Routine inspection·April 14, 2025

On 04/15/2025 at 10:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Julieta Abrego conducted an unannounced Change of Capacity and Annual Required Inspection and met with Licensee Lucina Olguin. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. There were four (4) children and one (1) staff present in the facility during this inspection. The licensee accompanied LPA inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The off-limits areas are inaccessible using door locks, safety gates and doorknob covers. Per the licensee the operating hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. On 04/01/2025, Licensee submitted an application (LIC 279) requesting a capacity increase. The Fire Safety Inspection Request (STD 850) was approved by the local fire marshal on 04/07/2025 for fourteen (14) children. The Licensee has provided proof of control of property. The licensee owns the home and can operate with a maximum capacity of 14 children. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met the requirements. All hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The licensee has toys, play equipment, and materials available. The licensee uses the backyard for outdoor activities and is properly fenced. No bodies of water were observed on the premises during the inspection. The licensee stated she does not have weapons or firearms in the home. Licensee\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 10/2025. The licensee has required immunizations. Mandated Reporter Training expires on 07/2025. The facility roster is maintained and reviewed. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s files. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 03/12/2025. 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. 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm LPA discussed the 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 as an additional resource. 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. There is one play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the play yard. Play yards are free from all loose articles and objects. The licensee physically checks on sleeping infants every 15 minutes and documents. There is an Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20)] for each infant up to 12 months of age and is available to the Department for review. The licensee places infants up to 12 months of age on their backs for sleeping. LPA discussed the following: Reporting suspected child abuse & neglect, maintaining children\342\200\231s records according to regulation, and post required forms. The licensee was reminded corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, jumpers, and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare. During the exit interview, the licensee Lucina Olguin, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. LPA provided the California Megan's Law website: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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 . In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. The Licensee and LPA reviewed the Ratio/Capacity Worksheet for a large family childcare home. The Licensee acknowledged that if no assistant provider is present at a Large Family Child Care Home, then the Licensee shall comply with the capacity requirements for a Small Family Child Care Home. Licensee has submitted the proper documentation for two (2) assistants and have already completed the background clearance prior to their initial presence in a Family Child Care home. The helpers have current pediatric 1 st Aide/CPR card, Mandated Reporter Training completion certificate, documentation of their necessary vaccinations and medical clearance. Licensee acknowledges that their assistant's records will be maintained in the daycare for review by the Department. In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were observed. Licensure for a capacity of fourteen (14) children is approved effective today 04/15/2025. A new license will be generated and mailed to the provider. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the licensee Lucina Olguin. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. No deficiencies were cited.