Routine inspection·May 6, 2026

O n 5/6/2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), K. Trinh conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual Random. LPA observed the two (2) licensees and an assistant caring for 10 children which included 4 infants and 6 preschool age child playing in the living room . Licensee was operating within the licensed capacity as specified on license. Facility Day care hours are 7:00AM-5:30PM, Monday through Friday . A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility residents, staff, or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensees were 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. During today’s inspection, LPA and licensee toured the inside and outside areas identified in the facility sketch as accessible to child care children. Off limits areas are made inaccessible by means of a safety gate and door locks . The child care area consists of the dining room, kitchen, living room, and backyard . There are working carbon monoxide, smoke detector, and fire extinguishers in the home that meet statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. There were no poisons or other items observed which could pose a danger to children or if they were observed, they were locked or inaccessible. (Continue to page 2) (Page 2) Licensee stated there are no firearm s and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility and none were observed during today's inspections. There was a fireplace in the living room and was inaccessible to children in care. The home has age-appropriate toys for the ages served. LPA verified there is a working telephone service (cellular service), licensee was reminded that childcare phone needs to remain in the childcare at all times. There is an in-ground swimming pool located in the backyard. LPA inspected and verified safety requirements for the in-ground pool on the premises. There is a door and window alarm that sounds when it is opened. LPA reminded the Licensees to ensure the sliding door is kept closed when the children are not transitioning from the indoor and outdoor activity space. When testing the pool alarm, it did not sound off upon detection of entrance into the water; see LIC 809D for deficiency. Additionally, the life ring was not labeled as approved by the United States Coast Guard; see LIC 809D for deficiency. Licensees also did not have a body hook or an in-ground pool daily inspection log for review; see LIC 809D for deficiency. LPA provided the Licensees with the in-ground pool California Code of Regulations, Health and Safety Code, and Assembly Bill 2866. Licensees’ file was reviewed during the facility inspec tion on this date. Licensee possesses a current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 2/1/2027. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family childcare home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles for licensee was reviewed and within compliance . Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers and employees to complete mandated reporting training and to renew the training every two years. Licensee, Shemiah Barracoso’s mandated reporter training certificate expires 8/4/2026. Licensee, Kathryne Barracoso and Staff 1 (S1) did not have a mandated reporter training certificate from within the last two years; see LIC 809D for deficiency. The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The space was enclosed by a fence at least five feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was maintained and free of hazards. There were age-appropriate toys and materials for children in care. LPA reminded the licensees to supervise the children at all times when using the backyard. (Continue to page 3) (Page 3) 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/ . The licensee understands they must be present in the facility and must ensure children in care are always supervised. Children are not to be left alone in parked vehicles. When the licensee is temporarily absent from the facility, arrangements must be made for a qualified substitute adult to care for and supervise children while absent. The substitute adult must have the required criminal record clearance, child abuse index clearance, immunizations, Pediatric CPR/First Aid, and mandated reporter training. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian CCLD website www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing was provided to licensee to access regulations, updates, and licensing forms. Licensee was advised to register through childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov in order to receive quarterly updates. Licensee was advised of their responsibility to review the Provider Information Notices (PIN) found on the CCLD website. A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the licensee. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensees 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 licensees 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. (Continue to page 4) (Page 4) Based on LP As observations and record reviews the following violations were observed and are being cited in accordance with Health and Safety Code, Sections 1596.814 and 1596.8662, on the attached LIC 809D. 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 . Licensee 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 Kathryne Barracoso, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided with a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager at the address listed above. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Kathryne Barracoso. End of report.