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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (3-year)

AKMAKCHYAN FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1974949362 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 4/20/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amelia Morales conducted an Unannounced Required- Annual inspection at the above facility. LPA arrived at approximately 9:35AM. LPA was greeted and let into the facility by Licensees Mari and Naira Akmakchyan. Facility refers to themselves as "Sweet Maple Daycare." The Entrance Checklist was provided to help facilitate the inspection. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 14 children. LPA observed 7 children with both License's. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Facility operating hours are Monday through Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM. It should be noted that the home is located on a lot that has a two addresses: 701S Mariposa Street Burbank, CA 91506 is the second address and childcare is not being provided there. This is a single dwelling home which consist of; front yard (fenced), 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, living room, dinning room, garage, and kitchen. Per Licensees children and parents use the side gate located on right side of home to enter facility. Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: Bedroom #1, bathroom #1, and bedroom #2 located in the back of the home are off limits to the children in care. Per Licensee, areas on limits to the children in care are; bedroom #3, and bathroom bathroom #2. Sleeping area was observed in the bedroom #3 there were sufficient cots and play pens for the children in care. Per Licensee bedding is laundered by them every Friday. The living room is on limits to the children in care as well as the dining room and is used as a walk way to use the front yard. The kitchen is on limits to the children in care. Kitchen cabinet and drawers containing hazardous materials and sharp objects are made inaccessible by the use of safety latches. Per Licensee food is provided for children such as breakfast, lunch and PM snack. Page 1 of 4 LPA observed a completed first aid kit located in bedroom #3.The children eat in room #3. Children utilize the front yard (outside playing area fenced). LPA observed that the outdoor play area is fenced. Children's outdoor play equipment and toys are age appropriate and in good repair. Per Licensee, they visually supervise children at all times and never leave children unattended. Per Licensee there are no firearms on the premise. LPA observed the following: the home is clean and orderly. There were age-appropriate toys and play items. Licensee was informed that baby-walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and other prohibited items will not be used for children in care. All electrical outlets have safety covers. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which can pose a danger to children are inaccessible. The Licensee states that there are no poisons in the home. The Licensee does understand that poison must be locked with a key or combination lock. LPA did not observe a pet at the time of visit. Per Licensee, isolation area for sick children is in the living room. LPA observed the required (2A10BC) fire extinguisher mounted and located at the exit of the kitchen and serviced on 3/30/2026. LPA reminded Licensee that a required (2A10BC) fire extinguisher must be purchased or charged yearly. The are carbon monoxide and smoke detectors located in the hallway and bedroom #1 was tested and found to be operable. Per applicant the last emergency disaster drill was 4/6/2026. LPA Morales reminded Licensee that emergency disaster drills must be done every 6 months. The Licensees provided a copy of Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Certification, however LPA informed Licensees that Pediatric First Aid must be included. Licensees did have proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles was no readily available during today’s inspection. The Licensees do have current Mandated Reporter Certification on file. — Mandated Reporter Certification valid until: 1/208 LPA reminded Licensee that the Mandated Reporter Certification and Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be renewed every two years. LPA also reminded Licensees that Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be taken in person. Page 2 of 4 Licensee 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee, and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep , as an additional resource. LPA also informed [applicant, licensee, or facility representative] of the importance of checking for and removing 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. LPA Morales informed Licensee to never accept a sleeping child in the car seat. Licensee stated that she does not accept infants in car seats. 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/ . Licensees were 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. Page 3 of 4 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 . During the exit interview, Mari and Naira Akmakcyan, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. The following deficiency's are being cited in accordance with Title 22 regulations and are attached on issued on todays visit and are attached to the LIC 809D deficiency pages. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Mari and Naira Akmakcyan, Page 4 of 4

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

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What happened during the May 20, 2026 inspection of AKMAKCHYAN FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was an inspection of AKMAKCHYAN FAMILY CHILD CARE on May 20, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to AKMAKCHYAN FAMILY CHILD CARE on May 20, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B).

What type of inspection was this?

This was an inspection. Inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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