Facility-requested visit·October 8, 2025

Page 1 On 10/8/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Alma Castro, conducted an unannounced case management inspection for the purpose of increase in capacity from Small Family Child Care Home to Large Family Child Care Home. LPA met with the Licensee, Yan Chen, who was providing care and supervision for six (6) preschool children, along with one assistant. Facility hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all residents, 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, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Family 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. All areas on the Facility Sketch LIC 999 were inspected including off-limits areas. The facility is a 2-story home with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living room, dining room, a kitchen, a front yard (not fenced), a backyard (fenced), and a garage. There is no fireplace. The garage will not be used for day care. The licensee stated the garage is an off-limit area. The licensee acknowledged day care children may not enter the off-limit areas during operation hours. Page 2 The area that are off-limits to children and parents are as follows: garage, entire second floor, front yard, and the sides of the backyard. The licensee has placed a child-proof safety gate at the entrance of the stairs to ensure inaccessibility. The licensee understands that licensing personnel may have access to off-limits areas during inspection visits if necessary. The licensee has designated the living room, dining room, kitchen, downstairs bathroom as day care areas. Infants will nap in cribs or play yards and children on mats/cots in the living room. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, sharp objects, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children are inaccessible in areas designated for children. The licensee stated that there are no poisons on the premises and LPA did not observe any. The licensee was advised that any poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. The licensee stated that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. The LPA informed the licensee that when firearms are present, they must be locked and stored separately from the ammunition per CCR 102417(g)(4)(C). The pressure gauge on the 2A-10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked regularly and batteries replaced as needed. The pull fire alarm required by the fire department is in the main entrance area, next to front door. Licensee stated that outdoor play activities will be conducted in the backyard. The backyard is appropriately fenced. LPA observed age-appropriate play equipment to be free from hazards. Licensee stated that there are no bodies of water on the premises, and LPA did not observe any. A records review indicates the licensee completed the required Health and Safety Training with Nutrition and Lead Poisoning components. The applicant has a current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification that expires on 11/18/2025. Page 3 In the absence of the licensee, a qualified adult must be present to supervise the children\342\200\224a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, TB clearance and immunization, and valid criminal record clearance that is associated with the licensed facility. Annual fees must be paid by the due date, or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the License may be terminated. The licensee was reminded that all licensees must be present at least 80 percent of the hours of operation, per day. The licensee did have a current roster of children in care. LPA reviewed 6 children\342\200\231s records, which were in compliance. H&S 1597.622: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Health and Safety Code 1596.7995: Beginning January 1, 2018, all licensed providers, applicants, directors, and employees must complete training as specified on mandated reporter duties. Training is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com . The licensee did not have a current mandated reporter training certificate, but is exempt from the requirement as she speaks a language other than English or Spanish provided. 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-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 them to register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Licensee stated they are not currently administering medication. 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/ Page 4 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. Fire clearance was granted on 08/25/2025 for a Large Family Child Care Home. During todays\342\200\231 inspection, there were no deficiencies cited and licensee was in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22 for operating a Family Child Care home. A new license for operating a Large Family Child Care Home may be issued upon final review. In the event additional requirements are needed, the applicant will be notified. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Yan Chen. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. During the exit interview, the licensee, Yan Chen, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility, and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. End of report ***Translator ID Christine: 16428008 used for Mandarin Interpretation Services***