Pre-licensing visit·June 11, 2025

On Wednesday June 11 2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Kamile Martin and LPM Christina Gableman conducted an announced Pre-Licensing inspection on this date for the purpose of inspecting the facility to ensure the health and safety standards as required by the regulations governing childcare homes are met for initial licensure. A copy of the Pre-licensing Entrance Checklist for Child Care homes form (LIC 9280) was provided. LPA met with applicant Leilnani Peapealalo who confirmed the family members residing in the home, that consists of 1 adult and 4 minors Present during this inspection were the Applicant and 3 of her own children and children in care were 5 children . Applicant is requesting a large (14 Capacity) family child-care home license. Per Applicant, operating hours will be Monday to Friday, 6:00AM to 6:00PM. Applicant states that they will care for children 6 weeks months \342\200\223 12 years of age. There are cameras in the facility and outside of the facility 24 hour surveillance. Applicant guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected, including but not limited to, off limit areas. This is a two-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, 2 fireplaces in off limit areas family room ,dining room ,formal living room, a balcony , front yard , backyard, side yard , 2 fountains non operable laundry room, and garage. Stairs leading to bed rooms is blocked by a gate. Applicant understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visits, if necessary. Per applicant, the children will have access to the bathroom, formal living room, and front yard, Areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, ventilation, and heating. Front yard has a fountain non operable which applicant will remove water immediately and provide photos water was removed . Off-limits areas include upstairs bedrooms, balcony, and restroom. which will be kept locked during operating hours and the kitchen which was observed to have a door which will remain locked in place making it inaccessible to the children in care a fireplace is located in the kitchen. As well as the main living room and office area Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and sharp objects are inaccessible in areas designated off limits for children. The applicant stated that she does have poisons locked in the garage and laundry room LPA observed all outlets with childproof outlet covers located in areas that children will have access to. Page 2 of 10 Per applicant the ill-isolation area will be in the dining room. The formal living room will be the main day care area. Applicant stated that children will nap in the living room and eat in the formal living room room. LPA\342\200\231s observed mats as napping equipment. LPA\342\200\231s observed age-appropriate toys, manipulatives, books and other materials available. The applicant states that the facility will provide breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks . Applicant was reminded to label and store all outside food properly. LPA\342\200\231s observed the smoke detector not in operable order carbon monoxide alarm tested and verified to be in operable condition. LPA\342\200\231s also observed the required fire extinguisher (2A 10BC) not located in the home applicant ordered the fire extinguisher and will have it delivered she has emailed the receipt verifying purchase on 6/11/25. Per applicant there are no weapons or firearms currently in the facility and LPA did not observe any on this visit. LPA\342\200\231s did not observe a swimming pool, but other bodies of water which are non operable fountains were observed on the children\342\200\231s playground and in the off limits area side yard. LPA\342\200\231s observed a parent board with the required postings: Parents Rights PUB394, Emergency disaster plan LIC610A, Earthquake Preparedness Checklist LIC9148, and Car Seat PUB 269. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: page 3 of 10 https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safesleep , as an additional resource. LPA also informed [applicant, licensee, or facility representative] 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. The applicant has completed the required Health and Safety Training, Nutrition Training and Pediatric First Aid and CPR, of which expires 06/26. Applicant completed mandated reporter training and expires 7/4/26. LPA also observed first aid supplies available in the premises. 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) 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 At time of inspection the following was discussed with the applicant: Page 4 of 10 Criminal Record Clearance-Applicant 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. \342\200\242 Inspection Authority: All adults living and working in the home shall be made aware of the Department\342\200\231s right to inspection of 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, review documentation and observe off limit areas if needed. The facility license number must be on all advertisements, publications or announcements with the intent to attract clients. \342\200\242 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). \342\200\242 Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA\342\200\231s advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. Page 5 of 10 \342\200\242 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 (Tdap), & measles (MMR). The licensee & all adults working with children must have proof of immunizations. \342\200\242 Mandated Reporter Training: H&S 1596.8662: Beginning January 1, 2018, all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees are to complete training as specified on mandated reporter duties. Training is available at: www.mandatedreporterca.com \342\200\242 LPA\342\200\231s advised the applicant how to access forms, regulations, and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov LPA\342\200\231s reviewed with applicant the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant. \342\200\242 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 and CPR training, Immunizations (TDAP, MMR, Influenza), mandated reporter training and a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license. \342\200\242 Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the License may be terminated. Page 6 of 10 The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced or purchased annually per State Fire Marshall standards. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. \342\200\242 Reporting Requirements: 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. \342\200\242 Reporting Requirements: Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. \342\200\242 Fire and safety drills must be performed every months and documented for review by the Department. \342\200\242 Smoking is prohibited in a family childcare homes. \342\200\242 Children and Staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and must be available for review by the Department. If Children and Staff leave the day care all records must be maintained for 3 years after leaving. Children\342\200\231s roster LIC9040 must be maintained, kept running and available for review upon request. \342\200\242 No infant walkers, no Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, no trampolines and any other item that falls into those category\342\200\231s, are not permitted in the facility. Page 8 of 10 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/community-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Applicant\342\200\231s email address was verified/obtained during this inspection. The applicant was advised that the email may be public information. MyChildCarePlan.org \342\200\223 Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. On, 08/30/2024, the California Attorney General - 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 addresses. 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. The applicant\342\200\231s signature on this report acknowledges that they have signed the Application for a Family Child Care Home License (LIC 279) under penalty of perjury that the statements on the application and any attachments are correct. Page 9 of 10 The applicant\342\200\231s signature on this report acknowledges that they have signed the Application for a Family Child Care Home License (LIC 279) under penalty of perjury that the statements on the application and any attachments are correct. Based on licensing staff observations, the application will be submitted for final review to the department. Once licensed, the applicant is required to adhere to the terms and limitations stated on the license. Exit interview was conducted with Leinani Peapealalo and report was reviewed with the applicant A notice of site visit was provided to applicant. Appeal rights were provided and discussed. Page 9 of 10 Corrections needed by Friday 6/13/25 before license issued Water removed from fountain in the front yard Rose bush removed from front yard Remove branches coming through gates Remove baby walker from facility Remove debris/ spider webs from shade cover Operable smoke detector