Routine inspection·February 6, 2025

On February 6, 2025, at 11:20 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angela Nguyen conducted an unannounced Annual/Required Inspection and met with Licensee, Michele Galvez. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. There were no day care children present. At 11:52 a.m., one (1) day care child arrived. This facility is a one story, 3-bedroom, 1 bathroom home. The following areas are used for childcare: living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom (located in the hallway). The following off-limit areas are: 3 bedrooms, garage and backyard. It is made inaccessible by the use of doorknob covers. Operating hours are Monday through Friday, 5:00 am-9:00 p.m. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector are operational. Hazardous items were observed in a locked closet during this inspection. Children’s toys and play equipment are available and observed free of hazards. Licensee stated she will use her fenced backyard for outdoor play when the repairs are completed. Licensee was reminded that supervision is to be given to children whenever engaged in outdoor activities. Licensee stated there no weapons or firearms or bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed no bodies of water. Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire 2/18/2025. Licensee has required immunizations. Mandated Reporter Training expire on 7/7/2025. LPA reminded licensee that Mandated reporter and Pediatric CPR/ First aid expires every 2 years and shall be kept on file at the facility. The facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last earthquake drills were conducted and documented on 10/17/2024. Child record review was conducted and discovered 2 out of 5 children’s file did not have immunization records for review. 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 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 stated Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was reviewed with licensee however, are not being provided at this time. LPA advised licensee to inform LPA to create a plan to submit to the department. 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/ . LPA obtained a copy of current children facility roster. Licensee and LPA discussed the facility emergency disaster plan, LIC 311D and safety of children. LPA reminded Licensee of the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms. Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare. Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, Michelle Galvez confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile. 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-care-licensing/inspection-process. A technical violation was issued. An exit interview was conducted with the licensee. A notice of site visit (LIC 9213) and a copy of this report was provided to licensee. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. LPA provided notice of site visit and observed it being posted at the facility.