Routine inspection·May 28, 2025

On May 28, 2025 at 3:30PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luigi Gargaro, conducted an unannounced annual required inspection and met with the licensee, Denisse Morales. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. Three (3) children and Ms. Morales were present in the facility during this inspection. This facility is a two floor, four bedroom, four bathroom house. Licensee accompanied LPA inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The following areas used for child care are: the living room, the dining area and the first bathroom all located on the first floor of the home. Off limits areas are the first floor located kitchen, bedroom and garage. The kitchen is inaccessible with secured child safety gates that are installed at both entry ways while the bedroom and garage are inaccessible with door knob covers that are installed on their respective door handles. The entire second floor of the home is also off limits and is made that way with a secured, installed safety gate located at the bottom of the home staircase. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. All hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. The home has a fenced backyard available for outdoor activities. No bodies of water observed on the premises during the inspection. 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 criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Licensee\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire in July of 2025. Licensee has required immunizations. Licensee completed Mandated Reporter Training on 01/17/24. Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 04/10/25. There is one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. Cribs or play yards are free from all loose articles and objects. The provider physically checks on sleeping infants every 15 minutes. An Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20)] is maintained for each infant up to 12 months of age. The provider places infants up to 12 months of age on their backs for sleeping. LPA provided and discussed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children\342\200\231s 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 daycare. 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 . LPA discussed and provided Licensee with the following: child care 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. Unusual Incident Reports may be e-mailed to: SDIncidentReports@dss.ca.gov. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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 also applied for a capacity increase on 04/01/25. The home appears to be large enough to comfortably accommodate 14 children. Fire clearance was received on 04/15/25 from the Imperial County Fire Department. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit and a license for 14 will be issued to the licensee. An exit interview was conducted with the licensee, Denisse Morales. The licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 12/15) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. A notice of site visit was provided by the LPA and must remain posted for 30 days.