Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Lilli Babcock and Monica Ruiz conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. A COVID risk assessment was conducted. LPAs met with Licensee, Karla German, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. LPAs observed 9 children and licensee present at the time of our arrival. Per Licensee, there are 9 children currently enrolled. There were 9 children present upon arrival. Three of the nine children present were infants under the age of two (2) and six of the children were ages 2-5 years. Per licensee none of the children present are enrolled in transitional kindergarten, kindergarten, or elementary school. Names and ages of all children present at time of inspection, were recorded. The licensee was observed to be operating outside of the license capacity limitations.
The licensee states that two adults, and no children currently live in the home. Adults residing in the home are the licensee and her spouse who is fingerprint cleared. Per Licensee, there are no assistants employed by the facility. All adults living in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance.
This is a one story home that consists of 3 bedrooms, 1 restroom, kitchen, dining room, living room/day care room, front yard, backyard (fenced) and divided and a detached garage.
The backyard is divided by a gate, one side is a designated play area, and the other side is off limits.
Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include 3 bedrooms, off limits section of backyard and a detached garage. The children have access to living room, dining room, 1 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 in the liking room/day care room of the home.
There is telephone service via a cellphone that stays at the facility during operation hours. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 4:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 9:00 PM – 3:00 AM. Licensee cares for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.
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. LPAs 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 10/26/24, 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.
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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 playpen and cots were observed.
Licensee states she is caring for three infants, and six children ages 2-5 years. LPAs observed the infants’ files to be missing the Infant Sleep Log and the Individual Infant Sleep Plan (LIC 9227). Licensee states that she checks on sleeping infants every 15 minutes but has not been keeping a record.
LPAs observed a two-tiered water fountain on a table, used for hand washing, in the off-limits section of the backyard. The fountain is on a table next to the stairs children use to enter the house from the backyard. LPAs advised licensee to remove fountain from premises.
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.
LPAs observed a baby walker in the section of the backyard accessible to children. Infant walker was not in use and was stored under a highchair. LPAs advised licensee to remove baby walker. LPAs observed licensee remove baby walker during visit.
Children’s records were reviewed.LPAs observed 4 of 9 children’s records reviewed to be missing proof of immunization's. Licensee records were reviewed and observed to be complete. LPA observed that the Licensee does have proof of pertussis, measles and influenza immunization's, and the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file with expiration on 2/12/2027.
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 2/11/2027. LPAs observed Pediatric CPR card to have EMSA stickers on back.
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LPAs 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.
There is 1 dog on the premises. Per licensee, dog is inaccessible to children in care and has immunization records.
Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home.
LPAs did not observe the following items during the inspection: Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility.
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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.
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LPAs 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.
LPAs 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 Karla German, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
Based on LPA’s observations and record reviews, 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 and safety.
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LPAs Lilli Babcock and Monica Ruiz informed facility representative Karla German that this report dated 2/25/2025 document(s) 1 Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.
Also, LPAs Lilli Babcock and Monica Ruiz informed the facility representative to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 2/25/25 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Karla German.
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