Routine inspection·August 13, 2025

On 08/13/2025 at 1:10 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Bill Billones and Elizabeth George conducted an unannounced Annual Random inspection of the abovementioned Large Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPAs met with licensee Alma Cabrera and informed them of the purpose of the visit. LPAs in the company of the licensee toured the interior and exterior of the facility and observed required documents posted in a prominent and publicly accessible area of the home. The hours of operation are from 7:30 AM to 4:35 PM, Monday through Friday. During the inspection, LPAs observed 7 children in care, along with the licensee and two adult assistants providing supervision. The home is a single story 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. The FCCH operates out of the living room, family room, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, kitchen/dining area, and an outdoor play area in the backyard. The rest of the home is excluded from child care. LPAs observed the family room is used for childcare activities and 1 bedroom is used as nap and changing room. The rooms used for child care were observed to be clean, organized, and appropriately furnished. The bathroom was observed to be clean and free of hazardous items. LPAs observed kitchen knives with safety covers located in an unlocked drawer in an accessible kitchen. LPAs observed a container of Lysol wipes and hand sanitizer on the china hutch accessible to children. LPAs observed cleaning supplies stored in a locked garage inaccessible to children in care. Medicines were observed stored on a high shelf of the china hutch. Licensee was reminded to store cleaning products and other hazardous materials out of children\342\200\231s reach. LPAs observed a screened fireplace in the living room. Off-limit bedrooms are made inaccessible by door locks. Licensee stated they have one dog present in the home, which vaccines for the animal are up to date. Licensee stated no firearms or ammunition are stored in the home. No bodies of water were observed. Continued on 809-C. LPAs observed a dual carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm, which was tested at 3:04 PM and found to be operable. LPAs observed a regulation fire extinguisher that was last serviced on 12/16/2024. LPAs noted disaster and fire drills are conducted every 6 months. The last fire drill was conducted and documented on 06/19/2025. The outdoor yard is enclosed by wooden fencing. LPAs observed a sandbox, a play house, swing set, and ample grass area for children\342\200\231s use. LPA\342\200\231s observed shade is provided by umbrella and multiple awnings. Outdoor toys and play equipment are age appropriate. A sample of children and staff records were reviewed. The children\342\200\231s records were found to be complete and contained all necessary documents. All infant\342\200\231s files reviewed had an Individualized Infant Sleep Plan and a 15 minute sleep chart. Staff records were missing Mandated Reporter training, which is not in compliance with regulations. Licensees\342\200\231 Pediatric First Aid/CPR expires on 06/06/2026 and Mandated Reporter certificate expired on 07/04/2025. Licensee was reminded to keep training certifications current and updated prior to expirations. All adults present in the home were associated and cleared. 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. 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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/ . Continued on 809-C. 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. During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPAs completed the RSO profile in FAS. During today\342\200\231s inspection, one Type B deficiency was cited on the attached LIC809-D. Two technical violations were also issued. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, appeal rights were provided, and report was reviewed with the licensee Alma Cabrera.