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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197404390
Report Date: 02/15/2024
Date Signed: 02/15/2024 03:54:52 PM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551



FACILITY NAME:AVAKIAN FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197404390
ADMINISTRATOR:AVAKIAN, JACKLINFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(661) 993-2798
CITY:NEWHALLSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91321
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 6DATE:
02/15/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:00 PM
MET WITH:Jacklin AvakianTIME COMPLETED:
03:55 PM
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On 02/15/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Isabel Ortega conducted an unannounced annual inspection. The LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry by Licensee who guided the LPA on a tour of the home. Upon entry to the home LPA observed six children in care and two staff providing care and supervision.

This is a two-story family with an attached garage. There is a living room, dining room, kitchen, four bedrooms, three restrooms and a back yard. Main care is provided in the living room referred to as the play area and Room 4 is available for infant napping playpens observed. There is a fire place in the home kept inaccessible to children in care. The off-limits areas are the entire second floor with three bedrooms (child safety gate observed), the attached garage and two restrooms. According to Licensee there are no weapons nor firearms in the home.



Licensee provides breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and after snack and dinner as needed.

The operational childcare hours are Monday through Sunday Varied up to 23 hours depending on family’s need.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/15/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551


FACILITY NAME: AVAKIAN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197404390

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/15/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102418(g)
(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, Section 6070, and shall maintain such documentation for as long as the child is enrolled.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation,interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above two child files did not have the child's immunization records inwhich poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/15/2024
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Licensee will contact parents and request immunization records for children and mail, email a copy to the Palmdale Regional office by date specified
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Section Cited
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(A) Staff shall place infants up to 12-months of age on their backs for sleeping. (4) Infants with an Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20)] that have Section C of the form completed and signed by an authorized representative shall be placed on their back when first laid down to sleep. In the event the infant changes position, the infant may remain in the alternative position. (a) Upon staff observation that the infant is capable of rolling from their back to their stomach and stomach to their back, the provider shall fill out Section D of the Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20), notify the authorized representative, and obtain the authorized representative's signature on the individual sleeping plan no later than the next business day following observation.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above infant under one year of age did not have the LIC9227 completed by parent nor Licensee in which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/15/2024
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Licensee will provide parent the LIC9227 and submit completed copy to the Palmdale Regional center by email, or text by the date indicated above.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/15/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: AVAKIAN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197404390
VISIT DATE: 02/15/2024
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The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children. Knives, medication, cleaning supplies and chemicals are kept inaccessible to children.

There are educational age-appropriate toys and equipment on the premises.

The First Aid kit with a temperature thermometer was observed and complete. The required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is reading in green and serviced yearly. Smoke and carbon monoxide detector and found to be in operating condition according to the Fire Marshal standards. Fire and disaster drills are conducted every six-month. Last drill was recorded on 08/20/2023 at 5:00 p.m.

Licensee had all the required posted documents: Facility License (LIC 203, Notice of Parent's Rights Poster (PUB 394), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A), and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148).

The licensee maintains proof of immunization against pertussis (TDAP), measles (MMR), and influenza.



Licensee provided a valid CPR/First Aid pediatric training certificate and does not expire until 02/10/2026. Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter training (AB1207) is required to be renewed every two-years. Licensee provided Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter (AB1207) training certificate dated 02/17/2023.

Licensee's facility child roster is current and maintained up to date.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: AVAKIAN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197404390
VISIT DATE: 02/15/2024
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The following were discussed: No smoking, infant walkers, Johnny jumpers, exersaucers and any other item that falls into that category are permitted in the facility. The LPA also discussed earthquake safety and necessity of drills, required forms for children’s files, facility files and posting requirements and penalty.

The licensee is aware all adults living in or having access to the home are required to have fingerprint clearances with Department of Justice, FBI and Child Abuse Index prior to having contact with children. If the aforementioned is not adhered to, a Civil Penalty of up to $500, per non-cleared adult will be assessed immediately. Please advise your analysis of any person who will be visiting regularly or for longer than one week.

The Licensee was reminded to report Unusual Incidents. A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. Licensee was informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report form LIC624B when submitting the report to the department.

The following was also discussed with the licensee:



1. The following items are zero tolerance by Licensing: Refused Entry to a Facility or Any Part of a Facility is a violation of Section 1596.852, 1596.853 or 1597.09. Regulations 101238 (g) (2), The Presence of an Excluded Individual, Fire Clearance Violations, Accessible Bodies of Water, Accessible Firearms, Ammunition or Both
2. Pediatric First Aid and CPR: American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) approved in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be present. Certification must be renewed every two years.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: AVAKIAN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197404390
VISIT DATE: 02/15/2024
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3. Licensee was informed that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com

4. In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present, supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current Pediatric first aid/ CPR-adult-child- infant certification (EMSA approved), a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license, immunization's (MMR, TDAP, TB and Influenza or Influenza declination), AB 1207 Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Certificate.

5. A current roster of children enrolled must be available and maintained for a period of 3 years, even after children are no longer attending the facility.

6. Annual fees must be paid promptly and by the due date or a late fee shall be assessed and/or the license shall be evaluated.

7. The fire extinguisher type 2A-10BC must be serviced annually or as often as necessary and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be checked, and batteries replaced as needed.

8. Changes should be reported to the Department as soon as they occur such as construction, remodeling, telephone number changes and/or if you move from your home.

9. Any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported to the Department within 24 hours via telephone and within seven (7) days in writing (refer to LIC 624B).
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: AVAKIAN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197404390
VISIT DATE: 02/15/2024
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10. Fire and safety drills must be performed every six (6) months and documented for review by the Department.

11. Smoking is prohibited in the family childcare home.



12. Children and staff records must be maintained and updated as needed and be available for review by the Department. A type B will be issued today two children enrolled under the age of 2 years did not have the immunization record on file.

13. Immunization Requirement: 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 licensee and all adults working with children have proof of immunization.

14. Inspection Authority: All adults living and working in the home shall be made of aware of the Department’s right to inspection the home, which includes, but is not limited to the right to enter the home when children are being cared for, interview children and adults and review documentation.



15. The facility license number must be on all advertisements, publications, or announcements with the intent to attract clients.

16. Isolation for ill children: When a child is ill, he/she shall be separated from other children (reference 102417(e) Operation of a Family Child Care Home).

17. Liability Insurance was discussed; LPA advised applicant to review Title 22 Regulation 102417(m)(1) for additional information.

18. Dog(s) and/or pets are recommended to be isolated from children in care.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: AVAKIAN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197404390
VISIT DATE: 02/15/2024
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19. No baby bouncers, no infant walkers, no Johnny jumpers, no saucer chairs, and any other item that falls into this category is not permitted in the facility.

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.

Safe Sleep regulations (under 24 months) were discussed with Licensee and referred to the CCL web site for additional information and PINS. Infants under 2 years of age shall have the 15-minute checks logs completed during nap time. All infants under one year of age shall have the LIC9227 sleep plan completed by parent until infant master’s developmental stage of rolling over on their own. 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 licensees 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. A type B citation was issued LIC9227 was not completed by parent nor licensee for infants under one year of age.

New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: AVAKIAN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197404390
VISIT DATE: 02/15/2024
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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/.

MyChildCarePlan.org-Family Child Care Homes 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.

Megan’s Law - Family Child Care Homes During the exit interview, according to licensee there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Child Care Advocates:

To sign up for our Quarterly Updates please email the Child Care Advocates at chilcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov & (916) 654-154.


The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot line at 1-800-540-4000.

The facility was not found to be in compliance per Title 22 regulations, two deficiencies will be cited today. Also, advisories were provided as a form of prevention. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this Report, a Notice of Site visit and Appeal rights were provided and discussed with licensee. All licensing reports are recommended to keep for 3 years, and the Notice of Site visit is to be posted visible to parents for 30 days.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Lady KingTELEPHONE: (310) 568-1824
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel OrtegaTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3786
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/15/2024
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