Routine inspection·August 26, 2025

On 08/26/2025 at 2:10 PM Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Susan Brewer and Laura Mejorado, arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Licensee Guadalupe Gomez-Quintero, and granted entry to tour the facility inside and out. LPA reviewed records and observed and/or discussed the following: The requested the LPAs to inspect and additional unit, to operate the daycare. A fire clearance inspection was conducted for the additional playroom near dining room and kitchen and passed inspection on 08/11/2025. Present were the licensee and 3 minor residents included in the census on today\342\200\231s date. Days and hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: Master bedroom/bathroom #1, Bedrooms #2, #3, Garage, the Backyard, additional play room with restroom #. The inspection consisted of reviews of the following domain: Physical Plant, Care and Supervision, Records, Facility Administration, Staffing Ratio and Capacity, Personal Rights. The inspection found the facility to be in compliance in these domains, except as noted on the LIC809D. \302\267 The Licensee is present in the home and has ensured that children in care are supervised. \302\267 The facility is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios. LPA took a census of 8 children in care. \302\267 When temporarily absent from the home, the Licensee shall arrange for a substitute adult to care for and supervise children. \302\267 A working telephone is present. \302\267 A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed and tagged by the fire department and needle in the green. A smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were present and tested by the licensee during this inspection on 08/26/2025. \302\267 All hazardous items are NOT inaccessible, this includes detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to children. The LPAs observed cleaning supplies stored on top of the refrigerator such as Fabuloso, Lysol, Microban, Soft Scrub, Oven Cleaner, and other household detergents. In addition, the LPAs observed medications unlocked in an upper kitchen cabinet. The LPAs did not observe any children in the kitchen at the time of the inspection. The licensee removed the items in the presence of the LPAs and relocated the items to a secure area. \302\267 Storage of poisons are NOT inaccessible to children and are NOT locked as mentioned above. \302\267 This is single-story home, no stairs observed on this date. \302\267 The fireplace is properly screened. \302\267 No guns or weapons present as stated by the Licensee. Licensee Guadalupe Gomez-Quintero understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must 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 Clean, Safe and age-appropriate toys and equipment are present for both indoor and outdoor activities. \302\267 Outdoor play areas are fenced and/ or appropriate supervision is present. \302\267 Verification of control of property on file by rental agreement. \302\267 Property owner/landlord notification and consent on file by: Documentation on file. \302\267 Pediatric CPR training on 03/16/2024, exp. 03/10/2026; 1 st Aid exp. 04/02/2024 and training not renewed. \302\267 Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 01/27/2020, no lead. \302\267 Mandated reporter General: 06/04/2024 AB 1207 Child Care Expires: 06/04/2026. \302\267 Fire clearance: 07/18/2019; last fire inspection 08/11/2025 to inspect the additional playroom near dining room and kitchen. The facility passed inspection, however the LPAs did not approve the activity area with the attached restroom on today\342\200\231s date. The playroom and restroom is currently off limits and still being set up. LPAs observed power tools, hardware supplies, equipment not installed, batteries and craft supply cutter unlocked and accessible if children were present. The activity area will be re-inspected upon completion of the space and when hazardous materials are removed. The licensee stated they will notify the department once the area is completed and ready. \302\267 Documentation of fire & earthquake drills to be conducted every six months: Last fire drill in May 2025, no day in the month documented. \302\267 There are bodies of water 08/26/2025, in the outdoor play area where the licensee has a water activity table. No children were present at the time of observation. The Licensee Guadalupe Gomez-Quintero, stated the children were playing with the water table today. The licensee emptied the water table in the presence of the LPAs. The 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\267 Children\342\200\231s files are NOT complete on today\342\200\231s date. The sleep log for an infant in care is missing name, and 15 minute checks, documentation of checks for labored breathing, temperature and sleep status. \302\267 Staff\342\200\231s files are complete on 08/26/2025 \302\267 A review of staff records on 08/26/2025 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. 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. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Licensee Guadalupe Gomez-Quintero, was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care 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. The Licensee Guadalupe Gomez-Quintero can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov Licensee Guadalupe Gomez-Quintero, 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 LPAs Susan Brewer and Laura Mejorado, discussed the safe sleep regulations with Licensee Guadalupe Gomez-Quintero 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. The licensee stated there are no infants enrolled at this time. LPAs also informed Licensee Guadalupe Gomez-Quintero, 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 will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process . Deficiencies were issued on today\342\200\231s date for Type B violations. No civil penalties were issued on today\342\200\231s date. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Guadalupe Gomez-Quintero.