Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
On 4/11/2025 at 2:05PM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis Gomez met with Licensee, Alexandra Atlanova. The purpose of today\342\200\231s inspection was explained and was for an Announced; prelicensing inspection for change of location. Licensee's previous license number is #414005071. Present was the licensee and 1 child. Per licensee, school-age child present is her daughter. The licensee\342\200\231s home is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3 level house. Licensee has submitted control of property to the Department. Per licensee, days and hours of operations are: Monday- Friday, 8:00AM- 6:00PM. Area of the home designated for childcare are:
Middle Level:
Living Room (Playroom); Dining Area (Seating Area);
Lower Level:
Family Room (Napping Area); Bedroom #1 (Activity Room); Bathroom #1; and Backyard. The areas designated as off-limit are: Entire Upper Level: Bedrooms #2, #3, #4, Bathrooms #2, #3, balcony; Middle Level: Kitchen; Lower Level: Garage and Laundry Room. LPA inspected home inside and outside with licensee for health and safety hazards.
At 2:10PM., the following was observed: Home was clean, neat, with a variety of age-appropriate playthings available. The floor and ground surfaces were clear of any obstructions or hazards. Furniture and materials inspected were in like-new condition. Facility has tables and chairs, scaled to the proper size. Bathroom #1 was clean with fixtures in operating condition. Child safety gates have been installed preventing access to the staircase. Fireplace had been barricaded and the storage cubbies have been anchored.
In napping area, LPA observed diaper changing table available. Detergents, cleaning compounds and items which can pose a hazard have been made inaccessible. Home has ventilation, lighting, and was a comfortable temperature.
For scheduled nap services, LPA observed child-size beds stored in facility. Licensee\342\200\231s home has a functioning cell phone service' functioning smoke/ carbon monoxide combination detector; and fully charged fire extinguisher (3A:40BC).
At 2:20PM., LPA inspected the backyard area. Area was enclosed with playthings inspected in good repair. Home does not have pools, fishponds, spas, jacuzzi or any other bodies of water. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.)
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LPA and licensee reviewed the \342\200\230Records to Keep in Your Family Childcare Home\342\200\231 (LIC311D), which includes the Children's Forms/ Records; Facility Forms; and Information to be Posted.
Licensee\342\200\231s \342\200\230Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation / First Aid certification was current, expiring on: 3/2027.
Licensee\342\200\231s proof of mandated reporter training course (AB1207) was current, expiring on: 6/2025.
Required forms have been posted and include the Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610A); Notice of Parents Rights (PUB394); and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist.
Per licensee, she plans to provide snacks and meals for children in care. Per licensee, isolation of an ill child will be in playroom (living room).
Licensee has submitted the LIC9149, Landlord approval form, allowing for a total capacity of 14 children.
Licensee was informed that the Department must be notified prior to the use of designated off-limits areas. LPA and the licensee discussed licensing regulations and the capacity requirements. Any children under 10 years of age will be counted in the capacity. Licensee was advised that all food containers brought from home must be properly stored and labeled. Licensee understands the required emergency disaster drills are to be conducted and documented every six months. Licensee understands that the use baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers or any similar items are not to be used for children in care. All smoking is prohibited inside a Family Childcare Home.
Licensee was informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a childcare facility, unless he or she has been immunized for influenza, pertussis and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety Code 1596.7995 and 1597.662.
Licensee was informed that all adults 18 years and over, living or working in the home, including employee and volunteers, must obtain criminal 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/ per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.(REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.)
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep Web page at:
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesource/child-care-licesning/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource. LPAs informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on United States consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at
http://www.cpsc.gov/
and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed with licensee. For IMS information, please see PIN 20-02-CCP. When an IMS is provided, a plan for 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- 0382 (TTY) and link to publications: 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 communication platform.
To receive important licensed- related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD important information website at
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/infosource/community-care-licensing/subscribe
and select the child care option to receive email communication.
During inspection, Licensee submitted the: LIC9217 and LIC9108.
Prior to recommendation for approval of change of location, licensee must submit the following:
-Fire Clearance Approval (STD850)
-Install padding covering on furniture with exposed sharp corners
-Make hazardous plants in backyard area inaccessible
-Remove cinder blocks and bricks piles from backyard area
-Install safety locks on windows in playroom and seating area
-Additional review by department management
Exit interview and report was conducted with Licensee, Alexandra Atlanova and copy of this report was provided. This report will be kept in the facility file and made available for public review upon request. Desk Duty is available Monday- Friday between 8:00AM \342\200\223 5:00PM at (650) 266 -8800.