Pre-licensing visit·April 18, 2024

On 4/18/24 at 12:05 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Renita Rodriguez, conducted an announced Prelicensing Inspection. LPA was greeted at the front door by applicant, Maryam Torabi. Also present in the home was applicant spouse Merdad Karkudi. LPA was granted entry after showing badge and identifying herself and disclosing the purpose of her visit. The two- story home was toured and inspected for compliance. Applicant is using the following areas for daycare: Living room daycare 1, living room daycare 2, kitchen, and \302\275 bathroom which are all located on the first floor of the home. The laundry room and garage located on the first floor is off limits. The entire 2 nd story of the home is off limits. The 2 nd story consists of master bedroom, master bathroom, bathroom and 3 bedrooms. The stairs leading to the second floor is inaccessible with a security gate. The children are provided a safe, healthful, and comfortable environment, furnishings, and equipment. Maryam Torabi provided proof of control of property. Applicant states that they have sufficient financial resources to sustain the license. LPA tested the dual smoke alarm and carbon monoxide in the living room daycare 1, which is operational. There is a fire extinguisher size 2A10BC in living room daycare 2 that meets regulations. LPA did not observe, and applicant stated there are no bodies of water in the home. Applicant stated there are no weapons or ammunition stored on the premises and LPA did not observe any. The fireplace has been made inaccessible. There is central a/c and heating in the home. Storage for poisons, detergents, cleaning solutions, medications are out of reach, in off limit areas, and inaccessible to children by latches and doorknob covers. There are sufficient toys and equipment available. Outdoor play area will take place in the backyard. Applicant is reminded constant supervision is required. The home is kept clean and orderly with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Pediatric CPR and First Aid card will expire 2/3/2026. Mandated Reporter Training completed 3/7/24. Applicant is using cell phone to meet requirements. Required documents are posted. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep web page at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/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. On this date, 4/18/24, 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. All adults listed as living in the home have received criminal background clearances. 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. 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 . 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-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. 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. LPA Renita Rodriguez reviewed with Maryam Torabi the new provider packet which included 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. LPA also provided information on child abuse and unusual incident reporting. Applicant was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, walkers, exersaucers, jumpers and bouncy seats are not allowed in day care. All equipment that is used should be used only as intended by the manufacturer. 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 has not obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149), but states will provide the consent prior to LPA licensing in order to be licensed for 14 children. The applicant has not obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC9149). Without this consent, the applicant understands that, once licensed, they can operate with a maximum capacity of 12 children. If property owner/landlord consent is obtained, then the license for 14 children will be granted. The following corrections are required prior to receiving a license: \302\267 Door leading to laundry room will need to be made inaccessible. \302\267 Door leading to garage will need to be made inaccessible. Applicant agreed to comply with all regulations and laws governing family child-care homes. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant Maryam Torabi.