Routine inspection·April 10, 2025

On April 10, 2025, at 1:00 pm Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the above facility. LPA was greeted by Licensee, Manoushak Mkroyan who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Licensee’s volunteer/assistant, S2 was also present for the inspection. Per licensee there are 12 children enrolled and LPA observed 12 children in care 2 being infants. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday from 7:00 am – 6:00 am. Family members residing in the home are 4 adults who obtain criminal record clearance. This is a two-story home which consists of 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, living room, dining room, 3 kitchens, attached garage that has been converted into a guest room, front yard and backyard (fenced). Off limit areas include 3 Kitchens, dining room, 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom on the first floor, entire second floor which consist of 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, attached garage that has been converted into a guest room, 1 bathroom inside the guest room, and backyard. Areas accessible to children in care are living room (main day care area), half bathroom in the hallway, 2 bedrooms on the first floor, and front yard which is fenced. At 1:15 pm, licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Per licensee, parents enter through the front door, which leads them to the living room. Upon entrance through the front door, LPA inspected the living room which is the main day care area. There is a fireplace in the living room which has been barricaded making it inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed several age-appropriate toys for children in care, along with 10 napping children and one infant playing with toys. Napping equipment in the form of cots were observed. Page 1 of 4 Bedding was observed to be clean, orderly, and stored properly. LPA was then guided to bedroom 1 which is next to the living room area. In bedroom 1, LPA observed several age-appropriate toys and table/chairs for children in care. LPA observed a two child safety gates in the living room area. One is dividing the living room and the kitchen area, making the kitchen inaccessible to children in care. The second child safety gate is in between the living room and the hallway. Then LPA was then guided to the half bathroom that is located in the hallway area. The bathroom was inspected and observed to be clean and orderly. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials that can pose a danger to children in care. Licensee then guided LPA to bedroom 2, which is directly across the half bathroom. LPA inspected bedroom 2 and observed 2 playpens with one napping infant. The playpen was observed to have an appropriate size mattress with fitted sheets. Playpens were observed to be free of any loose items. Per licensee, bedding and blankets are washed at the facility weekly or as needed. The front yard was then inspected, and LPA observed several age-appropriate toys for children in care. All areas were observed to be clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated. The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations. There are first aid supplies available. Per licensee, the facility provides all meals for children in care. LPA reminded the licensee that food brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name, stored properly and or refrigerated. If a child becomes ill, the child is isolated in bedroom 1 which is next to the living room area while the parents are called. A cot is available if needed. Licensee's poisons, detergent, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to child are stored where they are inaccessible to children. LPA observed a smoke/carbon monoxide detector bedroom 1. However, LPA did not test smoke/carbon monoxide detector as children were napping. LPA observed a 2A-10BC fire extinguisher anchored in the living room, next to the kitchen doorway. The valve on the fire extinguisher was pointing to the fully charged green section. The licensee provided LPA a purchased receipt of 03/06/2025. There is a working telephone on site. Per Title 22 Emergency Disaster Drill must be conducted at least every 6 months. LPA observed the last Emergency Disaster Drill was conducted and documented on 04/07/2025. Per the licensee, there are no weapons, pets or bodies of water on the premises. Licensee obtains a current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification which expires on 01/27/2027. Page 2 of 4 LPA conducted a children and staff file review and deemed complete. Licensee has completed mandated reporter training which expires 02/11/2027. All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years at Licensee has the required documents posted in the FCCH; Facility License (LIC 203), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394) and Earthquake preparedness Checklist. 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 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm Licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B. The on Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (323) 981-3350 from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B). The licensee was informed that the presence of adults in the home without Criminal Record Clearance or Exemption will be cited and civil penalty assessed for $100 per day. The licensee may find additional information and forms on the DSS 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 The following was discussed with the licensee: Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files, and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. Licensee was reminded that supervision is always required to children in care. Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Page 3 of 4 Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility’s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category.--Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website ( www.ccld.ca.gov ) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations.-- Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months they are also now in Spanish please log in to the CCLD website or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates send directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 licensee [or facility representative] 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. Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Per licensee there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility. LPA provided consultation during inspection. At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no deficiencies being issued today, April 10, 2025. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days during facility’s hours of operation. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to licensee, Manoushak Mkroyan. Page 4 of 4