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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

AVILA FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1984010621 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 9/5/25 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Tyler Reyes conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at the above facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct an annual inspection and to follow up with an application submitted to the Department of Social Services for a change of capacity. LPA followed up on the fire inspection completed on 9/4/25 by a Fire Inspector of Los Angeles County Fire Department. LPA met with Licensee Avila, Dahlya and provided an Entrance Checklist-Family Child Care homes LIC 126. LPA conducted a tour of the facility led by Licensee. LPA observed (3) children in care. Per Licensee hours of operation Monday-Sunday from 6am-6am. LPA discussed with Licensee that \342\200\234Overnight Care\342\200\235 means care being provided to children anytime between the hours of 6pm and 6am. Care provided during the day and overnight combined shall not exceed 24 hours from the time the child entered care. The facility is licensed to care for MAX. CAP: 6 - NO MORE THAN 3 INFANTS OR 4 INFANTS ONLY. CAP 8 - NO MORE THAN 2 INFANTS, 1 CHILD IN KINDERGARTEN OR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND 1 CHILD AT LEAST AGE 6. LPA discussed and provided copies of Capacity Regulations for Family Child Care Home License, Personnel Report LIC 500, and Child Care Facility Roster LIC 9040. During the inspection, the following individuals were present in the home: Licensee and Adult 1 (A1) All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. LPA informed that any individual that has direct contact with the children and resides in the home is required to have a criminal record clearance or exemption. Facility Postings: LPA observed the required postings in the daycare room: Facility Licensee, PUB 394 Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness, and LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan. Page 1 of 5 Emergency Disaster Drill: Earthquake Drill 6/5/25 and Fire Drill 9/2/25 Pediatric CPR/First Aid in Pediatrics Certification: Licensee Issue Date 5/20/25 and Renew By 05/2026 from American Heart Association. Facility Sketch: The facility is a single-story home consist of a Front yard, living room, day care room, kitchen, laundry area, (3) bedrooms, (2) restroom, backyard, and garage On Limit: Front yard, living room, kitchen, day care room, (1) restroom, and backyard. Off Limit: (3) bedrooms, (1) restroom, and garage. Infants: LPA observed (1) infant in care. LPA discussed infant safe sleep with Licensee. Facility should supervise infants while they are sleeping adhering to physical checks every (15-minute) and ensuring infants are sleeping on their back. Documentation of these checks shall be maintained in the infant\342\200\231s file and made available for Department review. Documentation shall include the date, infant\342\200\231s name, and the time of each (15-minute) check. The infant\342\200\231s authorized representative and emergency contact shall be notified if any signs of distress or labored breathing are observed. An individual Sleep Plan LIC 9227 shall be completed for each infant up to12 months of age. LPA provided the Licensee with copies of the Infant Safe Sleep information from the Family Child Care Home Licensing Requirements handbook. LPA observed a 15-min sleep log with last date of entry 9/4/25 for child 1 (C1). LPA observed (1) play yard with fitted mattress and fitted sheet. Items not permitted: LPA provided the Licensee with a picture listing some of the items not permitted in a family childcare home, which include a bouncer, a jumper, and a walker. These items are not allowed to be on the premises of the facility. Meals: Per Licensee children will have meals in living room. Licensee was advised to ensure all food brought from home is properly labeled and stored. Per Licensee no children have reported food allergies. Medication: Per Licensee the facility will provide incidental medical services. If required, medication will be inaccessible to children by centrally storing and locking. Medications will be administered in accordance with PIN 22-02-CCP, which outlines requirements for proper storage, documentation, and staff training. Personal medication is kept in the off-limit room. Page 2 of 5 The following on-limit areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Heating and cooling are provided by portable air conditioners and ceiling fans. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and learning materials. Telephone service is provided via cell phone. LPA observed a fire extinguisher in the daycare room with a purchase receipt of 6/22/25. Family Child Care Homes are required to maintain a new or serviced fully charged fire extinguisher which is at least a 2A:10BC annually. LPA observed two wall heaters at the facility. One wall heater was in the living room and the other wall heater was in the day care room. Both wall heaters were not completely protected by a screen allowing access which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care. Electrical outlets observed on outlets. LPA observed an operable smoke and carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed sharps on the top counter. LPA reminded Licensee to ensure all sharps are stored in manner that both inaccessible and age-appropriate for children in care. Per Licensee there are no firearms on the premises. If firearms are present, LPA verified per Title 22 regulations that they are locked, with ammunition stored separately. Poisons/Cleaning Products: Poisons will be kept keyed locked in the shed. LPA observed cleaning products underneath kitchen and restroom sink secured by child safety latch. LPA observed no personal hygiene products accessible in on-limit restroom. LPA reminded Licensee to ensure all child safety latches are age-appropriate for children in care. Outdoor: Children may use the front yard and backyard for outdoor play. Per Licensee children will be supervised during outdoor play. Per Licensee they have (2) dogs kept in on off-limit area of the backyard. No animal feces were observed. LPA discussed and provided copies of PIN 25-06 Extreme Heat Prevention. No pool, spas or other bodies of water. Staff Files: LPA reviewed Licensee file for the following records: LIC 9052 Employee Rights, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirements to Report Child Abuse, Proof of Immunizations, and Mandated Reporting Training Certificate. Licensee had required records. Children Files: LPA reviewed child 1 (C1-C2) file for the following documentation: LIC 282 Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, LIC 700 Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and LIC 9224 Acknowledgment of Receipt of Licensing Reports it was not applicable. (2) of (2) children had required documentation. Page 3 of 5 LPA conducted an interview with Licensee regarding the following topics: infant safe sleep practices, the facility\342\200\231s plan to support children\342\200\231s learning and development, procedures for keeping parents informed, strategies for managing challenging behaviors, and protocols for managing food allergies. LPA discussed reporting requirements and the staff\342\200\231s responsibilities as a mandated reporter, including the obligation to report to Community Care Licensing and emergency personnel when necessary. 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 . 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 LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/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 https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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/ . 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. Page 4 of 5 During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Avila, Dahlya, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and Appeal Rights provided with Licensee Avila, Dahlya . Please see attached LIC 809-D for citations. (1) Type B will be issued.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in LPA observed two wall heaters. One wall heater was in the living room and the other wall heater was in the day care room. Both wall heaters were not completely protected by a screen allowing access which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the September 5, 2025 inspection of AVILA FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a inspection inspection of AVILA FAMILY CHILD CARE on September 5, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to AVILA FAMILY CHILD CARE on September 5, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in LPA observed two wall heaters. One wa..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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