Routine inspection·March 23, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stacy Torrence conducted an onsite inspection for an Annual and in response to licensee\342\200\231s request for a capacity increase. LPA met with licensee Maryam Arjomand, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. During today\342\200\231s inspection, Licensee\342\200\231s Assistant Parinaz Din Parvar was also present. LPA observed five children in the designated daycare area. The facility was within licensed capacity and the required ratio. Licensee stated there are currently two adults and two minor children living in the home. Licensee stated she is not currently registered with any Foster Care agency or holds a foster parent license. Licensee was reminded if changes to notify the licensing office. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The facility is a 2-story home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room, laundry room, back yard (fenced), and garage. Applicant has designated the living room, .5 bathroom, and back yard, as part of her day-care. Licensee has designated the entire 2 nd floor, kitchen, garage, as the off-limit areas. Licensee has a child proof safety gate at the bottom of the stairs leading to the 2 nd floor, ensuring the areas are inaccessible to children in care. Licensee has also placed child proof safety gates at both entrances of the kitchen. The licensee acknowledged the children may never enter the off-limit areas, during operation hours. Control of property was verified by LPA during today\342\200\231s inspection. The licensee has a cell phone that is used for childcare. The licensee was informed if a cell phone is used for childcare, it must remain on the premises at all times during hours of operation. Licensee was informed and understands the home is to be free from smoking during hours of operation. Page 2 The facility does not have a fireplace. During the inspection of the indoor activity space, items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are not kept on the premises. There is a small water fountain located in the backyard, completed covered with a wooden board and artificial grass. The toys are age appropriate and in good condition for the potential ages served. Baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items will not be used for children in care and LPA did not observe any. The licensee stated there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. When firearms are present, they must be locked and stored separately from the ammunition. During today's inspection, the smoke detector and carbon monoxide were operable, and the fire extinguisher was charged. Licensee uses the back yard for children's outdoor activities. The back yard is appropriately fenced. LPA observed play equipment to be safe and free of hazards. Per licensee, she provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks for the children. LPA reminded licensee, that if food is not provided and food is brought from the children\342\200\231s homes; container shall be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee and assistant\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter Training is current. EMSA approved Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aide are current for the licensee and assistant and expires on 01/23 and 10/24 respectively. Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 5 children's files were reviewed. In the areas reviewed the children\342\200\231s files were found to be in full compliance. Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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. The facility representative was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov facility representative may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update from www.ccld.ca.gov and select Receive Important Updates link. Page 3 Information on the additional nutrition training, immunization requirements for children, and Health Schools Act ( http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/pestmgt/schoolipm.htm ) were provided. The facility representative was informed, and website given, about the California Child Care Disaster Plan has been posted to the UCSF California Childcare Health Program website: cchp.ucsf.edu/content/disaster-preparedness Also provided was information about the E-Learning Modules available at https://ccld.childcarevideos.org A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the facility representative. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with facility representative 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 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. Fire clearance granted on 03/14/2023. During todays\342\200\231 inspection, there were no deficiency cited and licensee was in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22 for operating a Family Child Care home. A new license for operating a Large Family Child Care Home shall be issued upon final review and if additional information is needed, licensee shall be contacted. An Inspection and exit interview were completed with facility representative. The report was reviewed and discussed. Appeal Rights was discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. End of Report The facility representative was informed that the \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The \342\200\234Notice of Site Visit\342\200\235 must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00. 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 .