Routine inspection·May 6, 2026

On May 6, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Licensee Martha Lobos. The purpose of the visit was to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the facility. Upon arrival, Assistant #1 (A1) granted entry to LPA. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to A1 and toured the facility. Upon arrival, LPA observed only A1 providing care to four infants, one preschool-age child, and two school-age children for a total census of seven children. Upon arrival, LPA inquired if Licensee was present. Per A1, Licensee was not present in the home. Licensee immediately informed A1 to contact Licensee. During the inspection, one school-age child was picked up from the facility for a total census of six children. Licensee arrived at the facility approximately 20 minutes after LPA. Per Licensee, Licensee was absent for "about an hour" due to an emergency. LPA informed Licensee that at time of LPA arrival, the facility was operating above capacity requirements. LPA informed Licensee that with one adult, the facility must adhere to the capacity requirements of a small family child care home, with no more than six children. A Type A citation issued. See 809-D. Per Licensee, adults residing in the home are Licensee, one adult child, and an additional adult child on occasion. LPA verified fingerprint clearances for all adults. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays to Fridays; 6:00am-5:30pm. Physical Plant: Main child care is provided in the playroom, family room, den, bathroom (located within the playroom). The off-limit areas are all bedrooms, laundry room, garage, kitchen, front yard, and back yard which includes an in-ground pool. The off-limit areas made inaccessible via baby gates and locked sliding doors. Indoor Child Care Areas: LPA inspected the child care areas for age-appropriate toys/equipment, safety, and good repair. The carbon monoxide alarm and smoke alarm observed. LPA observed fire extinguisher (2A10BC), fully green. The kitchen made inaccessible by two child safety gates. LPA reminded licensee, if food is brought from the child’s home, the container shall be labeled with the child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee provides all meals during operational hours. Per licensee, there is no smoking in the home. Per licensee, no firearms/weapons on premises. Pool/Bodies of Water: Per LPA observation, there is an in-ground pool in the back yard. The back yard is made off-limits by a locked sliding door. At time of inspection, LPA verified that the sliding door was locked. LPA observed mesh fencing with one gate that provides access to the in-ground pool. The fence was 60 inches in height. The fence does not obscure the pool from view. The vertical clearance from the ground to the bottom of the enclosure did not exceed two inches. There were no gaps or voids wider than 4 inches. LPA tested the gate to swing away from the pool, self-close, self-latch, and have a key-lockable device placed no lower than 60 inches above the ground. At time of inspection, the gate was key-locked. Per LPA observation, a pool alarm was observed in the water at time of inspection. However, the pool alarm was not turned on. LPA informed A1 to turn on the pool alarm. LPA verified that the pool alarm was operable once turned on. Per Licensee and A1, the pool alarm was turned off due to the "pool guy" who visited the facility to provide pool maintenance. Per A1, the "pool guy" left at approximately 11:30am. LPA arrived at approximately 12:10pm. LPA informed Licensee that pool alarm must be turned on and in operating order during all child care hours. A Technical Violation issued. At time of inspection, LPA observed the body hook hung on the mesh fence. However, the body hook was not attached to the fixed 12-foot rescue pole. The rescue pole was attached to a pool net, at time of inspection. LPA informed Licensee that body hook must be attached to the rescue pole. During the inspection, Licensee attached the body hook to the rescue pole. A Technical Violation issued. LPA observed a life ring approved by the U.S. Coast Guard with a minimum exterior of 17 inches. LPA informed licensee of the requirement to document daily pool checks and verified documentation. Licensee shall ensure that there are no climbing aids around the fence that could be used as a handhold or foothold for children to climb. LPA informed licensee that the pool requirements will remain in place whenever licensed care is provided, and so long as the requirements make the pool inaccessible to children as determined by the licensing department. File Review: LPA reviewed Licensee and Assistant #1 (A1) files. LPA verified a valid Pediatric CPR/FA certification only for Licensee. Per record review, Assistant #1 (A1) proof of immunizations (MMR, Tdap) not included in file at time of inspection. LPA informed Licensee that all personnel files must include proof of immunizations (MMR, Tdap). Licensee will provide proof of A1 immunizations to the department by POC due date. A Type B citation issued. See 809 D. LPA reviewed seven children files. Per record review, files for Child #1 (C1) and Child #2 (C2) did not include immunization records. Per Licensee, immunization records were received. However, Licensee was unable to present the documents to LPA for review at time of inspection. Licensee will provide proof of immunization records on file for C1 and C2 to the department by POC due date. A Type B citation issued. See 809 D. Documents Provided: Entrance Checklist (LIC 126), Declaration (LIC 855), Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224), Capacity Chart, Appeal Rights Any Type A citation (s) and/or documents verifying compliance or non-compliance must be posted for 30 days during all hours of operation. Applicant shall provide a copy of Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children enrolled by the next business day and to newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of the report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224) or other written statement must be placed in the child's file for verification. Failure to do so will result in a civil penalty. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.00. Per the Health and Safety code (HSC) 1596.859, 1596.8895, and 1597.05 to improve transparency of licensing records and to notify parents/guardians. 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 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. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. The Licensee shall permit the Department to inspect the family childcare home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of family child care laws or regulations. Also, to enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. Licensee advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report (LIC624B) when submitting a report to the department at: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov . A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven (7) days following the occurrence of any events specified above. 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 child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the Licensee Martha Lobos confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed an RSO check on FAS. During this inspection, one Type A citation, two Type B citations, and two Technical Violations issued. See 809-D. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Martha Lobos.