Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing
Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced annual random inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Clara Urias, Assistant who guided analysts on a tour of the facility. Per Assistant, Licensee was picking up children from school. There was 4 children upon arrival. Licensee, arrived at 3:13 pm. A current children’s roster was available for review. Per Licensee, they have 13 children enrolled.
The licensee states that
2 adults currently live in the home.
Per Licensee, they currently have 1
assistant
. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in the licensed child care home. Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home.
This is a one-story home which consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). The children have access to living room, dining room, kitchen, 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms and backyard fenced.
Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include, 2 bedrooms, garage and front yard. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. LPA observed all off limits area to inaccessible for children in care.
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The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. 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 cellphone that stays at the facility during operation hours. There is ventilation and heating (central). The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection.
Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. The restroom that children use was observed to be safe and sanitary.
The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 7/13/2025, as indicated on service tag. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 4/16/2026.
Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted in the living room.
The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements were observed.
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 and removing any 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
LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, Trampolines and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. ----------------------------------------- pg. 2 of 4 -------------------------------
Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA did not observe any objects that can pose a danger to children on the outdoor yard.
Per Licensee, they have 1 dog- which remains off limits during day care hours.
The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations.
Children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information- LPA advised that child # 1 is missing the bottom portion of the LIC 995- Parent’s rights. Form was completed by parent during inspection.
The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 1/2027. There are first aid supplies available.
LPA observed that the Licensee and assistant do have proof of immunization record and the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file.
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/
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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 Dolores Sainz, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.------------------------------------------ pg. 3 of 4 ---------------------------------------------
LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on line at:
www.ccld.ca.gov
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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.
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
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At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Dolores Sainz
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