Routine inspection·November 19, 2025

On date and time listed above, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Justin Giese made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a 1 year required annual inspection. LPA was granted entry by Licensee, Kivini Rodrigo. LPA toured the facility, inside and out, reviewed records, and observed and/or discussed the following: At time of visit, Licensee and two assistants were present with eleven child was in care. Normal days and hours of operation are: Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Off-limits areas include: downstairs bedroom, kitchen, and garage located off the kitchen on the first floor, entire second floor, storage shed in backyard, and side yard on the left side of the home\342\200\231s front entrance. A review of Licensee and facility records were conducted as part of this evaluation The inspection consisted of reviews of the following domains: \342\200\242 Physical Plant \342\200\242 Care and Supervision \342\200\242 Facility Administration \342\200\242 Records \342\200\242 Staffing Ratio and Capacity \342\200\242 Personal Rights Facility was found to be in compliance in these domains, no deficiencies have been cited. \302\267 A working telephone is present \302\267 Appropriate fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector is present and were tested during this inspection \302\267 Two story home stairs are properly barricaded \302\267 fireplace present in the home and covered \302\267 All hazardous items are inaccessible, this includes: detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to children \302\267 Storage of poisons are inaccessible to children and locked \302\267 No firearms or weapons are stored at this facility as stated by licensee. The Licensee was reminded that all weapons and ammunition were be key-locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 regulations. \302\267 Home is clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort \302\267 Safe and appropriate toys and equipment are present for both indoor and outdoor activities. \302\267 Outdoor play areas are fenced or appropriate supervision is present \302\267 Verification of control of property on file \302\267 Control of Property on file \302\267 Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan & Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights poster are posted \302\267 Licensee's Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card valid until 03/26/2027 \302\267 Licensee's Assistant's Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card valid until 03/26/2027 \302\267 Licensee's EMSA Health & Safety Certificate was completed on 09/29/2020 \302\267 Licensee's Mandated Reporter Certificate valid until 02/17/2026 \302\267 Licensee's Assistant's Mandated Reporter Certificate valid until 02/07/2027 \302\267 No bodies of water are present at the facility. Licensee understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools & spas, in-ground pools & spas, and some fountains must be properly covered or fenced per Title 22 Regulations. The Department must be notified before and after installation of the above types of bodies of water. In addition, all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position \302\267Documentation of fire drills are to be conducted every six months: LPA verified last drill was conducted on 10/16/2025 \302\267 LPA reviewed six children's files at time of visit. Each contained emergency contact information, consent for medical treatment, immunization records, parental rights notifications as well as required additional forms. Reminders: - Your current facility phone number must be on file at all times - Documentation of fire & earthquake drills are to be conducted every six months - Responsibilities of being a mandated reporter - Baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and other similar items are prohibited - The licensee is urged to visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission web page at www.cpsc.gov to ensure that equipment purchased for the day care has not been recalled. - Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days. If a serious violation is cited (Type A), a copy of the licensing report (LIC809/LIC9099) must also be posted for 30 days. A civil penalty of $100 per violation will be assessed for noncompliance. - Access to forms & Regulations for Family Child Care Homes online at www.ccld.ca.gov - It is the responsibility for anyone providing care to know/understand licensing regulations - Inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care - Please subscribe and email: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov to receive Department updates. They will be sent directly to your e-mail account once you have set up an account. This website can also be accessed through www.ccld.ca.gov - The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday 8am to 5pm at 951-782-4200 The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov 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/ 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 they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. 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 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. LPA reviewed with Licensee, LIC311D, Forms/Records to Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Entrance Checklist was provided to the Licensee, Kivini Rodrigo. 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 An exit interview was conducted, this report was reviewed with Licensee, Kivini Rodrigo. During the exit interview, the Licensee 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 issued. Licensee was instructed to post it in a prominent location for the next 30 days