Routine inspection·April 21, 2025

ANNUAL/RANDOM INSPECTION CONDUCTED IN ARMENIAN Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Anomeh Eivazian conducted an unannounced annual random inspection to the above facility on 04/21/25. LPA arrived at the facility at 12:10 PM and met with licensee, Karine Karapetyan who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection, were Litush Hambardzumyan , Licensee\342\200\231s Assistant and Anzhela Beglaryan. LPA provided a copy of Entrance Checklist\342\200\224Family Child Care Home (LIC126) to licensee. Per licensee, facility operation hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and provide care to children 0-12 years old. This is a one-story home located on the first level. The home consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 restroom, living room, kitchen, front yard, detached converted garage which consists of a room and one bathroom, studio attached to the garage, and backyard (fenced). Per licensee, parents enter the facility through the main entrance which leads to the living room. An updated facility sketch was submitted to LPA during this inspection, as far as detached garage is off-limit to the children. Per licensee the children use the bathroom in the hallway, living room, one bedroom, kitchen, and front part of back yard (fenced). Per licensee areas off limits to children and parents include: One- bedroom, front yard, detached converted garage, bathroom inside the garage, studio in the backyard, and back of backyard. LPA did not observe any stairs in the home during this inspection. 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 12:05 p.m., Licensee took this LPA on a tour of the home starting with the entry way which lead directly to the living room. The living room was inspected, and electrical outlets were REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 1 of 4 observed to be covered. LPA observed sofas, a coffee table, a dining table, chairs, children\342\200\231s toys, tables and chairs in the living room. LPA observed a safety gate was installed to the kitchen. LPA observed five children were playing in the living room with licensee and her assistant. There is a fireplace in the living room which has been blocked off to prevent access. Next LPA toured the kitchen and observed child proof safety latches on the cabinets where licensee stores sharp items and cleaning compounds. Per licensee, children only walk through the kitchen to go to the backyard and daycare bedroom. Next LPA toured the off-limit bedroom and did not observe any hazards. Next LPA toured the daycare bedroom and observed a sofa and children\342\200\231s napping cots in the daycare bedroom. Per licensee, poisons are lock in the storage in the backyard which is locked with a key lock. Next LPA toured the bathroom and did not observe any hazards. LPA observed the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher was anchored to the wall in the kitchen. It was not serviced annually as it is required. It was purchased on 09/20/22. Licensee tested the carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in the kitchen. Both 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. Next LPA toured the backyard fenced. Per licensee, children use the front area of back yard for outdoor play time. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. 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 outdoor playarea ground is covered with carpet. LPA observed the off-limit areas in the backyard are gated and screened to be inaccessible to the children. The licensee states that supervision is always provided. Next LPA toured the off-limit detached converted garage and studio and did not observe any hazards. The licensee was observed to be operating within the licensed capacity and is not exceeding the required limitations during this inspection. During this inspection 5 children were present in the home with licensee and her assistant. All adults present have obtained a criminal record clearance on Licensing Information System (LIS). Per licensee, currently she has one 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 4 Per licensee, she provides food for children in care. Licensee was advised that if food is brought from the children\342\200\231s homes, all containers must be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Per Licensee, there are no pets, weapons, firearms, pools, spas, hot tubs, fish ponds, or similar bodies of water on the premises. 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 expired on 09/2023. Licensee, completed required mandated reporter training on 05/15/22 and it was not updated every 2 years as it is required. There are first aid supplies available on the premises in the kitchen. LPA advised licensee that if a child shows signs of illness he/she/they shall be separated from other children. At 12:40 p.m., facility roster was reviewed and not completed. Per licensee currently there are 6 children enrolled. LPA reviewed 6 children's records, including emergency information from 6 enrolled children, and 3 children files were not available for review. The licensee and her assistant 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 02/17/25. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted at the wall by the entrance. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. There is telephone service via a cellphone that is used and the cellphone 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 3 reviewed files. INFANT CARE: Licensee states that she provides care to infants (0-24 months old). Per licensee, if an infant is enrolled, the infant will sleep in the living room and one daycare bedroom where they are constantly supervised. 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. REPORT CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE 3 of 4 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-and-resources/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 https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. 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 . LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.ccld.ca.gov . The following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809 (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. 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 experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email 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/process . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Licensee, was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; 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. During the exit interview, the Licensee, Karine Karapetyan confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Karine Karapetyan. REPORT END 4 of 4