Routine inspection·July 2, 2025

On 09/09/2025, LPA Hanna Cha amended Facility Evaluation Report dated 07/02/2025 to add correct descriptors and details of Civil Penalty assessed. On Wednesday , July 2, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Licensee\342\200\231s Assistant Concepcion Gutierrez. The purpose of the visit was to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the Licensee\342\200\231s Assistant. LPA toured and inspected the facility. LPA observed two assistant\342\200\231s providing care and supervision to one infant, five preschool children, and one school-aged child at time of inspection. LPA conducted inspection with licensee\342\200\231s assistant, Concepcion Gutierrez. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays, 7:00am-6:00pm. Upon LPA arrival at the facility, licensee Loreto Ayala was not physically present. Per licensee statement via phone, licensee left the facility three days ago. LPA Cha informed licensee must be physically present at the facility to operate child care. Due to the licensee being absent, LPA Cha informed licensee to immediately contact parents and send all children home. LPA Cha informed licensee that facility cannot operate until licensee returns to the facility. A Type A citation issued for licensee being absent from child care facility for more than 20% of operating hours. Per LPA interview and record review, Assistant #2 (A2) present at time of arrival, did not have background clearance. Per Assistant #1 (A1) statement, A2 was present at facility for three days. Due to an uncleared adult present at the facility providing care and supervision for three days, a Type A citation issued including a civil penalty of $300. LPA informed licensee that all adults must be fingerprint cleared before being present at the facility and providing care. Physical Plant: This is a one-story-family home. There is a living room, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a back yard, detached garage converted to an office space and play room (with permit), laundry room (outside in the play yard) and two sheds in the back yard. The off-limits areas include the master bedroom #3 (child safety knob), laundry room (key locked), two sheds in the back yard utilized for storage (LPA observed one shed locked with a pad lock and the other key locked). Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: LPA inspected the indoor/children\342\200\231s area for safety, cleanliness and good repair. Per LPA observation, fireplace located in living room area was fully barricaded and screened. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and play equipment, a working smoke and carbon monoxide detector (tested at 12:46pm by LPA Cha). LPA observed a 2A10BC Fire Extinguisher, fully green (serviced May 2025). There is a designated area for the ill children as necessary. Main child care is provided in the detached garage (with permit). LPA observed bedroom #1 (child care room) to include two cribs and one child-sized bed. At time of inspection, LPA observed small lego pieces spread out on mattress of crib. There was no child in crib. LPA informed licensee\342\200\231s assistant that there should not be loose items in cribs and small items such as lego pieces can become a choking hazard. Bathroom: LPA observed childcare bathroom (down the hall to the right) to be in operating condition. Toilet and faucet were in good operable condition. LPA observed soap available to children. At time of inspection, LPA observed one tube of toothpaste on sink counter. LPA also observed shampoo, body wash, mouthwash, and other hazardous products in shower stall. LPA reminded licensee\342\200\231s assistant to keep shampoos, mouthwash, razors, toothpaste, and other hazardous items inaccessible to children. A Type B citation issued. Kitchen: LPA inspected the kitchen for safety, sanitation, and good repair. LPA reminded Licensee's assistant, 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 currently provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. Knives and sharp items stored in kitchen cabinets, made inaccessible with child safety locks. Outdoor/Children\342\200\231s Play Area: LPA inspected the outdoor play space for safety, cleanliness, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, and shady areas. In addition to the play room (detached garage with permit) the back yard outdoor space is primarily used for child care depending on the weather. Pools/Spa/Bodies of Water: Per licensee's assistant and LPA observation, there are no pools/bodies of water on the premises. Other: Per A1, there is no smoking in the home. Per recorded documentation, Fire/Disaster drill last completed 6/6/25. Electrical outlets made inaccessible. There is a working telephone. First Aid kit and cleaning compounds stored in high upper shelf, made inaccessible to children. Per A1, there are no weapons/firearms on the premises. Per A1, there are no pets on the premises. File Review: LPA reviewed six children files who were present at time of inspection. Child #2 (C2) who was present at time of arrival, did not have a file. A Type B citation issued. Child #1 (C1) file missing safe sleep checks. A1 unable to provide safe sleep log indicating documentation since child\342\200\231s date of enrollment. A Type B citation issued. A2 did not have a file. Two Type B citations issued for missing Mandated Reporter Training and Immunizations for A2. Licensee file and A1 missing influenza immunization (or declination) for current year. One Type B citation issued. Facility rosters complete and maintained current. Licensee Pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 5/18/2027. Licensee Mandated Reporter training expires on 3/29/2027. A1 Pediatric CPR/FA expires on 5/18/2027. Postings: Notice of Parent's Rights Poster (PUB 394), Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A), and Fire/Earthquake Drill Log. Documents Provided: Entrance Checklist (Spanish) 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 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-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, the licensee\342\200\231s assistant Concepcion Gutierrez confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders residing in the facility. Two Type A citations and six Type B citations issued at time of inspection. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, copy of report printed and reviewed with the Licensee's assistant Concepcion Gutierrez along with Appeal Rights.