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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 157700137
Report Date: 03/18/2025
Date Signed: 03/18/2025 11:41:17 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/18/2025 11:41 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME:	AYALA CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	157700137
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:			FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:
CITY:		STATE:	ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	03/18/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	ANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	10:03 AM
MET WITH:	Elia Ayala Cardenas, Applicant		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	12:05 PM

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On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mayra Rivera conducted an announced pre licensing inspection and met with applicant Elia Ayala who granted access and guided LPA Rivera on a tour of the facility. The applicant is requesting a small family childcare license.

Family members residing in the home has been discussed with applicant and are cleared. Operating hours will be Monday to Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and care for children ages 0 to 13.

This facility is a two-story home that consists of 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room, laundry room, bonus room (daycare) and front and backyard fenced.

Areas off limits to children include- All second floor, living room, kitchen, and dining area.

Areas accessible to children include- the bonus room (daycare) and half bathroom located next to the daycare area.

LPA Rivera inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone). For ventilation, LPA Rivera observed a split type air conditioner/heater unit. LPA observed the furniture, children’s materials, to be in good condition and age appropriate. LPA observed cots, and a crib to have a mattress with a fitted sheet and free from bumper pads, pillows, blankets, and hanging items.

LPA Rivera observed cleaning compounds items stored underneath kitchen sink cabinet with a childproof lock in place making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA did observe knives and sharp objects to be stored in kitchen top cabinet making it inaccessible to children to reach. LPA observed the electric outlets to have covers. For water drinking, applicant stated will provide water bottles and filtered water. Applicant stated she will be providing the meals for the children. LPA informed applicant food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra Rivera
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2025

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 CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: AYALA CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 157700137
	VISIT DATE: 03/18/2025

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LPA Rivera entered the restroom and observed the toilet, hand washing sink, hand soap and LPA observed the bottom sink cabinet closed and with a child proof lock. LPA reminded applicant any personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children.

LPA Rivera asked applicant if there are any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Applicant stated she has two fishes, no poisons and no bodies of water, no firearms, and no weapons. LPA did not observe the fishes, poisons, firearms, weapons, nor bodies of water. Applicant was advised that if any poisons (ex; drano, rat poison or items that fall into that category), firearms and weapons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock and firearm and ammunition must be stored separately.

LPA Rivera observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the daycare room with the valve on the green area indicating fully charged. LPA observed the purchased receipt dated 1/26/25. LPA observed a dual carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm located in the daycare room. LPA tested the dual carbon monoxide and smoke alarm. LPA Rivera heard the sound and it ise operable. For ill isolation, applicant stated a corner of the daycare room will be utilized.

Applicant stated, no outdoor play due to backyard is in the process of growing out the grass. Once the backyard is ready, applicant will notify LPA.

LPA observed applicant Elia Ayala Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification dated 5/25/24, and Health and Safety certification dated 6/15/24 and applicant has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. The applicant has completed the mandated reporter training dated 7/3/24

Applicant stated she plans to care for infants 0-24 months old. LPA informed applicant of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months and 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months. LPA provided the LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan and Safe Sleep Log form.

During the inspection, LPA Rivera did not observe the required postings, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, LIC 999 Facility sketch, and child car seat law poster. LPA informed applicant, the required posting need to be posted in the area where parents can view the information.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra Rivera
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2025

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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 CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: AYALA CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 157700137
	VISIT DATE: 03/18/2025

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The following was also discussed with the applicant:

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.

3. Applicant 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 80/20 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 terminated

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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra Rivera
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2025

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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 CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: AYALA CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 157700137
	VISIT DATE: 03/18/2025

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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). Mandated reporter requirements were reviewed and explained.

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.

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 immunizations.

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.

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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra Rivera
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2025

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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 CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: AYALA CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 157700137
	VISIT DATE: 03/18/2025

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Applicant Elia Ayala 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.

The applicant Elia Ayala provided proof of control of property.

This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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

LPA Rivera reviewed with applicant Elia Ayala , 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. LPA Rivera explained in detailed to applicant Elia Ayala LIC 9221 Parent Consent for Administration of Medications and medication chart, LIC 9040 Child Care Facility Roster, LIC 624 Unusual Incident Report, LIC 9227 Individual Infant Sleeping Plan, Safe sleep practices, safe sleep log, the California Car Seat Law Changes (effective February 2018), Effects of Lead Exposure, Shaken Baby Syndrome, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant Elia Ayala 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 Elia Ayala 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra Rivera
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2025

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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 CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: AYALA CARDENAS FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 157700137
	VISIT DATE: 03/18/2025

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On this date, 7/10/24, 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 Elia Ayala 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.

Subscribe to CCLD important information - Family Child Care Homes: 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 applicant Elia Ayala.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mayra Rivera
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/18/2025

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2025

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