Routine inspection·September 12, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anthony Padilla conducted an unannounced required one year inspection to the above facility on 09/12/24. LPA arrived at 9:40 AM and met with licensee Melissa Murillo, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection were 2 adults . Per Licensee, there are 13 children that are currently enrolled. There were 3 infants and 1 toddler for a total of 4 children present upon arrival. This is a two-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen/dining room, living room, garage, front yard (fenced) and backyard. The off limit areas include 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, backyard area, and garage. The main care area is located in the bedroom 1. LPA observed age appropriate toys, sleeping mats, a wooden cubby locker for children's personal belongings, a window mounted air conditioning unit, a wall mounted television, child sized tables, child sized chairs, and children materials and toys. Also located in the main care room is a bathroom which is used by children in care. The bathroom was observed to be sanitary with an operable sink, faucet and toilet. The living room was observed to have a couch, a first aid kit, a wall mounted television, with 3 Graco Pack and Play playpen. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent's Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted in the main care area. Per licensee, isolation area for children showing signs of illness will be located in the living room on adult size couch while the child awaits parent pick up. The dining room was observed with a dining table and chairs. The licensee states that she provides food for children in care. LPA observed a mesh tension children's gate at the entrance of the kitchen, making it inaccessible to children in care. Per licensee cleaning supplies are kept locked beneath the off-limits kitchen sink. Another children's tension gate was observed at the entrance of the stairway making the 2nd floor inaccessible to children in care. The front yard was observed with perimeter fencing, outdoor play equipment and additional age appropriate toys. PAGE 1 LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs. No bodies of water were observed in the back yard play area. Per licensee, she owns one pet dog that is kept in the off-limits backyard area. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. There is telephone service via a land line. LPA observed window mounted air conditioning units throughout the home. Per licensee, the home is equipped with central heating. Day care area was observed with safe toys, play equipment and materials. Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home. The licensee understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked, not just inaccessible. The valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced and was purchased on 06/2/24, as indicated on receipt. LPA advised licensee to either purchase a new fire extinguisher or service the existing fire extinguisher annually. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The license Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires in 05/2025. LPA observed that the Licensee and assistants have proof of the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file and was completed on 7/13/23. 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 PAGE 2 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-and-resources/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 22-02- CCP. 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 Melissa Murillo, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Melissa Murillo). PAGE 3