Routine inspection·January 29, 2026

ANNUAL /RANDOM INSPECTION CONDUCTED- PREFERRED LANGUAGE SPANISH On January 29, 2026, at 9:15 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Carter conducted an Unannounced Annual / Random Inspection and met with Leticia Gutierrez, the Licensee . LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. LPA was taken on a guided tour of the facility and provided licensee with a copy of the Facility Entrance Checklist. Adults in the home were discussed, and all have criminal record clearance. Also present was the Licensee\342\200\231s Assistant and adult resident. There were 10 children present during today\342\200\231s inspection and currently 14 children enrolled. The children's roster was reviewed by LPA and is current. The facility\342\200\231s hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Per licensee, transportation is provided. This is a single story home which consists of (2) bedrooms, (1) bathroom, living room, kitchen, dining room, family room, enclosed patio (day care area), attached garage, and ADU (studio /1bathroom) in the backyard. Areas accessible to children include: Enclosed patio, hallway bathroom, and back yard. (Kitchen and dining room used in passing) Off-limits areas include : (2) bedrooms, family room, and ADU. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. Off-limit areas are locked during operating hours, observed by LPA making them inaccessible to children in care. All areas accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the comfort and safety of the children. There is a working telephone maintained in the home via cellphone and facility has central air and heating. ......... REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 1 OF 5......... PAGE 2 OF 5 Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Parents\342\200\231 Rights were posted and observed at time of inspection. Disaster drill log was also available during today\342\200\231s inspection, with last disaster drill conducted on 12/1/25 . LPA observed the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher in the kitchen and patio with service tag dated 1/17/24. LPA reminded licensee that fire extinguishers should be serviced or purchased new annually. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in operable condition at time of inspection. At 9:35 AM, LPA observed previously identified off-limits attached garage converted into a classroom for the children\342\200\231s use. Per licensee, this area has more space for the children. LPA asked licensee if she notified the department prior to converting the space. Licensee stated she was not aware of regulation stating the department must be notified prior to changing the space and thought it would be okay because the space is larger. LPA will review the fire clearance for this facility upon return to the office, and assess at a later date. LPA observed classroom area has age-appropriate toys, free of loose and sharp parts. There is a changing table mounted to the wall and adjacent sink. Toileting supplies are stored directly above changing table. LPA observed a variety of learning charts on the walls. There is a wall mounted first aid kit, ceiling fan, and A/C wall unit. LPA observed sleeping cots against the wall. LPA advised licensee that the children may not eat or sleep in the attached garage. The children have access to the adjacent enclosed patio. LPA observed a child-size table and chairs, and storage for overflow of toys and learning materials. The children have access to backyard for outside play. LPA observed yard has grass and adequate perimeter fencing through-out the property and age-appropriate toys for children in care. Per Licensee, children are supervised while playing outside. Play area has shading and is free of hazards. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on the premises. Children use the bathroom located in the hallway. LPA observed bathroom to have operable toilet/sink and adequate toileting supplies for children in care. No hazards observed. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which can pose a danger to children are inaccessible stored in off-limit areas of the home. Knives are stored in an upper kitchen cabinet. Detergents, cleaning supplies, and medications are stored in the hallway closet. LPA observed door locked. The Licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that poisons must be locked. The Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. PAGE 3 OF 5 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 the Licensee, there are no children enrolled that requires medication administered or any children with allergies. The isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the living room, supervised and away from the other children in care . Infant Care: Currently, there are (3) infants over 12 months enrolled. LPA reviewed sleeping log for all enrolled infants. The Licensee was advised; infants shall not be swaddled in care. Car seats shall only be used for transportation purposes and shall not be used for sleeping. LPA discussed the Safe sleep regulation, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0 -24 months. 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, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). All required licensing forms are in file. Staff records were reviewed: Licensee's Pediatric CPR / First Aid valid until: 9/13/27 and the Assistant's Pediatric CPR / First Aid valid until: 6/12/26. Staff had proof of required immunizations and proof of TB clearance. Licensee's Mandated Reporter training was completed and valid until: 7/14/26 and Assistant's 8/28/26. All adults had LIC 508 criminal record statement and LIC 9052 on file. The following was discussed: \302\267 Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. NO smoking, NO infant walkers, NO Johnny jumpers, NO saucer chairs, NO incline sleepers, or any other item that falls into that category are permitted in the facility. Effective January 1, 2010, Licensees of family childcare homes are required to ensure that at least one staff member with current training in Pediatric First Aid & CPR is on site at all times when children are present. \302\267 Reporting Requirements: Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur, such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. PAGE 4 OF 5 During the inspection, children present were 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. Per licensee, there is one pet dog in the home that does not interact with day care children. Licensee confirms there are no smokers in the home, there are no weapons or firearms in the home, and there are no pools , spa or other bodies of water on the premises. Licensee 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 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 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 was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the Licensee Leticia Gutierrez, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Based on this information, the following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809D are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site inspection by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Leticia Gutierrez . Appeal Rights Given ..........Report End Page 5 of 5..........