The children use the bathroom in the hallway, living room and dining room (main child care room), 1 bedroom, and some part of front yard which is separated by trees. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: 1 bedroom, kitchen, and laundry room. LPA did not observe any stairs in the home. During this inspection individuals who reside in the home were discussed and notes on Confidential Name List (LIC811) and attached to this report.

All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. At 12:10 p.m., Licensee took this LPA on a tour of the home. LPA was toured through the interior starting with the living room and dining room (daycare classrooms). There is a fireplace in the living room which has been blocked off to prevent access. LPA observed children tables, chairs, and toys in the living room and dining room. LPA observed 12 children were having lunch in the living room with licensee and her three assistants. LPA observed all electrical outlets were covered in the living room and dining room. Next LPA toured the daycare bedroom and observed children toys in the bedroom.

Next LPA toured the front yard fenced. Currently, children are using the front yard for outdoor play time. Per licensee, children line up and under supervision go to the front yard. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced by trees and covered by mesh and a gate. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA did not observe any objects that can pose a danger to children on the outdoor yard. The licensee states that supervision is always provided.

Per Licensee, at 12:50 pm there are no pets, weapons, firearms, pools, spas, hot tubs, fish ponds, or similar bodies of water on the premises.

The licensee was observed to be operating within the licensed capacity and is not exceeding the required limitations during this inspection. During this inspection there were 12 children present in the home with licensee and her three assistants. All adults present have obtained a criminal record clearance on Licensing Information System (LIS). Per licensee, currently she has 3 assistants. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 10/2026. Licensee, Ani Jaloyan completed required mandated reporter training on 09/17/24. There are first aid supplies available on the premises in the daycare classroom. LPA advised licensee that if a child shows signs of illness he/she/they shall be separated from other children.

All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 03/17/24. Licensee did not conduct fire drill every six months as it is required. Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted at the wall by the entrance.

LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, Trampolines and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. Per licensee, she does not provide transportation.

There is telephone service via a landline that is used and stays at the facility during operation hours. Per licensee she does not carry liability insurance or a bond in accordance with standard established by Family Child Care statue. Signed statements (LIC282) on 5 reviewed files.

INFANT CARE: Per licensee, she provides care to infants (0-24 months old). Licensee states that if an infant is enrolled, the infant will sleep in the daycare bedroom and living room where they are constantly supervised. Infants shall be checked on every 15 minutes and the time of each 15-minute check shall be documented with child’s name and date. The LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan shall be completed for each infant up to 12 months of age. A copy of the LIC 9227 was provided to Licensee.

SAFE SLEEP: LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee, and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforescources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resoucrces/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 http://www/cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Boppy recall: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/The-Boppy-Company-Recalls-Over-3-Million-Original-Newborn-Loungers-Boppy-Preferred-Newborn-Loungers-and-Pottery-Barn-Kids-Boppy-Newborn-Loungers-After-8-Infant-Deaths-Suffocation-Risk

The following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809 (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

Licensee, Ani Jaloyan 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.