Pre-licensing visit·October 20, 2025

On 10/20/2025 at 9:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shannan Williams conducted an announced pre-licensing inspection for a change of location with the Licensee, Arzoo Amin. The purpose of the inspection is to ensure that the home complies with standards established in CCR, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, for Family Child Care Homes. This two-story single-family home has 4-bedrooms and 3-baths and was toured and inspected to ensure the environment is safe for the care and supervision of children. Per the applicant, operation hours will be Monday through Friday, 5:00 PM- 12:00 AM and Saturday and Sunday 5AM-12AM. Care and supervision will be provided to children ages 0 months to 14 years old. All areas on Facility Sketch LIC999 were inspected. Based on the Facility Sketch LIC999 submitted, areas off-limits to children and parents are as follows: Applicant has designated the entire second floor consisting of 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and the garage as off-limit areas to children in care. There are child-proof locks on each of the doors and gates to make these areas inaccessible to children in care. Areas Designated for Day Care Activities : The applicant has designated the Living Room, Dining Room, Bathroom #1 and Kitchen as the day care areas. Areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone or cell phone service, ventilation, and heating. The children\342\200\231s bathroom was observed to be safe. There are no cabinets in the bathroom designated for children-in-care. LPA Williams observed detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, sharp objects, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children are made inaccessible to children through latches, locks, and /or placed up on high surfaces. The applicant was advised that any poison must be locked with a key or combination lock. The applicant stated that there are no weapons or firearms in the house. The LPA informed the applicant that when firearms are present, they must be locked and stored separately from the ammunition per CCR 102417(g)(4)(C). The pressure gauge on the 2A-10BC fire extinguisher(s) indicates fully charged, as indicated on the service tag observed. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors meet requirements and are operable. The fire extinguisher be serviced annually or as often as necessary. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed. OUTDOOR PLAY AREA: Outdoor play activities will be conducted in back yard and in the community parks. The Licensee stated that she understands that there must be direct supervision at all times at the parks within the community and that the children must play on age-appropriate equipment. There are safe toys, play equipment, and materials for children. There are no bodies of water on the premises. The applicant stated she will provide food for the children. The applicant was informed that if children bring food from home, the children\342\200\231s names must be labeled on their lunch bags and refrigerated/stored properly. Per the applicant, children will nap in the daycare room. Children will nap on cots/mats and infants in cribs/play yards. The licensee understands that there shall be one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. A records review indicates the applicant completed the required Health and Safety Training with Nutrition and Lead Poisoning components. The applicant has a current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification that expires on 8/4/2026. A first aid kit is available at the facility. In the absence of the licensee, a qualified adult must be present to supervise the children. A qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, Pertussis, Measles, TB clearance, and Influenza and valid criminal record clearance that is associated with the licensed facility. Annual fees must be paid by the due date, or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the License may be terminated. Reporting Requirements : 1. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur, such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes, and/or moving out from your home. 2. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing. Each family childcare home must conduct fire drills and disaster drills at least once every six months. The licensee must document the date and time of each drill. This documentation must be kept at the facility for review by the Department. No smoking, No Walkers, No Bouncer Seats, No Johnny jumpers, No saucer chairs: any other items that fall into that category are prohibited in the facility. Inspection Authority: All adults living and working in the home shall be made aware of the Department\342\200\231s right to inspection authority, which includes but is not limited to the right to enter the house when children are being cared for, interview children and adults, and review documentation. Licensees must post each facility license number in all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent of attracting clients. H&S 1597.622 : Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. The applicant has submitted proof of immunizations. Health and Safety Code 1596.7995: Beginning January 1, 2018, all licensed providers, applicants, directors, and employees must complete training as specified on mandated reporter duties. Training is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com . The applicant has completed the required mandated reporter training. Recertification is required every two years. Criminal Record Clearance The 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. The applicant rents the home and provided proof of control of property. 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 . LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the 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, licensee, or 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. On this date, 10/16/2025 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. The applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Arzoo Amin. Appeal Rights were provided. Upon file review a small family childcare license for 6-8 children may be approved by the department. 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.