Pre-licensing visit·June 23, 2025

This inspection was conducted in Spanish Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an announced Pre-Licensing inspection at the above facility on 06/23/25 at 09:10 a.m. The inspection conducted on this date is for a pending change of location application for a large family child care home. The Monterey Park Regional Office received an approved fire clearance on 06/11/25. The previous home was licensed under facility number #198020984. LPA met with applicant Elma Garcia Cruz who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Operation hours will be Monday through Friday 06:00am \342\200\223 05:00pm. Applicant states she will care for children 0 months \342\200\223 12 years old. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected, including but not limited to, off limit areas. This is a one-story home which consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, front yard (fenced), driveway, patio (fenced), and detached garage. Parent will access the front yard for pick up/drop off. Per applicant, family members residing in the home are 2 adults and 2 minors. Licensee states there are 2 small dogs on the premises. Per applicant, all individuals present or living in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing, or volunteering in a licensed home. \342\200\242 Day care areas: living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, front bedroom (near entrance/playroom), 1 bathroom, and patio. \342\200\242 Off limit areas: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, front yard, driveway, and detached garage. Page 1 of 5 **Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours** The Applicant does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. Areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Tour began in the dining room where LPA observed materials and equipment for children. Adjacent to the dining room is the front bedroom, living room, hallway leading to the children's bathroom, 1 bedroom, kitchen, laundry room, 2 nd hallway leading to 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. LPA toured the front bedroom which is converted into a playroom where LPA observed additional materials and equipment for children. There were 2 cribs that meet title 22 regulations. Down the first hallway, LPA toured the children\342\200\231s bathroom and observed it to be safe and in sanitary conditions. Applicant has a child proof lock on the bathroom cabinet where LPA observed cleaning products and shampoos inaccessible to children. At the end of the hallway there is 1 bedroom with furniture and will be inaccessible to children. LPA then toured the living room and observed furniture. The kitchen was toured and was observed to be safe. Applicant has placed a child proof lock on the kitchen cabinets that contain cleaning products, knives, and medications. Knives and Medications are kept on an up high cabinet. Down the hallway from the kitchen there are 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The laundry room is located near the kitchen. The laundry room is accessible; however, detergents are inaccessible to children. Children will exit through the back door/kitchen to access the patio. LPA observed the garage is locked and inaccessible to children. Ill children will be isolated from other day care children and will wait in the living room until parents arrive. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, sharp objects, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children were observed to be inaccessible to the children. Per applicant, there are no poisons on the premises. The applicant was advised that any poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. LPA observed (1) fire extinguisher: in the dining room. The 2A10BC fire extinguisher was fully charged and was serviced on 10/01/24, per the attached service tag. The applicant was advised that the fire extinguisher must be serviced yearly or purchase a new one and keep receipt. Per applicant, food will be provided to all children in care. The applicant was advised that if food is brought from the children\342\200\231s homes, all containers must be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Page 2 of 5 At 09:15 a.m. LPA toured the patio located behind the house. Children will access the patio by walking through the kitchen, driveway, and detached garage. Applicant has a door that fully closes to access the patio. When children use the patio, applicant will ensure that the door is closed to prevent children from accessing the driveway. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials. LPA advised the applicant to check with the American Standard Testing Materials for Playground Guidelines and/or to use the manufactures recommendations for the playground equipment in efforts to be more in line with safety guidelines. Applicant understands that children should be supervised at all times. Applicant tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at 09:22 a.m. and were observed to be in operable condition. The applicant has completed the required Health and Safety Training, Nutrition Training and Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires 01/06/26. There are first aid supplies available. Telephone service is via a cell phone and will remain at the facility during operation hours. Applicant\342\200\231s home is equipped with wall air conditioner with heat unit. Per applicant, there are no firearms, no weapons on the premises. LPA did not observe any of the above mentioned during this inspection. Per applicant, there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, hot tubs, fishponds, or similar bodies of water during the inspection. The following was discussed with the applicant: 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, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. 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, Immunization (TDAP, MMR, Influenza), mandated reporter training and a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license. Page 3 of 5 \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 Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. LIC624B was provided. \342\200\242 Smoking is prohibited in a family child care home. Inspection Authority: All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Departments 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. 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 applicant has proof of immunizations. Applicant understands that each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year and record must be kept of vaccine or declination letter. Mandated Reporter Training: H&S 1596.8662: Beginning January 1, 2018, all licensed providers, applicants, directors, and employees to complete training as specified on mandated reporter duties. Mandated Reporter Training must be taken every two years. Training is available at: www.mandatedreporterca.com Per applicant, she does carry liability insurance or a bond in accordance with standard established by Family Child Care statue. Signed statements (LIC282) will be in children\342\200\231s files. The law requires Family Child Care provider to carry liability insurance or bond in the amount of $300,000 annually or to maintain the signed statement in the facility file. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep , as an additional resource. LPA also informed applicant 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. Page 4 of 5 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 . On this date, 06/10/25, 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. Applicant 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. The applicant provided proof of control of property. 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-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. A change of location for a large family child care license will be granted pending final file review. Facility is ready to be licensed. Once licensed, the applicant is required to adhere to the terms and limitations stated on the license. 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 the penalty of perjury that the statements on the application and any attachments are correct. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant Elma Garcia Cruz. Page 5 of 5