Routine inspection·May 21, 2026

On Thursday, May 21, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Isabel Ortega conducted an unannounced Annual Random inspection. Upon arrival, the LPA met with licensee, Oseguera who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Family members residing in the home have been background cleared and associated to the facility number.. Per the Licensee, hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 4:30 am to 5pm and Saturday is available depending on family's need. Upon arrival, LPA did not observe any children in care. This is a two-story home with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Per licensee, care is provided primarily in the bedroom #1 (Playroom),dining area and partial of the backyard enclosed. Children use the bathroom by the hallway to the left from the main entrance of the home. The bathroom was clean, sanitized, and in good repair. The bathroom was toured and inspected sink and toilet which is in operable condition. The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents/cleaning compounds, medication and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children. LPA observed age appropriate safe toys and napping equipment on the premises. LPA observed cots, mats, playpen and a crib for napping. There is a above pool on the premises. The gate is self latching. LPA observed a double fence with second chain fence higher than 5 feet a lower black iron gate encloses the children's designated out door play. Per licensee, area for ill/sick is near the main entrance of the home.. Children nap in bedroom #1 open area (day care activity room). LPA observed the pool to be out of service and no water was observed in the pool. (declaration statement on file. According to licensee the pool is not under repair until further notice. Technical violation was issued for not following new regulations regarding pools- 17 inch Life ring approved by the coast Guard, 12 feet fixed pole with hook, and water sensor alarm. Kitchen/Dining Room: The kitchen has a physical barrier. Sharp items are located in an upper cabinet with a safety latch. Per licensee, she currently is participating in the Food Nutrition program. Meals offered: Breakfast, Morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack. Backyard/Outdoor areas: The backyard is fenced in with cement block. The outdoor play area was inspected and was observed to be free of hazards, lose or sharp parts and tools. LPA observed appropriate and safe toys in the play area. There is an above ground pool that is barricaded with a chain linked fence that is over 5 feet high with a self-closing, self-latching gate. Off-limits : Per licensee, the off-limit areas of the home include the 4 bedrooms and one bathroom. The backyard is divided. There is an iron gate that encloses the area used for day care children. Stairs: The stairs that give access to the second floor of the facility were properly barricaded with a child safety gate. Fireplace : The fireplace is located in the living room and was observed to be properly barricaded. Care and Supervision: Licensee is within the ratio for a large facility. The Licensee was reminded that supervision is always required for children in care. Fire/Health/Safety: There is a cell phone kept charged and with Licensee at all times. Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide were observed to be in operable conditions(tested at 2:30 p.m.. The First Aid kit was observed to be complete with supplies including thermometer, tweezers, scissors, gauze, bandages, cleansing pad/solution, and a first aid manual. LPA observed a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) reading in green, LPA observed a Costco receipt dated 7/22/2025. Per licensee, she currently offers transportation, LPA observed insurance to be current and driver's license valid.. Medications/ Hazardous Materials: Medications are stored in an upper cabinet, in the kitchen, secured with a child safety gate and a safety latch. Cleaning compounds are stored in a lower cabinet in the kitchen, secured with a safety latch. According to licensee there are no firearms in the home. LPA did not observe any weapons nor guns in the home during annual inspection. Inspection was conducted in Spanish, LPA is certified bilingual by the department. Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee Oseguera was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Licensee was reminded of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within 24 hours of incident by telephone and in writing within 7 days of incident to the department. Applicant was informed all suspected Child Abuse should be reported to the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. The above incident should be reported on the form LIC624B per the regulation. The form should be email to unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov Mandated reporter training certificate is dated 12/31/2025. Licensee was reminded Mandated Reporter certificate will be expiring December 2027. Licensee's and Assistants Pediatric First Aid/CPR EMSA approved (red and green stickers observed on back of the card)is dated 3/30/2026 and does not expire until March 2028. Last emergency drill documented was on April 2026 at 9:46 a.m. The following were discussed: No smoking, infant walkers, Johnny jumpers, exersaucers and any other item that falls into that category are permitted in the facility. The LPA also discussed earthquake safety and necessity of drills, required forms for children’s files, facility files and posting requirements and penalty. The licensee is aware all adults living in or having access to the home are required to have fingerprint clearances with Department of Justice, FBI and Child Abuse Index prior to having contact with children. If the aforementioned is not adhered to, a Civil Penalty of up to $500, per non-cleared adult will be assessed immediately. Please advise your CCL Analyst of any person who will be visiting regularly or for longer than one week. The Licensee was reminded to report Unusual Incidents. A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. Licensee was informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report form LIC624B when submitting the report to the department. The following was also discussed with the licensee: 1. The following items are zero tolerance by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both 2. Pediatric First Aid and CPR: American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) approved in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be present. Certification must be renewed every two years. 3. Licensee was informed that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com 4. In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present, supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current Pediatric first aid/ CPR-adult-child- infant certification (EMSA approved), a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license, immunization's (MMR, TDAP, TB and Influenza or Influenza declination), AB 1207 Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Certificate. 5. A current roster of children enrolled must be available and maintained for a period of 3 years, even after children are no longer attending the facility. 6. Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the license shall be evaluated for termination. 7. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. 8. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home. 9. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing (refer to LIC 624B). 10. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department. 11. Smoking is prohibited in the family childcare home. 12. Children and staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and be available for review by the Department. 13. Immunization Requirement: H&S 1597.622: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. The licensee and all adults working with children have proof of immunization. 14. Inspection Authority: All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Department’s right to inspection the home, which includes, but is not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation. 15. The facility license number must be on all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients. 16. Isolation for children: When a child is ill, he/she shall be separated from other children (reference 102417(e) Operation of a Family Childcare Home). 17. Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. 18. Dog(s) and/or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care. 19. No baby bouncers, no infant walkers, no Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, and any other item that falls into this category is not permitted in the facility. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process . Safe Sleep regulations (under 24 months) were discussed with Licensee and referred to the CCL web site for additional information and PINS. Infants under 2 years of age shall have the 15-minute checks logs completed during nap time. All infants under one year of age shall have the LIC9227 sleep plan completed by parent until infant master’s developmental stage of rolling over on their own. Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensees 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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 Childcare Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . MyChildCarePlan.org- Family Childcare Homes 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. Megan’s Law - Family Childcare Homes During the exit interview , according to licensee there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Childcare Advocates: To sign up for our Quarterly Updates please email the Childcare Advocates at chilcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov & (916) 654-154. The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot line at 1-800-540-4000. The facility is complying with Title 22 regulations no citations were issued today. Technical violation were given for bodies of water regulations- LPA observed the over ground pool with no water and under repairs. According to licensee the lining is damaged due to the weather and repairs are being negotiated. Licensee submitted a statement and agreed to inform Palmdale Regional office for update. Heath and safety code: 1596.814(a)(2)(B) A rescue pole with a body hook and (ii) (I) An alarm that, when placed in a swimming pool, will sound upon detecting an entrance into the water. 1596.814(a)(1)(B)(ii)(I) The alarm shall be turned on and be in working condition during a facility’s operating hours while the swimming pool is not in use, and a minimum fixed length of 12 feet, 1596.814(a)(2)(A) (A) A life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches and labeled as approved by the United States Coast Guard. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this Report, a Notice of Site visit and Appeal rights were provided and discussed. All licensing reports are recommended to keep for 3 years, and the Notice of Site visit is to be posted visible to parents for 30 days.