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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197700650
Report Date: 03/04/2025
Date Signed: 03/04/2025 05:15:58 PM

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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:THORN FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197700650
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		KRYSTAL THORNFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(323) 557-0606
CITY:LANCASTERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93535
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 6DATE:
03/04/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
03:04 PM
MET WITH:Krystal ThornTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
05:00 PM
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On March 4, 2025, at 3:04 P.M., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joselito L. Del Mundo conducted an unannounced annual inspection at Thorn Family Child Care Home to assess its ability to meet compliance with California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, Health, and Safety requirements. LPA met with the licensee, Krystal Thorn. LPA Del Mundo stated the reason for the inspection. LPA was granted access to the facility. The LPA provided copies of the LIC 126 Entrance Checklist Form to the licensee. The off-limits areas of the home are 3 upstairs bedrooms, kitchen, upstairs bathroom (1 and 3), loft, and attached garage.

Licensee guided the analyst on a tour of the day care areas. The day care take place in the following areas of the home: living room, family room, bathroom #2, and backyard (outdoor play area). Licensing fees are current.

Licensee states the day care hours of operation is 23 hours, Monday to Friday. Currently living in the home are the licensee and two minor children (14 years old twins). Licensee is currently providing transportation to children in care. Licensee has a current driver’s license, vehicle registration, and insurance. During this visit, LPA observed six children present in the facility. Based on the facility roster, the licensee has ten children enrolled in the facility.

Physical Plant: 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. The smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector are in operable conditions (checked at 3:47 P.M.). The facility has a fully charge 2-A:10-B:C type of fire extinguisher (reading in green, checked at 3:49 P.M.). Licensee stated that she owns no firearms, and no one smoke in the facility. Per licensee, cleaning products are stored in a plastic container in the garage (off limits) where they are inaccessible to children. Knives and other sharp items are stored in the upper kitchen cabinets in the kitchen (off limits). Per licensee, she does not have household medications and zero
SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/04/2025
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 CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: THORN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197700650
VISIT DATE: 03/04/2025
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medications are currently being provided for children in care. Licensee stated that she is a member of a food program, and she is providing meals (breakfast and lunch) and afternoon snack to children in care.

The facility is a two-story house. There is a fireplace in the family room of the facility, and it is covered with a metal screen and a glass door. A metal bar is fastened to the fireplace door frames to prevent access by children. The home has central heating and air conditioning units. The pull-down fire alarm is located next to the entrance door.

Based on records review, the fire/earthquake drills were conducted last January 3, 2025, at 10:00 A.M.



LPA also observed age-appropriate toys, kitchen set toy, cash register machine toy, tables, chairs, blocks, puzzles, books, cubbies, and other toys for children. LPA also observed two cribs and two highchairs.

Licensee has first aid kit box stored inside the closet. LPA observed electrical outlets are covered with a safety plastic plug to prevent access by children in care.

Licensee is advised that baby bouncers, saucer chairs, or any recalled and or banned toys or sleep/ play equipment are prohibited on the premises. Licensee is advised to check for fixture, furniture and equipment that have been banned or recalled by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Bathroom: Toilet, sink, and faucet were clean and operable. LPA observed a step stool and trash bin. The bathroom cabinet has paper towel. LPA did not observed razors and/or sharp objects, shampoos, mouthwash, medications, perfumes, air freshener, nail polish and nail remover that will pose a health and safety risk to children in care.



Licensee stated that when a child shows signs of illness, he/she is separated from other children in the family room of the facility.

Outdoor: Licensee stated that there is no body of water on the premises. During this inspection, LPA did not observe body of water on the premises. The outdoor play area has a covered porch and age-appropriate toys and play equipment. LPA observed a caterpillar tunnel, seesaw, small plastic benches, basketball hoop, toy house with slide, small slide, and tricycles. Per licensee, she supervised children while playing outside.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
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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 CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: THORN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197700650
VISIT DATE: 03/04/2025
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At the time of inspection, Licensee is aware of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing on the day of the incident and/or 24 hours of incident by telephone, fax and/or in writing to the Department. Licensee is familiar with the Unusual Incident Report form, LIC624B. The report on unusual incident/injuries can also be emailed to [email protected]

Review of records to be maintained: LPA reviewed with licensee 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 reviewed five children’s files, licensee, and the licensees’ assistant’s files. Based on records review, children’s files are complete.

Licensee and assistant have current mandated reporter training and CPR/First Aid training certificates. Licensee and assistant have completed the immunizations against Pertussis and Measles. Licensee and assistant have TB skin test on file.

Licensee and other adults working in the home have received criminal record clearance. Based on the Guardian roster, one the adult has a pending fingerprint clearance. Licensee was advised to have the adult fingerprint cleared before the adult can be an assistant.

The following was discussed with the licensee:

Mandatory licensing forms such as LIC 311D Forms/Records To Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children’s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted in the family child care home; Requirements to conduct fire and disaster drills once every six months and record it; Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed; The applicant was reminded that 100% supervision is required at all times to children in care; Applicant was made aware that it is her responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care; Licensing must have the facility’s phone number at all times; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified; Regulation prohibits the smoking of any kind during the operation of the day care.

The regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers, and any other items that fall into that category.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
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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 CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: THORN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197700650
VISIT DATE: 03/04/2025
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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.

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 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) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months and are also in Spanish. Please log in to the CCLD website, or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates sent directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: [email protected]



The applicant was advised that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days whenever a licensing inspection is conducted. If a Type A deficiency is cited, a copy of the licensing report must also be posted for 30 days. The same report must be provided to parents/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months & licensee must obtain a signed Acknowledgement of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224) from parent/guardian & place it in each child's file.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
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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 CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: THORN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197700650
VISIT DATE: 03/04/2025
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Copies of the reports must be provided to each parent when a Type A violation is cited along with Acknowledgment of Receipt of Licensing Reports LIC 9224. If these requirements are not met civil penalties per violation will be assessed.

Beginning on January 1, 2018, Assembly Bill 1207 (2015) requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors, and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Applicants must meet requirements as a precondition to licensure. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be conducted at the following website www.mandatedreporterca.com.

Prior to making alterations or additions to a family childcare home or grounds, the licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed changed, including, but not limited to, the following: Conversion of a garage (either attached or detached) into a "childcare" room; Room additions to the family childcare home. Any change from an area of the family childcare home previously identified as "off limits" to an area where care and supervision will be provided to children in care. The licensee shall provide the Department with a copy of an inspection report when an inspection is required by the local building inspector as a result of the alteration, addition, or construction.

Lead Flyer Requirement Health and Safety Code 1596.7996 mandated that effective January 1, 2019, CCC's and FCCH's are required to provide parents and guardians of children enrolling or reenrolling in care with written information on the risks and effects of lead exposure, blood lead testing requirements and recommendations, and options for locations of affordable blood lead tests as specified. A Lead Poisoning Facts Flyer was created, in partnership with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), to satisfy this requirement.

The applicant was advised it is her responsibility to visit the department's website to access licensing forms, Quarterly Updates and Provider Information Notices (PINs): www.ccld.ca.gov

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 them by email to: [email protected]. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the CCLD website at:

SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
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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 CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: THORN FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197700650
VISIT DATE: 03/04/2025
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https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

The Licensee is informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

During today's inspection, LPA Del Mundo did not observed deficiencies that may hinder the health and safety of the children in care. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection. An exit Interview and discussion of observations were conducted with the licensee.



During the exit interview the licensee, Krystal Thorn, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

Notice of Site Visit: A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213 was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

A copy of this Report was reviewed, and Appeal Rights were also provided to licensee, Krystal Thorn.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Lady King
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2025
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