Facility-requested visit·July 13, 2023

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Stacy Torrence and Aiddee Nunez conducted a case management inspection, in response to licensee’s request for a capacity increase. LPAs met with licensee Margarita Amininejad who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. During today’s inspection, Licensee’s assistant Angelica Jurado was also present. LPAs observed five children in the designated daycare area. The facility was within licensed capacity and the required ratio. Licensee stated there is currently three adults and one minor child 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. This is a three-story home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, living room, family room, kitchen, nook, front yard (not fenced), back yard (fenced), and garage. There are two set of stairs in the home, one set leading to the 2 nd and 3 rd floor, and the second set leading to the family room, barricaded by child proof gates. The licensee acknowledged the children may never enter the off-limit areas during operation hours. Control of property was verified by LPA during today’s 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. The licensee was informed and understands the home is to be free from smoking during hours of operation. The facility has two fireplaces, which are located in the living room and family room. During today’s inspection, LPA observed the fireplaces barricaded by glass doors, ensuring they are inaccessible to children in care. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. Poisons/Hazardous items are not stored on site, and none were observed. There are no bodies of water. 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. 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. Page 2 During today's inspection, the smoke detector and carbon monoxide were operable, and the fire extinguisher was charged. Outdoor play activities will be conducted in the backyard, which is appropriately fenced. LPAs observed play equipment to be safe and free of hazards. Licensee uses a portion of the backyard for children's outdoor activities. Per licensee, she provides food for the children. LPAs reminded licensee, that if food is not provided and food is brought from the children’s homes; container shall be labeled with child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Per licensee, children nap, in the family room. Per licensee, she uses a changing table to change the infants. LPAs reminded licensee, that while changing an infant’s diaper to visually observe the infant, to ensure the infant is safe. Per licensee, all children will nap in the one bedroom. Licensee stated parents provide linen and blanket for the children. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training were current. EMSA approved Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid were current for licensee and assistant, which expires on 04/25 and 01/25 respectively. The licensee has a current roster of children in care. During this inspection, LPA reviewed five children’s records and they were in compliance. The licensee has a current disaster drill log. LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.ccld.ca.gov 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. Page 3 Licensee 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 Family 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. Fire clearance granted on 06/20/2023. During todays’ 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 licensee. 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. Licensee was informed that the “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted for 30 consecutive days. The “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted on or adjacent to the door. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.00.