Facility-requested visit·July 28, 2025

On July 28, 2025, at 9:30a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Keneisha Dunlap arrived at the above facility for the purpose of an unannounced Case Management- Licensed Initiated. LPA Dunlap announced the purpose of the visit and was granted entry into the facility by Licensee- Mario Amaro. There are 8 children enrolled, and 5 children present at the time of inspection. The hours of operation are Monday- Friday from 4:00a.m.-11:30p.m. The Licensee serves children ages 0 to 12 years of age. The License, Earthquake Disaster Checklist (LIC9148), Disaster Plan (LIC610A), and PUB 394 (Parent's Rights) were all observed to be posted. The Licensee maintains a current LIC 9040 (facility roster). The most recent disaster drill was conducted on March 25, 2025, and documented in the disaster drill log. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen/dining room, living room, a detached garage, front yard and fenced backyard. The off limit areas include 1 bedroom, kitchen/dining room, living room, detached garage and front yard. Bedroom (Main Care Area): This area has hard wood floors with area rug, foam mats, couch, a playpen, manipulative items, dramatic play items, books, language arts items, and age-appropriate toys, and tables and chairs. The cots/mats are stored in this area. This is where the children nap as well. LPA Dunlap observed all furnishings, equipment, and materials were in good condition. Outdoor Play Area (Back Yard): The fenced back yard is a covered patio for shade, and canopy area, age-appropriate Page 1 of 4 toys, bikes, scooters, dramatic play items, manipulative play items, arts & crafts items, water & sand equipment, mini basketball hoop, playhouse, changing station, and age-appropriate tables & chairs. LPA Dunlap observed all furnishings, equipment, and materials were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Bathroom: The bathroom features an operable toilet and sink. The cabinets have personal hygiene items stored with safety latches making it inaccessible to children in care. Kitchen: While an off-limits area, the kitchen was observed to have a safety door knob with a lock making it inaccessible to children. The knives are stored high, and all cabinets and drawers have safety latches making it inaccessible to children in care. The home is ventilated by a HVAC system. An operable fire system with a pull-down alarm and siren located in the main care area. LPA Dunlap observed two 2A 10BC fire extinguishers with a service tag dated December 9, 2024, hung in the main care area. LPA Dunlap observed an operable carbon monoxide detector. LPA Dunlap observed an operable smoke detector. The Licensee confirmed the following: Meals are provided for children. A cell phone is used for communication. The facility does not currently administer medication. Sick children are isolated in the main care area in the corner on a mat. There are no firearms in the home. There are no smokers in the home. Transportation is not provided for children. Page 2 of 4 A first aid kit is available. There are no large bodies of water on the premises. There are no pets on the premises. Staff Files Staff #1's file contains all required licensing documents and their immunization record. CPR certification expires on June 2, 2026. Mandated Reporter training expires on June 10, 2026. Staff #2's file contains all required licensing documents and their immunization record. CPR certification expires on June 2, 2026. Mandated Reporter training expires on June 10, 2026. Preventative Health & Safety Certificate. Children Files Child #1's file contains all required licensing forms, and their immunization record. 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 Licensee- Mario Amaro 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. Page 3 of 4 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Licensee- Mario Amaro 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 Licensee- Mario Amaro 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 22-02- 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)/ (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-carecenters/ . Licensee- Mario Amaro was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; 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. During the exit interview, the Licensee- Mario Amaro 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. No deficiencies issued during today\342\200\231s visit. Appeal rights explained and given to Licensee- Mario Amaro. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee- Mario Amaro. Page 4 of 4