Routine inspection·July 2, 2025

Page 1 of 5 On 07/02/2025, Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Thuy Ho and Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Susan Deschampe conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Unannounced Annual Random visit. LPA and LPM entered the Family Child Care Home (FCCH) at 1:15 PM and met with licensee, Cathy Liebel. The overall census observed was 7 infants/children, 1 assistant, and licensee. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. Facility hours are 7:30AM - 5:00PM, Monday through Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility residents, staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Currently, there are 2 adults living in the facility. There are 3 adult dogs and 11 puppies in the home, with current vaccinations. 10 puppies are anticipated to be in new homes by 07/18/2025. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA, LPM, and licensee toured the inside and outside areas identified in the facility sketch as accessible to child care children. The facility met all posting requirements , including the California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area in the FCCH. Off limits areas are made inaccessible by means of closed, locked, or child proof doors. Per licensee, the primary child care area consists of the backyard, with morning and mealtimes conducted in the dining room, and napping in either the living room, dining room, or bedroom. There is at least one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors, a smoke detector device, and fire extinguisher (2A10BC) in the home that meet Page 2 of 5 statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months (06/25/2025). Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. Licensee stated there are no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility, and none were observed during today\342\200\231s inspection. Poisons or other hazardous items which could pose a danger to children were not on the premises. There is a fireplace in the living room. A wooden frame with metal mesh was not securely attached to the wall to prevent access to the fireplace, which is a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. The home has age-appropriate toys for the ages served. The licensee provides and properly cleans/disinfects all food, drinks, and bedding for children. LPA verified the facility maintains telephone service. LPA, LPM, and licensee inspected the outdoor area and observed the space to be safe and free from any immediate and/or potential risks to the children in care. Licensee was reminded outdoor play shall be supervised by the licensee or caregiver. Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 2 out of 2 staff files were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a FCCH if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis and measles for staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers and employees to complete mandated reporter training, and to renew the training every two years (expires 06/2027). At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications (expires 09/2025). The licensee has a current roster of children in care. Children\342\200\231s records for children present during the LPA\342\200\231s inspection were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. 7 out of 7 children's files were reviewed and found to be in full compliance, including a copy of the emergency information card that contains all the information specified by regulation (LIC 700). Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . When any Page 3 of 5 IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee 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. The licensee understands they must be present in the facility and must ensure children in care are always supervised. Children are not to be left alone in parked vehicles. When the licensee is temporarily absent from the facility, arrangements must be made for a qualified substitute adult to care and supervise children while absent. The substitute adult must have the required criminal record, child abuse index clearances, immunizations, Pediatric CPR/First Aid, and mandated reporter training. 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. 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 information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Page 4 of 5 LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. Licensee was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained with licensee. LPA and LPM 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. 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 . In the areas that were evaluated, 1 deficiency was observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit. 102417 Operation of a Family Child Care Home : 102417(g)(1) Page 5 of 5 After the tour of the facility, record review, and interview, the following violation was observed and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Section 102417(g)(1) - is being cited on the attached LIC 809D. 102417 Operation of a Family Child Care Home (g)(1) Fireplaces and open-face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children... Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed and provided to the licensee, Cathy Liebel. LPA and LPM discussed the Appeal Rights with the licensee. LPA provided a copy of the Appeal Rights (LIC 9058 ). The licensee's signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. A notice of site visit was given to the licensee and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.