Inspector’s narrative
What the inspector wrote
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mel Matos met with Zhanna Atabekova, Applicant, to conduct an announced prelicensing inspection at 709 Santa Rita St, Sunnyvale CA 94085. LPA was granted access to the home by the Applicant. Applicant and Aray Sabyrzhan, Applicant's daughter in law, were the adults present in the home during today's inspection. The Applicant is the only adult residing in the home. Applicant's son, Olzhas Aitbekov, and daughter in law, Aray Sabyrzhan, are listed on the lease of the home, but are currently not residing there (fingerprint & TB clearances for both on file). There are no minor children residing in the home.
Days and hours of operation will be Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Applicant completed her Preventative Health and Safety Training on 01/18/2024 and a copy of the certification is on file. Applicant's CPR and First Aid certifications are current and expire on 01/22/2026. Applicant completed the Mandated Reporter Training for Child Care Workers on 04/02/2024 and a copy of the certification is on file. A copy of current TB test, Mmr, Tdap, and flu vaccinations for the Applicant are on file. Because the Applicant rents/leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC 9151) that the Applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. Applicant obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149). Copies of both documents are on file. Applicant provided proof of control of property to the Department prior to today’s inspection and a copy of the lease agreement is on file. Applicant does not have liability insurance at this time and will issue Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance for Family Child Care Home (LIC 282) to all enrolling families unless she obtains liability insurance in the future.
LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home with the Applicant during today's inspection. There are no stairs and wall heater units inside the home. Off limit areas inside the home: Bedroom 3, one bathroom (adjacent to bedroom 3), two locked kitchen sink cabinet doors, barricaded fireplace unit (located in the living room area), and attached garage, which includes laundry room/work room. Off limit areas outside the home: front yard, barricaded air conditioner unit (located in the backyard), left/right side sections of the backyard, and right back portion of the backyard.
The home is clean, orderly, including heating, cooling, and ventilation, for safety & comfort. The Applicant has a valid phone in the home (#831-224-6603). There is sufficient toys, supplies, and equipment for the day care children both indoors/outdoors.
LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher (3A40BC), working smoke & carbon monoxide detectors, no bodies of water, and fenced backyard. Applicant states that she does not have any pets or weapons/ammunition in the home.
Cleaning Products, toxic agents, medications, and sharp objects were inaccessible to children. Applicant states that any poisons are stored in the locked storage area on the left side section of the backyard. LPA reminded Applicant that smoking, baby walkers, and similar items are not allowed in Family Child Care Homes. Applicant states that a child will be isolated in the one of the bedrooms if necessary due to illness or communicable disease. Applicant has a First Aid kit with a touchless thermometer in the home.
Forms of discipline to be used by Applicant: talking to children & redirection. Applicant understands that children's personal rights should not be violated; including no corporal punishment. isolation of sick children, supervision of children, capacity options, transportation of children, requirements for reporting suspected child abuse, unusual incidents/injuries, heat related illnesses, and requirements for assistant/substitute were also discussed. LPA informed the Applicant that fire/disaster drills must be practiced at least once every 6 months and documented.
Applicant states that she will not administer any medication to the children at this time. 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
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Zhanna Atabekova, 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.
LPA reviewed with Zhanna Atabekova, Applicant, the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children’s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Prelicensing Entrance Checklist – Family Child Care Homes (LIC 9280) was provided to the Applicant.
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Zhanna Atabekova, Applicant, 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 [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, 02/05/2024, the California Attorney General - Megan’s 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.
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.
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.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Applicant, Zhanna Atabekova. LPA advised the Applicant that a small Family Child Care Home license is approved today, May 2, 2024. A copy of her license will be mailed to her within 1-2 weeks.