Routine inspection (3-year)·September 17, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Silva Garibyan conducted a site visit for the purpose of a Required- 3 year visit. LPA met with the licensee and toured the home inside and outside at 12:00 PM on 09/17/2024. Licensee was present with 11 children and licensee's husband/assistant. Licensee's home shares the same property as the detached house with a different address (11327 Bessemer Street, North Hollywood , CA 91606). All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. LIcensee's home is a single story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living room/dining room, and kitchen. The main entry door is used to enter the facility. LPA observed tables, chairs and napping equipment (12 cots and two cribs) in the living/dining room, Bedroom (1), and Bedroom (4). The off limit areas include Bedroom (2), Bedroom (3), Bathroom (2), Bathroom (3), the laundry room, and the kitchen. Main care is provided in the living/dining room, Bedroom (1) , and Bedroom (4). Children have access to the bathroom accessible from the hallway near the living room. Children play in the back yard only. The home was found to be clean and orderly with proper ventilation for safety and comfort. There is no pool, spa or other bodies of water on the premises. LPA toured all areas used by children during this inspection. Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. The bathroom and the kitchen was observed free of chemicals or toxic items that can pose danger to children in care. Page 1 The outdoor play area was inspected. Children's outdoor play equipment and toys are age appropriate and in good repair. LPA observed the yard to be fully fenced. The Fire Extinguisher (2A-10-BC) is mounted on the wall in the kitchen (Last Service Date: 05/28/2024). There is a working smoke/carbon monoxide detectors located in the hall way. The First Aid kit was observed and complete. Licensee reports she has no firearms or weapons in the home. LPA also observed Licensee's and Assistant's current Pediatric CPR (Adult/Infant /Child) and Pediatric First Aid certifications (expire 05/04/2024) and Mandated Reporter Training (completed on 08/27/2023 and 08/15/2024). The fire drills are done every month. Last drill was conducted on 9/03/2024. Licensee provides meals and snacks. LPA discuss food preparation, storage and ensuring a log and information regarding dietary restrictions and allergies are kept up to date. Licensees stated that a cell phone with active service in the home will be the main contact number while children are in care. LPA observed in the living room the Parent Board with all necessary posting required ( Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610A), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394), If You see Something Say Something poster, Car Seat Safety poster). Child Care Facility Roster (LIC9040) was on file. A review of the children's records was conducted and are found to have the following: LIC 282 Affidavit Liability Insurance, LIC 627/Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 700/ID and Emergency Information, LIC702, LIC 995A/Parent's Rights, LIC995E/Caregiver Background Check, LIC 9150/Parent Notification, LIC 9212/Parent's Responsibilities, PM 286/Immunization Card, Sleep log for infants. Missing LIC9227 for one child. Page 2 A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. All adults who reside or work in the home have a criminal record clearance or exemption. There are no excluded individuals present at this home. 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 . Licensee 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. Three infants are enrolled at this time. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with assistant 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. Page 3 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. 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 child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the licensee Soila Garcia confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Soila Garcia. Page 4