Follow-up·February 27, 2025

On February 27, 2025 at 9:20 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cindy Hamilton and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Carlos Martinez conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection for an increase of capacity and inspect the pool to ensure it meets requirements, per Assembly Bill 2866, requested by licensee Danita Rodriguez. The licensees have applied to increase the capacity from a Small to a Large Family Child Care Home. A fire clearance was granted for an increase of capacity on 02/04/2025. \302\267 Normal days and hours of operation are: Monday-Friday, 5 AM to PM \302\267 Off-limit areas include: Garage and all bedrooms. \302\267 A working telephone is present, and the current phone number is on file. \302\267 A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed. A smoke detector is functioning and carbon monoxide detector needs to be replaced. \302\267 Fireplace is properly screened to prevent access by children. \302\267 All hazardous items are stored inaccessible to children. \302\267 Toxins are locked. \302\267 Clean, safe, and age-appropriate toys. \302\267 Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan and Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights poster are not posted. \302\267 Fire Drill was not current at this time. \302\267 Weapons are not present as stated by Licensee. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations. \302\267 There is a pool in the home. 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. An inspection of the pool was conducted, and the following was observed: Fencing: - Minimum of 60 inches in height - Gaps were measured at 4 inches in length. Access Gate: - Opens away from the swimming pool A Life Ring: - Visible from the swimming pool, readily available for immediate use. - Minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches and is visible from the swimming pool, readily available for immediate use. A Rescue Pole: - Minimum fixed length of 12 feet with a body hook and is visible from the swimming pool, readily available for immediate use. Licensee understands the alarm shall be turned on and be in working condition during a facility\342\200\231s operating hours while the swimming pool is not in use. The alarm is to be tested during the inspection and a daily inspection log must be kept on file. The inspection shall be completed daily, prior to opening the daycare and prior to children arriving and must be available to CCL upon request. LPA reviewed file and confirmed all necessary documents were provided including: \302\267 Verification of control of property is on file. \302\267 Immunization's including TB clearance. \302\267 Mandated Reporter Training expires on 05/2025 for Licensee. \302\267 Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expires on 05/07/25 for Licensee \302\267 Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 05/08/23. Prior to approval for a capacity increase, the following items need to be corrected. - Pool did not have a Pool Cover/Alarm - Pool Covers must meet performance standards of ASTM International Standard F1346-23 or - Pool Alarm must be compliant with ASTM International Standard F2208 - Fence maximum vertical clearance was measured at 5 inches - Must be 2 in. from the ground to the bottom of the enclosure. - Access gate was not self-closing/self latching. Self latching device was not at 60 inches as required. - Life Ring was not approved by the Unites States Coast Guard The application for a a capacity increase to become a Large Family Child Care Home will be submitted for approval with a maximum capacity of 14 with parent notification upon completion of corrections and inspection. The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 951-782-4200 Exit interview conducted and report and appeal rights were reviewed with the Licensee Danita Rodriguez. A notice of site visit was provided and must be posted for 30 days.