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25 | On July 3, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kyrsten Williams conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with the Licensee, Masouda Nooristani. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30am – 9:30pm. Upon arrival, LPA observed three children in care with the licensee and her assistant. LPA reviewed facility's roster and Guardian system for criminal record clearances and observed the assistant, Sohaila Samadi, has not obtained a criminal record clearance.
The 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. Licensee stated the assistant will not return to the home until she has obtained criminal record clearance.
LPA conducted a health and safety inspection and observed that the facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair with ventilation. LPA observed the required documents were posted where visible to parents. The facility has equipment and toys safe for children. LPA observed that there were no hazardous items—such as cleaning compounds, medications, or sharp objects—accessible to children. The fire extinguisher appeared to be in working condition and accessible. LPA observed the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are functioning. The licensee stated there are no weapons or poisons on the premises. LPA observed a pool in the backyard, which meets Title 22 Regulations. Licensee acknowledges 100% supervision is required around bodies of water. Off-limit area includes son’s bedroom, master bedroom with bathroom, and garage.
LPA observed a current children's roster and fire drill log. LPA reviewed children’s files and observed that all the required documentation was present in each child's file. LPA reviewed staff and facility files and observed the required documentation.
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