Routine inspection·April 10, 2025

On April 10, 2025, at 8:50 am Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the above facility. LPA was greeted by Licensee, Adrine Grigoryan who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. S2 was also present for the inspected but remained in an off-limits area. Per licensee there are 6 children enrolled and LPA observed 5 children in care. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday from 7:00 am – 12 am. Family members residing in the home are 4 adults who obtain criminal record clearance along with 3 minor children. This is a single-story home that consist of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, detached garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). Off limit areas include 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, living room, front yard and detached garage. Areas accessible to children in care are dining room (main day care area), 1 bathroom in the dining room, 1 bedroom in dining room and back yard (fenced). At 9:15 am, licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Per licensee, parents enter to through the side gate through the driveway, which leads them to the dining room. Upon entrance through the gate, LPA inspected the dining room which is the main day care area. LPA observed several age-appropriate toys for children in care, along with children’s cubbies to store personal items. LPA was then guided to the bathroom that is accessible to children in care, which located right next to the entrance of the dining room from the driveway. The bathroom was observed to be clean and orderly. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials that can pose a danger to children in care. Page 1 of 5 Bedroom 1 was then inspected, which is used as the napping area. LPA observed napping equipment in the form of cots. Bedding was observed to be clean, orderly, and stored properly. Per licensee, bedding and blankets are washed at the facility weekly. The back yard was then inspected, and LPA observed several age-appropriate toys for children in care. LPA also observed the detached garage to be separated from the back yard by a gate, which was locked. Per licensee, the gate and the detached garage is always locked making it inaccessible to 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 the bedroom that is in the dining room 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 functioning smoke detector in the dining room and a functioning carbon monoxide detector in the kitchen area. LPA observed a 2A-10BC fire extinguisher anchored in the dining room. The valve on the fire extinguisher was pointing to the fully charged green section. The licensee provided LPA a purchased receipt of 03/14/2025. 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 12/17/2024. 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 06/10/2025. LPA conducted a children file review and deemed not complete. C1 – C4 were missing Consent of Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC 627) in their file for LPA to review. LPA provided the licensee a copy for LIC 627. LPA conducted staff file review and deemed not complete. During the tour of the facility S3 arrived to the dining room. LPA explained to licensee that S3 does not obtain Criminal Record clearance. Per Guardian clearance sheet, S3 is still in process. Per licensee S3 just started working at the facility as of 4/09/2025 and has submitted all of the paperwork. Page 2 of 5 LPA explained to the licensee that when an adult appearance in process that does not mean that the adult is cleared to be on the premise during daycare hours. LPA called a Guardian representative to confirm the status of S3 and was advised that there was a hold on the application due to additional information being required. LPA explained the additional information that is needed for S3 in order for S3’s application to be processed and cleared. LPA observed S3 leave the premise. Licensee understood that S3 cannot return to the facility until criminal record clearance is obtained. Licensee has completed mandated reporter training which expires 02/04/2026. 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). Page 3 of 5 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. 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. Page 4 of 5 LPA P. Ochoa informed licensee Adrine Grigoryan that this report dated April 10, 2025 documents 1 Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA P. Ochoa informed the licensee Adrine Grigoryan to provide a copy of this licensing report dated April 10, 2025 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. The facility is also being cited a type B citation on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety. 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 Adrine Grigoryan. Page 5 of 5