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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197493049
Report Date: 01/12/2024
Date Signed: 01/12/2024 12:17:04 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/12/2024 12:17 PM - 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 CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:LOPEZ FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197493049
ADMINISTRATOR:LOPEZ, ALMAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(818) 292-5477
CITY:PACOIMASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91331
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 7DATE:
01/12/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Alma LopezTIME COMPLETED:
12:15 PM
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On 1/12/2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Isabel Ortega conducted an unannounced annual random 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 facility LPA observed seven children in care and two staff providing care and supervision.

This is a one-story single-family home. There is a living room, dining room, kitchen, four bedrooms, three restrooms, family room and back yard. Main care is provided in the family room referred to as the Child Care Play area. Licensee provides children with cots and cribs for infants during nap time. The children have access to the back yard for out door play which is enclosed. The off-limits areas are the four bedrooms, two restrooms, the kitchen, living room, and dining room.



The operational childcare hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Licensee participates in the Food Nutrition Program and provides children with breakfast, lunch, P.M. snack and dinner.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/12/2024
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: LOPEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493049
VISIT DATE: 01/12/2024
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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. During inspection Licensee was engaged with a child in play dough activity. Licensee was engaged in conversation with children asking open ended questions and color review.

The First Aid kit with a temperature thermometer was observed and complete. The required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is reading in green. 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 conducted and recorded on 08/04/2023 at 10:00 a.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), Tuberculous(TB) and influenza.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024
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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: LOPEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493049
VISIT DATE: 01/12/2024
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Licensee provided a valid CPR/First Aid pediatric training certificate and does not expire until 06/12/2024. 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 03/10/2022.

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


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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024
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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: LOPEZ FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197493049
VISIT DATE: 01/12/2024
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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 masters developmental stage of rolling over on their own.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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) 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 is found to be in compliance per Title 22 regulations, no deficiencies will be cited today. 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Isabel Ortega
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/12/2024
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