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25 | On 06/02/2026 at 7:50 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gabriela Hernandez conducted an unannounced annual inspection for a small family childcare at the above home. LPA met with Licensee Edgar Ruiz, who guided LPA on a tour of the home. There was 5 children present with Licensee when LPA arrived. During the visit, the facility had 11 children enrolled and 5 children present.
The facility operates Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day. Certain areas are off-limits, including the Owners Suite, Bedroom #2, Bedroom #3, Bedroom #4, Bedroom #5, Bathroom #2, Laundry Room, and Backyard. During visit, Licensee submitted updated facility sketch listing Bedroom #5 as off-limits. The facility is licensed as a Small Family Child Care Home (FCCH) with a maximum capacity of eight children and is operating within the licensed capacity of the license.
During the inspection, LPA verified a working cell phone is available, and the current phone and email on file are correct. A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed, along with a functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector, both of which were tested by the Licensee. There is no fireplace in the home. All cleaning items/ toxins are stored securely and are inaccessible to children. LPA observed medicines stored in an accessible pantry and kitchen cabinet; Type B deficiency issued. No weapons are present, and the Licensee, Edgar Ruiz, understands that all firearms, weapons, and ammunition must be locked separately and made inaccessible as per Title 22 Regulations. Stairs are barricaded with a baby gate when children are in care.
The facility provides clean, safe, and age-appropriate toys for children. A current roster is on file, and required postings, including the Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Notification of Parent’s Rights, are displayed. Fire and disaster drill documentation is not maintained, the last drill conducted on August 8, 2025, Type B deficiency issued.
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