FCCH Orientation Questions
The MAX capacity of a Large Family Child Care Home is _____
14 - 12 children plus 2 school aged children
When a Criminal Record exemption is granted, what info is public info?
The name of the person.
Criminal record clearances or exemptions must be granted for all adults living or working in the home before or after a license is granted?
before
Food brought by parents must be labeled with ____?
child's name
My fire extinguisher needs to be a ___ size or larger
size 2A1OBC or larger
When submitting my application, I must submit a TB Clearance taken within _____
the last year
Children under age _____ or ____ tall must ride in the rear seat of the vehicle
8; 4ft 9in
Who needs to have a criminal record clearance associated with your family child care home?
All persons at least 18 years old who live or work in the home
Who needs to be immune to or be immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles?
All persons who care for the children in care. Employees and volunteers must have immunity to or be immunized against these.
After you are licensed, if an adult living in your home is found NOT to have a Criminal Record Clearance, which of the following could occur?
An immediate $100 per day civil penalty may be issued per day for a max of 5 days (til the Criminal Record Clearance is obtained)
What ages of children are most at risk for lead exposure?
1-6 years of age
Home must have a working telephone/full functional cell phone. T or F?
T
The civil penalty for serious injury or physical abuse in Small Family Child Care Home is:
$1000
What is the civil penalty for the death of a child in care in a Small Family Child Care Home?
$5000
When you enroll a new child in your Family Child Care Home, the parent must receive a copy of: (3 things)
- Notification of Parents Rights (LIC 995A) - Caregiver Background Check Process (LIC 995E) - Family Child Care Consumer Awareness Info (LIC 9212)
What are some sources of lead?
water, soil, old paint, toys, jewelry, dishes, pots and pans, makeup
What is a violation of a child's personal rights?
you may not intimidate, humiliate, ridicule, or threaten any of the children in your care.
When operating a Large Family Child Care Home, there must be an assistant provider at least ____ years of age present
14 when there are over 8 children in care
What must the MIN age of an assistant provider be, in order to be left alone with children in care?
18
An infant is a child who is under age _____
2
Pool fences must be at least ____ ft high
5
A school age child is one who is ____ years old or enrolled in and attending kindergarten, including transitional kindergarten
6
Fire and Disaster Drills need to be conducted and documented every ____
6 months
School age children are those age ___ or who are enrolled in and attending ____
6; kindergarten
What percentage of time does the licensee need to be at home during the hours of operation?
80% of the time
Which of the following items are required in your Family Child Care Home?
A carbon Monoxide detector. A fire extinguisher.
What is NOT a requirement in order to obtain a Family Child Care License?
A home over 2000 square ft. All other items listed (TB Clearance, First Aid, and CPR, 16 hrs of preventative health and safety training, this orientation) are mandatory
Complete a Plan for Incidental Medical Services (IMS) if you are caring for children who need:
Administration of blood glucose monitoring, inhaled medications, Epi-pen and epi-pen jr. injections, insulin shots, gastronomy tube feeding and care, other prescribed medical orders.
When is a Criminal Record Clearance necessary in the application process?
After I receive a letter stating that my application has been accepted. You must wait for your welcome letter that includes your facility number before submitting fingerprints for your criminal record clearance.
Who needs to fill out an LIC 508, Criminal Record Statement?
All adults living or working in the home. All persons 18 years of age or older living or working in the home must complete an LIC 508. LIC 508s for all adults living in the home must be submitted with your application prior to licensure.
What arent allowed in Family Child Care Homes (as in baby seat toys)?
Baby walkers, infant bouncers, baby jumpers and saucer chairs
Community Care Licensing has authority to:
Conduct unannounced inspections, interview children, interview staff (they dont have the authority to make arrests)
Once licensed which of the following situations can happen if your home is found NOT to be in compliance?
Deficiencies can be cited, plans of correction can be developed, civil penalties can be assessed (your staff will not be forced to resign)
What happens if you send in an incomplete application packet?
Entire thing is returned to the applicant along with a letter stating what is missing
Car seats can be used as chairs. T or F?
F
T or F? All licensing fees are refundable
F
What documents should be posted?
Facility license. Emergency disaster plan (LIC 610A). Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394). Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213). Earthquake Perparedness Checklist (LIC 9148) doesnt need to be but should be accessible to public
Parents of newly enrolled children must receive what?
Family Child Care Consumer Awareness Info (LIC 9212)
What is considered a Type A violation?
Immediate risk to children health safety or personal rights to the children, leaving cleaning supplies open to the children, adults in the home who dont have criminal background clearance
How long do I have to report an incident to the Licensing office?
Incidents must be reported to Licensing by phone or fax within one business day and written report must be submitted in 7 days
What should Licensees report to Community Care Licensing?
Licensees must report injuries requiring medical attention, death of a child, a missing child, as well as explosions, fires, and other physical damages to the home.
Licensee must:
Live in the home, be the primary caregiver, be present in the home 80% of the operating hours.
What is NOT a requirement of operating a Family Child Care Home?
Must be a parent - Being a parent is NOT a requirement for operating a Family Child Care Home.
What are things you should not do to children due to their Personal Rights?
No corporal or unusual punishment, intimidation, humiliation, ridicule; cannot be locked in any room; cannot interfere or disrupt with eating, sleeping, or toileting.
What would you get a $100 civil penalty for not posting?
Notice of Site Visit, Type A Citations, Proof of Correction of Type A deficiencies
T or F? A missing child in your care must be reported to Community Care Licensing.
T
T or F? Baby walkers are NOT allowed in Family Child Care Homes
T
T or F? Intimidation is a violation of a child's personal rights.
T
T or F? Not posting a "Notice of Site Visit" is a $100 Civil Penalty
T
T or F? Children between the ages of 1-6 years are the most at risk for lead poisoning.
T - young children exposed to lead can develop side effects including anemia, nervous system disorders and behavioral problems.
Who must you notify of your intent to operate a Family Child Care Home?
The Landlord (only if you rent or lease your home)
Who is required by law to report suspected child abuse?
The Licensee and child care staff are required, by law, to report suspected child abuse
The MAX capacity of a Small Family Child Care Home is _____
eight - 6 children plus 2 school aged children
Additional requirements for Licensees
must be at least 18 years of age, must live in the home, TB Clearance, Proof of immunity to or immunization against (Influenza, pertussis, measles), 16 hrs of Pediatric Health and Safety training (EMSA approved, Pediatric CPR, Pediatric First Aid, Preventative Health Practices, including 1 hr on Childhood Nutrition.