Routine inspection·April 11, 2023

REQUIRED- 1 YEAR INSPECTION CONDUCTED IN ARMENIAN Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anomeh Eivazian conducted an unannounced required 1- year and case- management licensee initiated inspection to the above facility on 04/11/2023 due to the licensee is requesting for capacity increase. LPA arrived at the facility at 12:10 PM and met with Talin Alexandy, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. A COVID 19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. Also present during this inspection, were Armond Keshishian and Vartanoush Galoosyan, Licensee\342\200\231s Assistants. Per licensee, Talin Alexandy facility hours are Monday to Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. LPA provided a copy of Entrance Checklist\342\200\224Family Child Care Home (LIC126) to licensee. Fire clearance for large family child care was granted on 03/24/23. This is a one story home which is located on the first level. The home consists of 3 bedrooms, 1 and 1/2 restrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, patio, front yard, back yard (fenced) and basement. Per licensee, parents enter the home through the main entrance which leads to the living room. Per licensee at 12:45 p.m. the children use the living room (main day care area), dining room, bathroom in the hallway, last bedroom, half bathroom, patio, and backyard (fenced). Per licensee areas off limits to children and parents include: 2 bedrooms, kitchen, basement and front yard. During this inspection individuals who reside in the home were discussed and notes on Confidential Name List (LIC811) and attached to this report. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. At 12:45 p.m., Licensee took this LPA on a tour of the home. LPA was toured through the interior starting with the living room ( main daycare area), LPA observed children toys, tables, chairs and a TV in the living room. LPA observed a child safety gate was installed to the living room. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 1 of 5 Per licensee children only transpass from dining room to go to the bathroom and backyard. Next LPA toured the dining room and observed a dining table and chairs in the dining room. Next LPA toured the kitchen and observed a child safety gate was installed to the kitchen to make it inaccessible to the children. Next LPA toured the bathroom in the hallway and observed shampoos were placed in a high level shelve in the shower out of reach of children. Next LPA toured the last bedroom and half bathroom and did not observe any hazards. LPA observed off-limit areas door were closed during this inspection. LPA observed the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher was anchored to the wall in the closet in the living room. It was serviced on 03/17/23 as read by LPA from the service tag. Licensee tested the carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in the living room. It sounded off the alarms and heard by LPA to be functional. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed to be inaccessible to children. The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Next LPA toured the backyard fenced. Currently, children are using the back yard and patio for outdoor play time. The outdoor play area (patio and backyard) were observed to be fenced. LPA observed a child safety gate was installed to the patio stairs which leads to the backyard. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA did not observe any objects that can pose a danger to children on the outdoor yard. The licensee states that supervision is always provided. Per Licensee, Talin Alexandy at 1:30 p.m there are no pets, weapons, firearms, pools, spas, hot tubs, fish ponds, or similar bodies of water on the premises. The licensee was observed to be operating within the licensed capacity and is not exceeding the required limitations during this inspection. During this inspection 6 children were present in the home, one being infant with licensee and her two assistants. All adults present have obtained a criminal record clearance on Licensing Information System (LIS). Per licensee, currently she has two assistants. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 2 of 5 The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 01/24. Licensee, Talin Alexandy is exempt from required mandated reporter training due to language barrier. Licensee only speaks Armenian. There are first aid supplies available on the premises in a closet in the storage. LPA advised licensee that if a child shows signs of illness he/she/they shall be separated from other children. At 1:30 p.m., facility roster was reviewed and completed. Per licensee currently there are 8 children enrolled. LPA reviewed 5 children's records, including emergency information from 8 enrolled children, and all 5 reviewed files were completed. The licensee and her assistants have proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 01/09/23. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted at the wall by the entrance. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, Trampolines and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. There is telephone service via a landline that is used and stays at the facility during operation hours. Per licensee she does not carry liability insurance or a bond in accordance with standard established by Family Child Care statue. Signed statements (LIC282) on 5 reviewed files. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 3 of 5 SAFE SLEEP: LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee, and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforescources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resoucrces/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at http://www/cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Boppy recall: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/The-Boppy-Company-Recalls-Over-3-Million-Original-Newborn-Loungers-Boppy-Preferred-Newborn-Loungers-and-Pottery-Barn-Kids-Boppy-Newborn-Loungers-After-8-Infant-Deaths-Suffocation-Risk INFANT CARE: Licensee states that currently there is one infant (20 months old) enrolled in her daycare. Licensee states that infants sleep in the living room where they are constantly supervised. Appropriate sleeping arrangements and cribs were observed. (one crib for each infant up to 12 months old in care is required). Cribs or play yard did not hinder the entrance or exit from the sleeping space in the living room, mattresses shall be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that overlaps the underside so it cannot be dislodged. Cribs and play yards were observed to be free of loose articles and objects. No objects were observed to be hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. LPA did not observe any infants swaddled while in care. LPA advised the Licensee that infants shall be placed on their backs for sleeping and shall be supervised. Infants shall be checked on every 15 minutes and the time of each 15-minute check shall be documented with child\342\200\231s name and date. The LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan shall be completed for each infant up to 12 months of age. A copy of the LIC 9227 was provided to Licensee. LPA provided the licensee with a copy of A Child Care Provider\342\200\231s Guide to Safe Sleep, by American Academy of Pediatrics. LPA also consulted and explained Child Abuse Reporting, Never Shake a Baby, and Safe Sleeping practices. Medication : Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed . The licensee states that she will provide IMS. Per licensee, there are no children enrolled that require IMS at this time. 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 . REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 4 of 5 LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.ccld.ca.gov . LPA also discussed the Provider Information Notices (PINS) on Safe Sleep Awareness: PIN 19-02-CCP, U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION FISHER-PRICE INFANT EQUIPMENT RECALLS: PIN 20-19 CCP COVID FAQ - PIN 20-11-CCP, Required Lead Testing: PIN 20-01 CCP Effects of Lead Exposure, and Guardian User Account Access - PIN 20-20-CCLD. PIN 22-10- CCP-- UPDATED GUIDANCE FOR CHILD CARE PROVIDERS REGARDING CORONAVIRUS DISEASE (COVID-19) LPA inquired into the licensee\342\200\231s practices related to COVID-19. Licensee stated that they practice hygiene such as hand washing with the children. Licensee has hand sanitizer available in the drop off area and inside her home. Licensee states they practice social distancing with children, take children temperature daily, licensee and staff wear masks all the times indoor and teaching children about wearing proper face covering. At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today from the areas that were inspected today. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experienced. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding inspection tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.gov/inforesouces/community-care-liceinsing/inspection-process Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Talin Alexandy at 3:10 p.m.. REPORT END 5 of 5