Routine inspection·March 5, 2026

On 03/05/2026, at 09:00AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) J. Duran conducted an Unannounced Annual Random inspection and met with licensee Consuelo Cota . LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. Licensee was provided a copy of the Facility Entrance Checklist. All adults associated to the home were found to have criminal record clearance. There were 4 day care children present, 1 assistant, and one adult resident. A review of the roster shows there are 14 children currently enrolled. Licensee reports that the facility\342\200\231s hours of operation are Monday thru Friday for 24hours. Licensee understands that care for children cannot exceed 23 hours in a day. Licensee does not provide overnight care at this time and provides transportation as needed. This is a single story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, and detached garage. Children have access to living room (main care area), hallway bathroom, dining room, and kitchen, and backyard. Off limit areas include 3 bedrooms, one bathroom, and detached garage. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. All areas identified on the facility sketch as accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety and comfort of the children. LPA observed required posted documentation in the living room which included: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA observed completed facility records including: LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 01/05/2026. Dual smoke/carbon monoxide detector located in the hallway observed and tested at facility at the time of inspection. LPA observed the AB10BC fire extinguisher with last service date of 01/06/26. The facility has A/C unit in the main care area and maintains telephone service via landline and cell phone. Page 1 of 3. *****Inspection was conducted in Spanish***** LPA observed age appropriate toys and learning materials available for children in care, free of loose and sharp parts. There is a screened fireplace in the living room. LPA did not observe any wall heaters. The children use the hallway bathroom. LPA did not observe hazards in the bathroom. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications are stored in an off-limits area of the home inaccessible to children in care. Knives were stored in an upper kitchen cabinet. The Licensee states that there are no poisons in the home. Licensee does understand that poison must be locked. The isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked is in the kitchen (breakfast nook), supervised away from the other children in care. Per licensee, food is provided for children in care. LPA reminded licensee that any food brought from the children\342\200\231s homes shall be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Per licensee, the children will have access to the backyard for outside play. LPA observed a wooded sliding gate to separate the off-limits areas in the backyard. LPA observed a storage shed and locked garage. Age-appropriate toys for children in care observed by LPA. Play area is free of loose and sharp articles or objects and all trees, shrubs, and plants are maintained. LPA did not observe any hazards in the backyard. LPA did not observe any pools or bodies of water on the premises. Licensee states that they have no infants enrolled at this time . There is no overnight care provided at the moment. LPA discussed the following: Licensee is aware that they must remain awake while children are awake. If children sleep in separate area from licensee, the door must remain open. If licensee cannot hear children when they wake up, video or audio device can be used. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights.Staff records were reviewed, licensee and assistants Pediatric CPR/ first aid expires on 06/08/26. Staff had proof of required immunizations. All adults had proof of TB clearance. LPA observed Licensee and assistant do have the required Mandated Reporter training certificates on file certificates expire 05/01/2027. During the inspection, children present was observed to be treated with dignity and respect, observed to be receiving safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment. Licensee stated they do not have any children that needs medication administer, or any children with allergies in care at this time. Licensee stated that there are no smokers in the home. Licensee states there is 1 dog in the home secured in off-limits bedroom, observed by LPA. Licensee stated there are no weapons, or firearms in the home. Licensee stated there are no bodies of water around the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water at time of inspection. There are no deficiencies cited today. Page 2 of 3. Licensee Consuelo Cota 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 Consuelo Cota 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 licensee Consuelo Cota of the importance of checking for and removing any 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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)/ (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/ . Licensee Consuelo Cota was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the Licensee Consuelo Cota, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Consuelo Cota. Page 3 of 3.