Pre-licensing visit·April 16, 2025

PRELICENSING INSPECTION CONDUCTED IN ARMENIAN Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shushanik Safaryan conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection to the above facility on 04/16/2025. Upon arrival , at 09:00 am LPA met with Hasmik Konjoyan ,applicant who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. During the inspection , applicant`s husband and daughter were present too. Pre-licensing Entrance Checklist (LIC9280) was provided to applicant. During this inspection individuals who reside in the home were discussed and notes on Confidential Name List (LIC811) and attached to this report. Per applicant operation hours will be Monday to Friday , 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Applicant states she will care for children 0-14 years old. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. This is a one-story home located on the first level and consists of 3 bedrooms , 2 bathrooms , living room, dining room , front yard, back yard and detached garage. There is a fireplace in the dining room which has been blocked off to prevent access to children. Areas that are accessible to children are as follows: Living room , dining room ,kitchen , bathroom in the hallway and back yard . Areas off limits based on facility sketch submitted to children and parents include: Three bedrooms, bathroom in the master bedroom, front yard, detached garage. **Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours** Page 1 of 6 At 09:00 am, the applicant began touring LPA starting from front yard. LPA observed fountain in the front yard filled with flowers and observed 3 feet high gate around it to prevent children access . Per licensee fountain will not be filled with the water at this time and will be used for flowers. Next LPA toured detached garage in the front of the property. Per licensee garage used for storage, LPA observed boxes in the garage. Per licensee parents will enter the house through the main entrance. Per licensee she will add door alarm to the door for additional safety. In the living room , LPA observed shelves on the wheels for storing books , children activity supplies. LPA observed small tables and chairs. Per licensee this room will be used for activities. Next to the living room , LPA toured storage area where observed napping mats. Per licensee she will purchase cribs when she enrolls infants. Next LPA toured the dining room and observed fireplace which was blocked to prevent children access. In the dining room LPA observed dining table, chairs, sofa. Per licensee , this room will be used for napping. From the dining room ,children have access to the kitchen. LPA observed child safety gate between dining room and kitchen. Per applicant , children will use kitchen for baking class. LPA observed latches on the cabinets in the kitchen . LPA observed medication in the cabinet not accessible to the children. In the kitchen , LPA observed required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher was anchored to the wall . LPA observed receipt with the purchase date 01/2025. LPA observed smoke alarm and carbon monoxide device in the kitchen. Applicant tested the carbon monoxide and smoke device; 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. Tour continued to the hallway bathroom which will be available to the children. LPA observed , safety latch on the shower door and storage room in the bathroom. LPA observed child safety latches on the cabinets under the sink and did not observe any hazards. LPA toured off limit bedrooms and bathroom in the master bedroom. LPA observed key on the locks. Per applicant doors will be locked with key during the day care hours. Per applicant, children will use the back yard for outdoor play time. Children will access back yard through the sliding door from the dining room. Children will have access to the patio area and grass area. LPA toured the backyard which is fenced and gated . LPA observed gate around the AC unit . LPA observed doors to the side of the property locked. LPA observed grass area, small slide. LPA did not observe any hazards. The applicant states that supervision will be always provided. The applicant states that she will provide food for children in care. Applicant was advised that if food is brought from the children’s homes, all containers must be labeled with child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Page 2 of 6 Per applicant, at 10:00 am, there are no pets or bodies of water on the premises. Per applicant there is a weapon in the home .There are toys available for children. There is telephone service via cellphone that is used at the facility during operation hours. LPA advised applicant that if a child shows signs of illness, he/she/they shall be separated from other children. Per applicant no one smokes in the home. There is first aid kit located in the living room cabinet . Applicant has proof of CPR and First Aid training as indicated on the certificate with the expiration date 01/2027. The applicant does have proof of Health and Safety training. The applicant has proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Applicant completed required mandated reporter training on 02/25/2025. Mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years. www.mandatedreporterca.com APPLICANT RENTS/LEASES THE HOME AND HAS LANDLORD CONSENT: Because the applicant rents/leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC9151) that the applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. The applicant obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149). The following was discussed with the applicant: 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, 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. -In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current adult/infant CPR & Pediatric First Aid certification and a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license. -A current roster of children enrolled must be available and maintained for a period of three years, even after children no longer are attending the facility. -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. Page 3 of 6 -The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should check, and batteries replaced as needed. -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. -Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. (Use LIC624B for written report) -Fire and safety drills must be performed every six months and documented for review by the Department. -Smoking is prohibited in a family childcare home. -Children and Staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and must be available for review by the Department. -Dog(s) and or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care. -No smoking, no infant walkers, No Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, no trampolines and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility. -All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Departments right to inspection authority, which includes but not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation. - Applicant shall reveal each facility license number in all advertisements, publications or announcements with the intent to attract clients. - Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License are required to be posted. INFANT CARE: Applicant states that she will care for infants. Applicant states that infants will sleep in the playroom where they are constantly supervised. Appropriate sleeping arrangements and cribs will be available once an infant being enrolled. LPA informed one crib for each infant in care will be needed. Cribs or play yard shall not hinder the entrance or exit from the sleeping space, mattresses shall be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that overlaps the underside so it cannot be dislodged. Cribs and play yards shall be free of loose articles and objects. No objects shall be hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. LPA informed Applicant infants cannot be swaddled while in care. LPA advised the Applicant 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’s name and date. Page 4 of 6 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 Applicant. LPA provided the Applicant with a copy of A Child Care Provider’s 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. SAFE SLEEP: LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant 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 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. APPLICANT WILL WAIT UNTIL FACILITY OPENS TO DETERMINE IMS NEEDS: Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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 . Per applicant, there are no dual licenses at this address. The applicant was advised that email may be public information. Per applicant, she does not carry liability insurance or a bond in accordance with standard established by Family Child Care statue. Signed statements (LIC282) will be on children’s files. The law requires Family Child Care provider to carry liability insurance or bond in the amount of $300,000 annually or to maintain the signed statement in the facility file. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. Page 5 of 6 To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Megan’s Law - Family Child Care Homes On this date, 03/20225/ the California Attorney General - Megan’s 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. MyChildCarePlan.org--Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Home [Applicant, or Licensee] 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 LPA reviewed with applicant the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep in Your Family Child Care Homes, children’s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Entrance checklist was provided to the applicant. The following corrections needed for the further processing .Corrections are due by 04/23/25 1. Applicant will add door alarm and will email picture. Once licensed, the applicant is required to adhere to the terms and limitations stated on the license. The applicant’s signature on this report acknowledges that they have signed the Application for a Family Child Care Home License (LIC 279) under the penalty of perjury that the statements on the application and any attachments are correct. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant, Hasmik Konjoyan on 04/16/2025. Page 6 of 6