Routine inspection·May 14, 2025

On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with licensee Anna who guided LPA Perry on a tour of the facility. Family members residing in the home have been discussed with licensee and are cleared. LPA observed 0 children present. LPA Perry observed facility to be within ratio. Operating hours are Monday to Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and care for children ages 0 to 13 years old. The home consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, office, kitchen, living room, front yard, backyard which is fenced, and detached garage. Per Licensee Anna, the children use bathroom located in living room and portion of the backyard. Areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, ventilation, and heating. Per Licensee Anna, the home has central air and heating. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, sharp objects, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children are inaccessible in areas designated for children. Anna states that there are no poisons on the premises. LPA advised licensee Anna that any poisons are required to be locked under key or combination lock. Based on the Facility Sketch submitted, areas off-limits to children and parents are: bedrooms, office, front yard, portion of backyard and the detached garage. All areas inaccessible for children were observed to have a security gate making them inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed the furniture, children’s materials, to be in good condition and age appropriate. LPA did not observe a fireplace and did observe a wall heater that is located in an off-limit area and made in accessible to the children in care. LPA observed 1 crib for infants and cots for the older children and observed to be free from bumper pads, blankets, pillows and hanging items. LPA Perry observed cleaning compounds items, stored in the kitchen making it inaccessible for children. LPA observed the knives and sharp objects stored inside the kitchen cabinet making it inaccessible for children to open. For water drinking, licensee stated she provides water bottles. The licensee stated the facility provides a.m. snack, lunch, and dinner. LPA informed licensee any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies nor on medication. LPA Perry entered the bathroom and observed the toilet, hand washing sink, hand soap and LPA did not observe hazard materials and observed the restroom to be in good condition. LPA reminded licensee and personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children. LPA Perry asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. The licensee stated she has no pets, no poisons and no bodies of water, no firearms, and no weapons. LPA did not observe pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, nor bodies of water. The license was informed that if any poisons (ex; drano, rat poison or items that fall into that category), firearms and weapons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock and firearm and ammunition must be stored separately. LPA Perry observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the kitchen and the valve on the green area indicating fully charged and purchased on 1/18/25. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm located in the living room area. Per licensee they are operable. LPA observed the first aid complete with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes and located in the kitchen cabinet. For ill isolation, licensee stated she utilizes a corner of the living room. LPA Perry observed the last emergency drill conducted on 4/16/2025. Per licensee, she provides transportation to school drop off and or pick ups. LPA Perry inspected the play outdoor (backyard) area that is utilized by children for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed the backyard to be fenced. LPA Perry observed the play equipment to be age appropriate and in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. For outdoor water drinking, children bring out their water bottles. LPA Perry observed licensee Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification dated 7/15/25 and Health and Safety certification dated 6/25/2023 and licensee has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Licensee has completed the Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training expires September 12, 2025. Licensee was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com LPA Perry observed the postings License, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, and LIC 999 Facility sketch. LPA also reviewed children’s roster, children files including sleep logs and staff files. LPA observed the files to be complete. The following was also discussed with the licensee: 1. The following items are zero tolerance by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both. 2 Pediatric First Aid and CPR: American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) approved in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be present. 3. In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present, supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current Pediatric first aid/ CPR-adult-child- infant certification (EMSA approved), a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license, immunization's (MMR, TDAP, TB and Influenza or Influenza declination), AB 1207 Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Certificate. 4. A current roster of children enrolled must be available and maintained for a period of 3 years, even after children are no longer attending the facility. 5. Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the license shall be terminated 6. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. 7. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home. 8. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing (refer to LIC 624B). Mandated reporter requirements were reviewed and explained. 9. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department. 10. Smoking is prohibited in the family childcare home. 11. Children and staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and be available for review by the Department. 12. Immunization Requirement: H&S 1597.622: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. The licensee and all adults working with children have proof of immunizations. 13. Inspection Authority: All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Department’s right to inspection the home, which includes, but is not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation. 14. The facility license number must be on all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients. 15. Isolation for Ill children: When a child is ill, he/she shall be separated from other children (reference 102417(e) Operation of a Family Child Care Home). 16. Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. 17. Dog(s) and/or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care. 18. No baby bouncers, no infant walkers, no Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, and any other item that falls into this category is not permitted in the 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 . Family Child Care Homes Licensee Anna 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. Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Anna 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 Anna 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 22-02CCP. 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/ . Family Child Care Homes Licensee Anna was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Currently the facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations and has no deficiency being cited on this day. The licensee Anna confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, and report was reviewed with the licensee Anna Lam, licensee. Appeal rights were provided and discussed.