Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Roxana Lopez conducted an unannounced annual random inspection to the above facility. Previous attempted visit was conducted on 5/20/25. LPA met with Guadalupe Ornelas, who the purpose of the inspection was announced. Licensee, guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Per Licensee, there is 1 child that are currently enrolled. A current children\342\200\231s roster was available for review.
The licensee states that 4 adults currently live in the home. 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.
This is a one- story home which consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen- dining room garage and backyard (fenced- divided in three). The children have access to living room, kitchen-dining room, 1 bathroom, 1 bedroom and side part of the front of backyard (accessible through the bedroom door that leads to the front of backyard). Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, garage front and back part of the yard. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. 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 (central). The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection. --------------pg. 1 of 4 ------------------
Areas inaccessible for children were observed to be locked. The bathroom that the children was observed to be safe and sanitary.
Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications
were observed to be inaccessible to children. Poisons
are locked in an off limits shed.
There are toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements in form of cots and playpens were observed.
The required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher was last serviced on 4/7/2025, as indicated on service tag. LPA Lopez did observed a fireplace in the family room which was barricaded and inaccessible for children in care. 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 3/13/2025.
Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted in the front entrance.
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.
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 child care facility.
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Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home.
Currently, children are using the side part of 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. LPA advised Licensee, to clear out spider webs from the yard.
LPA observed 3 cats, 2 dogs, Bird Habitat/ Sanctuary (various birds), Fish tank and Various Farms animals on the premises. LPA observed all animals to be off limits for children in care.
The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations.
Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed, including emergency information and were observed to be complete.
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 10/12/2026. There are first aid supplies available. LPA observed that the Licensee do have proof of immunization record and the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file.
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 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
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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.
During the exit interview, the Licensee Guadalupe Ornelas, 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 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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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 Licensee Guadalupe Ornelas.
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