Routine inspection·August 6, 2025

On 08/06/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), David Rocha conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and was met by Licensee Melissa Designori . Also present was licensee’s assistant. Days and hours of operation are Monday through between 7:00 am – 5:00 pm. LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. LPA reviewed current facility sketch and confirmed that the front living room, restroom, and backyard are used for providing care and are accessible to children. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by doorknob spinners and baby gates. There is a built-in ground swimming pool in the backyard which is fenced and made inaccessible. The pool gate is self-latching, self-closing and opens away from the swimming pool. No windows or doors have direct access to the pool area. LPA observed the licensee was missing the following: A pool cover or swimming pool alarm F2208, 12 foot rescue pole with hook, Life ring 17" minimum United States Coast Guard (USCG) approved. LPA reviewed bodies of water regulations with licensee and provided copies of PIN 25-01-CCP 2024 Chaptered Legislation Affecting Child Care Facilities and a copy of the AB2866. LPA advised licensee that effective 1/1/25 they are required to adhere to AB 2866 – Pool Safety: State Department of Social Services regulated facilities as they are no longer exempt from the Swimming Pool Safety Act. The Health and Safety Code requirements are included in Section 1596.814. A Type B deficiency was cited. All firearms and ammunition are stored and locked separately. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible. (Continued on 809-C) There are no fireplaces or open face heaters in the home. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. This is a single level home and there are no stairs. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 04/12/2023. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires on 04/2025. Licensee understands the importance of having their Mandated Reporter Training completed and current CPR / First Aid and will get these renewed. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 102416.2). 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 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/ a nd 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 childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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 . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee Melissa Designori. During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA verified the RSO profile in FAS. Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiency is being cited: Type B deficiency - Health and Safety Code 1596.814 Family daycare home; in-ground swimming pool requirements. (see 809-D). Licensee Melissa Designori was provided appeal rights. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.