Facility-requested visit·August 22, 2025

On 08/22/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Thompson conducted a case management inspection, in response to licensee\342\200\231s request for a capacity increase. LPA met with licensee Crystal Melander who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Licensee stated there were no children present and LPA didn't observe any children during the visit. Licensee stated there is currently two adults and two minor children living in the home. Licensee stated she is not currently registered with any Foster Care agency or holds a foster parent license. Licensee was reminded if changes are made to notify the licensing office. Facility Day care hours are 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 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. All areas on the Facility Sketch LIC 999 were inspected, including but not limited to, off-limits areas. The facility is a two story home with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a loft, a living room, a dining room, a kitchen, a, family room, a front yard (not fenced), a backyard (fenced), and a garage. There is a fireplace, located in the family room that is locked and made inaccessible to children when in care. Garage will not be used for day-care. The licensee stated the garage will be off-limits. Continue to Page 2 Page 2 The licensee acknowledged the children may never enter the off-limit areas during operation hours. Control of property was verified by LPA during today\342\200\231s inspection. The licensee has a cell phone that is used for childcare. The licensee was informed if a cell phone is used for childcare, it must remain on the premises at all times during hours of operation. The licensee was informed and understands the home is to be free from smoking during hours of operation. Based on the Facility Sketch LIC999 submitted, areas off-limits to children and parents are as follows: Licensee has designated the entire second floor and garage as off limits. The licensee has placed a child proof safety gate at the entrance the stair way leading to the second floor. The licensee understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limits areas during inspection visits if necessary. Areas Designated for Day Care Activities : The licensee has designated the family room (main play room), dining room, kitchen, living room, one bathroom located downstairs near the garage and back yard as the day care areas. Care and supervision will be provided to children ages 2 years to 10 years of age. For the purposes of licensing, an infant is defined as any child 0 to 24 months of age. 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. Continue to Page 3 Page 3 Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. Poisons and Hazardous items were not observed. The toys are age appropriate and in good condition for the potential ages served. Baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items will not be used for children in care. The licensee stated there are firearms on the premises. LPA observed the firearm was locked and stored away making the firearm inaccessible to children. The LPA informed the applicant that when firearms are present, they must be locked and stored separately from the ammunition per CCR 102417(g)(4)(C). During today's inspection, the smoke detector and carbon monoxide were operable, and the fire extinguisher was charged. Last emergency drill was conducted and documented on 05/14/2025. OUTDOOR PLAY AREA: 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 has a cold plunge located in the back yard. LPA observed the cold plunge to have approximately 2 to 2 1/2 feet of water inside. LPA observed the cold plunge to have a cover strong enough to completely support the weight of an adult and locked with a key lockable device. LPA reminded licensee, the cover shall be placed on the cold plunge and locked while children are in care. All licensees shall ensure the inaccessibility of pools (in-ground and above-ground), fixed-in-place wading pools, hot tubs, spas, fish ponds and similar bodies of water through a pool cover or by surrounding the pool with a fence. Applicant was in compliance with Title 22 Regulation 102417. Per licensee, she provides food for the children. LPA reminded licensee, that if food is not provided and food is brought from the children\342\200\231s homes; containers shall be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Continue to Page 4 Page 4 Licensee has a current (EMSA approved) Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR certification that expires on 02/24/2026. A first aid kit is available at the facility located inside children's restroom located near the entrance. The licensee has completed the required mandated reporter training. Recertification is required every two years. Licensee AB1207 mandated reporter certification expires 02/21/2026. LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.ccld.ca.gov 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. 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/ . 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. Fire clearance granted on 08/12/2025. 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. Continue to page 5. Page 5 A new license for operating a Large Family Child Care Home shall be issued upon final review and if additional information is needed, licensee shall be contacted. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Crystal Melander. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Crystal Melander, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their 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. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above.