Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Tatiana Bickham and Samantha Barba conducted an unannounced 3 year required inspection at the above facility on 02/02/2026 at 9:00 AM. Upon arrival, LPAs disclosed the purpose of the inspection and met with Lilit Hovhannisyan Facility Representative (FR). LPAs were later joined by the Licensee Ghevond Melkonyan who guided LPAs 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 two assistants. Per Licensee only his two minor children reside in the home, no other adults. Licensee was reminded any minor children that reside in the home counts in their cenus when present during operating hours.
There were (ten) 10 day-care children present during today\342\200\231s inspection. Per Licensee, there are currently (fourteen) 14 children enrolled. Facility capacity is in compliance for a large Family Child Care Home. Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
The Family Child Care home is located on the corner of Oakdale Ave and Strathern St. The home is entered on Strathern St. The home has a security gate with ring doorbell and visitors must be allowed inside by the Licensee. LPAs toured the home inside and outside. There are cameras throughout the inside and outside of the home. This is a one-story home which consists of 5 bedrooms, 3 \302\275 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry room, detached garage room, ADU, front yard and backyard (fenced).
Located on the premises in the ADU is another Family Child Care, HOVHANNISYAN FAMILY CHILDCARE #195700538 (Licensee\342\200\231s mother).
Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: Bedroom #3, #4, #5, kitchen, laundry room, living room, dining room, ADU, detached garage, front yard, and part of the back yard.
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Per Licensee, areas that are accessible to children include: Bedroom #1, #2, bathroom, and part of the backyard. The bathroom that children use is located inside bedroom 2 and was observed to be clean and free of hazards.
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.
Individuals residing in the home have been discussed and noted. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. Licensee did not have his two staff added to his roster, LPAs reminded Licensee all staff must be associated to the facility.
All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The following were 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 December 2024, LPAs reminded the Licensee a current facility roster must be retained and fire and disaster drills must be conducted and documented once every 6 months.
Combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was purchased within the year. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone, LPAs reminded Licensee the cell phone must always stay in the home during their operating hours. 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 locked, not only inaccessible to children. The isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in bedroom #1 or 2, away from the other children. Licensee has a firearm in their home. At 9:40 am LPAs observed an unloaded firearm in the off-limits part of the home on a high shelf, not secured in a locked safe. LPAs observed the ammunition for the firearm in a locked safe, at 10:20am LPAs observed the Licensee place the firearm in a locked safe
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Infant Care
:
Currently licensee cares for 3 infants. LPA observed 2 cribs and cots visible in bedroom #1 . Napping equipment does not block entrances or exits. Infant mattresses were observed to be firm with tightly fitted sheets. LPA did not observe loose objects, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the cribs. Per licensee wet or soiled sheets are immediately removed. Each infant has their own crib or cot and bedding. Bedding is washed weekly by the parents. LPAs informed licensee of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months, and provided PIN 20-24-CCP. Licensee states the following sleep supervision plan for infants: Stay in the room while they are sleeping.
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. LPAs observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. At 10:00am LPAs observed the payment in the backyard to be sunken in one area, causing a potential tripping hazard for children in care. LPAs informed the Licensee the payment needs to be fixed, Licensee temporary placed a storage bin over the sunken area making it inaccessible to children in are. There are no pools or spas, or other bodies of water.
Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's 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). At 11:30 am during file review, LPAs were not able to review the 15 minute safe sleep documentation, LPAs informed the Licensee this document is required for all infants.
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 immunization's 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. At 11:55 am during file review LPAs did not observe any staff having Pediatric CPR/First Aid. Upon arrival Licensee was not present, and the LPAs informed the Licensee there must always be a staff present with a current Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certificate. The Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR/First Aid expired in
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February 2025. The Licensee and his staff does not have a current Mandated Reporter Training certificate, LPAs reminded the Licensee all staff must renew their Mandated Reporter Training certificate every 2 years. Licensee\342\200\231s two assistants do not have a TB clearance and one of the Licensee\342\200\231s assistants does not have proof of vaccinations.
\342\200\224 Licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expired: 02/2025
\342\200\224 Licensee's Mandated Reporter AB1207 expired: 08/2023
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)
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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 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
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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.
Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety.
A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year).
The Acknowledgement form must be maintained in each child\342\200\231s file immediately upon receipt from parent.
Licensee was provided with a copy of the parent Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form during this visit.
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. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the
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at
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