Routine inspection·July 29, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nolan Tcheng conducted an unannounced random annual inspection to the above facility. At 1:15pm, LPA met with licensee, Ying Chen. Also present during this inspection, Licensee\342\200\231s Assistant . The licensee states that they currently has 5 children enrolled. A current children\342\200\231s roster is available and is current. Licensee\342\200\231s hours of operation are 8:30am-6:30pm Monday-Friday. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, front dining room, detached garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). The children use first bedroom (Activity Room), front dining room, kitchen, bathroom, and backyard. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: main bedroom, detached garage, and front yard. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. The licensee provides food for children in care. The licensee states that 3 adults and 0 minors currently live in the home. Persons living in the home are identified on a confidential form. Licensee states that they currently have one assistant who lives in home. All individuals present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed home. Per licensee, there are no weapons, firearms or bodies of water on the premises. At 1:25pm, LPA was led on a tour of the facility by the licensee. Upon entry into the home, LPA reviewed the front dining room. There were 4 children observed. LPA observed a couch and four high chairs. LPA observed two infant aged children in the high chairs and had fallen asleep. Per licensee, they finished eating and then fallen asleep. LPA asked why they were not moved to a crib, Licensee stated that LPA had arrived and they were about to move them to the cribs. Assistant and Licensee removed the children from high chair as they had woken up during LPA's arrival. LPA discussed safe sleep with Licensee and determined that Licensee is familiar and understanding of the requirements. REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 1 of 4 Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License are observed to be posted on the door of the entrance. The front bedroom was observed next. LPA observed 4 total cribs available for children in care to use. There are first aid supplies available. LPA observed Mats in the closet for children who are too big for cribs. The tour continued through the hallway to the bathroom. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger are inaccessible to children. The kitchen was reviewed for safety. Sharp knives were observed to be out of reach for the ages served. Stove was observed to have covers over the knobs. At 1:35pm, a fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was purchased on 06/22/2024 , as indicated on receipt. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Licensee states they were unaware they missed the renewal date and will buy a new one. An Adivsory Note is being provided. Per licensee, the kitchen area will be used as an area for an ill child until an authorized representative comes to pick up child. The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Licensee states that both landline and cell phone are used. At 1:45pm, LPA observed the back yard area. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. At this time, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. There were small slides, small swing set, and grass areas for the children to play. The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. At 2:05pm, facility records were reviewed. 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 07/2027 Licensee has completed mandated reporter training that expires on 12/11/2026. The licensee does have proof of immunization against influenza, tuberculosis, pertussis, and measles. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed, including but not limited to, a copy of the emergency information card that contains all the information speci\357\254\201ed by regulation. The following was discussed : -There are no pets on the premises. -Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that falls into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility. -Smoking is prohibited in a license family child care home. REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 2 of 4 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 . 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. 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 infant devices with CPSC to be notified of any recalls on 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; 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, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 3 of 4 Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809 (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\342\200\231s health & safety A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Ying Chen, at 3:10pm. Copy of report provided. END OF REPORT PAGE 4 of 4