Routine inspection·July 22, 2025

On July 22, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Leong conducted an unannounced annual visit. LPA met with Licensee Inna Kozhina (S1) and explained the purpose of the visit. S1 and her assistant (S2) were caring for fourteen children (eleven pre-k, two school-aged, and one infant) during today\342\200\231s visit. For today's visit, the facility is observed within capacity limits and ratios. LPA verified with the CDSS Background Check System that S1 and S2 have current criminal record clearances and are in eligible status. The facility license, Notifications of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were displayed on the bulletin board. The last emergency disaster drill was conducted on July 11, 2025, and documented in the facility log. Previous drills confirmed they had been conducted monthly. Childcare areas include the entire lower level, which features two bedrooms, one bathroom, a living room, and a backyard. Off-limits areas include the entire upper level and the garage. The licensee understands that off-limits areas may not be used for childcare during business hours. The home was clean, hazard-free, and well-ventilated. Safety equipment on-site included a smoke detector, a carbon monoxide detector, a fully charged fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit. Hazardous materials and chemicals were inaccessible to children, and the bathroom was clean and well-maintained. See Page 2 Page 2 The daycare provides age-appropriate toys, furniture, and learning materials. The daycare is equipped with a child safety gate at the backyard stairs and outlet covers for all electrical outlets. The licensee confirmed that there are no firearms or weapons on the premises. The backyard is surrounded by a fence and free of debris. Outdoor play equipment is available for children to use and is in good condition. LPA did not find any pools, spas, or other bodies of water on the property. The facility provides snacks and lunch for its children. According to S1, none of the children require medication or have EPI Pens on site. LPA observed that napping equipment and bedding were available for the children. Playards and cots were used for the children in care. Sheets and blankets were available and cleaned weekly or as needed by the facility. LPA observed that C1 was alone in a room, sleeping in a stroller, with the door closed. Therefore, the facility will receive two deficiencies. LPA reviewed five children's records and found that all five did not have Form LIC 700, as five of the children's files were missing their parents' signatures. Therefore, the facility will receive a technical violation. One infant's sleep logs were reviewed and found to be complete, which included the dates and signatures from the staff. LPA reviewed two staff records and found all required licensing forms were in their files, with valid Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Mandated Reporter Training certificates. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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. See Page 3 Page 3 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee 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. Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; 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. During the exit interview, the licensee, Inna Kozhina, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process . TECHNICAL VIOLATION: Violations of the Health and Safety Code (HSC), regulations (CCR), or interim licensing standards (ILS) that do not pose a health, safety or personal rights risk. Please refer to LIC 809D for today\342\200\231s deficiencies. Appeal Rights were given to the licensee. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Inna Kozhina.