Pre-licensing visit·June 6, 2024

On Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 12:48 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an announced pre licensing inspection and met with applicant Arpine Vardparonyan who guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. The applicant is requesting a small family childcare license. Family members residing in the home has been discussed with applicant and are cleared. Operating hours will be Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and care for children ages 2 to12. Applicant stated she will not be providing care for children under 2 years. This facility is a one-story home that consists of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, back room (daycare) and front and backyard fenced. Areas off limits to children include- All main house and backyard. Areas accessible include- back room (daycare) and bathroom located in the daycare room and front yard. At approximately 12:55 p.m LPA Rivera inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone). For ventilation, LPA Rivera observed central AC unit. LPA observed the furniture, children\342\200\231s materials, to be in good condition and age appropriate. LPA did not observe any hazards in the daycare room. LPA observed cots, and no play yard or cribs because applicant is not providing care for infants under 2 years. A door that\342\200\231s in the daycare room; applicant will place a chain lock on top of the door to ensure children don\342\200\231t have access to open the door. This door leads into the main house. Parent\342\200\231s and children will be using the daycare door located on the back room to enter. At approximately 1:01 p.m. LPA Rivera observed cleaning compounds items stored underneath the kitchen sink. LPA observed knives and sharp objects to be stored inside the kitchen drawer. LPA observed the electric outlets to have covers. For water drinking, LPA observed a water dispenser and applicant stated disposable cups will be utilized. Applicant stated she will be providing the meals for the children. LPA informed applicant food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. At approximately 1:06 pm., LPA Rivera entered the restroom and observed the toilet, hand washing sink, hand soap and LPA observed the bottom sink cabinet to be empty. LPA did not observe hazard materials and observed the restroom to be in good condition. LPA Rivera asked applicant if there are any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Applicant stated she has two dogs (a Dogo Argentino and a Malti/Yorkie mix), no poisons and no bodies of water, no firearms, and no weapons. LPA observed the white Dogo Argentino in the backyard and the Malti/Yorkie inside the main house. LPA did not observe poisons, firearms, weapons, nor bodies of water. Applicant was advised 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 1:11p.m. LPA Rivera observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the daycare room with the valve on the green area indicating fully charged. LPA observed the purchase receipt dated 6/6/2024. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm located in the daycare room. LPA tested the carbon monoxide and smoke alarm. LPA Rivera heard the sounds and are operable. LPA observed the first aid complete with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes and located in the daycare room. For ill isolation, applicant stated a corner of the daycare room will be utilized. At approximately 1:15 p.m., LPA Rivera inspected the play outdoor (front yard) area that will be used by children for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed the front yard to be fenced and gated. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA informed any play equipment must be age appropriate and areas around or under high climbing equipment, must have a cushion to support a fall. LPA informed applicant any construction materials or gardening equipment must be place in the off-limits backyard area. LPA observed applicant Arpine Vardparonyan American Heart Association Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification dated 1/31/2024, and Health and Safety certification dated 2/17/2024, and applicant has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR and Influenza. The applicant has completed the mandated reporter training dated 1/26/2024. The following was also discussed with the applicant: 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. Certification must be renewed every two years. 3. Applicant was informed that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. 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 7. 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. 8. 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. On this date, 03/12/2024, the California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ. Applicant, Arpine Vardparonyan was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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. Subscribe to CCLD important information - Family Child Care Homes: 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 platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Corrections needed: Place a chain lock on the door located in the daycare room to prevent children access to the main house. Due date 7/9/2024. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant Arpine Vardparonyan. 9. 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. 10. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department. 11. Smoking is prohibited in the family childcare home. 12. Children and staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and be available for review by the Department. 13. 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. 14. 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. 15. The facility license number must be on all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients. 16. 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). 17. Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information. 18. Dog(s) and/or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care. 19. 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. Applicant Arpine Vardparonyan 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. The Arpine Vardparonyan provided mortgage statement as proof of control of property. This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Review of records to be maintained - Family Child Care Homes LPA reviewed with [applicant, licensee, or facility representative] 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. LPA Rivera explained in detailed to applicant Arpine Vardparonyan LIC 9221 Parent Consent for Administration of Medications and medication chart, LIC 9040 Child Care Facility Roster, LIC 624 Unusual Incident Report, LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan, Safe sleep practices, safe sleep log, the California Car Seat Law Changes (effective February 2018), Effects of Lead Exposure, Shaken Baby Syndrome, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant Arpine Vardparonyan 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 Arpine Vardparonyan 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.