Routine inspection·September 9, 2025

On 9/9/2025 at 8:45AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis Gomez met with Licensee, Angela Baquero. The purpose of today’s visit was explained and was for an unannounced, annual-random inspection. Present in the home was the license and assistant caring for 6 children. During inspection, 2 additional assistants and 2 children arrived to the facility. (3 children infant-age 5 children preschool age. The areas of the home designated for childcare use are: Lower Level: Living Room (Playroom), Bedroom #1; Bedroom #2 (Napping only); Bathroom #1; Seating Area; Backyard Area. The areas designated as ‘off-limit’ are: Lower Level: Garage; and Entire Upper Level: Kitchen; Living Room; Bedroom #3, Bedroom #4, Bathroom #2, and Bathroom #3. LPA inspected home with licensee for health and safety hazards. At 9:20AM., the following was observed: Facility was clean, neat, with age-appropriate playthings available for the children. The floors and ground surfaces were clear of obstructions or potential hazards. At 9:35AM., Based on observation, LPA confirmed latch to barricaded staircase has been broken. Advisory Note: Technical Violation (LIC9102TV) was issued. LPA reminded licensee to install padding covering on exposed sharp corners in furniture. Advisory Note: Technical Violation (LIC9102TV) was issued. LPA observed accessible furniture, materials, and blocks inspected were in were in good repair. Facility has a table/ chairs, scaled to the appropriate size. Licensee has infant feeding chairs, with detachable table component. For scheduled nap, LPA observed plan pens and plastic cots available in bedroom #2. Bathroom #1 was observed clean with faucet and toilet in operating condition. The cleaning detergents, compounds, and other items which can pose a danger, have been stored in off-limit areas. The facility had ventilation, lighting, and was comfortable temperature. Facility has a telephone service (cell phone); smoke/ carbon monoxide, combination detector, and fire extinguisher (2A:10BC). (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.) (PAGE 2) At 9:40AM., LPA review the backyard area. The area was completely enclosed with tall fencing, and playthings in like-new condition. The climbing structures and shaded rest canopy were properly anchored. Home does not have any pools, fishponds, jacuzzi, or bodies of water. At 10:10AM., LPA reviewed the facility records including the children’s and staff files. Staff files were reviewed and included staff’s proof of required immunization; and Notice of Employee Rights (LIC9052). Children’s files were reviewed and including their: Identification and Emergency Information (LIC700); Notice of Parents Right’s (LIC995A); Consent for Medical Treatment (LIC627); and Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC9227) for qualifying infants in care. At 11:00AM., Based on interview and record review, LPA confirmed licensee does not document infant napping conditions every 15 minutes. Advisory Note: Technical Violation (LIC9102TV) was issued. Licensee's Cardiopulmonary / Pediatric First Aid certificate was current, expiring: 4/2026. Licensee is conducting emergency disaster drill (Earthquake and Fire Drills) every 2 years, with last drill done on 6/11/2025. LPA asked licensee to log disaster drill conducted,. The required postings are posted by the entry way including the: Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610); Earthquake Prepardness Checklist; and Notification of Parent’s Rights (PUB379). Per licensee, isolation of an ill child is in the Playroom. Per licensee, food services are provided by facility. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 years and over living in the home, person who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employee and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain criminal 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. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.) (Page 3) LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with licensee and the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep Web page at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesource/child-care-licesning/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on United States consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at http://www.cpsc.gov and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. For IMS information, see PIN 20-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll- free ADA information line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514- 0382 (TTY) and link to publications: Commonly asked questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm 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 tool, please send them 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/inforesource/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Based on today's inspection, no deficiencies were cited in areas evaluated, according to Title 22, Div. 12 Chap. 3, CA Health and Safety Code of Regulations. An exit interview and facility evaluation reports were discussed with Licensee, Angela V. Baquero. The signature of this form acknowledges receipt of these documents. During exit interview, the licensee confirmed no registered sex offenders are living in the facility, and LPA completed RSO profile in FAS. Notice of the Site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days.