# Health and safety (childcare.support)

Safe sleep, immunizations, lead and water testing, and getting ready for emergencies.
Official information for California child care providers. Each item links to the official page; read it before acting.
Web page: https://childcare.support/health-and-safety/

## Start here
- Safe Sleep in Child Care (California Department of Social Services, Web page): https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/Child-Care-Licensing/Public-Information-and-Resources/Safe-Sleep. Safe sleep rules for infants in child care, the Individual Infant Sleeping Plan form (LIC 9227), and safe sleep videos.
- Guide to Immunization Requirements for Pre-kindergarten (Child Care) (IMM-230) (California Department of Public Health, PDF): https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/CDPH%20Document%20Library/Immunization/IMM-230.pdf. CDPH's chart of the vaccines children need at each age to attend child care, and how facilities must check them.
- Immunization Reporting (California Department of Public Health, Web page): https://cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/School/reporting.aspx. CDPH's page for the yearly report on children's immunizations that child care facilities must file, with the reporting site and due date.
- Lead Testing and Prevention Information in Accordance with AB 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018 (California Department of Social Services, Web page): https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information. Lead testing information and PINs under AB 2370, including the lead flyer every licensee must give families when a child enrolls or re-enrolls.
- Disaster Resources (California Department of Social Services, Resource page): https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/disaster-resources. CDSS's disaster page for child care: a step-by-step emergency planning guide, emergency waiver PINs, and wildfire, power shutoff and recovery resources.
- Disaster Preparedness (California Childcare Health Program (UCSF), Web page): https://cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness. UCSF's California Childcare Health Program page on disaster planning, including the California Child Care Disaster Plan for providers.
- PIN 24-06-CCLD: Use of the Everbridge Emergency Notification System (California Department of Social Services, PDF): https://cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2024/CCLD/PIN-24-06-CCLD.pdf. A CDSS notice on Everbridge, the system CDSS uses to alert licensees about disasters and emergencies. [Also on this site: https://childcare.support/pins/#24-06-CCLD]

## Free online courses (CECO)
From California Early Childhood Online, funded by CDSS. A CECO account is needed to take a course.
- Health and Safety for Family Child Care Settings (8 modules/2.25 hours total; in English, Spanish, Chinese): https://www.caearlychildhoodonline.org/en_modulecatalog.aspx?moduleId=1154. Lessons: Emergency Preparedness in Family Child Care; Managing and Responding to Food Allergies; Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma; Safe Practices for Handling Toxic Substances; Safe Sleep for Infants; Safe Spaces in Family Child Care; Stop the Spread of Infectious Disease; Transporting Children
- Health and Safety for Center-Based Settings (8 modules/2.25 hours total; in English, Spanish, Chinese): https://www.caearlychildhoodonline.org/en_modulecatalog.aspx?moduleId=1155. Lessons: Emergency Preparedness in Child Care Centers; Managing and Responding to Food Allergies; Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma; Safe Practices for Handling Toxic Substances; Safe Sleep for Infants; Safe Spaces in Child Care Centers; Stop the Spread of Infectious Disease; Transporting Children
- California Department of Education Health and Safety Training (Videos) (8 modules/12 hours total; in English, Spanish): https://www.caearlychildhoodonline.org/en_modulecatalog.aspx?moduleId=90. Lessons: Safe Spaces in Child Care Module; Transporting Children in Child Care Module; Handling Hazardous Materials Module; Infectious Diseases in Child Care Module; Safe Sleep Practices and Sleep Related Infant Deaths Module; Managing and Responding to Food Allergies Module; Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma Module; Emergency Preparedness in Child Care Module
- California SIDS Program Stories, Public Service Announcements (PSAs) and Training Videos (1 module/1 hour total; in English): https://www.caearlychildhoodonline.org/en_modulecatalog.aspx?moduleId=87
- Preventative Health and Safety for Family, Friends, and Neighbor Providers (4 sections/2 hours total; in English, Spanish): https://www.caearlychildhoodonline.org/en_modulecatalog.aspx?moduleId=1132
- California Department of Public Health: Farm to Early Care and Education (ECE) Training Course (hours not listed; in English, Spanish): https://www.caearlychildhoodonline.org/en_modulecatalog.aspx?moduleId=1345
- Outside Resource: Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training (1 modules/7 hours total; in English, Spanish): https://www.caearlychildhoodonline.org/en_modulecatalog.aspx?moduleId=2000

## Also on this site

### Webinar notes (20)
- September 29, 2026 AB 150/190 Child Care Licensing Webinar (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2026-09-29): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2026-09-29/index.md
- September 22, 2026 Child Care Licensing Provider Webinar (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2026-09-22): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2026-09-22/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, 2026 Q2 (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2026-06-23): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2026-q2/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, 2026 Q1 (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2026-03-24): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2026-q1/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, 2025 Q4 (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2025-12-09): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2025-q4/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, September 2025 (Q3) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2025-09-30): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2025-q3/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, June 2025 (Q2) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2025-06-24): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2025-q2/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, March 2025 (Q1) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2025-03-25): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2025-q1/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, December 2024 (Q4) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2024-12-10): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2024-q4/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, September 2024 (Q3) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2024-09-24): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2024-q3/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, June 2024 (Q2) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2024-06-25): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2024-q2/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, March 2024 (Q1) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2024-03-26): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2024-q1/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, December 2023 (Q4) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2023-12-12): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2023-q4/index.md
- Safe Sleep Regulations (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2023-10): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-safe-sleep/index.md
- Intro to the Technical Support Program (TSP) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2023-10): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-tsp-intro/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, September 2023 (Q3) (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2023-09-26): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2023-q3/index.md
- Lead and Licensed Child Care Facilities (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2023-09-12): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-lead/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, 2023 Q2 (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2023-06-27): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2023-q2/index.md
- Ask the Child Care Advocates (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2023-05-23): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-ask-advocates/index.md
- Child Care Provider Webinar, 2023 Q1 (CDSS Community Care Licensing, 2023-03-28): https://childcare.support/t/cdss-2023-q1/index.md

### Rules, each checked against its official source (25)
- Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) required (Title 22 §102425(c) (homes); §101419.2(b)(2) (centers)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Infants on back; LIC 9227 Section C (Title 22 §102425(d), (d)(4)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Cribs free of loose articles (Title 22 §102425(b)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Homes: 15-minute checks; monitors can't replace (Title 22 §102425(j)(1), (j)(2), (j)(7)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Centers: sleeping infants checked every 15 minutes (Title 22 §101429(a)(2)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/Man/CCL/7cccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Separate sleep room: door open, same floor (Title 22 §102425(j)(5)-(6)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Overnight care: monitor if you can't hear (Title 22 §102426(a)(3)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Overnight infants: monitor may replace checks (Title 22 §102426(b)(1)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Child care vaccine requirements unchanged; insurance covers: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/School/shotsforschool.aspx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Two MMR doses protect against measles: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/measles.aspx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Early MMR dose before infant travel: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/measles.aspx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- CDPH 2026–27 flu and COVID-19 recommendations (Health & Safety Code §120164): https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/publichealth4all/AB-144-recommendations.aspx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- AB 144: CDPH sets immunization recommendations (Health & Safety Code §120164): https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=HSC&sectionNum=120164. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Who files the annual immunization report: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/School/reporting-faq.aspx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Immunization reports due December 4, 2026: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/School/shotsforschool.aspx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Center staff: measles, pertussis, flu vaccines (Health & Safety Code §1596.7995): https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=HSC&sectionNum=1596.7995. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- TB test for center staff, home adults (Title 22 §101216(g)(1) (centers); §102369(b)(9) (homes)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/Man/CCL/4cccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Child care center drinking water lead testing (Health & Safety Code §1597.16(a)(1)): https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=HSC&sectionNum=1597.16. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Lead testing map and remediation grant funding (PIN 26-05-CCP): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2026/CCP/PIN%2026-05-CCP%20STATEWIDE%20LEAD%20TESTING%20DATA%20MAP%20AND%20REMINDER%20OF%20FUNDING%20OPPORTUNITIES.pdf. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Poisons locked; medicines and cleaners inaccessible (Title 22 §102417(g)(4)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Firearms locked; ammunition locked separately (Title 22 §102417(g)(4)(A)-(C)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Stair gates when caring for under-5s (Title 22 §102417(g)(3)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Home must be free of dangerous defects (Title 22 §102417(g)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/fccman/fccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Whole and 2% milk allowed, age two+ (PIN 26-08-CCP; Health & Safety Code §1596.808(d)): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2026/CCP/PIN%2026-08-CCP%20New%20Guidance%20for%20Providing%20Milk%20in%20Child%20Care%20Settings.pdf. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md
- Centers: CPR/first-aid trained staff always present (Title 22 §101216(f); Health & Safety Code §1596.866; PIN 26-11-CCP): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Regs/Man/CCL/4cccman.docx. Full rule: https://childcare.support/rules/index.md

### Notices from CDSS (PINs), newest first (81)
- PIN 26-11-CCP (2026-09-25): 2026 Budget Trailer Bills Affecting Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2026/CCP/PIN%2026-11-CCP.pdf
- PIN 26-08-CCP (2026): New Guidance for Providing Milk in Child Care Settings: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2026/CCP/PIN%2026-08-CCP%20New%20Guidance%20for%20Providing%20Milk%20in%20Child%20Care%20Settings.pdf
- PIN 26-05-CCP (2026): Statewide Lead Testing Data Map and Reminder of Funding Opportunities: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2026/CCP/PIN%2026-05-CCP%20STATEWIDE%20LEAD%20TESTING%20DATA%20MAP%20AND%20REMINDER%20OF%20FUNDING%20OPPORTUNITIES.pdf
- PIN 25-10-CCLD (2025-07-09): Preparation For Extreme Heat, Wildfires, Public Safety Power Shutoffs, And West Nile Virus: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCLD/PIN-25-10-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 25-07-CCP (2025-04-22): Updated Guidance From CDPH for Communicable Disease Mitigation: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCP/PIN%2025-07-CCP%20-%20UPDATED%20GUIDANCE%20FROM%20CDPH%20FOR%20COMMUNICABLE%20DISEASE%20MITIGATION%20.pdf
- PIN 25-16-CCLD (2025): Above-Ground Pool Recalls: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCLD/PIN%2025-16-CCLD%20-Above-Ground%20Pool%20Recalls.pdf
- PIN 25-06-CCLD (2025): Extreme Heat Prevention: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCLD/PIN%20Heat_Prevention_Webpage.pdf
- PIN 25-04-CCLD (2025): Fee Waivers in Response to the January 2025 Fires and Windstorm Conditions in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCLD/PIN%2025-04-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 25-01-CCLD (2025): Winter Storm Preparedness: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCLD/PIN-25-01-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 25-05-CCP (2025): FAQs Additional Information Regarding Emergency Waivers: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCP/PIN%2025-05-CCP%20-%20FAQs%20Additional%20Information%20Regarding%20Emergency%20Waivers.pdf
- PIN 25-02-CCP (2025): Governor's Proclamation of a State of Emergency and Implementation of Waivers: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCP/GOVERNOR%E2%80%99S%20PROCLAMATION%20OF%20A%20STATE%20OF%20EMERGENCY%20AND%20IMPLEMENTATION%20OF%20WAIVERS.pdf
- PIN 24-13.1-CCP (2024-11-14): Notification of Assembly Bill 176, Chapter 998, Statutes of 2024, Affecting Fire Clearance Requirements for Child Care Center Licensees and Applicants: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2024/CCP/PIN%2024-13.1%20AB%20176.pdf
- PIN 24-08-CCLD (2024-07-25): Year-Round/Daily Reminder Of Water Safety Requirements And Measures: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2024/CCLD/PIN24-08-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 24-06-CCLD (2024): Use Of The Everbridge Emergency Notification System To Notify Licensees And Providers Of Disasters And Emergencies: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2024/CCLD/PIN-24-06-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 24-10-CCP (2024): Child Abuse Prevention And Awareness: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2024/CCP/PIN-24-10-CCP.pdf
- PIN 23-04-CCLD (2023-02-27): End Of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) State Of Emergency: Resuming Regular Reporting Requirements: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINS/2023/CCLD/PIN-23-04-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 23-12-CCLD (2023): Notifying Licensees Of New Public Disaster Response Webpage For The Community Care Licensing Division: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINS/2023/CCLD/PIN-23-12-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 23-11-CCLD (2023): Notifying Licensees Using The Everbridge Emergency Notification System: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINS/2023/CCLD/PIN-23-11-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 23-06-CCLD (2023): Governor's Proclamation Of A State Of Emergency To Support Storm Response And Relief Efforts, And Authority To Waive Licensing Requirements: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINS/2023/CCLD/PIN-23-06-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 23-03-CCLD (2023): End Of State Of Emergency Related To Monkeypox (MPOX): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2023/CCLD/PIN-23-03-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 23-02-CCLD (2023): Governor's Proclamation Of A State Of Emergency To Address Severe Winter Storms: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2023/CCLD/PIN-23-02-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 23-01-CCLD (2023): Winter Storm Preparedness: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2023/CCLD/PIN-23-01-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 23-12-CCP (2023): Updates To The California Department Of Public Health Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Guidance For Child Care Providers And Programs: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2023/CCP/PIN-23-12-CCP.pdf
- PIN 23-11-CCP (2023): Large Family Child Care Home Single Action Door Handle Requirements: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2023/CCP/PIN-23-11-CCP.pdf
- PIN 23-09-CCP (2023): Extreme Heat Hazard Awareness Focusing On Infants And Young Children: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2023/CCP/PIN-23-09-CCP.pdf
- PIN 23-06-CCP (2023): Information Regarding Brightly Colored Fetanyl, Also Referred to as “Rainbow Fentanyl”: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2023/CCP/PIN-23-06-CCP.pdf?ver=2023-01-18-103924-987
- PIN 23-04-CCP (2023): End of State of Emergency Related to COVID-19 and Expiration of COVID-19 Waivers: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2023/CCP/PIN-23-04-CCP.pdf?ver=2023-01-18-103924-987
- PIN 21-21.1-CCP (2022-12-28): Written Directives for Lead Testing of Water in Licensed Child Care Centers Pursuant to AB 2370 Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCP/PIN-21-21_1-CCP.pdf
- PIN 22-12-CCLD (2022): Information On The Use Of The Child Abuse Central Index For State Licensed Facilities (LIC 198A Form): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2022/CCLD/PIN-22-12-CCLD.pdf?ver=2023-03-02-093030-890
- PIN 22-05-CCLD (2022): Information And Resources Related To Monkeypox (MPX): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2022/CCLD/PIN-22-05-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 22-04-CCLD (2022): Announcing The COVID-19 Test To Treat Initiative: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2022/CCLD/PIN-22-04-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 22-03-CCLD (2022): Seasonal Reminder Of Water Safety Requirements And Measures: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2022/CCLD/PIN-22-03-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 22-20-CCP (2022): Resources and Requirements on Lead Testing in Child Care: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2022/CCP/PIN-22-20-CCP.pdf
- PIN 22-13-CCP (2022): Preventative Health and Safety Course Includes Prevention of Lead Exposure for New Applicants: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2022/CCP/PIN-22-13-CCP.pdf
- PIN 22-06-CCP (2022): Lead Testing in Child Care Centers – Frequently Asked Questions: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2022/CCP/PIN-22-06-CCP.pdf
- PIN 22-02-CCP (2022): Best Practices Related to the Provision of Incidental Medical Services in Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2022/CCP/PIN-22-02-CCP.pdf
- PIN 21-21-CCLD (2021): COVID-19 Safety Recommendations For The Upcoming Holiday Season: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCLD/PIN-21-21-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-20-CCLD (2021): Rescission Of Statewide Waivers For Licensing Requirements Related To Tuberculosis (TB) Testing And Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Vaccine: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCLD/PIN-21-20-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-17-CCLD (2021): The Governor's Proclamations Of A State Of Emergency Due To Fires In El Dorado, Trinity, Tehama, Shasta, Siskiyou, Nevada and Placer Counties: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCLD/PIN-21-17-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-16-CCLD (2021): Seasonal Reminder Of Water Safety Requirements And Measures: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCLD/PIN-21-16-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-15-CCLD (2021): Kidde TruSense Smoke & Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarms Recall: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCP/PIN-21-15-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-14-CCLD (2021): Notifying Licensees Using The Everbridge Emergency Notification System: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCLD/PIN-21-14-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-13-CCLD (2021): Preparing For And Responding To Long-Term Drought Conditions: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCLD/PIN-21-13-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-12-CCLD (2021): The Governor's Proclamation of a State of Emergency Due to the Dixie, Fly, and Tamarack Fires in Plumas, Butte, Lassen, and Alpine Counties.: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCLD/PIN-21-12-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-04-CCLD (2021): Federal Emergency Management Agency Funeral Assistance Program For COVID-19 Funeral Expenses: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCLD/PIN-21-04-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-03-CCLD (2021): Statewide Waivers For Licensing Requirements Related To Tuberculosis (TB) Testing And Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Vaccine: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCLD/PIN-21-03-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 21-19-CCP (2021): U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Fisher-Price Infant Equipment Recalls: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCP/PIN-21-19-CCP.pdf
- PIN 21-04-CCP (2021): Availability Of State And Federal Funding To Test Drinking Water For Lead Contamination In Child Care Centers And For Remediation (Correction) Of Lead Contamination: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2021/CCP/PIN-21-04-CCP.pdf
- PIN 20-29-CCLD (2020): Provider Infection Prevention Helpline: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCLD/PIN-20-29-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 20-27-CCLD (2020): Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Infection Control Guidance For Celebrations And Outings: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCLD/PIN%2020-27-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 20-23-CCLD (2020): Disaster Response Using the Everbridge Mass Notification System: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCLD/PIN%2020-23-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 20-21-CCLD (2020): The Governor's Proclamation of a State of Emergency Due to Extreme Weather and Fires: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCLD/PIN-20-21-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 20-17-CCLD (2020): Federal Relief Available to Licensees During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Emergency: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCLD/PIN-20-17-CCLD.pdf?ver=2020-07-31-145129-330
- PIN 20-16-CCLD (2020): Discontinuation of the Child Abuse Central Index for State Licensed Facilities (LIC 198A FORM): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCLD/PIN-20-16-CCLD.pdf?ver=2023-03-02-095629-430
- PIN 20-14-CCLD (2020): Guidance for Sanitizing Laundry and a Limited Waiver of Hot Water Temperature Limits in Care Facilities: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/Pins/2020/CCLD/PIN-20-14-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 20-13-CCLD (2020): Preparation for Extreme Heat, Public Safety Power Shutoffs, and Wildfire Emergencies: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/Pins/2020/CCLD/PIN-20-13-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 20-04-CCLD (2020): Governor's Proclamation of a State of Emergency to Address Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19): https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/PIN_20-04-CCLD_CoronavirusEO.pdf
- PIN 20-27-CCP (2020): Air Quality In Child Care Settings During Wildfires: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCP/PIN-20-27-CCP.pdf
- PIN 20-24-CCP (2020): Recently Approved Safe Sleep Regulations In Effect: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCP/PIN%2020-24-CCP.pdf
- PIN 20-17-CCP (2020): Food and Drug Administration Safety Notice Regarding Hand Sanitizers Containing Methanol: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCP/PIN%2020-17-CCP.pdf
- PIN 20-16-CCP (2020): Online Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training Now Available in Spanish: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCP/English%20PIN%2020-16-CCP%207.27.pdf
- PIN 20-12-CCP (2020): Written directives for lead testing in child care centers will be delayed due to COVID-19: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCP/PIN-20-12-CCP.pdf
- PIN 20-01-CCP (2020): Required Lead Testing for Drinking Water in Licensed Child Care Centers and the Provision of Lead Exposure Information to Parents and Guardians by All Licensed Child Care Facilities: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2020/CCP/PIN_20-01-CCP.pdf
- PIN 19-11-CCLD (2019): Governor's Proclamation of a State of Emergency Due to Extremely Dangerous Fire Weather Conditions: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/191031%20CA%20State%20Emergency%20%28Final%29_Accessible.pdf?ver=2019-10-31-093928-053
- PIN 19-10-CCLD (2019): Public Safety Power Shutoffs and Wildfire Emergencies: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/191025%20PIN%20Public%20Safety%20Power%20Shutoff_FINAL.pdf?ver=2019-10-25-164152-710
- PIN 19-08-CCLD (2019): Test the Everbridge Disaster Notification System for Licensees: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/Everbridge%20PIN%2019-08-CCLD_%207-26-2019.pdf
- PIN 19-07-CCLD (2019): Preparation for Extreme Heat, Public Safety Power Shutoffs and Wildfire Emergencies: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/PIN_19-07-CCLD.pdf?ver=2019-10-14-110712-897
- PIN 19-05-CCLD (2019): Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff For Southern California: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/PIN%2019-05-CCLD.pdf
- PIN 19-04-CCLD (2019): Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff for Northern California: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/190607%20PIN%20Shutting%20off%20Pwr%20for%20Safety_FINAL.pdf?ver=2019-06-07-165246-520
- PIN 19-18-CCP (2019): Emergency and Disaster Information: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCL/CCP-PINs/PIN-19-18-CCP.pdf?ver=2020-01-15-114819-650
- PIN 19-17-CCP (2019): CDSS Online Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training Changes: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCL/CCP-PINs/PIN%2019-17-CCP.pdf?ver=2019-12-16-095634-803
- PIN 19-16-CCP (2019): United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Urges Consumers Not to Use Inclined Infant Sleep Devices: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCL/CCP-PINs/PIN-19-16-CCP.pdf
- PIN 19-15-CCP (2019): Backup Generator Safety: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCL/CCP-PINs/PIN%2019-15-CCP.pdf?ver=2019-12-13-091726-073
- PIN 19-12-CCP (2019): U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission Infant Sleeper Recall: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/PIN%2019-12-CCP%20U.S.%20CONSUMER%20PRODUCT%20SAFETY%20COMMISSION%20INFANT%20SLEEPER%20RECALL.pdf?ver=2019-09-10-145847-027
- PIN 19-10-CCP (2019): U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Fisher-Price Infant Equipment Accessory Recall: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/PIN_19-10-CCP_U.S._CONSUMER_PRODUCT_SAFETY_COMMISSION_FISHER-PRICE_INFANT_EQUIPMENT_ACCESSORY_RECALL.pdf?ver=2019-07-11-105755-733
- PIN 19-09-CCP (2019): Head Lice Information for Child Care Providers: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/PIN_19-09-CCP_Head_Lice_Information.pdf?ver=2019-07-23-121231-603
- PIN 19-08-CCP (2019): California Department of Public Health (CDPH) New Pre-Kindergarten (Child Care) and School Immunization Requirements: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/PIN_19-08-CCP_New_Immunization_Requirements.pdf?ver=2019-06-11-135912-343
- PIN 19-07-CCP (2019): Free Indoor Radon Gas Test Kits: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/PIN_19-07-CCP_Free_Indoor_Radon_Testing.pdf?ver=2019-05-13-162409-550
- PIN 19-06-CCP (2019): U.S.Consumer Product Safety Commission Fisher-Price and Kids II Infant Equipment Recall: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/PIN_19-06-CCP_U.S._Consumer_Product_Safety_Commission_Fisher-Price_and_Kids_II_Infant_Equipment_Recall.pdf?ver=2019-05-13-155212-833
- PIN 19-03-CCP (2019): Shortage of Epinephrine Auto-Injectors: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/PIN_19-03-CCP_SHORTAGE_OF_EPINEPHRINE_AUTO-INJECTORS.pdf?ver=2019-03-13-132031-717
- PIN 19-02-CCP (2019): Safe Sleep Awareness Campaign: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/CCP%20PINs/Final%20Safe%20Sleep%20Campaign%20PIN%202.20.19.pdf?ver=2019-02-21-092218-297

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### Health and safety (9)
- 18 mo died in car seat - Search Videos (bing.com, Web page): https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=18+mo+died+in+car+seat&&view=detail&mid=980ED1DF999EDFF3CDB1980ED1DF999EDFF3CDB1&&FORM=VRDGAR. A Bing video search results page, not a single video, which CDSS labels "Car Seat Warning". [A search results page, not a single video]
- CDPH Home (California Department of Public Health, Web page): https://www.cdph.ca.gov/. The California Department of Public Health home page.
- Deaths at day cares often related to unsafe sleep (youtube.com, Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2p561vpWCVo. A video on deaths at child care programs linked to unsafe sleep; CDSS lists it as SIDS deaths in Michigan.
- How to Keep Sleeping Babies Safe; Facts About Sudden Infant Death (youtube.com, Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckNiAiR7eF4. A video on keeping sleeping babies safe and on sudden infant death; CDSS lists it as a San Diego County SIDS video.
- Lead Poisoning Facts (California Department of Social Services, PDF): https://cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/Additional-Resources/Forms-and-Brochures/2019/M-P/PUB515.pdf. A two-page flyer on lead poisoning: how it harms children, common sources of lead, and how to reduce lead in tap water.
- Mental Health and Wellness Resources (acf.gov, Web page): https://acf.hhs.gov/occ/toolkit/mental-health-and-wellness-resources. Labeled on the CDSS page as mental health and wellness resources. The link now redirects to an archive page that blocks automated checks, so we have not described it. [Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself; The address CDSS links now redirects somewhere else; This page blocks automated checks, so we could not confirm it today. Open it directly.]
- Office of School Health Hub (California Department of Public Health, Web page): https://schools.cdph.ca.gov/. CDPH's Office of School Health Hub; the schools.cdph.ca.gov address CDSS links now opens this page. [The address CDSS links now redirects somewhere else]
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Program (California Department of Public Health, Web page): https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CFH/DMCAH/SIDS/Pages/default.aspx. CDPH's Sudden Infant Death Syndrome program page, with links on safe sleep for babies and a SIDS parent support group.
- Vaccination Information (California Department of Social Services, Resource page): https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/child-care-licensing/resources-for-providers/vaccination-information. Links on immunization requirements for children in child care and on immunization reporting.

### Emergencies and disasters (51)
- AAP How to Support Your Child's Resilience in a Time of Crisis (American Academy of Pediatrics (HealthyChildren.org), Web page): https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Building-Resilience/Pages/How-to-Support-Your-Childs-Resilience-in-a-Time-of-Crisis.aspx. Labeled on the CDSS page as AAP advice on supporting a child's resilience in a crisis. The page was not found at this address when we checked. [Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself; This link did not work when we checked it.]
- Access affordable 7(a), 504, & microloans (U.S. Small Business Administration, Web page): https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans. The SBA's general business loan page (7(a), 504 and microloans). CDSS labels these links as disaster loans and as preparing for emergencies. [The CDSS label doesn't match where it goes; CDSS links this through an email security wrapper; we link the direct address]
- Air Quality Resource (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Web page): https://www.epa.gov/air-quality/air-quality-resources-educators-and-students. Labeled on the CDSS page as an EPA air quality resource. The page was not found at this address when we checked. [Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself; This link did not work when we checked it.]
- AirNow.gov (AirNow, Web page): https://www.airnow.gov/. The federal air quality site, including a fire and smoke map for checking wildfire smoke where you are.
- Be Disaster Ready, California – Listos California (Listos California, Web page): https://www.listoscalifornia.org/disaster-readiness. Listos California's tips for getting your family and neighbors ready before a disaster. [CDSS links this through an email security wrapper; we link the direct address]
- CalFire (fire.ca.gov, Web page): https://www.fire.ca.gov/. Labeled on the CDSS page as CalFire's statewide fire conditions and updates. This page blocks automated checks, so we have not described it; open it directly. [Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself; This page blocks automated checks, so we could not confirm it today. Open it directly.]
- CalHHS Emergency Resource Guide (California Health & Human Services, Web page): https://www.chhs.ca.gov/blog/2025/01/08/calhhs-emergency-resource-guide. California Health & Human Services' emergency resource guide, offered in several languages.
- CalHOPE (calhope.org, Web page): https://www.calhope.org/. Labeled on the CDSS page as CalHOPE. We could not read the page, so we have not described it. [Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself]
- CalHOPE Schools (calhope.org, Web page): https://calhopeschools.org/. Labeled on the CDSS page as the home of a free film, with classroom and home resources, on anxiety, coping and resilience. We could not read the page itself. [CDSS links this over http; we link the secure https address; Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself; The address CDSS links now redirects somewhere else]
- California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (California Governor's Office of Emergency Services, Web page): https://www.caloes.ca.gov/. The home page of Cal OES, California's emergency services office.
- California LifeLine Eligibility (California Public Utilities Commission, Web page): https://www.cpuc.ca.gov/consumer-support/financial-assistance-savings-and-discounts/lifeline/california-lifeline-eligibility. California LifeLine: discounted home phone or cell phone service for qualifying households.
- Children and Disaster Information (Federal Emergency Management Agency, Web page): https://www.fema.gov/children-and-disasters. Labeled on the CDSS page as FEMA information on children and disasters. This page blocks automated checks, so we have not described it; open it directly. [Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself; This page blocks automated checks, so we could not confirm it today. Open it directly.]
- Cleaning Up After A Fire (American Red Cross, Web page): https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/fire/cleaning-up-after-fire.html. American Red Cross tips for cleaning smoke and soot from a home and belongings after a fire.
- Coping with Trauma: A Collection of Resources (MAP) (California MAP (coordinated by WestEd, funded by CDSS), Web page): https://cainclusion.org/camap/resources-and-links/coping-with-trauma-a-collection-of-resources. California MAP's collection of resources on helping young children cope with trauma.
- Direct Relief (Direct Relief, Web page): https://www.directrelief.org/. A charity that supplies medicine and medical resources to doctors and nurses in the U.S. and abroad.
- Disaster Distress Helpline (SAMHSA, Web page): https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/disaster-distress-helpline. A federal helpline for immediate crisis counseling after a disaster.
- Disaster Help Center (California Department of Social Services, Resource page): https://cdss.ca.gov/Disaster-Help-Center. CDSS's page of public assistance and services for people affected by wildfires and other disasters.
- Disaster Relief in America | Save The Children (Save the Children, Web page): https://www.savethechildren.org/us/what-we-do/disaster-relief-in-america. Save the Children's disaster relief work for children and families in the U.S.
- Disaster Unemployment Assistance (Employment Development Department, Web page): https://edd.ca.gov/en/unemployment/Disaster_Unemployment_Assistance. EDD benefits if a disaster costs you work, including Disaster Unemployment Assistance for self-employed people after a federal disaster declaration.
- DisasterAssistance.gov (disasterassistance.gov, Web page): https://www.disasterassistance.gov/. The federal site for applying for disaster assistance and checking the status of an application. [CDSS links this through an email security wrapper; we link the direct address]
- Emergency Waivers (California Department of Social Services, Resource page): https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/child-care-licensing/disaster-resources/emergency-waivers. How a Governor's emergency proclamation lets CDSS waive some licensing rules in the affected counties, with the waivers granted for each emergency.
- Evacuation | Ready.gov (Ready.gov, Web page): https://www.ready.gov/evacuating-yourself-and-your-family. Ready.gov's guidance on planning how to evacuate safely.
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) (Federal Emergency Management Agency, Web page): https://www.fema.gov/. Labeled on the CDSS page as FEMA's website. This page blocks automated checks, so we have not described it; open it directly. [Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself; This page blocks automated checks, so we could not confirm it today. Open it directly.]
- Food Pantries (foodpantries.org, Web page): https://foodpantries.org/. A private national directory of food pantries, soup kitchens and food banks; it is not a government site.
- HBCC Emergency Fund for Severe Weather & National Disaster Response (Home Grown, Web page): https://homegrownchildcare.org/hbccemergencyfundforsevereweather. An emergency fund for home-based child care providers affected by disasters and severe weather.
- Helping Your Child Cope After a Disaster (Office of Head Start, Web page): https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/publication/helping-your-child-cope-after-disaster. Head Start guidance for families on helping a child cope after a disaster. [The address CDSS links now redirects somewhere else]
- Housing Assistance | California Statewide Wildfire Recovery Resources (California Governor's Office of Emergency Services, Web page): https://wildfirerecovery.caloes.ca.gov/general-info/housing-assistance. California's statewide wildfire recovery site: housing help after a fire, for renters and homeowners. [CDSS links this through an email security wrapper; we link the direct address]
- How to Clean Up Smoke and Soot from a Fire (Los Angeles County Public Health, PDF): https://ph.lacounty.gov/eh/docs/safety/how-to-clean-up-smoke-soot-from-fire-en.pdf. A Los Angeles County public health fact sheet on cleaning smoke and soot from rooms and belongings after a fire. [CDSS links this over http; we link the secure https address]
- How to Talk With Kids About Tragedies & Other Traumatic News Events (American Academy of Pediatrics (HealthyChildren.org), Web page): https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/Talking-To-Children-About-Tragedies-and-Other-News-Events.aspx. American Academy of Pediatrics advice on talking with children about tragedies and frightening news.
- Hurricanes & Floods: Taking Care of Your Children and Yourself (American Academy of Pediatrics (HealthyChildren.org), Web page): https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Pages/Responding-to-Childrens-Emotional-Needs-During-Times-of-Crisis.aspx. American Academy of Pediatrics advice for families after hurricanes and floods. CDSS labels the link as responding to children's emotional needs in a crisis. [The CDSS label doesn't match where it goes]
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (California Department of Community Services and Development, Web page): https://www.csd.ca.gov/pages/liheapprogram.aspx. LIHEAP helps eligible low-income households pay for home heating and cooling.
- PIN 19-10-CCLD: Public Safety Power Shutoffs and Wildfire Emergencies (California Department of Social Services, PDF): https://cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/191025%20PIN%20Public%20Safety%20Power%20Shutoff_FINAL.pdf. A 2019 CDSS notice to all licensed providers about planned power shutoffs and wildfire emergencies. [Older document; Also on this site: https://childcare.support/pins/#19-10-CCLD]
- PIN 23-13-CCLD: Preparation for Extreme Heat, Public Safety Power Shutoffs, and Wildfire Emergencies (California Department of Social Services, PDF): https://cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2023/CCLD/PIN-23-13-CCLD.pdf. A 2023 CDSS notice on preparing for extreme heat, power shutoffs and wildfires. [Older document; CDSS links this through an email security wrapper; we link the direct address; Also on this site: https://childcare.support/pins/#23-13-CCLD]
- PIN 25-01-CCLD: Winter Storm Preparedness (California Department of Social Services, PDF): https://cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/CCLD/PINs/2025/CCLD/PIN-25-01-CCLD.pdf. A CDSS notice on preparing for winter storms, flooding and post-fire debris flows that can disrupt a licensed facility. [Also on this site: https://childcare.support/pins/#25-01-CCLD]
- Protecting Your Health from Wildfire Smoke & Ash (California Department of Public Health, PDF): https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/CDPH%20Document%20Library/Toolkits/wildfire-smoke-ash-fact-sheet.pdf. A CDPH fact sheet on the health risks of wildfire smoke and ash, and how to protect yourself.
- Public Safety Power Shutoffs – Resource Guide (California Health & Human Services, Web page): https://www.chhs.ca.gov/blog/2019/10/25/public-safety-power-shutoffs-resource-guide. California Health & Human Services' guide to resources during planned power shutoffs. [Older document]
- Recover | Outsmart Disaster (California Office of the Small Business Advocate, Web page): https://outsmartdisaster.calosba.ca.gov/disaster-resources. California's small business guide to recovering from wildfires, floods and other declared disasters.
- Reduce Exposure to Ash When Returning Home After a Wildfire (California Department of Public Health, PDF): https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DEODC/CDPH%20Document%20Library/Wildfire%20Ash%20Fact%20Sheet_V3_001.pdf. A CDPH fact sheet on protecting your family from wildfire ash, even if your home did not burn.
- Returning to a Child Care Facility After a Wildfire (Los Angeles County, PDF): https://childcare.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Returning-to-a-Child-Care-Facility-After-a-Wildfire-1-24-25.pdf. Los Angeles County guidance on returning safely to a child care site after a wildfire, including ash, soot and dust.
- Safe Cleanup of Ash (California Department of Public Health, Web page): https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/Pages/Wildfire%20Pages/Safe-Cleanup-of-Ash.aspx. CDPH guidance on cleaning up wildfire ash safely.
- SAVE | California Fire Foundation (California Fire Foundation, Web page): https://www.cafirefoundation.org/what-we-do/for-communities/save. A $250 cash card that participating fire agencies give eligible households right after a fire or other disaster.
- U.S. Small Business Administration (U.S. Small Business Administration, Web page): https://www.sba.gov/. The U.S. Small Business Administration, including low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters and businesses.
- Wildfire facts (drive.google.com, Web page): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i1GMn9pTa-twtDriSVItxC0uFkqo-XNr/view. Labeled on the CDSS page as wildfire facts. It opens a file on Google Drive that we could not read, so we have not described it. [Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself; CDSS links this through an email security wrapper; we link the direct address]
- Wildfire Recovery Resources for Homeowners (CalRecycle, Web page): https://calrecycle.ca.gov/disaster/wildfires/homeowners. CalRecycle's information for homeowners on wildfire debris cleanup and recovery.
- Wildfire Resources (The National Child Traumatic Stress Network, Web page): https://www.nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/trauma-types/disasters/wildfire-resources. The National Child Traumatic Stress Network's collection of wildfire resources for children and families.
- Wildfire smoke and children (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Web page): https://www.cdc.gov/wildfires/risk-factors/wildfire-smoke-and-children.html. Labeled on the CDSS page as information on wildfire smoke and children; it opens a CDC page that blocks automated checks, so we have not described it further. [Described from its label on the CDSS page, not from the destination itself; CDSS links this through an email security wrapper; we link the direct address; This page blocks automated checks, so we could not confirm it today. Open it directly.]
- Wildfires & Mental Health (California Department of Public Health, Web page): https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/Pages/Wildfire%20Pages/Wildfires--Mental-Health.aspx. CDPH's page on mental health and emotional well-being during and after wildfires.
- Wildfires and Children's Health Resources (ptfcehs.niehs.nih.gov, Web page): https://ptfcehs.niehs.nih.gov/features/featured-resource/wildfires-and-childrens-health-resources. Federal resources on how wildfires and smoke affect children's health, and what families and communities can do.
- Wildfires Fact Sheet (California Childcare Health Program (UCSF), Web page): https://cchp.ucsf.edu/resources/wildfires-fact-sheet. A two-page fact sheet on wildfires and children's health: how to prepare, and what to do during and after a wildfire.
- Wildfires | Ready.gov (Ready.gov, Web page): https://www.ready.gov/wildfires. Ready.gov's federal guidance on wildfires.
- Wildfires: Taking Care of Your Children & Yourself (American Academy of Pediatrics (HealthyChildren.org), Web page): https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/Pages/Wildfires-Information-for-Parents.aspx. American Academy of Pediatrics advice for families on caring for children, and themselves, during and after wildfires.

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