Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On
8/5/2025
, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Suzette Ornelas conducted an announced Pre-Licensing Inspection for a change of location at
15433 HUSTON STREET Sherman Oaks Ca 91403
(home is currently licensed
197494651
).
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 licensee. This is an application for a Large Family Child Care Home,
12
children-ages
1.5 years to 14 years of age
. The Fire clearance was granted on 7/22/2025. The family child care home will operate Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The family child care home will operate
Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m
. LPA met with
Licensee,
YANA GRIGORIEVA
, who guided LPA on a tour of the inside and outside of the home. LPA observed 4 adults and 13 children in care (home is currently licensed
197494651
)
.
Per facility sketch and tour of the home, the following was observed and discussed with the Applicant during the inspection:
Home is a
1
-story dwelling that consists of a
living room, family room, dining room, kitchen, office, 3 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms.
The home
has locked gates on one sides of the home leading to the backyard.
LPA observed the following:
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The
living room
is on- limits and will be used for child care activities. Electrical outlets have safety covers installed.
This room has a fireplace, which has been covered to prevent access by children. This room will be used as the isolation area as needed.
This room is equipped with one working dual carbon monoxide/smoke detector, as tested by the licensee.
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The
family room
is on- limits and will be used for child care activities. Electrical outlets have safety covers installed.
This room leads to the back yard play area.
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The kitchen is off-limits
and made inaccessible by a baby gate. Kitchen cabinet and drawers containing hazardous materials and sharp objects are made inaccessible by the use of safety latches.
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Bathroom
located in the hallway of the home is on-limits to children in care.
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Bedroom 1, 2 and 3 i
s on- limits and will be used for napping and child care activities. Electrical outlets have safety covers installed.
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Hallway
is on limits and will be used when leading the children to the bathroom and bedroom 2 and 3.
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Dining Room is on limits and will be used for child care activities.
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Master Bedroom
is off limits to children in care by the use of a closed door.
Master bathroom
located inside.
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Office
is off limits and inaccessible to children in care by the use of closed doors and supervision.
Bathroom
located inside the office is off limits and inaccessible to children in care.
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Backyard
is on limits and is accessed through the family room. Backyard has a shaded area for children.
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Front yard
which is on limits when children enter the home. The front yard will not be used as a play area.
The following was also observed by LPAs during the inspection
1.
All adults living in the home have submitted fingerprints and child abuse index check forms to Department of Justice.
2. Home is neat and clean.
3.
Fireplace
is screened and inaccessible to children.
4. Home is equipped with a fully charged
fire extinguisher
which is at least a 2A:10BC.
5. Home is equipped with at least 2 working
smoke alarm and a carbon monoxide detectors.
6. Home has a
working telephone
.
7. All
poisons
, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, etc. are inaccessible to children or are locked.
8.
Hazardous materials
are inaccessible and kept out of the reach of children.
9.
According to the Applicant, there are no
weapons or firearms
in the home. None were observed by LPA.
10.
Outdoor play area
is free from defects or dangerous conditions.
11.
Outdoor area
is fenced
.
12.
Home does not have a swimming pool.
13.
Toys and play items
are safe, clean, and appropriate for the ages of the children.
14.
Applicant agrees that baby-walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items will not be used for children in care and are kept inaccessible.
15. The home is equipped with a first-aid kit equipped with,
cleansing pads healing ointment, bandages, gauze, and a digital thermometer.
The following was thoroughly discussed with the Applicant
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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
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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.
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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.
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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 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
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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.
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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.
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A current roster of children enrolled must be maintained and available. 1596.841
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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.
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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
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Applicant was reminded that only children eating may be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation.
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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)
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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.
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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.
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 licensee rents/leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC9151) that the applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. The applicant obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149).
On this date, 4/11/2025, 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.
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.
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:
http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
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
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee,
YANA GRIGORIEVA
.
A copy of this report was provided to the Applicant.
Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager.