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25 | On September 9, 2021, at 12:10 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Marie Hernandez conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with the Licensee, Sherline Jean. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. During the inspection today, there are five children with the Licensee and the adult helper, Delourdes Ullysse. The Licensee accompanied LPA on the tour inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The following areas will be used for child care: The living room, dining room, downstairs bedroom (main day care area) , downstairs bathroom and the side yard. The off limit areas include: The kitchen, the entire upstairs bedrooms, two upstairs bathrooms, rear yard and rear studio home (converted garage). The stairs are barricaded via gate at the bottom of the stairs. There are no bodies of water observed during time of inspection. The fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide and smoke detector meet requirements and are operational. All poisons, cleaners and hazardous items in the home are inaccessible to children through latches, locks, and/or placed on high surfaces. The off limits areas are inaccessible through use of a child proof safety gate. All hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The storage area for poisons is locked. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. The Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received a criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certifications expired on 05/2023. Licensee's has the required immunization's. The Licensee's Mandated Reporter certification expired on 02/19/2021. The mandated reporter certification must be renewed every two years prior to expiration. The Licensee conducted the fire/disaster drill on 09/09/2021. The Infant Safe Sleep plans are maintained and the fifteen minute checks are maintained. LPA provided and discussed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms, and ensure that all adults residing or working in the home have criminal background clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in day-care. Licensee was also provided handouts with information regarding upcoming Safe Sleep Regulations/SIDS, Lead exposure and Shaken Baby Syndrome. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov. The handout was provided for he SDQPI Every Child Deserves Quality Early Learning Experiences. |