Routine inspection·September 10, 2025

On 09/10/2025, at 9:05 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Bill Billones conducted an unannounced Annual Random inspection of the abovementioned Large Family Child Care Home (FCCH). Upon arrival, Licensee Amalia Buenrostro was not present at the FCCH. LPA observed 6 children in care along with two staff assistants (S2 and S3) providing care and supervision. A 9:15 AM, Licensee arrived at the home and LPA informed them of the purpose of the inspection. LPA in the company of the Licensee toured the interior and exterior of the facility and observed required documents posted in a publicly accessible area of the home. The hours of operation are 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Saturday. The FCCH is a single-story home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, a day care room, laundry room, garage, and enclosed backyard. The FCCH operates out of the living room, kitchen, dining area, 1 bathroom, a day care room used for child care activities, and the backyard. The rest of the home is excluded from child care. The rooms used for day care were observed to be organized and appropriately furnished. Age-appropriate toys and children\342\200\231s equipment were observed. LPA observed a screen electronic fireplace in the living room, which Licensee stated is not utilized. LPA observed the kitchen area to be free of hazardous items. Knives and personal medication are stored in a locked kitchen cabinet. LPA observed the day care bathroom to be clean and free of hazardous items. LPA observed the off-limits areas, which are made inaccessible by child proof knob covers. LPA observed a locked laundry closet where cleaning supplies are stored. LPA observed the backyard is enclosed with cinder block fencing and a latched wooden gate for emergency exit. LPA observed a seesaw and a meshed trampoline in the backyard along with other age-appropriate outdoor toys. LPA advised Licensee to ensure equipment use is supervised and used within the manufacturer guidelines. Continued on 809-C LPA observed the pull alarm is located next to the front entrance. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm, which were both tested at 10:04 AM and found to be operable. LPA observed a regulation fire extinguisher (3A40BC) that was last serviced on 12/13/2024. LPA noted last fire drill was conducted and documented on 08/11/2025. Licensee stated no firearms or ammunition are stored on site. No bodies of water were observed. A sample of children records and staff files were reviewed. Children\342\200\231s files were found to be complete. Two infant files reviewed did not contain sleep logs, which Licensee stated they did not complete because the infants did not sleep. Licensee was advised to maintain a sleep log to record when the infant did not sleep. LPA reviewed a complete children\342\200\231s roster. Staff files were not maintained. Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric First Aid/CPR expired on 01/22/2025 and Mandated Reporter certificate expired on 02/22/2025. Licensee was reminded to keep training certifications current and updated prior to expirations. One assistant (S2) did not have a valid Mandated Reporter nor a current First Aid/CPR training certificate. LPA noted another assistant (S3) did not have background clearance nor association on the Guardian facility roster as of today's date 09/10/2025. LPA observed S2 and S3 providing care and supervision to day care children. 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. Continued on 809-C 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/ . 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. During today\342\200\231s visit, 1 Type-A deficiency and 2 Type-B deficiencies was cited under Title 22 California Code of Regulations and Health and Safety Code. These deficiencies are listed in the attached 809-Ds. LPA informed Licensee Amalia Buenrostro that this report dated 09/10/2025 documents 1 Type-A citation, which shall be posted for 30 days as there is immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. LPA informed the licensee to provide a copy of the licensing report dated 09/10/2025 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal rights were provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee, Amalia Buenrostro.