Routine inspection·September 19, 2025

On Friday, September 19, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with licensee Julia Hensch. The purpose of the visit was to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the facility. Upon arrival, LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the licensee. LPA and licensee toured the facility. LPA observed three preschool-aged children present with licensee providing care and supervision. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Physical Plant/Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: This is a one-story family home. The home consists of a kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, three bathrooms, laundry room, and attached garage. The children\342\200\231s area is primarily in the family room, towards the back of the home. The off-limits area is the living room closest to the main entrance door, made inaccessible with a child safety gate, two bedrooms, and bathroom #2 and #3, laundry room, and attached garage. LPA inspected the indoor/children\342\200\231s area for safety, cleanliness and good repair. Per LPA observation, there is no fireplace on premises. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and play equipment, a working smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. Fire extinguisher is fully green. There is a designated area for the ill children as necessary. Bathroom: The childcare bathroom (located on the left side between the childcare area and kitchen) was observed to be in safe and operating condition. Toilet and faucet are in good operable condition. LPA reminded licensee to keep shampoos, mouthwash, razors, toothpaste, and other hazardous items inaccessible to children. Kitchen: LPA inspected the kitchen for safety, sanitation, and good repair. Per LPA observation, knives and sharp items are stored in high kitchen cabinet made inaccessible to children. Licensee participates in the Food Nutrition Program and provides all meals as needed during operational hours. LPA reminded Licensee, if food is brought from the child\342\200\231s home, the container shall be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Outdoor/Children\342\200\231s Play Area/Pool: Children utilize the back yard for outdoor play. The backyard is enclosed. LPA inspected for safety, cleanliness, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, and shady areas. LPA observed an in-ground swimming pool in backyard of facility. LPA observed a 24 inch US Coast Guard approved life ring and 16 foot rescue pole hung on the left side from back door. Per observation and interview, pool cover was observed at time of inspection. Licensee provided proof of pool cover meeting ASTM standards and proof the pool cover can withstand the weight of an adult to LPA Cha via email. LPA did not observe a fence enclosing the pool. Per licensee statement, licensee met with pool fence specialist on 09/17/2025, and received a quote on installing a fence. Licensee also provided a completed Pool Inspection Log. LPA informed licensee that fence must be installed in addition to the pool cover observed. Fence must ensure that pool is completely enclosed and that there are no doors, windows, or other openings accessible to the pool. A Type B citation issued. See 809-D. LPA informed licensee that once fence is installed, there shall be no climbable structures left near the fence, that can serve as a handhold or foothold for children to climb. Licensee agrees that fencing shall remain in place as long as licensed child care is provided. Other: First aid kit on premises (located in top shelf in childcare area). Per Licensee, there is no smoking in the home. Last disaster drill conducted on 08/2025. Electrical outlets made inaccessible. There is a working telephone (cell phone). Poisons and cleaning products made inaccessible to children (stored in off-limits laundry room). Per licensee, there are no weapons/firearms on the premises. File Review: LPA reviewed one child file which included all required documentation. LPA reviewed licensee\342\200\231s file which included all required documentation. Licensee Pediatric CPR/FA expires on 09/2027. Licensee Mandated Reporter training expires on 11/2025. Postings: Notice of Parent's Rights Poster (PUB 394), Facility License (LIC 203) Documents Provided: Entrance Checklist 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 . 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. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. The Licensee shall permit the Department to inspect the family childcare home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of family child care laws or regulations. Also, to enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. Licensee advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report (LIC624B) when submitting a report to the department at: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov . 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 (7) days following the occurrence of any events specified above. LPA discussed safe sleep regulations and the Child Care Licensing 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 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. 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 Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . 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, licensee Julia Hensch confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders residing in the facility. During this inspection, one Type B citation issued. See 809-D. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Julia Hensch, along with Appeal Rights.