The facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:00AM to 6:00 PM each day. Certain areas are off-limits, including the attached garage, master bedroom and bathroom. Facility is licensed as a large FCCH with a maximum capacity of fourteen (14) children and is operating within the licensed capacity of the license. An assistant was not present during today’s inspection and appropriate ratios were maintained. With two school aged children, two infants under 24 months and three preschool aged children.

During the inspection, LPA observed a rainy indoor schedule, where children were transitioning from cleaning up from play time, hand washing, lunch, restroom break and then nap. Licensee was observed to be redirecting children and supervising intermittently, while multi-tasking by cooking lunch and assisting with cleaning up. A working cell phone is available, and the current phone number on file is correct. A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed, mounted near the kitchen entry. LPA observed a dual, functioning and operational smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. The fireplace is properly screened in the living room, with a child safety gate and strategically positioned furniture, preventing access to children. LPA confirmed operating child safety locks in kitchen and restroom cabinets, making hazardous items, including toxins, and medications locked and inaccessible to children. Licensee, Jennifer Byles, stated weapons are not present in the home at this time. Licensee understands that all firearms, weapons, and ammunition must be locked separately and made inaccessible as per Title 22 Regulations.

The facility provides a variety of age-appropriate toys for children. A current electronic roster was available for review. LPA confirmed the required postings, including the Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan, License and Notification of Parent’s Rights, are displayed on a cork board in the dining room. Fire and disaster drill documentation is maintained, with the last drill was conducted and recorded in December 2024.

Both children's and employees' records are complete. Mandated Reporter Training has been completed and is valid until January 15, 2026. The Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification expires on January 14, 2026. Resident and staff records were reviewed, and all adults requiring caregiver background checks have received the necessary clearances and exemptions.

Licensee Jennifer Byles 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 Jennifer Byles 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. Licensee was reminded that fifteen minute sleep logs should additionally document the position of the infant, under the age of 12 months, if on a position other then their back.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (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/

On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Child Care Center can be obtained on the Department’s website: www.ccld.ca.gov. Additionally, there is a link to “Receive Important Updates” located on the right side of the page, immediately above Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for.

The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 951-782-4200. Unusual Incident Reports (UIR) must be called in within 24 hours and then electronically emailed or faxed within 7 business days at: unusualincidentreportsDO10@dss.ca.gov.

There are no deficiencies being cited at this time.