Routine inspection (3-year)·December 6, 2023

On Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 10:25 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with licensee Lilit Babajanyan who guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. Family members residing in the home and present staff have obtained a criminal clearance and at least one person present has the valid pediatric first aid/cpr certification. LPA observed 5 preschool children present. LPA observed facility to be within ratio. Operating hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00p.m. and care for children ages 0 to 13 years old. This facility is a one-story home that consists of 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room, garage (converted to playroom) and fenced backyard. Areas off limits to children include- bedrooms located in the hallway and backyard where the pool is located and front yard. Areas accessible to children include garage that is converted to playroom, living room, dinning room, side yard and restroom located in the hallway. At approximately 10:50 a.m., LPA Rivera inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone). For ventilation, LPA Rivera observed central AC and the vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the children furniture, materials and sleeping cots to be in good condition and age appropriate. LPA did not observe a fireplace nor a wall heater. LPA did not observe infant equipment and licensee stated she is currently has no infants enrolled. LPA Rivera observed cleaning compounds items, stored underneath the kitchen sink, and inside top laundry cabinet and observed a childproof lock in place, making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA observed the knives and sharp objects stored inside top kitchen cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach. For water drinking, licensee stated she provides water bottles and filtered water. LPA observed children water bottles. The licensee stated the facility provides a.m. snack, lunch, and p.m. snack. LPA informed licensee any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies nor on medication. At approximately 11:02 a.m., LPA Rivera entered the bathroom located near laundry room and playroom. LPA observed the toilets, hand washing sink, hand soap and LPA observed the bottom sink cabinet closed and did not observe hazard materials and observed the restroom to be in good condition. LPA reminded licensee and personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children. LPA Rivera asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water.The licensee stated she has no pets, no poisons, no firearms or weapons. Licensee stated she has a pool. LPA did not observe pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, and observed an in-ground pool. The license was informed that if any poisons (ex; drano, rat poison or items that fall into that category), firearms and weapons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock and firearm and ammunition must be stored separately. At approximately 11:10 a.m. LPA Rivera observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the kitchen and the valve on the green area indicating fully charged and purchased receipt dated on 6/22/23. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector located between kitchen and dining room and smoke alarm located between kitchen and living room. LPA tested the carbon monoxide and smoke alarm. LPA Rivera heard the sound for the smoke detector and observed the green light flash on the silent carbon monoxide tester. Both alarms are operable. LPA observed the first aid complete with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes and located in the laundry room. For ill isolation, licensee stated she utilizes a corner of the daycare room. LPA observed the last emergency drill conducted on 8/9/23. At approximately 11:23 a.m., LPA Rivera inspected the play outdoor (backyard) area that is utilized by children for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed the backyard to be fenced and side gates closed and with a keypad lock. LPA observed the play equipment to be age appropriate and in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA observed an in-ground pool and a rock fountain inside pool area that is gated. LPA measured the fencing and observed the iron and mesh fence to be 5 ft from the concrete to the top of the fence. The pool spacing between each bar is 4 inches and does not obscure the pool from view and the spacing from the cement to the bottom bar is 2 inches. Both pool gates swing away from the pool and have a self-closing latch and is no more than 6 inches from the top of the gate. The two windows that have direct access to the pool are locked and the 5ft mesh gate is installed to prevent direct access. For outdoor water drinking, children bring out their water bottles. LPA Rivera observed licensee Lilit Babajanyan expired Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification dated 3/2023. LPA observed licensee Health and Safety certification dated 3/30/2019, and licensee has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. LPA observed Licensee expired Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training dated 4/21/2021. Licensee was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com LPA observed assistant Margarita Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification dated. LPA observed the postings License, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, and LIC 999 Facility sketch. LPA also reviewed children\342\200\231s roster, children files including sleep logs and staff files. The following was also discussed with the licensee: 1. The following items are zero tolerance by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both. 2. Pediatric First Aid and CPR: American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) approved in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be present. 3. In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present, supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current Pediatric first aid/ CPR-adult-child- infant certification (EMSA approved), a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license, immunization's (MMR, TDAP, TB and Influenza or Influenza declination), AB 1207 Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Certificate. 4. A current roster of children enrolled must be available and maintained for a period of 3 years, even after children are no longer attending the facility. 5. Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the license shall be terminated 6. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. 7. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home. 8. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing (refer to LIC 624B). Mandated reporter requirements were reviewed and explained. 9. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department. 10. Smoking is prohibited in the family childcare home. 11. Children and staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and be available for review by the Department. 12. Immunization Requirement: H&S 1597.622: Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. The licensee and all adults working with children have proof of immunizations. 13. Inspection Authority: All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Department\342\200\231s right to inspection the home, which includes, but is not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation. 14. The facility license number must be on all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients. 15. Isolation for Ill children: When a child is ill, he/she shall be separated from other children (reference 102417(e) Operation of a Family Child Care Home). 16. Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. 17. Dog(s) and/or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care. 18. No baby bouncers, no infant walkers, no Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, and any other item that falls into this category is not permitted in the facility. 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 Lilit Babajanyan 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Lilit Babajanyan 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 licensee Lilit Babajanyan 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 22-02CCP. 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/ . Family Child Care Homes Licensee Lilit Babajanyan 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. The licensee Lilit Babajanyan confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. During this visit, a technical violation has been given due to licensee Child Abuse Mandated Reporting expired in April 2023. LPA informed must be completed by Friday, December 8, 2023. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, and report was reviewed with the licensee Lilit Babajanyan.