Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On March 6, 2025, at 12:25pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Carter conducted an Unannounced Annual / Random inspection and met with licensees Rigoberto & Miroslava Elizarraraz
.
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. Licensees\342\200\231 states there are currently six (6) children enrolled. Licensee provides care to children ages ranging from
newborn to 14 years of age. Licensee reports the facility\342\200\231s hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00am to 6:00pm. Licensee does not provide overnight care but does provide transportation.
This is a single story home which consists of four (4) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, living room, kitchen / dining area and attached garage. Areas used by the children include the living room in passing, children's dining/activity area adjacent to living room (main care area), one bedroom used as an activity room, one bathroom near the activity room, and one bedroom used as infant napping room. Per Licensee, areas off-limits to children and parents include
two (2) bedrooms, one (1) bathroom, and kitchen. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary.
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 area 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 04/13/23 does not meet requirement. Licensee was reminded that disaster drills shall be conducted at least once every six months.
Smoke /carbon monoxide detectors observed by LPA in the activity room and living room were tested and operable at the time of inspection. LPA observed the AB10BC fire extinguisher with last service date of 2/21/25. LPA observed an A/C wall unit in the day care activity room. LPA observed a barricaded wall heater in t
he home.
LPA observed age appropriate toys and learning materials available for children in care, free of loose and sharp parts. The children use the bathroom next to the activity room. LPA did not observe hazards in the bathroom. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications are stored in an off-limits area of the home inaccessible to children in care. 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 isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked is the activity area, supervised away from the other children in care. Per licensee, food is provided for children in care breakfast, lunch, and snack. 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. LPA observed age appropriate toys for children in care. Per Licensee, children are supervised while playing outside LPA observed yard has grass and 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:
Licensee does not have any infants enrolled at time of inspection. Licensee was reminded that infants must have their own crib /play yard. Infant mattresses must be firm with tightly fitted sheets, must not have loose object, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the cribs. Napping equipment shall 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 0-24months.
Overnight Care
: There is no overnight care provided at the moment. LPA 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.
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 files.
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Licensees\342\200\231 records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, 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 and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Licensees did not have the required Mandated Reporter Training. Licensees\342\200\231 will complete training and submit proof to LPA.
\342\200\224Pediatric CPR / First aid Card valid until: 01/27/26
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Licensee stated they do not have any children that needs medication administer, or any children with allergies in care at this time.
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Licensee stated that there are no smokers in the home.
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Licensee states there are no pets in the home. LPA did not observe any pets at time of inspection.
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Licensee stated there are no weapons, or firearms in the home.
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Licensee stated there are no bodies of water around the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water at time of inspection.
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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.
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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 childcare 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.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Rigoberto Eliazrraraz.
Appeal Rights Given
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