Facility-requested visit·June 7, 2023

On 06/07/2023 at 09:00 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Silva Garibyan conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of an increase of capacity inspection for 20618 Romar Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311. The purpose of this increase of capacity visit is to ensure the standards for a Family Child Care Home are being met in accordance to California Tittle 22 Regulations and California Health and Safety Codes . The facility has been licensed for Small (8) Family Child Care home license since May of 2022. The licensee is applying for an increase of capacity; Large Family Child Care Home license for a maximum capacity of 14 . The Fire clearance was granted on 05/05/2023 by LA City Fire Prevention Bureau (inspector Cindy Struck). Present during today's inspection was Licensee, Assistant, and three children (including one infant). Hours of operation for the facility will be 24 hours Monday- Saturday (updated application was provided) and will be closed all major holidays. Ages served are new born - School age. Family members residing in the home include the applicant, applicant's friend, and two minor children ( 9 years old son and 13 years old daughter). Licensee was informed that her children under 10 years of age, count in her capacity whenever they are present. Control of property verified with Mortgage Statement and is on file. Licensee has removed the pool from the facility when the business was closed due to COVID-19 and no children were present. Licensee has submitted a disaster plan. Page 1 of 5 The licensee has completed preventive health and safety/Childhood Nutrition/ Lead Exposure Prevention and Mandated Reporter training ( completed on 07/02/21). The licensee has current pediatric CPR/First Aid training completed in March of 2023. Licensee's home is a single story dwelling with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen/nook , living/dining room, laundry room, covered patio, and attached garage (accessible through laundry room) . The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service (cell phone operating at all times), heating and ventilation. Poisons, detergents/cleaning compounds, medication and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children are kept in the laundry room made inaccessible by a safety knob. On limi ts : Bedroom adjacent to the patio and converted patio where the main care will be provided. Children will be provided with meals and snack in the bedroom. The bathroom in the bedroom was inspected (one operable toilet, sink and no immediate or potential hazards). The covered patio has been converted into a playroom. LPA inspected the covered patio. The patio has not been fully converted and applicant is fully aware that children may not eat or sleep in the patio. Children will eat and sleep in the bedroom. Off Limits: Living/Dining room, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, attached garage, laundry room, kitchen/nook. LPA observed latches on all cabinets and drawers. Sharp items are kept in the latched drawer. Bedrooms all inspected and no immediate hazards observed. Laundry room (washer and dryer) with Laundry liquids and supplies are kept in a locked area. Page 2 of 5 Licensee has the required documents posted in the FCCH: 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. LPA reviewed assistant's and children's files. The home was found to be clean and orderly with proper ventilation for safety and comfort. The bathroom was inspected for inaccessibility of chemicals/toxins and other potential hazards to children in care. The Fire Extinguisher (2-A:10-B:C) is mounted on the wall in the covered patio. There is a working smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors located in all rooms. The licensee has installed the pull fire alarm that is required for large Family Child Care Homes. LPA observed toys and furniture that were age appropriate and in good repair. LPA toured the backyard and found it to be fully fenced. Children's outdoor play equipment and toys are age appropriate and in good repair. Licensee was informed of responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the Community Care Licensing office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). Page 3 of 5 Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness & SIDS. Applicant was reminded never shake a baby to prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome. LPA discussed Safe Sleep Regulations with Applicant: one crib or play yard for each infant in care; cribs and play yards are kept free from all loose articles and objects while infants are sleeping; no objects hanging above or attached to the crib or play yard. Infants are not swaddled while in care. Provider physically checks on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes and documents any signs of distress, which includes but is not limited to flushed skin color, increase in body temperature, restlessness and labored breathing. Infants can be visually observed through an open door if sleeping in a separate room. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to 12 months of age are placed on their backs for sleeping. Applicant was also reminded that only children eating may be in high chairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation. Mandated Reporter Required. Licensee was made aware of AB 1207, commencing January 1, 2018, 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. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.com Health & Safety Code 1596.8662. Criminal Record Clearance. All adults who reside or work in the home must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption. Page 4 of 5 Licensing Reports Given to Parents Required. 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. Assembly Bill 633. The licensee may find additional information and forms on the Department\342\200\231s website at www.ccld.ca.gov including information on the Live Scan application (LIC 9163). Appointments can be made for Live Scan at 1-800-315-4507. To receive important license 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. 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 platform. No Deficiencies are being cited on this date. Capacity increase is pending managerial review. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report was provided. Page 5 of 5