Routine inspection·June 12, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anomeh Eivazian conducted an unannounced annual/random inspection to the above facility on 06/12/25. LPA arrived at the facility at 11:00 AM and met with Sylvia Amador, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. LPA provided a copy of Entrance Checklist\342\200\224Family Child Care Home (LIC126) to licensee. Per licensee, Sylvia Amador facility hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Per licensee, she provides care to children 0-13 years old. This is a one story home located on the first level. The home consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 & 1/2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, den (children's play room), laundry room, garage, side yard, front yard and backyard (fenced). Per licensee, parents enter the home through the main entrance which leads to the living room. The children use the half bathroom in the back room, dining room, living room, den, and backyard (fenced). Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room, front yard, detached garage, side yard, and the very back of the backyard. LPA did not observe stairs in the home. During this inspection individuals who reside in the home were discussed and notes on Confidential Name List (LIC811) and attached to this report. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. At 11:10 a.m., Licensee took this LPA on a tour of the home. LPA was toured through the interior starting with the living room, LPA observed sofas, a coffee table, and TV in the living room. There is a fireplace in the living room which has been blocked off to prevent access. Next LPA toured the dining room and observed a dining table and chairs in the dining room. Next LPA toured the kitchen and observed child proof safety latches on the cabinet under the sink where licensee stores cleaning compounds. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 1 of 5 LPA observed accessible knives in the kitchen drawer and was not locked. Per licensee, currently she only has two 20 months old infants who can not reach the drawer and they do not go to the kitchen. Next LPA toured the den (children play room) and observed children tables, chairs, and toys in the daycare room. During this inspection LPA observed two infants (20 months old) and licensee's biological child were playing the den. Next LPA toured the half bathroom in the back bedroom and did not observe any hazards. Per licensee children only walk through the last bedroom to use the bathroom. Per licensee, the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher was purchased sometimes October 2024, but licensee was not able to locate the receipt. Licensee tested the carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in the living room it did not work, licensee, attempted to change the battery still did not work. The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Next LPA toured the backyard fenced. 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, slide, swings and other materials for children to play with. LPA observed a 7.5 feet high, big trampoline in the backyard that licensee stated daycare kids play on the trampoline. LPA observed dog poops in the backyard, on the dirt area, in the children outdoor playarea. Pictures were taken. Back of backyard which is off-limit area, is gated to prevent access. Per licensee, side yard is also inaccessible to the children. The licensee states that supervision is always provided. Per licensee, she provides food for children in care. Licensee was advised that if food is brought from the children\342\200\231s homes, all containers must be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Per Licensee, at 12:10 p.m there are weapons, firearms, pools, spas, hot tubs, fish ponds, or similar bodies of water on the premises. Per licensee, there is one dog on the premises which are accessible to the children. The licensee was observed to be operating within the licensed capacity and is not exceeding the required limitations during this inspection. During this inspection three children were present in the home with licensee. All adults present have obtained a criminal record clearance on Licensing Information System (LIS). Per licensee, currently she does not have assistant. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 2 of 5 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 09/2025. Licensee completed required mandated reporter training on 09/22/23. There are first aid supplies available on the premises in the closet in the hallway of bedrooms. LPA advised licensee that if a child shows signs of illness he/she/they shall be separated from other children. At 12:10 p.m., facility roster was reviewed and completed. Per licensee currently there are 4 children enrolled, one being licensee's biological child. LPA reviewed 2 children's records, including emergency information from 2 enrolled children, and all 2 reviewed files were completed. Per licensee, she does not provide transportation. The licensee has proof of immunization against influenza and pertussis. Licensee did not have proof of immunization for measles. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, and document the date and time of each drill. Per licensee, she has not conduct fire drill for a long time. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted at the wall in the daycare area. LPA observed a 7.5 feet, big trampoline in the backyard in the children daycare area and per licensee children play on the trampoline. Currently licensee has outstanding balance of $980. LPA mailed certified letters regarding her license outstanding balance on 08/28/23 and 01/24/24, and LPA has not heard back from licensee. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. There is telephone service via a a cellphone that is used and the cellphone stays at the facility during operation hours. Per licensee she does not carry liability insurance or a bond in accordance with standard established by Family Child Care statue. Signed statements (LIC282) on 2 reviewed file. INFANT CARE: Per licensee, currently she has two (20 months old) infants enrolled in her daycare. Per licensee, infants sleep in the living room where they are under supervision. LPA informed licensee Infants shall be checked on every 15 minutes and the time of each 15- minute check shall be documented with child\342\200\231s name and date. Licensee did not have nap chart for two current infants. The LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan shall be completed for each infant up to 12 months of age. LPA observed LIC 9227 on two infants files. A copy of the LIC 9227 was provided to Licensee. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 3 of 5 SAFE SLEEP : LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee, and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforescources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resoucrces/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 http://www/cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Boppy recall: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/The-Boppy-Company-Recalls-Over-3-Million-Original-Newborn-Loungers-Boppy-Preferred-Newborn-Loungers-and-Pottery-Barn-Kids-Boppy-Newborn-Loungers-After-8-Infant-Deaths-Suffocation-Risk Medication: Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed . The licensee states that she will provide IMS. Per licensee, there are no children enrolled that require IMS at this time. 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 . LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.ccld.ca.gov . The following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809 (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 & safety. LPA Eivazian informed licensee, Sylvia Amador that this report dated 06/12/2025 document(s) 3 Type A citations. Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 4 of 5 Also, LPA Eivazian informed the licensee, Sylvia Amador to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 06/12/25 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Licensee, Sylvia Amador 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, Sylvia Amador confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licen see , Sylvia Amador. REPORT END 5 of 5