Routine inspection·September 11, 2025

On Thursday, September 11, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with assistant Lucero Zazueta who guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. This is an infant program with toddler option component that serves children ages 0 to 36 months. This program operates Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. \342\200\223 6:00 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. Present staff do not have a current pediatric first aid/CPR certification. Annual fee is current. LPA entered the infant classroom. LPA Rivera observed 3 infants with staff #1 present providing care and supervision. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside white cabinet with a child proof lock making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA observed the cribs to be free from bumper pads, pillows, toys, blankets, hanging above items. LPA reminded director infants sleeping area shall be separated from the activity area by adding a soundproof 4ft partition. Rivera observed two step trash bins with a lid, one for diapers and one for trash. LPA observed the diapering changing table to be arm\342\200\231s length to the handwashing sink and a diapering mat covered with a cotton slip. Per assistant Lucero the slipcover is changed and replaced when it gets dirty and roll of paper is utilized on top of the mat when an infant is being changed. After use, the area is sprayed with Lysol. The soiled clothing is not rinsed in the sink. It is placed in a plastic bag. LPA observed children\342\200\231s personal items to be in individual bins. LPA also observed infant bottles and food to be labeled with names and dated 9/11/24. LPA observed the food inside the refrigerator with children\342\200\231s name. LPA reminded assistant that the bottles and food stored in the refrigerator, also needs dates. LPA entered the toddler classroom. LPA observed 5 toddlers with staff #2 present providing care an supervision. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside white cabinet with a child proof lock making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA observed a trash bin with a lid. LPA observed 2 toddlers to be 3 years old. LPA informed director the children have age out for toddler component and need to be placed in the preschool classroom. LPA observed the diapering changing table to be located in the hallway restroom and arm\342\200\231s length to the handwashing sink and a vinyl diapering mat. Per assistant Lucero, soiled clothing is not rinsed in the sink. It is placed in a plastic bag and the vinyl mat is disinfected with bleach and water. LPA observed children\342\200\231s personal items to be in individual bins. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Rivera. LPA observed central AC /heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostat located in the hallway and the temperature to be at 74. Smoke detectors. we\342\200\231re not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The carbon monoxide detector is in the preschool classroom and director tested and LPA heard the sound and is operable. The last emergency drill was conducted on 7/2/25. Director stated the ill isolation area takes place in the director\342\200\231s office and children utilize the staff restroom. LPA observed sleeping mats to be in good condition. First aid kits supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes. During this visit, assistant Lucero stated currently has no children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Rivera asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. The assistant stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons, and there is an in-ground pool. LPA did not observe firearms, weapons, or poisons. LPA observed an in-ground pool in the backyard. LPA observed the pool to be fenced half, and the other half has a brick wall that is shared with the neighbor. LPA measured the height of the fence from the ground up to the top of the fence to be 5.0 ft high and fence does not obscure the pool from view. The openings of the chain-link is 2 inches, wide. LPA observed the door to swing away from the pool and the self-latching device is no more than 6 inches from the top of the gate. LPA observed the bottom of the fence to not have openings, gate door gap measured 3 1/2 inches. LPA reminded director no ladders or any climbing equipment near the fencing. LPA informed if in the future the fencing needs to be replaced, the facility will need to contact the department to notify about the change. LPA Rivera informed director about the new AB-2866 Pool safety: State Department of Social Services regulated facilities. In addition to the fencing, a life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches and labeled as approved by the United States Coast Guard. A rescue pole with a body hook and a minimum fixed length of 12 feet and licensee shall perform a daily inspection of the drowning prevention safety features and safety equipment before opening the facility and maintain a log of the inspections to be provided to the department upon request. LPA informed director the additions such as, life ring, rescue pole and daily log must be available by September 30 th , 2025. LPA Rivera entered the outdoor play area. LPA Rivera observed the playground to be fenced all around. LPA Rivera observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Rivera observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate and did not observe high climbing equipment. For adequate shade, LPA Rivera observed a large tree. For outdoor water drinking, staff bring out water pitchers and children sippy cups. This program provides snack and lunch for the toddlers. Meals and snacks are prepared onsite. LPA Rivera informed director Diane that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, LPA Rivera observed water pitchers, bottles, and sippy cups in the classrooms. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lead testing was conducted on 1/10/23 and no lead exceedance. The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly area front lobby: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule. LPA Rivera reviewed the children\342\200\231s roster, children\342\200\231s files, staff files, 15-minute sleep logs, and sign in/out sheets, needs and service plans and observed 8 signed in signatures. LPA observed staff and children files to be incomplete. Child #1 missing LIC 702 Physician Report and immunization records. Child #2 missing needs and service plan and LIC 702 Physician Report. Child #3 immunizations records are not up to date. Child #4 missing needs and service plan. Child #5 missing, LIC 701 Physician Report and LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan. Child #6 missing LIC 701 Physician Report, LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan and immunization record. Director stated, \342\200\234parents forget to bring back the forms.\342\200\235 Staff #1 missing LIC 503 Health Screening Report, Child Abuse Mandated Reporting Certificate, and MMR, TDAP, TB and Influenza/or declination. Staff #2 missing MMR, TDAP, TB and Influenza/or declination. LPA inquired about staff #1 and staff #2 not providing proof of the required immunization and director did not provide an answer. LPA reminded director staff and volunteers are required to submit proof, and it is a state statute that was commenced on September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. LPA inquired about why hasn't the 4ft sound-absorbing moveable walls or partitions been installed. Director stated, \342\200\234the cribs are separated from each other.\342\200\235 LPA reminded director last visit dated 8/19/24, LPA Rivera explained that if cribs are going to be in the same room with activity space, a 4ft sound-absorbing partition wall needs to be installed and LPA issued a technical violation since there was no infants under 12 months enrolled. Director stated " im planing on moving my infants to the building next door." LPA also asked if any staff present has a valid or current pediatric first aid/cpr certification, director stated \342\200\234no we all took it at the same time, and I just scheduled a training session for all of us for 9/24/25.\342\200\235 LPA informed it is a state statute to have at least one present staff member have a valid and current pediatric first aid/cpr certification available. During this visit, LPA associated staff #1 and staff #2. LPA reminded director staff cannot start working until the facility receives the Clerance letter from Guardian. LPA Rivera observed director Diane Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated 4/29/23. LPA informed director certification expired on 4/29/25 and must be renewed every two years. Director has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter training dated 4/18/24. Director was informed that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com The following was also discussed with director: 1. The following items are zero tolerance by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both. 2. Breakfast/Lunch/Snack Menus: Menus are required to be posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days must also be available upon request. 3. Current Children\342\200\231s Roster: Each childcare facility shall maintain a current roster of children who are provided care in the facility. The roster shall include the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the child's parent or guardian, and the name and telephone number of the child's physician. This roster shall be available to the licensing agency upon request. 4.LIC 125 Entrance Checklist provided, and LPA informed that forms, regulations and quarterly updates can be accessed on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 5.Pediatric First Aid and CPR: At least one person trained in Pediatric First Aid and CPR and EMSA approved must be present. 6.Designated Staff: The name of the childcare center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence must be on file. 7.Qualifications: Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present must be available for review. 8. Immunization Requirements: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or influenza declination. 9.Children\342\200\231s Records: must be available for review; including but not limited to, the following: Name, address and telephone number of the child's authorized representative and of relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. 10. Staff Records: must be available for review; background clearance, LIC 503 Health Screening report, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, Staff Qualifications, LIC 9050 Employee Rights, LIC 501 Personnel Record, Child Abuse Mandated Reporting Certification, MMR, TDAP, TB, influenza, or influenza declination. Director Diane Ferguson was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA Rivera discussed the safe sleep regulations with director Diane Ferguson 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 director Diane Ferguson 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. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/ . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee Diane Ferguson 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. 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 . During this visit, 8 Type B violations and 4 technical violations given: Type B violations Health and Safety- 1596.7995(a)(1 )- (1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year. Title 22- 101438.3(c)(1)- (1) The sleeping area for infants shall be physically separate from the indoor activity space. This separation shall be accomplished as specified in (b) above. 101430(a)(3)(A)(4)- (A) Staff shall place infants up to 12-months of age on their backs for sleeping. (4) Infants with an Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20)] that have Section C of the form completed and signed by an authorized representative shall be placed on their back when first laid down to sleep. In the event the infant changes position, the infant may remain in the alternative position. 101216(f)- (f) At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities. 101216(g)(1)- ( 1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure. 101419.3(a )- (a) The written infant needs and services plan shall be updated at least quarterly, or as often as necessary to assure its accuracy. 101220(a)- (a) Prior to, or within 30 calendar days following the enrollment of a child, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the child. This medical assessment enables the licensee to assess whether the center can provide necessary health-related services to the child. 101220.1(a )- (a) Prior to admission to a child care center, children shall be immunized against diseases as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, commencing with Section 6000. Technical violations 1596.814(b)(3)(A )- ) A licensed daycare center with an in-ground swimming pool on the premises shall comply with all of the following requirements: (3) The licensee shall have the following safety equipment visible from the swimming pool and readily available for immediate use: (A) A life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches with a United States Coast Guard approval label. 1596.814(b)(3)(B)- (b) A licensed daycare center with an in-ground swimming pool on the premises shall comply with all of the following requirements: (3) The licensee shall have the following safety equipment visible from the swimming pool and readily available for immediate use: (B) A rescue pole with a body hook and a minimum fixed length of 12 feet. 1596.814(b)(4)- (b) A licensed daycare center with an in-ground swimming pool on the premises shall comply with all of the following requirements: (4) The licensee shall perform a daily inspection of the drowning prevention safety features and safety equipment before opening the facility and maintain a log of the inspections to be provided to the department upon request. 101427(j)- (j) Bottles, dishes and containers of food brought by the infant's authorized representative shall be labeled with the infant's name and the current date. Correction due date 10/13/25. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report and appeal rights were reviewed with assistant director Lucero Zazueta.