Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On
12/4/2025
, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ana Rodriguez conducted an unannounced annual inspection at Green Family Child Care. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by the licensee, Kina Green, who provided a facility tour. The home is occupied by 4 adults (the licensee, her husband, and 2 adult children). LPA observed 0 children in care. The licensee stated that the facility operates 23 hours Monday through Sunday. 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 one\342\200\223story house with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, family room, dining room, kitchen, and a garage. No pool, spa, or body of water is 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 and dining room are for childcare. Children can access the family room, kitchen and backyard.
Living 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 located upon entry to the right 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 with child safety latches. Sharp utensils, poisons, and medications are not accessible to children. Sharp knives are stored in plastic container in the upper cabinet to the left of the sink.
Backyard:
The backyard was inspected; The 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. LPA observed a grass and concrete area for active play. A decorative water fountain was observed to the far right of the backyard, it contained some water and dubris. Per Licensee, fountain will be drained and filled with rocks to make it inaccessible to day care children.
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.
Off-limit
: The front yard, bedrooms 1-3, bathroom 2, and garage(key lock door knob) are inaccessible to the daycare children.
Additional Information:
According to the licensee, there were no bodies of water in the home. LPA did not observe any bodies of water.
An AC/Heating unit is located on the left side of the backyard and is inaccessible to children, with plastic mesh blocking access. All unused electrical outlets are plugged and inaccessible to children. The licensee provide breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. A required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) was observed on kitchen counter near the sink. 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. No window blind cords present. 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 14 mats. No pets present in the home. The home has a working landline and cell phone. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide devices located in the hall near bathroom 1 were tested at 1:41pm and found to be operable. 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.
Child Files:
LPA reviewed 3 children's records. The files contain all necessary licensing documents with parents\342\200\231 signatures.
No Infants Enrolled:
The licensee confirmed that no infants aged 0-24 months are enrolled.
Immunization Records:
The licensees 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 licensees hold current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications, which
expire on 11/10/26
.
Mandated Reporter Training:
The licensees completed the online mandated reporter training at
www.mandatedreporterca.com
, which
expires on 10/27/27
.
Fire/Disaster Drill:
The licensee conducts fire and disaster drills every six months, with the last drill documented on 8/26/25.
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
:
-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 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 and removing any 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.
-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 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.
-During the exit interview, the Licensee Kina Green, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
No deficiencies are being cited at this time.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Kina Green