Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted an announced change of location inspection and met with licensee, who guided LPA Garcia on a tour of the facility. The applicant is requesting a large family childcare license. Fire Inspection was granted on 12/17/25. The licensee is the only occupant in the home and has been fingerprinted and cleared. Operating hours will be Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and care for children ages 1 \342\200\223 12 years. This facility is a single-story home. The home consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living space, front yard, and back yard fenced. There is an ADU on the property that has a marked address (10237 Mount Gleason) that is currently not occupied and will not be used for day care purposes. There is a white fence dividing the ADU property from the area the licensee will utilize for the children once tenants move in. Licensee states there are no current tenants but there will be in the near future. There are no pools or bodies of water on the premises.
Areas off limits to children include
- Bedroom #2 (back of the home), Bathroom #2 (back of the home), kitchen, ADU property, left side of the home.
Areas accessible
to children include- Livingroom (main daycare area), bathroom #1 (near entrance to the right), front yard, left side of the home and playground towards the rear of the home.
LPA Garcia inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone). For ventilation, LPA Garcia observed central heating and air conditioning and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the furniture, children\342\200\231s materials, to be in good condition and age appropriate. This property is a rental and the applicant provided proof of the rental agreement. The main daycare area will be in the living room and the bedroom #1 (classroom). LPA observed cots that the children will utilize and will nap in the main day care area.
Kitchen: The kitchen will be off limits to the children and will be made inaccessible to the children by a large room divider that prevents access for the children. LPA Garcia observed cleaning compounds stored in a cabinet located under the kitchen sink and secured with a safety lock. LPA observed knives and sharp objects stored in kitchen drawers, made inaccessible to the children with safety latches. For water drinking, applicant stated he will use a filtered water dispenser once it is installed. For the time being, he will provide bottled water to the children and the children will use individual cups or water bottles and re-fill as needed. The applicant stated he is enrolled in a food program. Meals provided will be breakfast, lunch, p.m. snacks. 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.
Bathroom: LPA Garcia entered the restroom that will be utilized by the daycare children which is located near the entrance of the home, to the left. LPA observed the toilets, hand washing sinks, hand soap and LPA observed the bathrooms to not have any hazardous materials accessible to the children. LPA reminded applicant that Shampoos, conditioners, body washes, etc. need to be inaccessible to the children while they are in care. The restrooms were observed to be in good, clean operable condition.
LPA Garcia asked the applicant if there are any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Applicant stated she has no pets, no poisons, no firearms, no weapons, nor bodies of water on premises. LPA did not observe pets, 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.
LPA Garcia observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located near the kitchen and secured on a wall mount, valve on the green area indicating fully charged. LPA informed applicant that the fire extinguisher needs to be serviced annually or purchase a new one within a year and tape the purchase receipt.
LPA observed a dual carbon monoxide and smoke detector located in the hallway ceiling. Licensee tested the dual carbon monoxide/ smoke alarm. LPA Garcia heard the sounds and is operable. LPA observed the first aid complete with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes and located in the backyard on a shelf which is inaccessible to the children. For ill isolation, licensee stated an area near the kitchen or corner in the daycare will be utilized to keep the children separate until the children\342\200\231s parents can pick them up.
Outdoor: LPA Garcia inspected the play outdoor (front yard, side yard) area that will be used by children for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The area that will be utilized by the children is enclosed by 3 property walls that measure over 5\342\200\235 tall (concrete bottom, wooden panels on top, and rolling gate). The rolling gate that leads to the street, will not be used during day care hours and will stay closed and locked. Parents will utilize a door on the gate for access to daycare property. The left side of home will not be utilized by the children and will remain off limits. It is made inaccessible by a white swinging picket fence that is locked with a hinge lock. This area is also the entrance that tenants will utilize to access the ADU. LPA Garcia observed electrical panels on the side of the home that are also inaccessible to the children. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition (concrete, artificial turf) and is free of hazards.
LPA observed applicant American Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification dated 7/29/24, and Health and Safety certification dated 9/18/21, and applicant has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, TB and Influenza declination. Applicant has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training dated 11/25/25. Applicant was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at
www.mandatedreporterca.com
LPA informed Applicant of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months and 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months. LPA provided the LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan and Safe Sleep Log form.
During the inspection, applicant posted the required postings LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, LIC 999 Facility sketch, and child car seat law poster. LPA informed applicant, the required posting need to be posted in the area where parent can view the information.
The following was also discussed with the applicant:
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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 applicant 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 applicant 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 Childcare 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.
Applicant 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 Childcare 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.
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) 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
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LPA reviewed with applicant 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 Garcia explained in detailed to applicant LIC 9221 Parent Consent for Administration of Medications and medication chart, LIC 9040 Childcare 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, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant.
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant and discussed the Childcare 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 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.
On this date, 11/7/25, 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 was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
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The licensee provided proof of control of property.
Because the licensee leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC 9151) that the applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. The applicant obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149).
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
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No corrections are needed.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with applicant, Arman Pirijanyan.