Routine inspection·September 5, 2025

On Friday, September 5, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with licensee Tomasa Serrano. 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 and licensee toured the facility. At time of arrival, Staff #2 (S2) was providing care and supervision to three infants and two preschool-aged children. Licensee arrived approximately 10 minutes after LPA. During the inspection, two additional preschool-children arrived, for a total census of 7 children. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays from 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Physical Plant/Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: This is a one-story home with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, attached garage (per licensee, converted with permit), front yard, living room, dining room, kitchen, and back yard. Childcare is provided in the converted garage (ADU) referred to as the childcare area. The children utilize the restroom located in the converted childcare area. The off-limits areas are two restrooms located in main home, bedrooms #1, #2, and #3. LPA observed the childcare entrance gate located at the left of the home which leads to the childcare backyard area. To the right from the childcare entrance gate is the entrance door to the childcare area (ADU). There is a separate entrance gate on the right of the home, not used for childcare. From the childcare entrance door, the door located immediately left leads to the off-limits laundry room. Another door on the other side of the laundry room leads to the main home. The door located across the childcare entrance door leads to the front yard and front door of the main home. At time of inspection, LPA observed the childcare entrance door, laundry room door, and door leading to front yard and front door to remain closed and locked. 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. LPA observed a fire extinguisher, fully green. There is a designated area for the ill children as necessary. Bathroom: The childcare bathroom (located in ADU adjacent to door leading to front yard) 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 upper cabinets made inaccessible to children. Licensee participates in the Food Nutrition Program and provides children enrolled with breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. 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: Children utilize the back yard for outdoor play. The back yard is enclosed by brick wall, metal gate, and wooden gate. LPA inspected for safety, cleanliness, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, and shady areas. Pools/Spa/Bodies of Water: LPA observed an in-ground swimming pool and jacuzzi in off-limits backyard area. Pool and jacuzzi separated from childcare backyard area by a wooden gate. In addition to the wooden gate, LPA observed ASTM approved mesh fencing measuring at 60 inches from the ground. Gaps or voids of fencing did not exceed four inches in width. The opening of the mesh gate included a key lockable device at 58 inches from the ground. Licensee will make corrections to ensure key lock is raised to at least 60 inches from the ground. The mesh gate swings away from the pool. However, LPA observed the gate does not self-close and self-latch. Licensee will make corrections to ensure that gate self-closes and self- latches. LPA observed vertical clearance from ground to bottom of gate exceeded two inches (approximately 2 \302\274 inches). Licensee will make corrections to ensure that vertical distance from bottom of gate to ground does not exceed two inches. LPA did not observe an ASTM approved pool alarm and/or pool cover, US Coast Guard approved life ring, 12 foot fixed rescue pole, and daily pool inspection documentation. Per licensee statement, licensee was not aware of new swimming pool regulations that came into effect on 01/01/2025. Licensee shall ensure that mesh fencing is locked and closed at all times. Licensee shall ensure that there are no climbing aids near the fence. Licensee shall ensure that the swimming pool fencing will remain in place whenever licensed care is provided. A Type B citation issued. See 809-D. Other: First aid kit on premises. Per Licensee, there is no smoking in the home. Last disaster drill completed 08/08/2025. Electrical outlets made inaccessible. There is a working telephone (cell phone). Poisons and cleaning products made inaccessible to children (stored in high cabinet in kitchen away from food). Per licensee, there are no weapons/firearms on the premises. File Review: LPA review two children which included all required documentation. LPA reviewed licensee\342\200\231s file and Staff #2 (S2) file. Per interview and record review, Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR/FA expired on 05/2025. At time of inspection, licensee was enrolled in CPR/FA course. S2 who was present with licensee providing care and supervision, had current Pediatric CPR/FA documentation on file. A Technical Violation issued. Per record review, licensee Mandated Reporter training expired on 11/04/2024. Staff #2 (S2) Mandated Reporter training expired on 04/21/2023. LPA informed licensee that Mandated Reporter training for all personnel must be renewed every two years. A Type B citation issued. See 809-D. Postings: Notice of Parent's Rights Poster (PUB 394), Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A) Documents Provided: Entrance Checklist, Capacity Chart 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, licensee Tomasa Serrano confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders residing in the facility. During this inspection, one Technical Violation issued and two Type B citations 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 Tomasa Serrano, along with Appeal Rights.