Routine inspection (3-year)·June 11, 2025

On June 11, 2025 at 9:35am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hector Canton and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Joelle Redding arrived unannounced at the licensed Family Child Care Home operated by Jeri Trapp to conduct the required annual inspection. LPAs identified themselves, stated the purpose of the visit, and was granted entry. Present during today\342\200\231s inspection were fourteen day care children, one of which was picked up upon arrival. The licensee was present to provide care and supervision during the visit. The one story four bed two bathroom home was toured in its entirety to evaluate compliance with Title 22 regulations and to ensure the health and safety of children in care. The child care areas include Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, and Family Room. Areas made off-limits include Master Room, Backyard Shed, and kitchen and were made inaccessible through the use of door locks, baby gates, and child safety locks. Adequate heating, lighting, and ventilation were observed throughout the licensed areas of the home. The licensee maintained the home in a clean and orderly condition. A working telephone was available for use in case of emergency. Age-appropriate toys, furnishings, and play equipment were observed to be in good condition and free of observable hazards. LPAs observed a pool on the premises and confirmed that the pool met safety requirements: 5-foot fence (meeting all regulatory specification), Coast Guard approved 17-inch life ring, 12-foot body rescue pole, and ASTM approved alarm. LPAs observed daily safety checks for the pool. LPA observed that the alarm for the pool is functioning but experiencing inconsistency with sensitively, LPA advised the Licensee to verify the pool alarm sensitivity for all technical components are functioning to promptly ensure it alarms promptly. The licensee confirmed that no firearms or other weapons are kept in the home. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other potentially hazardous items were stored inaccessible to children. LPAs observed the fire extinguisher to be fully charged and operational. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and found to be operable at the time of inspection. Emergency exit routes were clear of obstructions. Outdoor space used for child care was inspected and found to be fenced and free of hazards. The licensee understands that supervision is required at all times when children are outdoors. A designated isolation area is available should a child become ill during the day. There was no prohibited equipment observed and all equipment was used as intended by the manufacturer. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed. LPA verified that emergency contact information, immunization records, and required notices were available. LPA observed three children not documented on the roster but with necessary records. Licensee was advised to review all required documents outlined in LIC311-D to ensure all requirements are met. Following record review, LPAs confirmed that there was only one school-age daycare child present at time of inspection and four infants in care, putting the facility out of ratio and capacity, posing a potential risk to the children in care and in violation of their license. A current facility roster was maintained and provided upon request. The licensee maintains documentation of emergency disaster drills, and the most recent drill was conducted on April 14 2025. All required postings, including the facility license and parents\342\200\231 rights notification, were observed in a location accessible to parents and guardians. LPA reviewed staff and adult resident records. All adults living or working in the home have been fingerprint-cleared and associated to the facility. 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. The licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification was valid through January 2026 and meets the Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) standards. The licensee completed the required Mandated Reporter Training on January 14, 2025, and understands that the training must be renewed every two years. LPA verified that the licensee have met immunization requirements. LPA observed infants in care and conducted a review of safe sleep practices. Each infant had their own designated crib or play yard that was free of loose articles, pillows, or soft bedding. Bumper pads were not in use, and there were no objects hanging from or attached to any of the sleep spaces. The licensee confirmed that infants were placed on their backs to sleep and not swaddled. Licensee was reminded to ensure doors open to observes infants. The licensee confirmed that infants are actively supervised while sleeping and that a 15-minute sleep log is maintained and available for review. Individual Infant Sleeping Plans (LIC 9227) were on file for each infant under 12 months of age. LPAs reviewed this documentation and found it to be complete. Car seats were not used for sleeping purposes and were only used for transportation. LPAs 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. LPAs 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. The facility currently does not provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPAs discussed the IMS policy and explained that when IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The licensee was provided with guidance available in Provider Information Notice PIN 22-02-CCP. Additional ADA resources were discussed, including the U.S. Department of Justice ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY), and the publication \342\200\234Commonly Asked Questions About Child Care Centers and the ADA,\342\200\235 which is available online 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. LPA also provided the licensee with the Child Care Advocates Program contact email at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov, and advised the licensee that questions regarding licensing requirements may be directed to the Child Care Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. A Type B violation was cited during today\342\200\231s inspection. While not posing immediate danger, the violation presents a potential risk to children in care. The deficiency is documented on the LIC 809D, and the licensee was advised to correct it by the due date to avoid re-citation or further enforcement. An exit interview was conducted with the licensee, and this report was reviewed in its entirety. A copy of the report was provided. Appeal rights were also reviewed and issued. A Notice of Site Visit was issued and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days. The licensee, Jeri Trapp, confirmed that there are no registered sex offenders residing at the facility address, and LPAs completed the Registered Sex Offender (RSO) profile in FAS. If there are any questions about this inspection, the licensee may send inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. Additional information about the inspection process and available tools can be found at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process .