The LPAs, in the company of Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. The FCCH is a four (4) bedroom and two-bathroom two story home with an ADU studio in the backyard. The living room (converted play area), family room, downstairs bathroom located through the dining room, and the homes backyard are utilized for childcare services, while the remainder is excluded (four bedrooms, kitchen, garage, additional bathroom, and ADU). LPAs observed a gate at the entrance of the kitchen making it inaccessible. Additionally, a retractable gate was observed at the base of the stairs making the second floor of the home also inaccessible.

LPAs observed the FCCH to be orderly and clean.

· The bathroom, utilized for childcare services, is clean and free of toxins.

· Cleaning compounds were observed in a locked cabinet in the locked garage and under the locked kitchen cabinet inaccessible to children in care.

· Sharps were observed on a Tupperware box in a locked elevated cabinet in kitchen.

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· LPAs observed toys, books, furnishings, and other age-appropriate equipment throughout the interior (living room area) of the FCCH.

· LPAs observed a combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector and was tested at 1:28PM and found to be operational.

· LPAs observed a regulation fire extinguisher in the FCCH, which was last serviced on 11/10/24. LPAs reminded the Licensee to service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher yearly.

· LPAs notes the last fire/disaster drill was conducted 2/12/2025. LPAs reminded the licensee that the disaster drills must be conducted every 6 months per regulation.

LPAs observed the backyard area to be fully fenced by wood. The playground is made up of varying surfaces (concrete pavement and grass and silicone for cushioning around the playground structure). Licensee informed LPAs that children are always supervised when engaged in outdoor activities. Licensee informed the LPAs that she is interested in adding the area of the back yard which is now inaccessible by a gate for the daycare. LPAs advised the licensee that she would first need to send an updated LIC279 and include an updated LIC999 with a request for a change to the FCCH prior to making any changes.

· Inaccessible area in the backyard is used as extra parking for the family vehicles and entrance for tenants who live in the ADU above the garage in the back part of the property.

· LPAs observed the locked garage in the backyard that is inaccessible by means of a gate. Inside the garage was the storage of yard tools and family items.

· Like the interior of the FCCH, the backyard has age-appropriate equipment and play structures throughout the area that can appropriately afford for childcare services.

· LPAs also observed and confirmed that there are no bodies of water on site.

LPAs reviewed children's records. The records are current, complete, and possessed emergency contact information and immunization records, among other relevant licensing documents and forms. The Licensee's records were also viewed.

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· Mandated Reporter Training, expiring on 3/12/25, is current and complete as are other relevant licensing forms and documents. Licensee was reminded to renew certifications and training prior to expirations.

· The Licensee verbally stated that there are no firearms or ammunition stored on site.

The Licensee does not currently provide medication or Incidental Medical Services (IMS) to current children in care. IMS policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

LPAs 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.

No prohibited equipment will be allowed or used in the home. No baby bouncers, No infant walkers, No Johnny jumpers, No saucer chairs, No trampolines and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility.

LPAs 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 all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.

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On 1/03/2025, the Licensee submitted documentation for a FCCH change of capacity. The Licensee is seeking to change the FCCH’s capacity from 8 (Small FCCH) to 14 (Large FCCH). The Santa Maria Fire Department granted a fire clearance following an inspection completed at FCCH on 1/15/2025.

Today, no deficiencies were cited under Title 22 Division 12 Appeal rights given.

The home meets Title 22 of CCR provisional requirements for a Large Family Childcare license. However, due to multiple type A deficiencies cited within a 12 month span an informal conference with LPA and LPM will be scheduled prior to the approval of the requested change of capacity increase.

A notice of site visit was given to applicant and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. FAILURE TO POST THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT FOR 30 DAYS MAY RESULT IN A $100.00 CIVIL PENALTY. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Guadalupe Garcia in the licensee’s preferred language, Spanish.