Routine inspection·July 10, 2025

On 07/10/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jonnisha Culbert performed an unannounced annual/random inspection at the facility noted above. LPA met with Licensee Wendy Ramirez and stated the purpose of today\342\200\231s visit. The purpose of the visit is to inspect the home for a Large Family Childcare license. Licensee currently has a license for a capacity of 8 and wishes to increase capacity to 14. The fire inspection for capacity increase was completed and approved on 07/10/2025. LPA provided licensee with an Entrance Checklist for Family Child Care Homes (LIC 126). Present at the time of inspection were Licensee, assistant, and five children. Licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. Per licensee, the operating hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 5pm. This is a single-family home that consists of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, daycare room, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, garage, fenced backyard, and driveway. On limits areas includes living room, dining room, daycare room, kitchen, one bathroom, laundry room (through passing to the backyard), and fenced backyard. Off limits areas includes three bedrooms, one-bathroom, driveway, and garage. Per applicant, all bedrooms and the garage are off limits. LPA observed child safety door levers are on all bedroom doors and the garage door was locked. The following documents were posted: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 394), and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). Facility Roster (LIC 9040) was current and available for review. LPA observed Disaster and Fire Drill log. The last drill was conducted on 06/13/2025. LPA reminded licensee that drills are to be conducted every six months. Page 2 Areas used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, heating, cleanliness, and telephone service. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. The facility uses central heating and air for ventilation. Lighting was observed to be in operable condition. LPA observed age-appropriate toys (indoor and in outdoor play area), a child size table and chairs, outlet covers, and a fireplace blocked by a small lounger. Per licensee, they never used the fireplace. LPA observed mats and two play yards for napping. LPA reminded licensee that there shall be one play yard per infant. Per licensee, there are no bodies of water or firearms on the premises. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medicines were made inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, poisons are kept in the locked garage outside. LPA reminded licensee that poisons are to remain in areas that are locked and inaccessible to children. LPA observed cleaning supplies in an inaccessible upper cabinet in the laundry area. LPA observed a 2-A:10-B:C fire extinguisher that is fully charged with a receipt date of 12/14/2024. Licensee was reminded to have the fire extinguisher serviced yearly. LPA observe an operable combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector. Per licensee, they provide breakfast, lunch, and two snacks. Licensee was reminded that food that is brought from the children's home shall be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. LPA conducted a record review of one child's file and 2 personnel files. Based on the children's record review, one out of one child\342\200\231s record was completed. Based on personnel\342\200\231s record review, LPA observed that two out of two staff records were complete. LPA observed that licensee had Pediatric CPR and First Aid training certificate (expires 09/2025). Licensee has proof of immunization against pertussis, measles, and mumps. Their mandated reporter completion certificate expires on 10/10/2025. Licensee, 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 Page 3 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. Because the licensee rents/leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPA did not observe the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC9151) that the applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. The applicant obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149). 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/ . LPA reviewed with licensee 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Childcare 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 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. On this date, 05/12/2025, 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. Page 4 Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. A notice of site visit was given to licensee and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Licensee\342\200\231s application for a large family child care home license will be reviewed. Issuance of a license is contingent upon successful application review and approval. No deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s visit. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Wendy Ramirez. 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