Pre-licensing visit·May 21, 2025

On 05/21/2025, beginning at 08:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elicia Calvillo conducted an announced Pre-Licensing inspection at 10015 Whitaker Avenue, North Hills, CA 91344. Applicant is applying for a Small Family Child Care Home, anticipating caring for 8 children from ages zero years to 14 years of age. The Applicants current proposed hours of operation are Monday through Sunday 07:00 AM \342\200\223 10:00 PM. LPA met with Kristine Dovlatyan, Applicant, who guided LPA on a tour of the inside and outside of the home. Also present at arrival was an adult resident. The applicant provided proof of control of property. As drawn on the facility sketch and observed during the tour, this is a one-story residence consisting of a living room, dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and attached garage. There is a front yard (no fence) used for dropping off and picking up children. There is a fenced outdoor play area in the back of the house. The front yard will be used for children to enter and exit the facility. LPA observed the following inside areas will be used for child care: living room, dining room, and bathroom #2 will be used for child care activities. The living room and dining room will be used for play activities, learning activities, sleeping, and eating. LPA observed 8 chairs, 2 tables. Applicant stated the will purchase eight (8) mats/cots/beds. Bathroom #1 located in the hallway near bedroom #2 and bedroom #3 will be used by children. The vanity cabinet holds personal care products and is made inaccessible with the use of child proof latch. LPA observed that the bathroom that children will use was safe and sanitary. Page 1 of 5 Applicant stated that when a child shows signs of an illness the child will isolated in living room or dining room away from other children. The kitchen will be used to prepare snacks and meals. Applicants stated they will provide snacks and meals and understands if food is brought in by the parent the container will be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name. Applicant stated they will also offer snacks and meals from an outside third-party vendor. LPA observed that kitchen area is made inaccessible with the use of door lock and child proof latches. There is telephone service via a cellphone that must remain in the facility during the hours of operation. The areas inaccessible to parents and children include combination kitchen, bedroom #1, bedroom #2, bedroom #3, and bathroom #2 are made inaccessible with the use of door locks and child proof latches. The bedrooms and hallway are equipped with combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, were tested and are operable. LPA did observe a combination carbon monoxide and smoke detector in hallway near bathroom #2. LPA advised that the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector should be checked periodically, and batteries should be replaced periodically. There is a working fire extinguisher, the valve on the 2A:10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 03/12/2025 and is located in the closet near bathroom #2. LPA reviewed with Applicant that all homes shall conduct fire and disaster drill at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. There is adequate central heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. LPA did not observe an open face heater. LPA observed a fireplace in the living room and Applicant stated that the fireplace is not working and is only used for decorative purposes. The play yard can be accessed from the door in the kitchen and is secured with a door lock. The outdoor play area does have a shaded area from the building. The play yard ground is covered with cement, grass, gravel, and is fenced. LPA did not observe any objects that can pose a danger to children on the outdoor play yard. Applicant stated that they have outdoor play items in storage and will send LPA a picture of the items. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, hot tubs, fish ponds, or similar bodies of water during the inspection. Page 2 of 5 Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed to be inaccessible to children. The Applicant states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Per Applicant, there are no firearms or other weapons on the premises. LPA did not observe any firearms or other weapons on the premises. Per Applicant there are pets on the premises. LPA observed one (1) dog fish on the premises. During the hours of operation, the dog will be kept in a cage in the back yard. LPA reviewed with Applicant that children eating may only be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation. Applicant was made aware that children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children. LPA reviewed with Applicant that regulation prohibits smoking in a private residence licensed as a family child care home. Per Applicant, no one in the facility smokes. 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. LPA reviewed with Applicant the reporting and notification requirements for any unusual incident or injury to the Child Care Regional Office by telephone within 24 hours and within 7 days complete a written report, LIC 624B Unusual Incident/Injury Report (copy provided to Applicant). The Applicant has completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The Applicant's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 01/2026. There are first aid supplies available in the hallway closet. Applicant has proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles. The Applicant has proof of the Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate. Criminal Record Clearance - Family Child Care Homes, 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 Page 3 of 5 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 Applicants 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 of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at http://www.cpsc.gov and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, Trampolines and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility. LPA reviewed with Applicant that applicant shall be present in the home and shall ensure that children in care are supervised at all times. 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Applicant 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. On this date, 01/14/2025, the California Attorney General - 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. Page 4 of 5 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-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Before license approval the applicant will need to complete the following corrections by 06/21/2025 Purchase 8 mats/cots/beds Take photo of outdoor play items that are in storage. Exit interview was conducted with Kristine Dovlatyan, Applicant including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agencies Consultative Role. Page 5 of 5