Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On
5/2/25 at 9:50am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jeanine Lipsey conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection for capacity increase and was met by Licensee Alexander Libo, Julia was not present. The adult resident was present. An Entrance checklist was provided. LPA observed 4 children in care being supervised by 2 staff. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Sunday 8am to 7:57am. (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance was observed in the children\342\200\231s files.
LPA observed the following required postings: License, PUB 394 Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights Poster, and LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist. LPA advised all LIC9213 Notice of Site Visits shall be posted for 30 days after each site visit. LPA advised, any licensing report documenting a Type A citation must be posted for 30 days. LPA advised LIC610A Emergency Disaster Plan, and a disaster/fire drill log shall be available to view with disaster drills completed at lease every six months. The last disaster drills were conducted on 4/22/25.
The home was toured with the Applicant for a health and safety inspection. The current facility sketch was reviewed, and LPA confirmed that home consists of the following: living room, kitchen/dining room, sun room (enclosed patio), 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, attached garage (accessible through the backyard) and fenced backyard. The areas that are accessible to children: are the living room, sun room (enclosed patio), bedroom #1, bedroom #2, bathroom #1, and the left side of the backyard for outdoor activities. The isolation area will be located in bedroom #2.
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LPA did not observe any poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medication during the inspection. Hazardous items were made inaccessible to children. Per applicant, there are no firearms, weapons. LPA observed the home to be free from defects or conditions which may endanger the children. Safety locks were installed for the off-limit cabinets and drawers. Off limit areas weas made off limit by locked door on the bedroom and a sliding pocket door for the kitchen.
LPA Lipsey observed a working carbon monoxide/smoke detector in the bedroom and living room, LPA was able to hear a successful test. Fire extinguisher 3A-40 BC was observed and located in the kitchen and was purchased on 4/15/25. Electrical outlets were observed to be inaccessible to children in care with installed child proof outlets. The home was observed to be clean and orderly with heating and ventilation. LPA observed safe toys, play equipment, and materials. LPA verified the home has a working cell service.
LPA observed the outdoor area to be fenced and free from hazards LPA observed toys in good repair. Licensee ensures that children in care are always supervised. The backyard has a small pond on the right side of the yard that is fenced in, and in compliance with Title 22 Regulations as it has a five foot ,8 inch fence with a gate that swings away from the pond and has a self-latching device six inches from the top of the fence. There are no other bodies of water on the premises. LPA took photos to document in the file.
Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunizations Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). One child was missing immunizations.
Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Licensee\342\200\231s pediatric CPR/First Aid was completed on 11/15/23 Mandated Reporter Training Completed on 10/15/23. 1 Staff was missing t-dap immunization and 4 of 5 staff was missing the flu declination.
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On this date, 10/17/23 the California Attorney General - Megan's Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ.
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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
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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\302\255resources/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
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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 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department.
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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/
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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.
During the exit interview, the Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
Based on LPA's observations, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children's health & safety.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Alexander Libo. A notice of site visit was given and advised Licensee that it must remain posted for 30 days.
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