Facility-requested visit·December 2, 2025

On 12/02/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kruz Long conducted an announced Case Management licensee-initiated inspection due to Licensee is requesting capacity increase. Upon arrival, LPA met with Licensee Chen Zuo who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. LPA observed 5 children and 2 caregivers. Operating hours are from 8:30am to 6:00pm. Fire Safety Inspection clearance was granted on 11/21/2025. This is a two story home with: First floor contains a living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and attached garage. Second floor contains 5 bedrooms and 3 restrooms. Main care is provided in the living room, dining area, first floor restroom and rear yard. Off limit areas are the kitchen and entire second floor. (There is a round water fountain located in the front yard approximately 2 1/2 feet in diameter. Water fountain is empty of water. Per Licensee, children do not have access to the front yard.) Per Licensee, there are 2 adults and 2 children residing in the home (Licensee, husband, 2 minor children). All adults have criminal record clearance. The home is clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated. Licensee's poisons, detergent, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to child are stored where they are inaccessible to children. LPA observed working smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector, fully charged fire extinguisher, and working cellular telephones. Fireplace is securely screened. There are several age-appropriate toys and a first aid kit on the premises. Per the licensee, there are no firearms on the premises. Fireplace in the dining area is securely screened. Barricades between care areas and off limit areas were observed. Licensee has current First Aid and CPR, expires 06/2026. Outdoor play areas are fenced. Cots are provided for napping. Licensee is Mandarin speaking. page 1 of 5 The licensee has completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com , expires on 07/19/2026. All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years. The following was discussed with the Licensee/Applicant: Capacity requirements, Notification of Parent's Rights, Roster requirements (keep updated names and blue sheet), Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children\342\200\231s files and provider\342\200\231s files, Safe Sleep and information on shaking baby syndrome . The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. Applicant reminded that 100% supervision is required at all times to children in care. Applicant was advised on how to access forms and Regulations for Family Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov . Applicant was made aware that it is her responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Applicant advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility\342\200\231s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family child care home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category. Criminal Record Clearance- FCCH Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. Licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B (Same day/ASAP or within next business day within normal business hours 8-5 and written report within 7 days). Pamphlet providing Information regarding, Seat Belt Safety and Notification of Parent's Rights poster (Monterey Park Regional Child Care Office) was provided. The "Notification of Parent's Rights" poster must be posted in an area of the home accessible to parents. The information regarding new legislation with regards to exemptions and Parent\342\200\231s Rights was also discussed. page 2 of 5 LIcensee was advised that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days . If a serious violation is cited, a copy of the licensing report (LIC809 or LIC9099) must also be posted for 30 days. If these requirements are not met, civil penalties in the amount of $100 per violation will be assessed. Copies of the reports must also be provided to each parent when a serious deficiency, Type A, is cited (LIC9224). Landlord Consent- FCCH The Licensee provided proof of control of property. LICENSEE RENTS/LEASES THE HOME AND HAS LANDLORD CONSENT: Because the LIcensee rents/leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC 9151) that the applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. The applicant obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149). Incidental Medical Services (IMS)- FCCH This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Review of records to be maintained- FCCH LPA reviewed with Licensee the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep in your Family Child Care Home, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Entrance Checklist was provided to the Licensee. Licensee informed to review Quarterly updates/regulations for 2015-2023 on the department website: Summer 2015 - Incidental Medical Services information. --Licensee was advised visit www.shotsforschool.org for Immunization information. --Licensee was informed of responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse, 1-800-827-8724 page 3 of 5 --Family Child Care Providers (Disaster Planning information): https://ccld.family-child-care-providers/disaster-planning-and-fire-safety/ https://ccld.family-child-care-providers/disaster-planning-and-fire-safety/ --Child Care Videos: https://ccld.childcarevideos.org --Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov --Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations. Safe Sleep- FCCH 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 [applicant, licensee, or facility representative] of the importance of checking for and removing 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. Megan\342\200\231s Law- FCCH Megan\342\200\231s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility address. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ. MyChildCarePlan.org- FCCH Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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. Applicant is ready for licensure. page 4 of 5 Subscribe to CCLD Important Information- Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters, and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/communitycare-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. 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 . At this time, the Licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Facility is ready to be licensed for a large family child care home. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee. page 5 of 5