Routine inspection·June 2, 2025

On 6/2/2025, at 1:15pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Vicky Williamson conducted an unannounced annual random inspection. LPA met with Licensee, Carolina Gaxiola-Gastelum and disclosed the purpose of the inspection. There were eight (8) napping daycare children present with one (1) infant who was awake. Also present was Licensee’s Assistant, Evelyn Rivera. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 5:00am – 4:00pm. During the inspection, LPA’s review of the Guardian Employee Roster determined that Evelyn Rivera does not have a criminal record clearance. Per Licensee, Evelyn Rivera has been employed at the daycare since 5/16/2025. At 1:30pm, Licensee’s Assistant Evelyn Rivera left the daycare home and Licensee’s Assistant, Claudia Espinoza arrived at the daycare home. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPA accompanied by licensee toured the inside and outside of the home. This is a single story, four (4) bedroom, two (2) bathroom apartment. The following areas are used for daycare: living room, dining room, bedroom 4, bathroom 2 and the patio. The off-limit areas include bedroom 1 (master bedroom), bedroom 2, bedroom 3, bathroom 1 (inside of master bedroom) and the kitchen. Off limit areas are made accessible by use of safety gates, and door safety locks. See LIC 809C Continuation... Licensee utilizes the front fenced patio for outdoor activities for the children. Licensee was reminded that there must always be direct supervision of the children while outdoors. Licensee stated that she understood. LPA advised the Licensee that prior to making alterations or additions to the home or grounds, the Licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed change. The home is clean, orderly and has adequate ventilation. Licensee has children's toys, play equipment and books available. Licensee has a working cell phone. All poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other hazardous items in the home are made inaccessible to children through latches, locks, and/or placed on high surfaces. The fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors meet requirements and are operational. Licensee stated there is a community swimming pool on the premises. LPA observed an in- ground swimming pool, with 5 ft fencing, a gate that swings away from the pool, is self-closing and self-latching. Licensee stated that a key is used to enter the gate. Licensee stated there are no firearms, other weapons, or ammunition in the home. Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification for licensee is valid through 2/18/2026. Licensee's Assistant, Claudia Espinoza completed Basic Life Support certification instead of Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification. Licensee and assistant have required immunization records on file. Mandated Reporter training certification for licensee was completed on 2/18/2024 and for assistant 8/8/2024. LPA informed licensee to ensure that Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification and mandated reporter training is completed once every two years. LPA observed the required documents posted. A sample of children’s files were reviewed and were determined to be complete. Safe Sleep Logs documenting 15-minute sleep checks for Child 1 (C1) were not current; last date documented was 3/3/2025. During the time of inspection, LPA observed a play yard blocking the sliding door that exits to the patio used for outdoor play. The last fire and disaster drill was conducted and documented on 5/19/2025. Incidental Medical Services (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 . LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep LPA reviewed PIN 20-24-CCP regarding Safe Sleep with licensee. Licensees stated that she understood. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. LPA and licensee discussed and reviewed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, form LIC 311D, maintaining children’s records according to regulation, posting required forms. Licensee is reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare. Licensee was also provided information regarding SIDS, Lead Exposure and Shaken Baby Syndrome. LPA discussed and provided Licensee with the following: childcare advocates email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Please visit the Guardian web page and set-up your Guardian account. https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian . If you have any questions regarding Guardian, please contact CDSS at email: guardian@dss.ca.gov . Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. See LIC 809C Continuation... To receive important licensed - related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . Licensee completed the Health and Safety Issues Family Child Care Regulation 102417 form during time of inspection. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809D. Two Technical violations were issued. Based on interviews and record review, one (1) Type A deficiency of California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, is being cited on the attached LIC 809D. A $500 Civil Penalty was issued. LPA informed Carolina Gaxiola-Gastelum that this report dated 6/2/2025 documents one (1) Type A citation, which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA informed Licensee, Carolina Gaxiola-Gastelum to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 6/2/2025 that documents a Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. LPA provided Licensee, Carolina Gaxiola-Gastelum with form LIC 9224. See LIC 809C Continuation... During the exit interview, the Licensee, Carolina Gaxiola-Gastelum confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given to Licensee, Carolina Gaxiola-Gastelum and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. LPA observed LIC 9213 was posted. Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was provided. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Licensee, Carolina Gaxiola-Gastelum