Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilli Babcock conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. A COVID risk assessment was conducted. LPA met with Licensee, Blanca Carrillo, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. Per Licensee, there are 11 children currently enrolled. There were seven children, Licensee, and licensees assistant present upon arrival. The licensee was observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations.
The licensee states that two adults and no children currently live in the home. Per Licensee, there is one assistant employed by the facility. All adults living in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance.
This is a single-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, playroom which is entered through the backyard or via a door outside the home next to the garage, and garage which has been converted into a bedroom and bathroom.
Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include 2 bedrooms, one bathroom, the garage/bedroom and bathroom, and the front yard. The children have access to living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, playroom, one bedroom by the front door of the home, one bathroom, and the backyard.
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Licensee guided analyst on a tour of the facility. During this visit, all areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were toured and inspected and the following was observed.
Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted next to the door leading to the outside of the home. A current children’s roster was available for review.
There is telephone service via a cellphone that stays at the facility during operation hours. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm. There is central air and heating in the home. LPA observed a fireplace in the living room that is screened, and the screen is screwed to the fireplace wall, making it inaccessible to children.
Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, there are no poisons on the premises, and none were observed on this day. LPA advised that any poisons should be locked under key or combination lock. Licensee states that there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home, and none were observed on this day.
The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 9/19/24, as indicated on the service tag. 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 8/2/24.
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The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are first aid supplies available. There are age-appropriate toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements in form of playpens and cots were observed.
Licensee states that she is currently caring for three infants. LPA observed sleep logs for the infants.
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 and other materials for children to play with. Licensee states there are pets or no bodies of water on the premises, and none were observed by LPA on this day.
Children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information, and were observed to be complete.
Licensee records were reviewed. LPA observed that the Licensee does have proof of pertussis, measles and influenza immunizations, and the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file with expiration on 9/22/25.
The licensee has completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 1/25/26. LPA observed the First Aid/CPR card to have the two EMSA stickers.
LPA issued an LIC 857, Children’s Record Review, and LIC 859, Staff Record Review to the licensee which documents staff and children’s files reviewed during this inspection.
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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: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility.
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
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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-andresources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource.
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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/
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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 Blanca Carrillo, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
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 the licensee, Blanca Carrillo.
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