Routine inspection·March 5, 2026

On March 5, 2026, 12:38PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cynthia Alvarez conducted an unannounced 3 year required inspection. LPA arrived at the FCCH and met with Licensee Judith Barraza; LPA and the Licensee discussed the nature and purpose of the inspection. Together both licensee and LPA conducted a tour of the home inside and out. At the time of the inspection, there were 6 children present. At 12:45PM Licensee called assistant to come back from lunch and to assist during the inspection. The assistant is cleared and associated to the FCCH. The family childcare home (FCCH) is described as a 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom two-story home. LPA observed a gate at the bottom of the stairs making the entire second floor inaccessible. The licensee is currently living-room, dining room, downstairs bathroom and the enclosed backyard for childcare. LPA observed a gate at both ends of the kitchen, making it inaccessible to the children in care. LPA advised licensee that the facility sketch on file has the kitchen listed an area accessible to children. Licensee stated they had remodeled the kitchen in 2024 and had made the kitchen “off-limits” since then. LPA asked if they notified the department of the remodel. Licensee stated they did not. LPA reminded licensee that anytime there is a remodel done to the FCCH, they must notify the department prior to commencing the remodel. LPA asked if the children were present during the remodel, Licensee indicated that the children were present. LPA advised licensee to submit new facility sketch indicating the kitchen is now “off- limits” to the children. The FCCH has ventilation to afford for the children’s comfort. The bathroom used for childcare was found to be clean and sanitary, and free of harmful chemicals . The backyard was observed to have plenty shade and age-appropriate toys that are in good condition and varied. LPA observed a portion of the backyard had been made “off limits” to the children, licensee stated they are storing some items that were given to them and has made that area “off limits” to the children. LPA advised that anytime “off-limits” areas are modified, they must notify the department and update the facility sketch. LPA asked when the area was made “off limits” to the children, licensee stated since October 2025. LPA asked when they plan to remove the items and make the area accessible to children again, they stated they do not have a date scheduled. LPA requested for licensee to submit a new facility sketch stating the new “off limits” area of the backyard. The Licensee advised that there are no firearms and ammunition in the home, There are no bodies of water in the home. Continued on 809-C Required licensing forms are predominantly posted in front of the FCCH. LPA did not observe any smoke or carbon monoxide detectors in the FCCH. Licensee stated they had forgotten to put them on again after the remodel. The licensee is reminded the FCCH must always have detectors in the home and to routinely check detector to ensure they have working batteries and are in operable condition. The FCCH has a regulation fire extinguisher on site which was serviced 3/3/26, Licensee was reminded to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. LPA reviewed children's records. The records were found to be incomplete; 4 children’s records had outdated immunization records. LPA reminded licensee to obtain a copy of the most updated immunization record every time a child gets updated Furthermore, 1 record did not contain an emergency card. LPA reminded licensee that they need to keep an emergency card for every child enrolled. A review of the infant's present record, found that the licensee is not logging the 15 minute sleep checks. Licensee stated they thought that requirement was only for children up to 12 months. LPA indicated that they must log the sleep checks for children until the child turns 24 months, The FCCH's fire drill was present; the last drill was conducted on 1/9/26. The FCCH roster was present and found incomplete as only 1 child was listed on the roster and licensee has 13 children enrolled. LPA reminded licensee it is required to have the roster up to date. Licensee’s records were reviewed; Licensee’s Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification was expired; it expired 03/2024. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter training course also expired, it expired 03/2024. LPA also reviewed the assistant’s file and they had expired Mandated Reporter Training and Pediatric CPR/First Aid training was conducted online. LPA reminded licensee that CPR/ First Aid training must be done in person. During the inspection, LPA observed licensee place C1 on a high chair, LPA observed child rocking back and forth trying to get off the chair. LPA advised licensee that they cannot place a child on a high chair that is designated to feed children, after further inspection, the high chair was found to be deigned for children up to 2.5 years of age. C1 is 5 years old. LPA advised licensee children cannot be place on chairs that are not designated for their age range. Licensee stated they had placed child on the chair to prevent them from attempting to go outside and because the assistant was busy changing other children, they needed to ensure the child was in place. LPA stated they cannot do that because it is a violation of C1's child's personal rights. Licensee stated they understood and would not place C1 again on that chair. Continued on 809-C at 12:50PM Licensee stated they needed to step out to pick up additional children from school, LPA observed there was now 10 children in the FCCH and advised them that they cannot leave the assistant alone with the children as they would be over capacity. Licensee stated that A1 can stay and help with the children. LPA confirmed A1 is cleared and associated to the FCCH but did not have the requirements to be left alone with the children as they do not have pediatric CPR/ First Aid training or mandated reporter training. LPA advised that they cannot be left with the assistant. Licensee called parents of the children at school to notify them that they cannot pick them up and made alternate accommodations to to pick them up. Furthermore, licensee stated they pick up children from school everyday and leave C2 with the assistant. LPA confirmed C2 is cleared and associated to the FCCH but its not authorized to supervise the children as they do not have pediatric CPR/ First Aid training or mandated reporter training. Licensee stated they will have C2 complete the trainings as they assist in the FCCH every day. License 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. License 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 childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the licensee, 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 LPA informed licensee that this report dated 3/5/26 document 1 Type A citations and 4 Type B citations which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risks to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA informed the licensee to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 3/5/26 that documents a Type A citations to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this 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. A Notice of Site visit was provided to the licensee, and it was advised that it needs to be posted for 30 days. During today’s inspection 1 Type A, 4 Type B citations and 4 technical violations were given; Appeal Rights were provided to licensee Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Judith Barraza .