Routine inspection·March 4, 2026

On March 4, 2026, at 12:25 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Elizabeth George and Bill Billones conducted an unannounced annual random inspection at the above-mentioned family child care home (FCCH). LPAs met with Licensee Celia Aguirre and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPAs, in the company of the Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. At the time of the inspection 4 children were present along with two assistants. Licensee stated that children have access to the front living room, one bathroom, back play room as well as front and back yard areas. The homes bedrooms are inaccessible to children in care. The homes kitchen was accessible during the inspection, licensee stated the sliding door closes and there is a baby gate blocking the second entrance. The home was orderly and clean with proper ventilation for all children in care. The bathroom used for care is clean. Discussed with Licensee the importance of continuing to make sure that items that could be hazardous to children, including those that indicate "KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN" are made inaccessible to children. LPAs observed medications in a bucket next the couch in the living room, accessible to children. Licensee removed the medication during the inspection. Sharps and knives are stored in the kitchen on a high cabinet that is inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed that cleaning compounds are stored throughout the home on elevated surfaces. Toys, furniture and equipment in the facility are age appropriate. LPAs observed required licensing forms and documents posted by the entrance of the facility. LPAs observed a smoke detector and a carbon monoxide detector which were tested and found operable at 12:55PM. LPAs observed a regulation fire extinguisher that was serviced 11/21/25. LPA reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. Licensee stated that fire drills are not conducted. Continued on 809-C LPAs observed the backyard to be completely fenced. The FCCH was observed to have plenty of shade for the children in care. Toys and play equipment observed in backyard are age appropriate and in good conditions. LPAs observed a trampoline in the backyard which licensee stated is used per manufacturer directions. LPAs observed one dog sectioned off on the side yard of the home, separated from children in care. LPAs observed a separate backyard section that licensee stated children have no access to. LPAs reminded licensee the gate needs to remain locked and inaccessible to children. LPA observed no bodies of water on site. Licensee informed LPA no firearms or ammunition are in the home. A sample of children\342\200\231s records was reviewed. All records reviewed are current. Facilities current roster of children was reviewed by the LPA during inspection with all children present during the inspection noted in the roster. LPA observed completed and up to date infant sleep logs. Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications are current and expire August 2027. Mandated Reporter Certification expires November 2026. Assistants Mandated Reported are current. Licensee was provided with the Entrance check list in Spanish and informed of the items required to be on hand for staff files. 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 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. continued on 809-C 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 Celia Aguirre, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. During today's inspection two Type B citations were issued today under Title 22 regulations and can be found on the attached 809-D\342\200\231s. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, appeals rights were provided and report was reviewed with the licensee, Celia Aguirre.