Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alicia Mooberry conducted an unannounced
Annual Random
Inspection on this date. Upon arrival LPA met with Lidia Campos and Maria Campos, Assistants. Licensee arrived at 3:20pm. LPA informed of the purpose of inspection and provided form LIC 126, Inspection Entrance Checklist. The staff provided tour of facility. LPA inspected rooms/areas on the facility sketch in which child-care services are provided and to which children have access. Per licensee the current hours of care provided are Monday \342\200\223 Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm.
There were 13 children present. Also present were three (three) additional staff and one (1) volunteer. All adults required to obtained the background clearance have done so. LPA discussed volunteer requirements. Individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. This is a one story 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home which consist of a living room, kitchen, office, detached garage, additional dwelling unit (ADU) located in backyard, fenced front yard and fenced backyard.
Areas accessible to children include all bedrooms, living room, and one bathroom located in hallway. Rooms in the home are purposed as Centers: the living room (Quiet and Art area), Bedroom1 by front door (Infant room), Room 2 (House Area), Room 3 (Block Area/TV room). Children nap in the House area and Block area. Infants nap in the Infant Room. LPA observed mats and bedding available for children in care.
The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available.
Off limits areas include the office, kitchen, backyard where the ADU and storage unit is located, one bathroom (in bedroom).
All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. ------ Page 1 \342\200\223 Report Continues
LPA observed the facility license, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form posted by entrance to the home visible to parent/guardians of children in care. LPA reviewed current Children\342\200\231s Roster form LIC 9040, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A), and Emergency drill log - last drill completed on April 2025.
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged purchase receipt dated 6/9/25 was observed. Licensee was reminded that fire extinguisher needs to be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone.
LPA observed that cleaning compounds, poisons, chemicals are in locked storage unit in the backyard inaccessible to children in care. Detergents are located in kitchen made inaccessible by safety gate at the entrance to kitchen. The bathroom that children use is in the hallway observed to be clean and free of hazards.
Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. The facility does not have a pool or similar bodies of water. Licensee confirmed that there are no pets in the home. Per Licensee, area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the office, supervised and away from the other children.
Outdoor play area is in the front yard and observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other age appropriate materials. There is a two-level wooded and plastic play structure, which is anchored to the ground with cushioned material under structure. Per licensee, the children are supervised by multiple staff while they play outside.
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)
Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, 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.
LPA discussed capacity requirements for a large license, water safety and reporting requirements. ------- Page 2, Report continues
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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.
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
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 the LPA's observations and records review no deficiencies are cited during this inspection.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights were discussed and provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Marina Silva.