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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

MARSHALL FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1980123291 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 02/05/26 at 11:55am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Diana Ortiz conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. LPA rang doorbell and Licensee stated that she will be home in 5 mins (stated through ring camera doorbell). At 12:14pm, Licensee Zenobie Marshall arrived. LPA met with Licensee, Zenobie Marshall, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. Census was taken and LPA observed zero (0) children present at the time of inspection. Per Licensee, there are seven (7) children currently enrolled. Licensee states there are zero (0) infants enrolled at this time. A current children\342\200\231s roster was available for review. Hours of operation are from Monday-Saturday 4:00am-11:50pm. The licensee was observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations at the time of inspection. LIC 126 Entrance Checklist was provided to Licensee. LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the main entry way of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA reviewed facility records for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. This is a 2-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room, living room, dining room, front yard, and backyard (fenced). LPA observed a door leading to the parking structure that will remain closed/locked and inaccessible to children in care. Currently residing in the home are two adults (criminal record clearance on file) and one minor child. Page 1 of 4 Areas accessible to children were inspected as follows : Kitchen, dinning room, living room, \302\275 bathroom downstairs and backyard. Areas off limits include : Second level is inaccessible to children; LPA observed the stairs leading to the second level has a fence making it inaccessible to children. Per licensee overnight care is provided. LPA observed cots for children to use for napping and overnight care. All adults present at time of inspection are fingerprint cleared and associated to facility in Guardian. During this visit, all areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were toured and inspected. The Licensee uses the back yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play areas were observed to be fenced. Licensing staff observed the outdoor yard to have toys and other materials for children to play with such as playhouses, tricycles, arts and crafts and trucks. There is adequate shade in the backyard. Licensee states that she does not provide food. Parents have a choice to bring in their child\342\200\231s lunch if they choose to. LPA advised the Licensee that any food that is provided by parents must be labeled with child\342\200\231s name with the date and stored appropriately. Per Licensee, there is central air and heating in the home. Per Licensee, the ill/isolation area is in the living room/daycare room. There is an area in the living room/sofa where the children will wait for parents or authorized representatives to pick them up. There are cots and mats available for ill children to rest if needed. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. LPA advised that any poison should be locked under key or combination lock. LPA did not observe any pets at time of inspection and Licensee confirms she has no pets. Per Licensee, there are no weapons, firearms in the home and there are no bodies of water around the premises. LPA did not observe any weapons/firearms, or bodies of water around the premises at time of inspection. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged. The fire extinguisher was purchased on 01/02/2026 and purchase receipt is attached. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and were operable on this day. 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 01/22/26. Page 2 of 4 The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are first aid supplies available near the entrance of the home. LPA observed that there are age-appropriate toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements in form of cots and mats were observed. Child\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, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights. Licensee file was reviewed for the following: LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse. Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification expires 09/2026 for licensee, and for licensee assistant. However, Mandated Reporter Training has not been completed and last certification completion date states it expired on 05/11/2025. Advised Licensee, Mandated Reporter is to be completed every two years. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family childcare facility. 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 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. 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 Zenobie Marshall, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. 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 . Based on Licensing staff observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) 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 and safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Zenobie Marshall. Page 4 of 4

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing

    Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Mandated Reporter training expired on 05/11/2025 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the February 5, 2026 inspection of MARSHALL FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of MARSHALL FAMILY CHILD CARE on February 5, 2026. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to MARSHALL FAMILY CHILD CARE on February 5, 2026?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Mandated Rep..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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