Incident investigation·June 13, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) ALicia Mooberry and Portia Bowden conducted an unannounced case management inspection to the above facility. LPAs met with Liliana Rivas, Assistant and informed of the reason for the visit. LPAs inspected the home, there were six (6) children present including one napping infant, Child #1 age 9 months was observed sleeping in a stroller in the outdoor play area, posing a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. Also present during this inspection was Armando Jimenez, Licensee's adult son. The licensee arrived at 10:05am. The licensee reported on 6/7/24 that an above ground pool will be installed in the backyard in area that is inaccessible to children in care. LPAs observed an above ground pool with no water in it (Bestway Pool Set 18 ft x 48 in.). LPAs observed that the pool in not barricaded and the back emergency exit door leads to the backyard. LPA Mooberry discussed the requirements to having a pool on the premises. The licensee agrees not to fill the pool until the family has installed the required barriers or if the pool will be removed. LPAs will conduct a follow up visit to ensure the health and safety of children in care and to ensure that Licensee is in compliance. LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulation and referenced PIN 20-24-CCP, and provided a copy of LIC 9227. LPA reviewed with Licensee items prohibited in FCCH, no baby bouncers, no infant walkers, No Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility. LPA Mooberry provided technical assistance on required documentation for staff and children files. The facility is cited one (1) type B deficiency per California Code of Regulation Title 22. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit made by a licensing representative. Exit interview was conducted with Antonia Jimenez, Licensee, including, but not limited to Appeal Procedures, Site Visit and Initial Appeal Rights.