Routine inspection·April 30, 2025

On April 30, 2025, at approximately 9:45am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha and Isabel Ortega met with Licensee Elsie Dieguez. Licensee Edith Dieguez arrived at the facility around 10:30am. 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. LPA toured and inspected the facility. LPA observed one licensee providing care and supervision to one infant and one preschool aged child at time of inspection. An additional three school-age arrived at approximately 3:00pm. There was a total of five children present. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays-Fridays; 6:00am-6:00pm. Physical Plant: This is a one-story home with detached garage. There is a living room dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, one restroom, a pool, front yard, and a back yard. Adults residing in the home are Licensee Edith Dieguez, Licensee Elsie Dieguez and Licensee Elsie Dieguez’s spouse. Off-limit areas are the three bedrooms, kitchen, and backyard. Continued on 809-C Indoor/Children’s Area: The home was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, and good repair. Per licensee, there are no poisons on the premises. LPA observed the furniture/equipment in good condition. LPA tested the dual carbon monoxide detector and fire alarm at 10:22am to be in operable condition. Per licensee, there is a working telephone service. There is an isolation area for children who become ill. The home maintains a comfortable temperature. Heating and ventilation in operable condition. LPA did not observe a fireplace. LPA observed safe and age-appropriate toys, play equipment and materials. LPA did not observe prohibited childcare items. The fire extinguisher was observed to be in operable condition. Per licensee, fire extinguishers are purchased yearly. LPA observed window screens in good repair. Per LPA observation, at time of inspection there were loose toys and objects spread out of floor (trip hazard). LPA advised licensee to ensure cleanliness when children are in care. A Technical Advisory issued. Per LPA observation, there were toys and a mat inside the crib. Licensee immediately removed the items from the crib. LPA advised licensee to keep crib clear of all loose items. At time of inspection, there was no infant in the crib. Electrical outlets are inaccessible. LPA reminded licensee of prohibited toys and sleep/play equipment such as baby bouncers, saucer chairs, and any other recalled toys/equipment. Per licensee, there are no weapons/firearms on the premises. Naps are provided on cots in the living room (main care area). Per LPA observation, cleaning products were found on top of children cubbies in accessible area, on floor behind the couch in accessible area, and on top of the kitchen counter. Licensee immediately removed all cleaning products to an off-limits area. LPA advised licensee to implement best practice of putting away all cleaning products, out of children's reach. Continued on 809-C Bathroom: LPA observed childcare bathroom to be in safe and operating condition. Toilet and faucet are in good operable condition. Shower/Tub with glass enclosure. Toilet paper, paper towels, and soap were available to children. 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. LPA reminded Licensee, if food is brought from the child’s home, the container shall be labeled with the child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee currently has a food program. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner are provided. Per LPA observation, there were two knives and a container of Tylenol on the kitchen counter. There was a door between the kitchen and children play area. However, the door was slightly open at time of inspection, making knives and Tylenol accessible to children. There was no child safety door knob installed on the door. A Type B violation issued. LPA advised licensee to install child safety door knob or child safety gate to ensure kitchen remains inaccessible to children. Outdoor/Children’s Play Area: The front yard is utilized for outdoor play. LPA observed front yard for safety, age-appropriate toys, and good repair. The play area is gated all around. Per licensee, there are no pets on the premises. LPA reminded licensee to ensure that outdoor gates remain locked at all times. Pools/Spa/Bodies of Water: Per LPA observation, there is a pool in off-limits backyard area. LPA observed an above-ground pool structure with no water at time of inspection. Per licensee, the pool ground is sand which licensee states "cannot hold water". Per licensee, there is no liner in the pool. LPA observed a ladder inside the pool structure. Licensee stated does not want to remove ladder. Gate did not open away from the pool and did not have a key-lockable device installed. Entire gate was not consistently 5 feet tall. Shortest part of fence was only 58 inches. At time of inspection, licensee did not have an ASTM pool alarm or pool cover. Licensee did not have documentation of daily pool checks. LPA informed licensee to raise gate to 5 feet all around, purchase ASTM approved pool alarm, install key-lockable device, and re-install gate to swing away from the pool, and document daily pool inspections. At time of inspection, LPA did not observe the back door leading to the pool to be locked. Licensee locked back door after LPA reminder. A Type A violation issued. Per LPA observation, left side of pool is missing the metal fencing piece. A Technical Violation issued. LPA's observed items against the pool fence. A Technical Violation issued. LPA observed the pool is above ground and has sand. A Technical Violation issued. LPA observed one section of the pool fence is lower than 5 feet and door does not swing away from pool and lock is not six inches from the top with a lock. A Technical Violation issued. Continued on 809-C Other: First Aid Kit was observed. Per Licensee, there is no smoking in the home. Per recorded documentation, Fire/Disaster drill last completed on 3/18/25 at 5:00pm. File Review: LPA reviewed one preschool child file, three school-age children files, and one infant file. All preschool and school age children files included all required documents. LPA reviewed Licensee files which included all required documentation. Facility rosters complete and maintained current. Pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 02/1/2027. Mandated Reporter training expires on 1/2027. Per LPA record review, there was no documentation of infant sleep 15-minute checks. Licensee had an infant safe sleep log template, but it was not completely filled out. A Type B violation issued. LPA Cha provided licensee with Infant Safe Sleep log template. Postings: LPA observed all required facility postings on premises: Notice of Parent's Rights Poster (PUB 394), Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A), and Fire/Earthquake Drill Log. Documents Provided: Infant Sleep Log template 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 . Continued on 809-C 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. Continued on 809-C 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 Edith Dieguez confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders residing in the facility. On 4/30/2025, LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS via https://www.meganslaw.ca.gov/ . Two Type A violations, two Type B violations, five Technical Violations, and two Technical Assistance given at this inspection. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Edith Dieguez along with Appeal Rights. Last Page