Routine inspection·May 21, 2026

On May 21, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Giovani Gonzalez conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at the above mentioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPA met with licensee Livier Cruz and informed them the purpose of the inspection. At the time of the inspection 2 children were present. LPA observed required postings to be located in the living room of the FCCH. LPA observed the facility to have a combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector which was tested at 9:50AM and found in working order. The FCCH has a regulation fire extinguisher. LPA reminded license to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. LPA in the company of the licensee toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. LPA notes the facility is currently using the living room, 1 bathroom, and backyard for child care purposes. LPA observed the living room to have sufficient space and ventilation for children in care. LPA observed the living room to have a fire place that is secured with a child proof lock. LPA observed the hallway bedrooms to be made inaccessible with a child proof gate and locks. LPA observed the kitchen is made inaccessible with child proof gates. LPA observed sharps and cleaning products to be located in a secured kitchen cabinet. LPA observed the bathroom used for child care purposes to be clean. LPA reminded licensee it is their responsibility to ensure all hygiene products are inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed the outdoor area to be completely enclosed. LPA observed the yard to have age appropriate toys and equipment. LPA observed the backyard to be free of hazards as well. No bodies of water were CONTINUED LIC 809C observed on site. LPA reviewed files of children. LPA notes all children had incomplete files. 1 Type B deficiency is being issued as a result on the attached LIC 809D. LPA informed licensee all children in their care must have a complete file. Licensee stated they are not caring for infants at this time, there for no Safe Sleep Checks were reviewed. Licensee's Pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 10/11/26. Licensee's Mandated Reporter Training (AB 1207 compliant) expires 10/15/26 .LPA reminded licensee that it is their responsibility to maintain current certifications and training. Licensee informed LPA Adult 1 (A1) has been staying at the FCCH for 2-3 weeks. LPA notes A1 does not have CRC and 1 Type A deficiency and Civil Penalty is being issued on the attached LIC 809D. 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. 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. CONTINUED LIC809C 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. 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. 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 . 1 Type A and 1 Type B deficiency were issued during today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. A violation regarding Criminal Record Clearance warrants an immediate civil penalty and is hereby assessed, see LIC421BG. Upon receipt, provide copies of this licensing report to each parent/guardian of enrolled children and to parents/guardians of newly enrolled children during the next 12 months. Acknowledgement of Receipt LIC 9224 form shall be used for this purpose. LIC 9224 after completed shall be maintained in each child's file. (LIC 9224 was provided to Licensee). Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Livier Cruz.