Routine inspection·October 14, 2025

On October 14, 2025, at 10:45am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J.Duran and P. Bowden conducted an Unannounced Annual Random inspection and met with licensee Maria Sanchez . LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. Licensee was provided a copy of the Facility Entrance Checklist. All adults associated to the home were found to have criminal record clearance. There were no daycare children present during today\342\200\231s inspection. Licensee states that there are currently nine (5) children enrolled. The children's roster was reviewed and is current. Licensee provides care to children ages ranging from newborn to 14 years old. Licensee reports the facility\342\200\231s hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 06:30 am to 5:45 pm. Licensee does not provide overnight care but does provide transportation. This is a single story home which consists of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, dining area, living room, enclosed backyard, fenced front yard and detached garage. Areas used by the children include 2 daycare bedrooms (main care area), bathroom in one bedroom and hallway for passing to main car area. Per Licensee, areas off-limits to children and parents includes all 1 bedroom, bathroom in one of the bedrooms, the living room and kitchen. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. LPA observed that there is a baby gate separating areas used by children and off-limits area. Per licensee, off limit areas are also locked during operating hours, LPA observed doors to be locked making them inaccessible to children in care. All areas identified on the facility sketch as accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety and comfort of the children. LPA observed required posted documentation in the main care living room which included: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA observed completed facility records including: LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 08/15/2025. ----------Page 1 of 4 Smoke and carbon monoxide detector located in the main care area were tested and are operable at the time of inspection. At 11:30 am LPA observed the AB10BC fire extinguisher with last service date of 06/05/2025. LPA reminded licensee of the requirement to have fire extinguishers serviced annually or purchase a new one. The facility has central air and heating and maintains telephone service via cell phone and land line. LPA observed age appropriate toys and learning material available free of loose and sharp parts. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and other items which can pose a danger to children are inaccessible to the children in care. Personal medications and knives are stored in a kitchen cabinet secured with a safety latch inaccessible to children. The Licensee states that there are no poisons in the home. The Licensee does understand that poison must be locked. The Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. The children use the restroom in the hallway. LPA did not observe any cleaning products in the cabinet under the sink. The isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked is the couch, supervised away from the other children in care . Per licensee, food is provided for children in care. LPA reminded licensee that any food brought from the children\342\200\231s homes shall be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Per licensee, the children will have access to the backyard for outside play. The front yard is fenced. Per Licensee, Children are supervised while playing outside. LPA observed yard has adequate perimeter fencing through-out the property. Play area is free of loose and sharp articles or objects and all trees, shrubs, and plants are maintained. Infant Care: LPA advised licensee infants must have their own crib. Infant mattresses must be firm with tightly fitted sheets, there cannot be loose object, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the cribs. Napping equipment must not block entrances or exits. Licensee was advised Infants shall not be swaddled in care. Car seats shall only be used for transportation purposes and shall not be used for sleeping. LPA discussed the new Safe sleep regulation, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months. Overnight Care : There is no overnight care provided at the moment. LPAs discussed the following: Licensee is aware that they must remain awake while children are awake. If children sleep in separate area from licensee, the door must remain open. If licensee cannot hear children when they wake up, video or audio device can be used. ......Page 2 of 4 Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). All required licensing forms are in file. Licensee's Pediatric CPR / First Aid is valid until: 11/21/25 Mandated Reporter training completed on: 12/21/23 valid for 2 years. Licensee had required Immunization records and proof of TB clearance on file. \302\267 Licensee stated they do not have any children that needs medication administer, or any children with allergies in care at this time. \302\267 Licensee stated that there are no smokers in the home. \302\267 Licensee stated there 4 cats outside the home observed by LPA at time of inspection. \302\267 Licensee stated there are no weapons, or firearms in the home. \302\267 Licensee stated there are no bodies of water around the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water at time of inspection. 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. 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. ..........Page 3 of 4 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, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Based on this information, the following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809D are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site inspection by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. No Deficiencies were found during todays inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Maria Sanchez. Appeal Rights Given .......Page 4 of 4