Pre-licensing visit·February 23, 2024

On 1/25/24 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted a Capacity Increase inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with licensee Mariana Tataryan. The requested capacity is 14. The fire department has granted a fire clearance. Licensee is advised that as a family childcare home operating at full capacity, they must adhere to the following: Operate with a Maximum of 14 children in care with no more than 3 Infants, also must have 2 school age children enrolled. Or Max. 12 Capacity with no more than 4 infants. A Qualified Assistant must be present when more than 8 children are in care. Upon arrival, LPA observed 6 children in care. Other residents of the home include licensee, husband, and a minor child. Licensee presented evidence of property control. LPA confirmed with licensee that all adults residing in the home have criminal record/TB clearances. The facility will operate Monday \342\200\223 Friday 7:30am-6pm and with a license capacity of 14 children. LPA went over the childcare ratios for a large family home with licensee and provided licensee a copy. Physical Plant: This is a single story home that consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living space, kitchen, front and backyard fenced. This is a front home property and the back home has a separate address and is gated off from the front property. The home was toured; the following areas are used for daycare: living room, bedroom #1(Play/naproom), bathroom and front yard. Off limit areas include: Backyard, kitchen, bedroom #2. Drawers and lower cabinets in kitchen/bathroom have magnet locks and do not contain any hazardous items. There is an operational dual smoke and carbon monoxide alarm and fire extinguisher maintained in the home along with the pull down fire alarm station. The home has electrical outlet covers throughout and maintains a First Aid Kit in the kitchen top cabinet. There are adequate age-appropriate toys, books, games, and napping cots located in bedroom that children use a play and naproom. The outdoor play area is gated with safety gates around the area that contains the artificial turf and climbing equipment. The front yard is free of hazards and has sufficient toys. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted a Capacity Increase inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with licensee Mariana Tataryan. The requested capacity is 14. The fire department has granted a fire clearance. Licensee is advised that as a family childcare home operating at full capacity, they must adhere to the following: Operate with a Maximum of 14 children in care with no more than 3 Infants, also must have 2 school age children enrolled. Or Max. 12 Capacity with no more than 4 infants. A Qualified Assistant must be present when more than 8 children are in care. Upon arrival, LPA observed 6 children in care. Other residents of the home include licensee, husband, and a minor child. Licensee presented evidence of property control. LPA confirmed with licensee that all adults residing in the home have criminal record/TB clearances. The facility will operate Monday \342\200\223 Friday 7:30am-6pm and with a license capacity of 14 children. LPA went over the childcare ratios for a large family home with licensee and provided licensee a copy. Physical Plant: This is a single story home that consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living space, kitchen, front and backyard fenced. This is a front home property and the back home has a separate address and is gated off from the front property. The home was toured; the following areas are used for daycare: living room, bedroom #1(Play/naproom), bathroom and front yard. Off limit areas include: Backyard, kitchen, bedroom #2. Drawers and lower cabinets in kitchen/bathroom have magnet locks and do not contain any hazardous items. There is an operational dual smoke and carbon monoxide alarm and fire extinguisher maintained in the home along with the pull down fire alarm station. The home has electrical outlet covers throughout and maintains a First Aid Kit in the kitchen top cabinet. There are adequate age-appropriate toys, books, games, and napping cots located in bedroom that children use a play and naproom. The outdoor play area is gated with safety gates around the area that contains the artificial turf and climbing equipment. The front yard is free of hazards and has sufficient toys. There are no firearms present in the home and there is no smoking on the premises as stated by Licensee. The dual smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are in operable condition. LPA observed the required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is fully charged and purchased on 1/28/23 and is in the green area indicating it is fully charged. The facility sketch is complete and current, there is working telephone (cell). Fire/Disaster Drills document are maintained current and was last conducted on 1/23/24. Safe and age appropriate toys, play equipment and materials were observed. Electrical outlets are inaccessible. LPA reminded licensee, no baby bouncer saucer chairs, or any recalled and or prohibited toys or sleep/play equipment are allowed on the premises. There is age appropriate napping cots and cribs. There are no window cords accessible to children. Bathroom: Bathtub and shower are free of hazards. Cleaning supplies are kept in a high kitchen cabinet with safety lock above the stove, and kitchen is inaccessible to the children. Kitchen: The home has a clean and fully stocked clean refrigerator/freezer. Breakfast, lunch, snacks are provided and parents will have the option to bring their own food from home. Licensee is advised food brought from the children\342\200\231s home shall be properly stored, labeled, and dated. Licensee is a participant in a food program. Outdoor: Children play in the front yard. The play area is clear and clean of debris, play area is fenced and gated all around, play yard has artificial grass and cement for play time. There is climbing equipment that is placed on artificial turf and provides some cushioning to minimize injuries. LPA observed a storage shed in the front yard which is locked with a keypad lock. LPA observed age-appropriate toys for children. Advisory/Other: First Aid kit was observed with supplies (thermometer) readily available and kept in the kitchen cabinet. Licensee has a valid CPR/First Aid certification dated 7/5/22, and Mandated Reporter is current and dated 12/13/23 and her assistant\342\200\231s dated, 12/13/2023. Licensee is reminded First Aid/CPR and Mandated Reporter must be renewed every two years. Review of records to be maintained: LPA reviewed with licensee the LIC 311D, Forms/Records To Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Documents Provided and/or Discussed: Fire Drill Log, Roster, Postings, Safe Sleep PIN 20-24-CCP, Individual Sleeping Plan (LIC9227), Large and Small Child Care Ratio Packet, and Lead Poisoning flyer's. The following were observed/discussed and or provided: Seat Belt Safety, Safe Sleep poster observed, forms required for children file (LIC311D), Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB394), Roster (LIC9040), License, Staffing and Ratio (capacity limitations handout provided), Emergency and Disaster Information (LIC610A, LIC9148), Lead Flyer Requirement, liability insurance (LIC282) must have signed form on file if no liability insurance. Names of all adults living in the home: All adults living/residing in the home are fingerprint cleared and associated. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - 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 was also discussed with the licensee: 1. 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. 2. 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. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. 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. 7. 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. 8. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department. 9. Smoking is prohibited in the family childcare home. 10. Children and staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and be available for review by the Department. 11. 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. 12. 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. 13. The facility license number must be on all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients. 14. 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). 15. Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA advised licensee to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. 13. Dog(s) and/or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care. 14. 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. 7. 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. 8. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department. 9. Smoking is prohibited in the family childcare home. 10. Children and staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and be available for review by the Department. 11. 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. 12. 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. 13. The facility license number must be on all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients. 14. 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). 15. Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA advised licensee to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. 13. Dog(s) and/or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care. 14. 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 receive important licensed - 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. During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Mariana Tataryan, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Mariana Tataryan.