Follow-up·July 11, 2025

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Cherie Acosta and Karina Canela conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection. The purpose of the inspection was to ensure compliance with AB2866 pool safety requirements. LPAs met with licensee Athena Certeza. Also present was licensee's fingerprint cleared husband/assistant. There was 1 infant, 3 preschool aged children and 8 school aged children in care. During the visit LPAs observed licensee to be in compliance with AB2866 pool safety requirements. Licensee's pool and hot tub are enclosed by use of a mesh fence and wooden fence. The mesh fence has a self closing/latching gate that opens away from the pool. The fence does not obstruct the view of the pool. Licensee has a pool alarm both in the pool and hot tub. Licensee has a life ring that it is approved by the United States Coast Guard and a rescue pole with a body hook that has a fixed length greater than 12 feet. There are no deficiencies cited today. Notice of Site Visit was provided and must be posted for 30 days. Exit interview and report reviewed with Athena Certeza.