Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 03/18/2025, at 2:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Oscar Picazo conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection and met with Licensee Dolce Noel. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by Licensee. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted permission to tour the facility by the Licensee. The tour was led by the Licensee. The purpose of the inspection is to ensure the home is in compliance with the standards established in CCR, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, for Family Child Care Homes. There were 7 day care children present at the time of this inspection of which 2 were infants. Also present during the inspection is Licensee's wife/assistant Chariene Raphael. Licensee accompanied LPA throughout the inspection of this
single story,
3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. The following areas are used for child care: Living room, kitchen and dinning area, bathroom 1, bedroom 1 & 2, bedroom 3 which includes bathroom 2, back patio and yard, and north side corridor. Off-limits areas are: the garage, front yard and driveway. These areas are made inaccessible by locking the front door and a self latching corridor gate door. The back yard and patio will be used for outdoor activities. Licensee stated total supervision is provided. LPA observed piles of trash, broken
and dilapidated furniture
, an array of stacked boxes, household furniture including chairs, tables, sofas, tables, mattresses, bed sets, fans/A/C's, appliances, exercise machines, stereos, and other miscellaneous items that pose a potential hazard to the health and safety of children. All items are covered under large plastic tarps. All these items are accessible to children. Licensee states that his wife sells these items on the weekend at the Swap Meet. Days and hours of operation are Sunday through Saturday 6:00 AM \342\200\223 11:59 PM.
The fire extinguisher is rated 3-A:40-B:C and is mounted on the wall in the kitchen, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested, met requirements and are operational. Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds and other hazardous items are locked and made inaccessible.
See LIC 809C Continuation...
Licensee has a variety of children's toys and play equipment and materials available. The licensee has a working cell phone. No bodies of water observed on the premises during the inspection. Applicant stated there are no firearms, other weapons or ammunition in the home.
A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions.
Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s files. Children\342\200\231s files reviewed were complete and met regulations.
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.
Licensee's primary language is Haitian/Creole and hence is exempt from the Mandated Reporter AB1207 training. Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications expire on 07/2025. Licensee states he has conducted fire and disaster drills but did not remember were conducted and documented on 01/06/2025. Licensee rents the home and control of property (lease) was viewed and verified during the inspection. Licensee also obtained a signed Landlord Consent form LIC 9149 for a large license.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was reviewed. 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) or (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
.
Licensee was advised if there is to be an infant in care, there must be
one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. Cribs or play yards are free from all loose articles and objects. Licensee physically checks on sleeping infants up to 24 months of age every 15 minutes. An Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20)] is maintained for each infant up to 12 months of age. Licensee states she places infants up to 12 months of age on their backs for sleeping.
See LIC 809C Continuation...
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 reviewed the safe sleep regulations with licensee. Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage:
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep
, as an additional resource.
LPA provided and discussed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children\342\200\231s 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 also provided information regarding SIDS, Lead exposure and Shaken Baby Syndrome.
LPA provided and discussed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children\342\200\231s 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 also provided information regarding SIDS, Lead exposure and Shaken Baby Syndrome.
On this date, 04/11/2025, the California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s Law website (meganslaw.ca.gov) was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ.
On 11/12/2024, licensee submitted an application for a large license for up to 14 children. A fire clearance for 14 children was granted on 12/05/2024. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA observed the facility has ample space to care for up to 14 children. Licensee stated he has an assistant that has all the required documents to work at this facility.
LPA discussed with Licensee the maximum capacity for a Large Family Child Care home: 12 children (with a qualified assistant) with no more than 4 infants;
or
(with landlord consent) 14 children (with a qualified assistant) with no more than 3 infants,
1 child enrolled in kindergarten or elementary school and 1 child at least age 6 including children under age 10 who live in the licensee's home. When there is no qualified assistant, 14 years of age or present, the capacity reverts to the requirements for a Small Family Child Care.
A copy of this report and notice of site visit (LIC9213) was provided to the Licensee and was advised it must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
Six (6) Type B Deficiencies were observed as per California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 3), and are being cited on the attached LIC 809-D.
A large family childcare home license may be issued upon final file review.
Exit interview conducted and copy of report was provided to licensee, Dolce Noel. Esther from the Language Interpretation Service provided translation from English to Haitian/Creole. Licensee stated he understood.
