Routine inspection·April 10, 2026

On April 10, 2026, at 9:00AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joaquin Mendez conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the above-mentioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPA met with Margie Vega, Licensee of the FCCH and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA in the company of the Licensee toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. The FCCH uses the ( living room, dining room, kitchen, hall bathroom, three bedrooms, and daycare room ) for childcare. The remainder of the FCCH is made inaccessible by using doorlocks. At the time of the inspection, LPA observed 6 children under care and supervision. At 9:36AM LPA observed the daycare room is not on the LIC999 (facility sketch). The licensee explained the daycare room is newly completed construction. LPA’s file review and licensee interview confirmed that the department was not notified of any changes. The licensee explained that all parents were notified and that construction operated during facility off hours only. LPA requested an updated LIC999 from the licensee to update the changes to the home. Additionally, the licensee states that the backyard is not being used due to construction and is not completed. LPA advised the licensee to include the backyard as inaccessible on the LIC999. The FCCH is clean, orderly, and has ventilation to afford for the children’s comfort. Sharps, medications, and cleaning supplies are stored in an locked kitchen cabinet. LPA note these items are inaccessible to children in care. The bathroom was observed to be clean and free of toxins. Toys, furniture and equipment observed in the FCCH are age appropriate. LPA observed required licensing forms and documents posted on a bulletin board near the entry door of the FCCH. LPA observed a combination smoke/carbon monoxide detector that was tested at 10:01AM and were found to be operational. The FCCH has a regulation fire Continue on LIC809C extinguisher (2A10BC) that was serviced on 1/13/2026 . LPA reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually . The backyard is enclosed with wooden fencing, and the entry/exit points are secured. The back yard is not used due to construction. LPA note there are no bodies of water on site. The children’s records were reviewed. The records are current and complete with emergency contact information, immunization records, and other required licensing forms and documents. The Licensee and Assistant’s records were reviewed and found to be current with CPR/First Aid certifications (expire 11/15/2027) and Mandated Reporter training (expire 9/26/2026). LPA note the most recent fire/emergency drill was conducted on 10/17/2025 at 3:30PM with 12 children present. Licensee states there are no firearms or ammunition stored on site. 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/ . 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-andresources/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 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 1596.87, 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. Continue on LIC809C 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 LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. The licensee provided proof of control of property. Licensee is the homeowner. 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 . During today's inspection 1 type B citation and 1 LIC9102 Technical assistance were issued. (see LIC809D and LIC9102TA respectively). LPA observed licensee post the Notice of Site visit. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Margie Vega, in Spanish. FAILURE TO POST THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT FOR 30 DAYS MAY RESULT IN A $100.00 CIVIL PENALTY.