Pre-licensing visit·December 10, 2025

On 12/10/25, at 9:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joe Katrdzhyan conducted an announced Pre-Licensing Inspection. The purpose of the meeting was to ensure that health, safety and personal rights as required by Title 22 Regulations governing California Family Child Care homes will be met by the Applicant. This is an application for a change of location and a capacity increase for a Large Family Child Care Home , for a total capacity of 14 children , ages 12 months to 13 years of age. The family child care home will operate Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM. Fire Clearance was granted and approved by the Glendale Fire Department on 12/2/25 . Upon arrival, LPA met with Applicant / Arusyak Bakhshyan, who guided LPA on a tour of the inside and outside of the home. LPA observed no children in care. All individuals residing in the home were discussed with the Applicant and have criminal record clearance. Also present was the Applicant's Sister / Ashkhen Bakhshyan. The applicant currently owns and operates a Small Family Child Care Home located at 126 E Garfield Ave., Glendale, CA 91205 (Bakhshyan Family Child Care, License #198021857). The existing licensed facility currently serves six enrolled children. Most of the child-care furnishings and equipment remain at the currently licensed location at 126 E. Garfield Ave. These items will be transferred to this location at 1117 E. Windsor Rd., Glendale, CA, 91205, upon approval and issuance of the new license. Per facility sketch and tour of the home, the following was observed and discussed with the Applicant during the inspection: The home is a one story dwelling which consists of a living room, activity room, dining room/kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, front yard, 2 side yards and back yard. In addition to the main dwelling unit, the property includes a separate dwelling unit, with its own address and entrance. The separate residence is a detached structure located in the back of the main dwelling at 1117A E Windsor Rd, Glendale, CA 91205. Pg. 1 of 6 According to the Applicant, parents will drop off and pick up their children by entering through the driveway and accessing the side gate, which leads to the entrance of the activity room. Areas which will be used by children include the activity room, dining room/kitchen and bathroom 1. Electrical outlets have safety covers installed throughout the home. The home does not have a fireplace or washer/dryer. Per the Applicant, areas off limits to children include the living room, bedrooms 2 and 3, bathroom, 2, the front yard, the side yard located on the right side of the house when facing the street, and the separate dwelling unit in the rear (1117A E Windsor Rd). All areas identified on the facility sketch as accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety of the children. The activity room and dining room will be used for activities. The activity room will also be used for napping. Per Applicant, isolation area for ill children will be in the dining room/kitchen. LPA observed two (2) cots at the time of visit and 1 play yard. LPA advised that there shall be one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. Applicant will purchase additional cots, cribs and/or play yards as needed. The home is neat and clean. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher which is at least a 2A:10BC (inspection date of February 2025). The home is equipped with a smoke/carbon monoxide detector. The smoke/carbon monoxide detector was tested at the time of visit and observed to be operational. There is a working cell phone maintained in the home which will be the main contact number while children are in care. Per Applicant, meals will be provided to children in care (breakfast, lunch, PM snack and dinner). Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. The home is not equipped with surveillance cameras. The home is equipped with a first-aid kit equipped with, cleansing pads healing ointment, bandages, gauze, and a digital thermometer. The home is equipped with a central air conditioning and heating system. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which can pose a danger to children are made inaccessible. The Applicant states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. LPA observed the back yard has adequate perimeter fencing through-out the yard. LPA advised Applicant that outdoor supervision is required at all times. LPA observed age appropriate toys free of loose and sharp parts available for the children in the backyard and all trees, shrubs, and plants are maintained. Per Applicant, there are no weapons, firearms in the home and there are no bodies of water around the premises. None were observed by the LPA. Pg. 2 of 6 The Applicant has current Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles was readily available during today\342\200\231s inspection. \342\200\224 Pediatric First Aid and CPR Card valid until: 4/27/2027 The Applicant was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. All adults living in the home have submitted fingerprints and child abuse index check forms to Department of Justice. Per Applicant, there are no pets and LPA did not observe any pets at the time of visit . Per Applicant, there are no weapons, firearms in the home. None were observed by LPA. The unit does not have a swimming pool. LPA observed no bodies of waters. Applicant agrees that baby-walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items will not be used for children in care and are kept inaccessible. The following was thoroughly discussed with the Applicant Applicant was made aware of The Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) that is administered from within the Community Care Licensing Division. CCAP participates in many community activities and special projects in order to disseminate information on the State\342\200\231s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on child care licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. CCAP\342\200\231s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541. Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov Upon receipt by the licensee, licensees are to provide to parents/guardians the following: Copies of any licensing reports that document a Type A citation- this includes facility visits and substantiated complaint investigations; copy of licensing documents pertaining to a conference conducted by a local licensing agency management representative and the licensee of this family child care home in which issues of noncompliance are discussed or copies of a summary of an accusation indicating the Department's intent to revoke the facility's license. Copies of any of the above licensing documents the licensee has received in the prior 12 months shall be provided to parents/guardians of newly enrolled child at the facility. (AB) 633 Applicant was advised that regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence licensed as a family child care home during the hours of operation. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be services annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries should be replaced. Pg. 3 of 6 A current roster of children enrolled must be maintained and available. 1596.841 Applicant was reminded to report any unusual incidents or injuries to the Child Care Regional Office by telephone within 24 hours and in writing within 7 days. Applicant was reminded that all infants must be placed on their backs when sleeping to prevent S.I.D.S. (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) and that the Provider is required to wash hands after every diaper change and to never shake a baby to prevent the Shaken Baby Syndrome . Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials 19-02 CCP Safe Sleep Awareness Campaign 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 was reminded that only children eating may be in highchairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation. Applicant was made aware that state law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category. 1596.846(b)(c) 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. Applicant is aware that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if they provide any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . Pg. 4 of 6 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, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5-days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30-days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Because the Applicant rents/leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC 9151) that the Applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. The Applicant has also obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149). The California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s 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. LPA reviewed with applicant the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant. AB 1207 : Beginning on January 1, 2018, this law requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Website: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/ http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/ Senate Bill 792 : this bill, commencing September 1, 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a child care facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA discussed the influenza waiver during the visit. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process . Pg. 5 of 6 Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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. 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 platforms. 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. During today\342\200\231s visit, the LPA requested that the applicant complete the following corrections and submit proof to CCL. Failure to provide the required corrections may delay the application process. Secure the three (3) dressers located in the dining room to the wall. Provide a user manual for the children\342\200\231s carousel/merry-go-round that includes operational instructions and age-appropriateness guidelines. The Department will also discuss this internally to determine whether the carousel/merry-go-round meets safety guidelines for children in care. An exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Applicant / Arusyak Bakhshyan. A copy of this report was provided to the Applicant. Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager. Pg. 6 of 6