LPA, in the company of Applicant, toured the interior and exterior of the single story residence unit in its entirety. The residence has 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, front yard, and backyard. The areas to be used for childcare within the residence is the living room (main play room), kitchen, one bathroom, one bedroom (napping and secondary play room), front yard, and backyard. The remainder of the home is excluded from childcare services, including the master bedroom and master bathroom. Importantly to note, child safety knobs, gates, and latches will be added to drawers and rooms that are inaccessible for children in care.

·LPA observed a regulation fire extinguisher (2A10BC) in the area for childcare. The receipt for the fire extinguisher could not be retrieved at the time of the inspection and will be sent to the LPA as soon as it's found. LPA reminded Applicant of the responsibility to service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually.

· The residence has a couple of combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the home. Near the kitchen area, a detector was tested at 11:20 AM and was found to be operational.

• Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.

• Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

·LPA observed no pets present on site.

· In the backyard area, LPA observed a swing set and other toys and equipment appropriate for children in care.

· LPA observed the footing of the front yard and backyard to be made up of concrete pavement, sand, and some artificial turf. LPA also observed an umbrella in the front and backyards. During the warm seasons of the year, shade will also be afforded with canopies. Applicant will need to add child safety gates to the sides of the backyard and front yard to ensure proper supervision of children in care. In the backyard, Applicant will also need to add a barrier or gate in front of the electrical meter box.

· LPA observed no bodies of water on site and confirmed that this was the case with the Applicant.

·Applicant informed LPA that no firearms or ammunition are present on site.

·LPA observed no fireplaces in the space.

·The residence has proper space and ventilation for children in care.

·The restroom to be used for children in care is observed to be clean and free of toxins. A child safety gate should be added to the back part of the restroom preventing access to the dryer and washer.

·Sharps are stored in an unlocked kitchen cabinet. A child safety latch will be added to the cabinet due to it being in reach for children in care.

·Personal medications are stored in an elevated kitchen cabinet.

·Chemicals and cleaning supplies are also stored in elevated kitchen cabinets.

·Filtered water will be provided via bottled gallons of water.

LPA record review revealed Applicant's documents noted below.

·CCLD orientation certificate was obtained on 6/18/25.

·Applicant completed Preventative Health Training on 8/14/25.

·Pediatric CPR/First Aid was completed on 7/14/25 (expiration 7/14/27).

·LPA reminded Applicant of obligation to maintain current training and certifications.

Applicant Abigail Pascual was reminded that 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 or any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility.

Applicant Abigail Pascual 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.

The control of property was reviewed. Because the Applicant rents/leases the home, a proof of landlord notification is required. LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification Form (LIC 9151) that the Applicant confirmed was provided to the property owner/landlord. LPA also viewed a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149).

LPA reviewed with Applicant the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children’s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. The Entrance Checklist (LIC 126) was also provided to the Applicant. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Applicant 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 Applicant 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

On this date, 11/18/25, the California Attorney General - Megan’s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility address. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ.

Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PINs), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters, and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communications.

A Small FCCH License (8 children in care) will be granted upon submission of the following corrections:

• An updated Property Owner/Landlord Consent Form (LIC 9149) needs to be submitted due to the Applicant initially applying for a Large FCCH License, rather than a Small FCCH License.
• A child safety latch needs to be attached to the kitchen cabinet that stores sharps or any other item that could be potentially hazardous for children in care.
• Plastic child safety knob covers must be added to the kitchen stove.
• A child safety gate or some form of a secure barrier needs to be added to a part of the bathroom which doesn't allow for children to have access to the dryer and washing machine.
• In the guest bedroom that will be accessible for children, the room should be configured more in a way that is suitable for play and sleep.
• The master bedroom shall have a child proof door lock added to the handle.
• Child safety gates or some secure form of barrier need to be added to the sides of the backyard and the front yard as well.

• In the front yard, a portion of the gate needs to be closed off.
• In the backyard, Applicant will also need to add some secure form of barrier or gate in front of the electrical meter box.
• The Applicant must submit a picture of the receipt for the purchased regulation fire extinguisher.
• An Influenza (Flu) shot declination letter must be submitted.

A notice of site visit was given to the Applicant and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Applicant, Abigail Pascual.