Pre-licensing visit·July 10, 2025

On 7/10/25, at 8 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joe Katrdzhyan conducted an announced Pre-Licensing Inspection. The purpose of the meeting was to ensure that health, safety and personal rights as required by Title 22 Regulations governing California Family Child Care homes will be met by the Applicant. This is a change of location application for a Large Family Child Care Home, for a Capacity of 14 children - ages 0 months to 13 years of age. The family child care home will operate Monday through Friday 7AM to 9:30PM. Upon arrival, LPA met with Applicant / Karine Hakobyan, who guided LPA on a tour of the inside and outside of the home. All adults living in the home have submitted fingerprints and child abuse index check forms to Department of Justice. LPA observed no children in care. Per facility sketch and tour of the home, the following was observed and discussed with the Applicant during the inspection: The home is a 1-story dwelling which consists of a living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. The home has a locked gate, ensuring security and privacy. All areas were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety of the children. During today\342\200\231s inspection, LPA discovered an additional house on the same property, separated by vinyl fencing. When questioned about this other residence, the Applicant explained that it operates as a licensed family child care home under a different address: Isahakyan Family Child Care Home (FCCH), located at 323 N Cordova St, Burbank, CA. Both homes have distinct entrances for child drop-offs and pick-ups. The entrance for Isahakyan FCCH is on Cordova Street, while the entrance for Hakobyan FCCH is accessed via the alleyway from Oak Street. The Applicant acknowledges that children from Isahakyan FCCH are not permitted to commingle with children from Hakobyan FCCH. Pg. 1 of 6 Areas which will be used by children include the living room, bedrooms 1 and 2, and bathrooms 1 and 2. All electrical outlets throughout the home have been updated with child safety features preventing children from inserting objects. The home does not have a fireplace. According to the applicant, the following areas are off-limits to children: the kitchen and the outdoor areas where utility shut-offs are located. The kitchen is made inaccessible with the use of a child safety gate installed at the entrance. The utility shut-off areas for gas and water are secured with a vinyl gate to prevent child access. The home does not have a washer and dryer, and there is no garage on the premises. Bedroom 1 will be used for napping purposes. LPA observed three (3) cots at the home. According to the applicant, additional cots are currently in storage and will be transferred to the facility upon licensure. LPA observed four (4) play yards at the home designated for infant use. Per Applicant, isolation area for ill children will be in bedroom 1. The home is neat and clean. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher which is at least a 2A:10BC. The home is equipped with hardwired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, which were tested and found to be operational. Additionally, a fire alarm/pull switch is located near the main entrance of the home. There is a working cell phone maintained in the home which will be the main contact number while children are in care. Per Applicant, food/meals will be provided to children in care (breakfast, lunch, and PM snack). Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. The home is equipped with surveillance cameras installed in the common areas, including the bedrooms and living room, as well as in the designated outdoor play area for children. The first-aid kit contained cleansing pads, healing ointment, bandages, gauze, and a digital thermometer. The home is equipped with a central air conditioning and heating system, which can be adjusted using a thermostat. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which can pose a danger to children are made inaccessible. The Applicant states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. The Applicant was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. The designated outdoor play area for children is located in front of the main door. The back yard is fully enclosed with a gate. Outdoor play area is free from defects or dangerous conditions. LPA observed age appropriate toys free of loose and sharp parts available for the children in the backyard and all trees, shrubs, and plants are maintained. Per Applicant, there are no pets and LPA did not observe any pets at the time of visit . Per Applicant, there are no weapons, firearms in the home. None were observed by LPA. Pg. 2 of 6 The home does not have a swimming pool. LPA observed no bodies of waters. LPA advised Applicant that outdoor supervision is required at all times. Applicant agrees that baby-walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items will not be used for children in care and are kept inaccessible. The items listed below were discussed with the Applicant and must be addressed prior to licensure; \302\267 Install a child safety gate at the outdoor off-limits area near the electrical panel. \302\267 Secure the two (2) activities dressers located in the living room to the wall. \302\267 Install a soft cushioning material/padding, fenced with baby gates for infants and/or younger children in the outdoor play area. The following was thoroughly discussed with the Applicant Applicant was made aware of The Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) that is administered from within the Community Care Licensing Division. CCAP participates in many community activities and special projects in order to disseminate information on the State\342\200\231s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on child care licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. CCAP\342\200\231s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541. Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov Commencing September 1, 2016, SB 792, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a child care facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA discussed the influenza waiver during the inspection. Beginning on January 1, 2018, AB 1207, requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years . Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com . Licensee was reminded of their responsibility to report suspected child abuse. Upon receipt by the licensee, licensees are to provide to parents/guardians the following: Copies of any licensing reports that document a Type A citation- this includes facility visits and substantiated complaint investigations; copy of licensing documents pertaining to a conference conducted by a local licensing agency management representative and the licensee of this family child care home in which issues of noncompliance Pg. 3 of 6 are discussed or copies of a summary of an accusation indicating the Department's intent to revoke the facility's license. Copies of any of the above licensing documents the licensee has received in the prior 12 months shall be provided to parents/guardians of newly enrolled child at the facility. (AB) 633 Applicant was advised that regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence licensed as a family child care home during the hours of operation. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be services annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries should be replaced. A current roster of children enrolled must be maintained and available. 1596.841. Applicant was reminded to report any unusual incidents or injuries to the Child Care Regional Office by telephone within 24 hours and in writing within 7 days. Applicant was reminded that all infants must be placed on their backs when sleeping to prevent S.I.D.S. (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) and that the Provider is required to wash hands after every diaper change and to never shake a baby to prevent the Shaken Baby Syndrome . Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials 19-02 CCP Safe Sleep Awareness Campaign Applicant was reminded that only children eating may be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation. Applicant was made aware that state law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category. 1596.846(b)(c) Applicant was reminded that it is the licensee\342\200\231s, as well as anyone who assists in providing care, responsibility to know the regulations. Licensee was advised on how to access quarterly reports, forms, and regulations for Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov . Licensee was also encouraged to read the Child Care quarterly updates as they come out to stay informed of any changes or updates to statutes and regulations. In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current adult/infant CPR& Pediatric First Aid certification and a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license. Pg. 4 of 6 Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. Applicant is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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. Because the Applicant rents/leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC 9151) that the applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. The applicant obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149). Megan\342\200\231s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant 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 [applicant, licensee, or facility representative] 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. Pg. 5 of 6 LPA reviewed with applicant the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant. Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Applicant / Karine Hakobyan. A copy of this report was provided to the Applicant. Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager. Pg. 6 of 6