Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tatiana Bickham conducted an unannounced 3 year required inspection at the above facility on 05/23/2025 at 1:10 PM. Upon arrival, LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and met with Marina Mikaelina Licensee, who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Entrance Checklist \342\200\223 Family Child Care Homes LIC 126 was provided to the Licensee\342\200\231s to help facilitate the inspection. Also present was Licensee\342\200\231s assistant. There were (ten) 10 day-care children sleeping during today\342\200\231s inspection. Per Licensee, there are currently (twelve) 12 children enrolled. Facility capacity is in compliance for a large Family Child Care Home. Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
LPA toured the home inside and outside. This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, dining room/ living room, detached garage, front yard and backyard (fenced).
Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: Bedroom #1 and bathroom #1, dining room/living room, front yard and part of the backyard.
Per Licensee, areas that are accessible to children include: Bedroom #2 and #3 (for napping), kitchen, converted garage, and part of the backyard. The bathroom that children use is located inside of the converted garage and was observed to be clean and free of hazards. Licensee understands children cannot eat or nap inside of the converted garage, LPA observed a permit for the converted garage.
Food is provided by Licensee. Licensee was reminded if children bring food from home, it must be labeled with the child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated.
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Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption.
All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection:
LPA reviewed required posted documentation for Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. Facility records were reviewed for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted in April 2025.
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable inside of the converted garage. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced within the year. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age-appropriate materials available for children. LPA observed that detergents, cleaning compounds and medication are inaccessible to children. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be lock, not only inaccessible to children. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the bedroom, away from the other children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.
Infant Care
:
Licensee does not have any infants enrolled.
Overnight Care
: Per Licensee, no overnight care is provided.
Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA did not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. There is a pool located in the backyard, the pool currently does not have any water in it. Per Licensee they drain the pool every September and fill the pool in June- August. The pool has a gate that is 5ft high, opens away from the body of water and is self-latching and self-closing. The pool has a pool cover but does not have a life ring or rescue with a body hook. LPA went over the pool regulation with the Licensee.
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Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunizations Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, LIC 9227- Infant sleep form (0-12 months, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months)
Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.
\342\200\224 Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires: 04/2026
\342\200\224 Mandated Reporter AB1207 expired: 04/2026
During inspection all children were observed to be treated with dignity and respect, they were observed to be receiving safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS)
:
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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 Center and the ADA, available at:
http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
Licensee was reminded of their responsibility to report suspected child abuse. Mandatory Forms for the
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children\342\200\231s files and provider\342\200\231s files were discussed. Licensee was made aware that state law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category. Licensee 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
.
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. Licensee was also reminded that only children eating may be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation.
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.
The licensee was advised the
Notice of Site Visit
must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days. If a serious violation is cited, (Type A violation), a copy of the licensing report (LIC809 or LIC9099) must also be posted for 30 days. If these requirements are not met, civil penalties in the amount of $100
per violation will be assessed. The Licensee was made aware they may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment.
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.
The facility was found in compliance per Title 22 regulations, there will be no deficiencies cited today, 05/23/25.
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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/process
.
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