Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 9/4/2025 at 9:35AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis Gomez met with Licensee, Elma Reyes Vasquez. The purpose of today\342\200\231s inspection was explained and was for an Announced; prelicensing inspection for change of facility location. Licensee\342\200\231s previous license #214005660. Present was the licensee and no children. The home is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 level townhouse. Per licensee, the days and hours of operations are: Monday- Sunday, 6:30AM- 5:30PM. The area of the home designated for childcare are: Lower Level: Livingroom #1 (Playroom 1), Livingroom #2 (Feeding/ Activity Room), Kitchen, Bathroom #1/ Laundry Area, and Outside Patio. The areas designated as off-limit are: Upper Level: Bedrooom #1, Bedroom #2, Bathroom #2, and staircase. LPA inspected home inside and outside for health and safety hazards.
At 9:55AM., the following was observed: Home was clean, neat, with a variety of age-appropriate playthings available for the children. The floor and ground surfaces were clear of any obstructions or fall hazards. The childcare\342\200\231s furniture, tables/ chairs, and accessible materials were in good repair. License has a diaper changing table, available.
Furniture was scaled to the proper size. LPA observed infant tables, with several chairs for feeding infant-age children. The available bathroom (bathroom #1) was observed clean with fixtures in operating condition.
The license has an accessible kitchen area, with safety locks installed on several cabinets and draws. Per license, sharp and hazardous objects have been stored out-of-reach. The detergents, cleaning compounds, and items which can pose a hazard have been made inaccessible. Home has ventilation, lighting, and was comfortable temperature.
For nap services, LPA observed plan pens and stackable cots. Play pens has tight -fitted mattress and sheets. The home has a functioning telephone service (cell phone), smoke/ carbon monoxide combination detector; and fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC). The fire -pull alarm in the playroom.
LPA inspected the Outside Patio. Area was enclosed with turf padding, and playthings inspected were in good repair. Per licensee, The HOA, community pool located near the street, which will not be used. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.)
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LPA and licensee reviewed the \342\200\230Records to Keep in Your Family Childcare Home\342\200\231 (LIC311D), which includes the Children's Forms/ Records; Facility Forms; and Information to be Posted.
Licensee\342\200\231s \342\200\230Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation / First Aid certification was current, expiring on: 1/2027.
Licensee\342\200\231s proof of completed Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207) was current, expiring on: 10/2026.
The required forms have been posted and include the Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610A); Notice of Parents Rights (PUB394); and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist.
Per licensee, isolation of an ill child will be in playroom (living room #1). FCC has a pet dog on-site. Per licensee, pet is vaccinated.
Licensee was informed that the Department must be notified prior to the use of designated off-limits areas. LPA and the applicant discussed licensing regulations and required ratio for requested the capacity requirements. Any children under 10 years of age will be counted in the capacity. Licensee was advised that all food containers brought from home must be properly stored and labeled. Licensee understands the required emergency disaster drills are to be conducted and documented every six months. Licensee understands that the use baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers or any similar items are not to be used for children in care. All smoking is prohibited inside a Family Childcare Home.
Licensee was informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a childcare facility, unless he or she has been immunized for influenza, pertussis and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety Code 1596.7995 and 1597.662.
Licensee was informed that all adults 18 years and over, living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain criminal 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. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.)
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep Web page at:
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesource/child-care-licesning/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource. LPA informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on United States consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at
http://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 with licensee. For IMS information, please see PIN 20-02-CCP. When an IMS is provided, a plan for 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- 0382 (TTY) and link to publications: Commonly asked questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at:
http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
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 communication platform.
To receive important licensed- related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD important information website at
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/infosource/community-care-licensing/subscribe
and select the child care option to receive email communication.
Prior to recommendation for approval of childcare licensure Change of Location, (Large Capacity), Licensee will complete the following:
-Fire Clearance Approval (STD850)
-Install soft padding on exposed corner in Living Room #1
-Install functioning lamp in Living Room #1
-Anchor movable shelving near fireplace and kitchen
-Anchor shading umbrella in patio area
-Barricade stairs to prevent access to the upper level
-Make washer and dryer in bathroom #1 inaccessible
-Submit the Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148)
Exit interview and report was conducted with Licensee and copy of this report was provided. This report will be kept in the facility file and made available for public review upon request. Desk Duty is available Monday- Friday between 8:00AM \342\200\223 5:00PM at (650) 266 -8800.