Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 4/7/2025, at 09:35 A.M, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Jacqueline Macias and Adrian Castellon conducted an unannounced annual random inspection. LPAs met with Licensee, Janelle Gonya and discussed the purpose of the inspection. Also present was Licensee’s Assistant, Lamont Phillips. There were eight (8) daycare children present. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7am- 5pm.
LPAs accompanied by licensee toured the indoor and outdoor of the home. This is a single level four (4) bedroom, two (2) bathroom home. The following areas are used for daycare: living room, dining room, kitchen, sunroom (daycare activities only), bathroom (hallway), and fully fenced front and side yard. Off-limits areas include the backyard, the side yard on the right side of home, garage, and bedrooms #’s 1-4. Licensee is reminded that per the fire clearance granted on 9/17/2024, the sunroom cannot be used as a sleeping room for daycare children. Off limit areas are made inaccessible to children by door locks, safety gates and fencing. Licensee is reminded that children should always be supervised during outdoor activities.
LPAs advised the Licensee that prior to making alterations or additions to the home or grounds, the Licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed change. Licensee updated the facility sketch during time of inspection.
The fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors meet requirements and are operational. All poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other hazardous items in the home are made inaccessible to children through latches, locks, and/or placed on high surfaces. Licensee has children's toys, play equipment and books available. Licensee has a working cell phone. Licensee stated there are no firearms, other weapons, or ammunition in the home.
LIC 809C Continuation…
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.
Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification for licensee is valid through March 2024-2026. Licensee has required immunization records on file. Mandated Reporter training certification for licensee expired on 1/31/2025. Licensee stated she will complete the Mandated Reporter Training. LPA informed licensee to ensure the mandated reporter training is completed once every two years. LPA observed the required documents posted. A sample of children’s files were reviewed and determined that C1 was missing the LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan and Infant sleep log on file, (deficiency cited, see LIC 809D).The last fire/disaster drill was conducted and documented on 2/28/2025
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed with Licensee, Janelle Gonya. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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:
http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
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LPA discussed 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
LPA reviewed PIN 20-24-CCP regarding Safe Sleep with licensee. Licensees stated that he understood.
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.
LPAs and licensee discussed and reviewed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, form LIC 311D, maintaining children’s records according to regulation, posting required forms. Licensee is reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare.
LPAs advised if there is an unusual incident to report to call Licensing within 24 hours and to follow up with an LIC624B within 7 days. In addition, for general questions, questions regarding licensing requirements call Child Care Licensing.
LPAs discussed and provided Licensee with the following: childcare advocates email address:
childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov
. In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248.
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.
Please visit the Guardian web page and set-up your Guardian account.
https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian
. If you have any questions regarding Guardian, please contact CDSS at email:
guardian@dss.ca.gov
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Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. 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.
See LIC 809C Continuation...
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Licensee completed the Health and Safety Issues Family Child Care Regulation 102417 form during time of inspection.
Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3,
three (3) Type B
deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809D.
During the exit interview, the Licensee, Janelle Gonya, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
Licensee was provided a copy of the fire clearance granted on 09/17/2024.
A copy of the report, appeal rights (LIC 9058), and a Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given to Licensee, Janelle Gonya and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. LPA observed LIC 9213 was posted. Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was provided. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Licensee, Janelle Gonya.
