Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On July 15, 2025, at 1:50pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Carter conducted an Unannounced Annual / Random inspection and met with licensee Marjani Williams
.
LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. Upon entry LPA observed (2) children napping on cots in the main care area. Licensee was provided a copy of the Facility Entrance Checklist.
All adults associated to the home were found to have criminal record clearance. There were (2) day care children present during today\342\200\231s inspection. Licensee states that there are currently (10) children enrolled. Licensee provides care to children ages ranging from 6 weeks to 13 years of age. Hours of operation are 24 hours 7 days a week. Licensee was advised care cannot be provided for any child for a continuous 24 hour period.
This is a single story home which consists of (4) bedrooms, (2) bathrooms, living room (day care area), kitchen, laundry room, and attached garage.
Areas accessible to children are:
the living room, hallway bathroom, and backyard. Laundry room is used in passing to the backyard.
Areas off limits to children are:
(4) bedrooms, (1) bathroom, kitchen and garage. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. LPA observed a safety gate at the kitchen and hallway entrances and safety knobs on off-limit doors making them inaccessible to children in care.
All areas identified on the facility sketch as accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety and comfort of the children.
LPA observed required posted documentation which included:
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Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA observed completed facility records including: LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 06/13/25.
Dual smoke/carbon monoxide detector observed to be operable but not tested at the time of inspection due to children napping. LPA observed the 2AB10BC fire extinguisher with purchase receipt date of 07/06/25. The facility has central air & heating and maintains telephone service via cell phone and landline.
LPA observed age appropriate toys and learning materials available for children in care, free of loose and sharp parts. In the living room, LPA observed a crib, changing table, and (2) highchairs against the wall. There is a variety of charts on the walls, toddler size table and chairs, and cubbies to store children\342\200\231s belongings. The children have access to the hallway bathroom. LPA did not observe any hazards in the bathroom. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications are stored in off-limit areas inaccessible to children in care. The Licensee states that there are no poisons in the home. The Licensee does understand that poison must be locked. The Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. The isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked is the main care area, supervised away from the other children in care. Per licensee, food is provided for children in care. LPA reminded licensee that any food brought from the children\342\200\231s homes shall be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated.
The children have access to the backyard for outside play. LPA observed age appropriate toys for children in care such as riding cars, water play tables, basketball court, and a play structure with swings and a slide with rubber cushion material underneath to absorb falls. Per Licensee, children are supervised while playing outside. LPA observed yard has adequate perimeter fencing through-out the property. Play area is free of loose and sharp articles or objects and all trees, shrubs, and plants are maintained. LPA did not observe any pools or similar bodies or water.
Infant Care:
Currently licensee does not have any infants enrolled. Licensee was advised that infants shall not be swaddled in care, and car seats shall only be used for transportation purposes and shall not be used for sleeping. LPA discussed the new Safe sleep regulation, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0 \342\200\223 24 months.
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Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). All required licensing forms are in file.
Licensee
records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.
\342\200\224Pediatric First Aid / CPR Card valid until: 07/01/26
\342\200\224Mandated Reporter AB1207 Completed: 07/07/24 valid for 2 years.
Licensee stated they do not have any children that needs medication administer, or any children with allergies in care at this time. Licensee confirms there are no weapons or firearms, there are no smokers in the home, there are no pets in the home, and there are no pools or similar bodies of water.
During the inspection, children present was observed to be treated with dignity and respect, observed to be receiving safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment.
The following were discussed:
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Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. NO smoking, NO infant walkers, NO Johnny jumpers, NO saucer chairs, NO incline sleepers and any other item that falls into that category are permitted in the facility.
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Effective January 1, 2010, licensees of family child care homes are required to ensure that at least one staff member with current training in Pediatric First Aid / CPR is on site at all times when children are present.
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The fire extinguisher type 2A10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed.
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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. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing.
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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 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.
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-and-resources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee
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-care-centers/
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Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; 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.
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During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Marjani Williams, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
There are no deficiencies cited today in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Marjani Williams.
Appeal Rights Given