Routine inspection·September 22, 2025

On 9/22/2025 , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ana Rodriguez conducted an unannounced annual inspection at Garcia Family Child Care. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by the licensee, Andrea Garcia, who provided a facility tour. The home is occupied by 3 adults (the licensee, her sister in law, and 1 nephew). LPA observed 1 infant, 1 preschool, and 1 school aged childcare children during the inspection and 2 staff. The licensee stated that the facility operates Monday through Sunday 23 hours. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed, and the licensee confirmed that no children currently require IMS. The home is set up as follows: This is a two-story house with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a living room, a family room, a dining area, kitchen, and a garage. There is an empty pool on the premises. The home was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, and ventilation. It has central heating and air conditioning, and all windows have screens free of cracks, bugs, and debris. Main Area: The living room, family room, and dining area are for childcare. Children can access the kitchen, bathroom #1, and backyard. Living room/ family room: LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture in the designated childcare areas. There is child-size furniture and several plastic storage bins containing games and toys for the children. The facility also has books available. Mats with educational and learning activities are on the floor and were noted to be in good condition. An adult-size couch is present, and a TV is used to play educational videos for the children. Children's Bathroom (#1): The children\342\200\231s bathroom is near the living room. LPA observed that the toilet and faucets are clean and operable. The medication cabinet is free of medications or personal items. The bathroom was found to be clear of any hazardous items. Kitchen: The kitchen was inspected for safety, and it was noted that hazardous items are kept out of children's reach. Sharp utensils, poisons, and medications are not accessible to children. Sharp knives are stored in a container in the top cabinet to the left of the stove. Backyard: The backyard was inspected; it is sectioned into four parts. The section to the left is fenced and houses 4 large dogs. The section in the center has 2 parts front and back. The front has a large locked shed blocking pool visibility, a small locked shed, vegetable garden, locked freezer, a locked greenhouse, covered patio, and patio furniture. The section in the back has an empty pool, a pool house, 2 grills and other miscellaneous items. The section on the right is the daycare childrens play area. Children use the backyard for outside play. The backyard is gated all around. The outdoor play area was observed to be free of hazards and loose and sharp parts. Daycare children will utilize the sliding door on the right side of the home (living room) to access play area. LPA observed a grass and concrete area for active play and a hand washing sink, per Licensee it is operable. There is a climbing play structure that is anchored in the ground, toys, bikes, and play equipment. Overnight care: According to the Licensee, overnight care will be provided. Licensee was reminded that the provider shall remain awake whenever children are awake. The door to the room where the provider is sleeping as well as the door to the room where the children in care are sleeping shall remain open. If the sleeping arrangements are not situated in such a way that the provider can be assured of hearing a child in care wake up, a digital video and audio monitoring device shall be used. Regulation, Title 22 Division 12 Chapter 3 Article 06. Continuing Requirements 102426 Overnight Care, was provided to the applicant. Off-limit : The front yard, bedroom #1 (down stairs), entire upstairs (barricaded by safety gate) which include bedrooms 2-4, and bathroom 2 and 3. Garage(key lock door knob) are inaccessible to the daycare children. Additional Information: Bodies of water: LPA observed an in-ground pool in the backyard . The Chain link fences is constructed at least five (5) feet high but has I climbable raised vegetable garden built up against the fence. When measured from the top of the raised garden the fence measures 52 inches which does not comply with Tittle 22 regulations. The bottom of the fence is no more than two (2) inches from the ground. The fence does not obscure the pool from view. LPA observed the gates swing away from the pool, self-close, and has a self-latching device lower than the required 60 inches . In addition, the following safety equipment must be visible from the swimming pool and readily accessible for immediate use: A life ring was observed with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches, approved by the United States Coast Guard. A rescue pole equipped with a body hook, with a minimum fixed length of 12 feet was present. All licensed childcare centers and family care homes must inspect drowning prevention safety features and equipment daily before opening. A log of these inspections must be maintained and made available to the department upon request. Daily inspection logs must also be submitted to the Department upon request. Licensee does not have a the required inspection log. The licensee understands and agrees that the swimming pool fencing will remain in place whenever licensed care is provided, so long as the fence makes the swimming pool inaccessible to children, as determined by licensing staff. Items around the perimeter of the fence (raised vegetable garden) allow the fence to be climbable. An AC/Heating unit is located on the left side of the home and is inaccessible to children, with locked fence blocking access. All unused electrical outlets are plugged and inaccessible to children. The licensee provides breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. A required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) was observed mounted near bathroom #1. It is reading in the green zone, inaccessible to children, and meets standards established by the State Fire Marshal. The fireplace in the family room, it is screened and inaccessible to children. All window blind cords are secured and inaccessible to children. If a child shows signs of illness, they will be separated from other children and stay in the family room. Detergents and cleaning compounds are stored in the garage, out of children\342\200\231s reach, and medications are kept in an off-limits bedroom. Children will nap under adult supervision in designated areas like the living room. LPA observed 6 mats 3 play yards and 6 cots. The household has 4 large dogs (kept in the left side of the backyard) and 3 cats, all of which have current vaccinations. Per licensee dogs will not interact with daycare children. The home has a working landline and cell phone. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide devices located in living room were tested at 1:40 pm and found to be operable. A fully stocked first aid kit, including a first aid manual was observed in upper shelf near bathroom #1, and is inaccessible to children. The licensee does provide transportation for the children. They possess a valid California driver's license, vehicle insurance, and vehicle registration. Per the licensee, there are no weapons or firearms at the facility. LPA did not observe any weapons or firearms. Documentation Review: Child Files: LPA reviewed 2 children's records. The files contain all necessary licensing documents with parents\342\200\231 signatures. Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) and Sleeping Log: 1 infant has LIC 9227 forms, and their sleeping logs were in place by the Safe Sleep Regulation. Staff Personnel File: During the inspection, LPA reviewed 1 staff file, which included LIC 508, LIC 9052, immunization records, a TB test, LIC 9108, Mandated Reporter Training, and CPR/First Aid certificates. All required documents were in place. Immunization Records: The licensee and her assistant have up-to-date immunizations for MMR and DTaP, and both have submitted written statements declining the influenza vaccine. CPR/First Aid: LPA verified that the licensee and her assistant hold current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications, which expire on 01/2027 and 3/2026 . Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee and her assistant completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com , which expire on 12/2025 and 8/2026 . Fire/Disaster Drill: The licensee conducts fire and disaster drills every six months, with the last drill documented on 06/02/2025. Required Postings: LPA observed that the licensee does have the Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Earthquake Preparedness, and Parents' Rights Poster displayed as required. The following information was discussed with the licensee : -A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a family child care home in accordance with Health and Safety Code sections 1596.848(b) and (c). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucer, and other items that fall into that category. -The licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B -Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. The licensee was advised that the inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility's phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. -Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both. - The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. -The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is always required for children. -The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-540-4000. Also, contact the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). -The regulation prohibits tobacco smoking in private residences that are licensed as family childcare homes and in those areas of the family childcare home where children are present (24/7 ban). - LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the 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. - 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. -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/ . -Centers and Family Child Care Homes 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. -Family Child Care Homes 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. -Family Child Care Homes A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. -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-carelicensing/ inspection-process . No deficiencies are being cited at this time. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the licensee Andrea Garcia.