on 08/09/2026.
LPA reviewed children’s files; files were found to be complete. LPA reviewed staff files; files and observed that Staff 1's (S1) Mandated Reporter Training certificate was issued for General Training. LPA advised Licensee to have S1 take the Mandated Reporter Training for Child Care Providers. Children and staff names were documented on LIC 811 (confidential page).
The licensee has completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com, expires on 9/1/2028. All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years. At 10:40am Licensee’s assistant/daughter (staff 1) arrived,and assisted with translation during the inspection, see LIC 811.
The facility currently does not offer Incidental Medical Services (IMS). 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) 514-0301 (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
Licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B.
The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B).
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