Routine inspection·September 8, 2021

On 9/8/21 at 8:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Adrian Mangina conducted an unannounced Annual inspection with the Licensee. Upon arrival, LPA met with Licensees, Maryam Hoseini and Gholami Gholami. The one-story four bedroom three bathroom home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. Also present in the home was adult daughter Zahra Gholami who provided translation until 9:44 AM when LPA called language link and interpreter #13224 Yeganeh, began translation Also in the home were licensee\342\200\231s own two minor children. Adult daughter Zahra Gholami returned to the facility at 9:58 AM to resume translation. There were no children in care during the visit. Proper supervision and ratios were observed. The 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in off limits playroom, the carbon monoxide detector located in the dining area and smoke detector located in the living room meet requirements and are operational. LPA observed that Licensees have finished part of the garage into living space, including a playroom and kitchen living/room. Licensees also removed a closet and built a kitchen and living room in what used to be the front bedroom. Licensees also built an outdoor room and installed a two and a half foot deep concrete pond/water feature. LPA observed a grill and rusty items in the unfenced front yard which leads to the home\342\200\231s entrance. The former front door is no longer used for children as it has been converted into a separate living space for Licensee\342\200\231s son, Alireza Gholami. LPA observed that the backyard is accessible to children and contains several unlocked sheds that store gardening supplies, tools and other dangerous items. Licensee also observed windows leaning against a fence. Licensee stated that children do not go into back yard, though it is listed as play space for the children on the facility map. Licensee was reminded that in order to make the backyard off limits it needs to be made inaccessible to children through the use of latches, locks or gates. Licensees advised that they must report within 10 days any changes to the physical space inside and outside the home. Licensee was advised to remove the dangerous items in the front and back yards to off limits areas. Licensee advised that they must cover the pool such that a child will not fall in and to make the unpermitted outdoor structure inaccessible to children as it is elevated and has no (continued on LIC809 page 2) (LIC809 page 2) walls. Licensee Gholami stated that all the construction occurred in the past one to two years. Licensee states that he did not inform Licensing of the work being done. Licensees say they do not have a roster available for LPA to review. Licensee states that the work was permitted but they could not produce the permits. Licensee Gholami states that the newly created \342\200\234playroom\342\200\235 is not used for children, but the space was not made inaccessible to children. LPA reminded Licensees that the according to fire clearance, the former garage area, now called playroom, cannot be used for the child care. Licensee will review with manager whether a new fire clearance is needed. LPA reminded that all off limits rooms must be made off limits through the use of latches, locks or gates. LPA observed that the big living room was left unlocked which made that room and two bedrooms and a bathroom accessible to children. Licensee locked the door while LPA was present. LPA observed chemicals under kitchen sink and a previously unreported laundry room off kitchen that had soaps and detergents on an open shelf which were removed while LPA was present. Licensee reminded that all items marked \342\200\234keep out of reach of children\342\200\235 must be kept in inaccessible areas of the home. Licensee states that there are no weapons in the home. 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 clearances or exemptions. Licensee Maryam\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on June 30, 2022. Licensee Gholami\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on April 30, 2023. Mandated Reporter Training was waived due to both Licensee\342\200\231s first languages are not English. Licensee states that her last disaster drill was five months ago, but the Emergency Disaster drill log shows last disaster drill was 11/31/2019. Licensee reminded to conduct disaster drills every six months. Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. Areas used for child care include: living room, kitchen, dining area and bathroom #1. Off limits areas include: Big Living, Bedroom #1, bedroom #2, bedroom#3, bedroom#4, second kitchen, second living room, bathroom #2, bathroom #3 and are inaccessible through use of door locks and latches. There is There is a working phone at the facility. The licensee has sufficient safe age appropriate, toys and equipment available. Licensee now utilizes a neighborhood park for outdoor activities. LPA observed that Licensee did not have all required postings. LPA provided Licensees with a list of required postings. (continued on LIC809 page 3) Provider is hereby reminded of the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children\342\200\231s records according to regulation, post all required forms, ensure that all adults living or working in the home have criminal background clearances associated to the facility, corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers are not allowed in day care. All equipment that is used should be used only as intended by the manufacturer. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . LPA Mangina reviewed Covid-19 guidelines with Licensee and provided Covid-19 resources. LPA Mangina directed Licensee to website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing to receive important updates and information. Incidental Medical services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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)/ (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 . See LIC 809D for Deficiency(s) cited during visit. An exit interview was conducted with the Licensee. The Licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) along with a copy of this report (LIC 809). Upon receipt of this report, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents /guardian of children in care at the facility and to parent/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. Licensee to provide Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224) to the parent/guardian of for each child in care for signature acknowledging receipt of copy of this report. THIS REPORT MUST BE FILED IN FACILITY FILE AND MADE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW FOR 3 YEARS. Annual visit will have to be continued at a later time. Licensee were upset that LPA was giving citation and refused to sign the report.