Routine inspection·June 9, 2025

On June 9, 2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with licensee Sara Morla who guided LPA Perry on a tour of the facility. Family members residing in the home have been discussed with licensee and are cleared. LPA observed 5 children. LPA observed facility to be within ratio. Operating hours are Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and care for children ages 0 to 13 years old. This is a one-story home which consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, garage, front yard, swimming pool (fenced) and backyard (fenced). Areas accessible to children are 1 bedroom (playroom), 1 bathroom, living room, dining room, and backyard. Off limit areas include 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, garage, front yard, and swimming pool. Per licensee there is 1 small dog that resides in the home away from daycare children. LPA observed all inaccessible areas to be locked and or inaccessible. LPA Perry inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone and landline). For ventilation, LPA Perry observed central AC and the vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the furniture, children\342\200\231s materials, to be in good condition and age appropriate. LPA did observe a fireplace that was barricaded. LPA did not observe a wall heater. LPA observed sleeping equipment for children and infants and observed to be free from bumper pads, blankets, pillows and hanging items. LPA Perry observed cleaning compounds items, stored underneath the kitchen sink, and observed a childproof lock in place, making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA observed the knives and sharp objects stored inside the kitchen sink cabinet with a childproof lock making it inaccessible for children to open. For water drinking, licensee stated she provides water bottles and children use their sippy cups. The licensee stated the facility provides a.m. snack, lunch, and p.m. snack. LPA informed licensee any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies nor on medication. LPA Perry entered the bathroom and observed the toilet, hand washing sink, hand soap and LPA observed the bottom sink cabinet closed and did not observe hazard materials and observed the restroom to be in good condition. LPA reminded licensee and personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children. LPA Perry asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. The licensee stated she has 1 pet dog who is kept away from daycare children. LPA did not observe poisons, no firearms, and no weapons. LPA did not observe pets, poisons, firearms, weapons. The license was informed that if any poisons (ex; drano, rat poison or items that fall into that category), firearms and weapons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock and firearm and ammunition must be stored separately. LPA Perry observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the kitchen and the valve on the green area indicating fully charged and purchased on 3/8/25. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm. Per licensee, the sounds are operable. LPA observed the first aid complete with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes and located in the daycare room top cabinet. For ill isolation, licensee stated she utilizes a corner of the living room. LPA Perry observed the last emergency drill conducted on 5/20/2025. LPA Perry inspected the play outdoor (backyard) area that is utilized by children for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed the backyard to be fenced and side gates closed and with lock. LPA Perry observed the play equipment to be age appropriate and in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. For outdoor water drinking, children bring out their water bottles. LPA Perry did observe a body of water on the premises in the backyard. As noted, LPA did observe licensee to have in place a self-latching gate, to swing away from the pool, and the latch measuring no more than one (1) inch from the top of the gate and the rod iron fence should measures five (5) feet in height with no noticeable gaps or openings exceedingly more than four (4) inches prevent children from gaining access and made a document . LPA also advised licensee of AB2866 pool safety requirements. LPA provided the licensee with PIN 25-01-CCP for reference. LPA did advise license that this poses a potential danger to the children in care. Licensee understood. LPA did observed and obtained pool photos. LPA did observe a pool ring that is ASTM certified as well as a rescue pool with a hook. LPA Perry observed licensee Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification which expires on 3/10/2026 and Health and Safety certification on file, and licensee has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Licensee has not completed the Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training, Per licensee she was able to show LPA that she has started it but due to her husbands recent passing she has yet to complete It. Licensee stated that she will have it completed by end of day. Licensee was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com . LPA Perry observed the postings License, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, and LIC 999 Facility sketch. LPA also reviewed children\342\200\231s roster, children files including sleep logs and staff files. LPA observed the files to be complete. 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 . Family Child Care Homes 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. Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes 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/ . Family Child Care Homes 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. Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Currently the licensee is not in compliance with Title 22 regulations.The deficiency listed on the following page was observed by LPA Perry and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. One type B deficiency is being issued today. Please see attached LIC 809-D for citation. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal rights were provided and discussed. Exit interview conducted, and report was reviewed with the licensee Sara Morla.