Routine inspection (3-year)·August 13, 2025

On August 13, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monica Ruiz conducted an unannounced required 3-year inspection at the facility noted above. LPA was greeted by Licensee Maria Flores, to whom the reason for visit was explained. LPA observed 2 preschool age children in care. Licensee states there are 9 children enrolled at this time, no infants. LPA reviewed 2 children’s files and 3 staff files. Adults in the home were discussed and all have fingerprint clearances. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM.This is a single story home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, fenced rear yard and front yard and an attached garage. Licensee was made aware that the garage cannot be used for napping or eating and should only be used for limited child care activities. Licensee Maria Flores states that child care takes place only in the enclosed front yard and patio area, living room for napping, and attached garage and restroom located inside attached garage. Sick/isolation area is the garage/activity room. Licensee states that the backyard is being repaired at this time and is off limits to children. Access to the backyard from the front patio/child care area is made inaccessible by large metal gates on either side of the house. LPA reminded Licensee M. Flores that all construction or changes to the facilities physical plant are to be reported to licensing before repairs and/or construction begins on the facility. The home is clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated. LPA observed two children in care playing with a water activity table. Licensee and assistant were reminded to immediately dump out water as soon as water activities are over, to ensure the safety of the children in care. page 1/4 There are several age-appropriate and washable toys available. There’s a play structure with a slide in the front yard. There is also a play house and play kitchen. There are several tricycles and riding cars available for children. LPA observed blocks, puzzles, and sensory toys available for children in care. Napping equipment in the form of cots were inspected and were in good condition at the time of this visit. Licensee's poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to children are stored in the laundry room behind a closed door with a child proof door knob. LPA advised Licensee Flores to move cleaning products to a high shelf, where they are inaccessible to children. LPA observed a working smoke detector, Carbon Monoxide detector, and fully charged fire extinguisher in the day care activity room/garage. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 9/26/2024 and there is a land line that is maintained at the facility. Licensee was reminded to have the fire extinguisher serviced or replaced annually. There is a first aid kit on the premises. Per the licensee, there are no firearms on the premises. The Licensees and the assistants have current CPR and first aid that expires on 6/7/2027. Licensees and all assistants have current mandated reporter certificates on file. Licensees were reminded to maintain copies of their immunization records for themselves and all employees and volunteers, on file at the facility. All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years, www.mandatedreporterca.com , Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B. page 2/4 The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). The licensee was informed that the presence of adults in the home without Criminal Record Clearance or Exemption will be cited and civil penalty assessed for $100 per day. The licensee may find additional information and forms on the DSS website at www.ccld.ca.gov including information on the Live Scan application (LIC 9163). Appointments can be made for Live Scan at 1-800-315-4507. Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every month; last drill documented and conducted on 04/19/2025. Licensee has the required documents posted in the FCCH; Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610a), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394). The following was discussed with the licensee: Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files, and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. Licensee was reminded that supervision is always required to children in care. Licensee was informed that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility’s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category. page 3/4 --Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations. -- Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months they are also now in Spanish please log in to the CCLD website or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates send directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov The On Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (323) 981-3350 from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. LPA provided consultation during inspection. 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 Licensee Maria Flores. page 4/4