Routine inspection·April 22, 2025

On 4/22/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Christine Jung, conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual/Random Inspection. At 2:15PM, LPA was led on a tour by licensee Denisse Alvarez. The overall census observed was one (1) preschool child being supervised by the licensee. At approximately 2:25PM, licensee had to leave to pick up more children from their public schools. LPA conducted file reviews in front of the home until the licensee returned. During the inspection, it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity as specified on the license. Facility hours are 7:00AM \342\200\223 5:30PM, Monday through Friday. The Facility Personnel Report Summary reviewed on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. 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. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA and licensee toured the areas identified in the facility sketch as accessible to day care children. Off limits areas are made inaccessible by means of locked doors and child gates. The day care areas consisted of a living room, downstairs restroom, kitchen, and backyard. There were working carbon monoxide, smoke detector, and fire extinguishers in the home that meet statutory requirements. (Go to Page 2) (Page 2) Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. There were no poisons or other items observed which could pose a danger to children. If they were observed, they were locked or inaccessible. Licensee stated there are no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility and none were observed during today's inspection. The home had age-appropriate toys for the ages served. LPA verified there is a working telephone service (cellular service), and licensee was reminded that childcare phone must remain in the childcare at all times. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The space was enclosed by a wall at least five feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was maintained and free of hazards. Licensee stated that they may add a patio to the backyard. LPA reminded licensee to notify the Regional Office of any changes to the facility prior to construction. Licensee stated that there are no bodies of water on the premises. Licensee and assistants\342\200\231 files were reviewed during the facility inspection on this date. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family childcare home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles for licensee assistants were reviewed. Licensee and assistants did not have proof of immunization against influenza (or written declaration to decline) and Assistant 2 (A2) was missing record of measles and pertussis; see LIC 809D for deficiency. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers and employees to complete mandated reporting training and to renew the training every two years. Licensee possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 12/03/2026. Four children's records were reviewed. LPA did not observe infants from 0-12 months. Child 2 (C2) was missing LIC 282 from their file; see LIC 9102 for Technical Violation. (Go to Page 3) (Page 3) 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/ . 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 for and supervise children while absent. The substitute adult must have the required criminal record clearance, child abuse index clearance, immunizations, Pediatric CPR/First Aid, and mandated reporter training. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian CCLD website www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing was provided to licensee to access regulations, updates, and licensing forms. Licensee was advised to register through childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov in order to receive quarterly updates. Licensee was advised of their responsibility to review the Provider Information Notices (PIN) found on the CCLD website. A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the licensee. 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. (Go to Page 4) (Page 4) Based on LPA\342\200\231s observations, record reviews, and interviews, the following violation was observed and is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1. See LIC 809D for violation cited: 1 Type B. 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 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 Denisse Alvarez, 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Denisse Alvarez. End of Report.