Routine inspection·July 12, 2024

At 1:15 pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced annual random inspection to the above facility. met with Karla Garcia Castillon, Licensee who guided analysts on a tour of the facility. Per Licensee, there are 11 children currently enrolled. A current children’s roster was available for review. There were 4 children present upon arrival. Also present during the inspection was CO- Licensee Juan Garcia Castillon. The licensee states that 3 adults and 3 children currently live in the home. Per Licensee, they do not have any assistants at this time. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in the licensed child care home. Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home. This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, back house (empty), laundry room, front yard and backyard (fenced). The children have access to living room, dining room, 1 bathroom, and backyard. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, back house and part of backyard. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. LPA observed all off limit areas to be inaccessible to children in care. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. There is telephone service via a cellphone that stays at the facility during operation hours. There is ventilation and heating. The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- pg. 1 of 4 ------------------------------------------------------------- Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. Poisons are locked under key in an off limits room. The restroom that children use was observed to be safe and sanitary. The required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher was last serviced on 5/3/2024, as indicated on service tag. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. 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 3/20/2024. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted in the living room. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements in form of cots and crib were observed. 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. 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. At 2:00 pm LPA observed that infant enrolled does not have a current sleeping log on file. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, Trampolines and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family childcare facility. -------------------------------------------------------------- pg. 2 of 4 ------------------------------------------------------------------ Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. LPA observed the backyard to be divided in two by a fence. The back part of the yard was lock making it inaccessible for children. LPA observed that the outdoor yard had toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA advised that outdoor toys should be cleaned- per Licensee they are getting rid of most of the toys and replacing them. There are 2 dogs on the premises- LPA observed 2 small dogs in a cage in the back yard, LPA did observed a child’s cot inside the cage. Per Licensee, the cot is in there for the dogs to use, since they have older children enrolled- the cot is extra. The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. At 2:00 pm children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information, and were observed to be complete. 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 11/5/2026 and 3/9/2026. There are first aid supplies available. LPA observed that the Licensee and assistant do have proof of immunization record. LPA observed that both Licensees, Have a valid Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. 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/ . ----------------------------------------------------------------- pg. 3 of 4 --------------------------------------------------------------- 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. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on line at: www.ccld.ca.gov . 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. During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Karla Garcia 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 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/inspection-process . Based on the LPA’s 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’s health & safety. 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee, Karla Garcia Castillon. ------------------------------------------------------ Page. 4 of 4 ---------------------------------------------