Routine inspection·March 26, 2025

On 03/36/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Staicy Perry unannounced Annual inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Licensee Marie Salas whom the reason for the visit was explained. Per Marie, there are 6 children currently enrolled. There were 6 children present upon arrival. Facility capacity is in compliance for a Large Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm. Due to the total of enrolled children facility is operating as a small FCCH. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, breakfast nook, dining room, living room, (FIREPLACE: inaccessible with screen), garage front and backyard (fenced). The children use the bathroom, living room, dining room, one bedroom, breakfast nook front and backyard for play. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: licensee's bedroom, backyard and detached garage. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted on the wall next to the entrance. A current children’s roster was available for review. There is telephone via cell phone and landline that remains at the facility at all times. Parents enter through the gated front entrance and to get to the main entrance door, where licensee greets, the children and parents. During this visit, all areas identified that are accessible for children to use were inspected for the safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Licensee guided LPA on the tour of the home. Areas accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for safety and comfort. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available for children. LPA observed AC and Heating. The bathroom was reviewed, LPA did not observe anything that can pose danger to the children in care. The kitchen was observed go be clean, organized. Knifes were seen to be placed made inaccessible to the children. The dining and living room area was observed to be clean and orderly. LPA observed to have a couch and plenty of age-appropriate toys for the children to use. Licensee does have 1 fish in a tank that is made inaccessible to the children. The bedroom is used as an isolation area for an ill child until an authorized representative arrives to pick up the child. All equipment meets the US Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards. Infant Care : Per Licensee, she has infants in care. LPA reviewed Safe sleep regulations / documents, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months were reviewed and on file for the department. LPA observed and inspected sleeping equipment for infants. LPA was informed by licensee that play pins are used for infants in care. LPA observed that play pins do not hinder the entrance or exit to and from the space they are sleeping in. LPA observed that crib is free from loose articles and objects. There are no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. Mattresses were observed to be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate to the mattress size. Each infant has their individual bedding and is washed weekly as required by parents. Soiled bedding is replaced when wet or soiled and is placed in an area inaccessible to infants. Licensee was advised that infants shall not be swaddled while in care and all infants up to 12 months should be placed on their back for sleeping. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, there are no poisons in the home. LPA advised that any poisons should be locked under key or combination lock. Licensee states that are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and LPAs observed receipt proof of service date was 5/2024. Which indicates it is fully charged and in green. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable and were observed to be in the living room and hallway of the home. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 1/10/25. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are first aid supplies available and emergency supplies available. LPA observed to have a first aid kit available. Per licensees, food is provided by licensee. License was advised that if food is brought from the children’s homes, all containers must be labeled with child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee provides Breakfast, snack and lunch and PM snack. Licensee does not transport children. LPA toured the outdoor play area and inspected its safety and condition. The licensee uses the front yard for outside play. LPA observed perimeter fencing which is free of miscellaneous debris/hazards. All trees, shrubs and plants are maintained. Outdoor play yard was observed to have toys for the children to play. LPA observed plants that are not poisons and or sharp to the touch. Per licensee the go outside when weather permits. Licensees’ records were reviewed. The licensee Marie has completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 8/18/25.LPA did observe that Licensees to have proof of Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file for the department to review. www.mandatedreporterca.com . Licensee training expire in 2/1/26 and Licenses assistant training expires 4/6/2026. LPA observed children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information, and were observed to be complete. LPA created an LIC 811, Children’s Record Review, and LIC 811, confidential names which documents persons living in the home and children’s files reviewed during this inspection. Per licensees, there are no pets on the premises. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensees, no one smokes in the home. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family childcare facility. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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 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 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. LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at www.ccld.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 During the exit interview, Marie Salas confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility. Currently, the licensee, Maria Salas is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal rights were discussed and provided. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.