Routine inspection·October 31, 2025

On Friday, October 31, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with licensee Luz Prado. 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. During the inspection, LPA observed zero children in care. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays from 7:00am-6:00pm. Physical Plant/Indoor/Childcare Area: This is a two-story family home with an attached garage. There is a living room, dining room, kitchen, four bedrooms, two restrooms, an underground pool, and a back yard. Main care is provided in the living room referred to as the childcare area. Licensee provides children with mats and playpens for infants when children are napping. The off-limit areas are the four bedrooms, one restroom, the entire second floor (LPA observed a child safety gate at the bottom of the stairs), and the attached garage (maintained key locked) Childcare Bathroom: The childcare bathroom (located to the left from front door) 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 all children. Kitchen: The kitchen (located to the right from front door) was observed for safety, sanitation, and good repair. The knives and sharp items are stored in upper counter, out of reach of children. 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. Licensee participates in the food program and provides meals during all operational hours. Outdoor/Children\342\200\231s Play Area: The children utilize the backyard for outdoor play. LPA inspected for safety, cleanliness, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, and shady areas. The backyard is enclosed with fencing and brick walls. Pools/Bodies of Water: LPA observed an in-ground swimming pool enclosed by mesh fencing measuring at 60 inches in the backyard. The mesh fencing does not obscure the pool from view. Per LPA observation, mesh gate self-closes and has a key lockable device placed no lower than 60 inches from the ground. However, the mesh gate did not self-latch. LPA informed licensee that mesh gate must self-close and self-latch. Licensee will make adjustments to gate and send proof of completion to LPA Cha via email by 11/14/2025. A Technical Violation issued. LPA observed the vertical clearance from the ground to the bottom of the enclosure did not exceed two inches. There were no gaps or voids wider than four inches. LPA informed licensee that fence must be clear of all handholds or footholds that could be utilized as a climbing device. Licensee shall ensure the key lock and gate stays closed and locked at all times. Per LPA observation, there was no ASTM approved pool alarm installed in the pool. LPA informed licensee that a pool alarm must be installed, turned on, and in working order during all operational hours. Licensee will purchase and install ASTM approved F2208 and send proof to LPA Cha by 11/14/2025. A Type B citation issued. See 809-D. Per LPA observation, there was no life ring observed. LPA informed licensee that a US Coast Guard approved life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches must be installed. Licensee will purchase and install life ring and send proof to LPA Cha by 11/14/2025 . A Technical Violation issued. Per LPA observation, there was a rescue pole but not a body hook installed to the pole. LPA informed licensee that a rescue pole with a fixed length of 12 feet with body hook must be installed. Licensee will purchase and install rescue pole with body hook and send proof to LPA Cha by 11/14/2025. A Technical Violation issued. LPA informed of the requirement to conduct and document daily pool checks. LPA informed licensee that the swimming pool requirements will remain in place whenever licensed care is provided, and so long as the requirements make the swimming pool inaccessible to children as determined by the licensing department. Other: First aid kit on premises. Per Licensee, there is no smoking in the home. Last disaster drill conducted on 10/2025. Electrical outlets made inaccessible. There is a working telephone (landline and cell phone). Per licensee, there are no weapons/firearms on the premises. The carbon monoxide and smoke alarm tested and operable. File Review: LPA reviewed one child file which included all required documentation. LPA reviewed licensee\342\200\231s file which included all required documentation. Postings: Notice of Parent's Rights Poster (PUB 394), Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A) Documents Provided: Entrance Checklist, Pool Regulations 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 Luz Prado confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders residing in the facility. During this inspection, three Technical Violations issued and 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 Luz Prado along with Appeal Rights.