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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197402928
Report Date: 11/03/2022
Date Signed: 11/04/2022 08:23:18 AM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551



FACILITY NAME:SHARMA FAMILY DAY CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197402928
ADMINISTRATOR:SHARMA, MEENA & RAVIFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(661) 265-7875
CITY:PALMDALESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93550
CAPACITY:12CENSUS: 3DATE:
11/03/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:09 PM
MET WITH:Meena & Ravi SharmaTIME COMPLETED:
02:45 PM
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On 11/ 3 /2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Required 1-Year inspection at the Sharma Family Child Care. Upon arrival, the LPA met with the licensees, Meena & Ravi who guided the LPA on a tour of the facility. Family members residing in the home include 5 adults (Licensee, Spouse, 2 daughters, and son). Per LIS, facility annual fees are current. Per the licensee, the hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. There were 3 daycare children present during this inspection. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Pre-licensees, do not have children with IMS needs at this time.

The Home is set up as follows:
This is a two-story 3 bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home with a kitchen, living room, dining room, family room, office, and garage. The garage is used for storage only and no childcare activities are conducted there. There is no pool, spa, or other bodies of water on the premises. The home was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, central air, and heat and ventilation. The home has central heating and air conditioning. All windows have screens and are free of cracks, bugs, and debris. Hanging window blind cords are inaccessible to children.

Ø Main Area: Main care is provided in the family room and playroom (rear of the home, near the kitchen). There is a security gate located on the staircase that prevents children from accessing upstairs.
· Family Room / Playroom: In the areas, LPA observed a fireplace that was properly screened via a mirror glass barrier which made it inaccessible to children. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture for the children.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/03/2022
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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHARMA FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197402928
VISIT DATE: 11/03/2022
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· Children's Bathroom (#1): Children use the bathroom located next to the family room. The Bathroom was toured and inspected sink/toilet is in operable condition. Toilet and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. All poison and medications are made inaccessible to children with child safety latches on the sink cabinet and drawers. The bathroom was observed to be free and clear of hazardous items. The bathroom was clean, sanitized, and in good repair.
· Backyard: The backyard was inspected; The outside backyard is used by the children for outside play. The backyard is gated all around. The outdoor play area was observed to be free of hazards, and loose and sharp parts. There is nobody of water on the premises. Children play in the backyard. There is a barbecue grill (covered) on the right side of the yard, which is off-limits to children with a trash can. There are grass & concrete areas for active play. Play structures include a climbing dome, a teeter-totter, and a large anchored play structure with slides. There is sand underneath the play structure. There is also a covered patio.

· Off-limit: Off-limit areas include the home's entire upstairs (gated), living/dining rooms (gated), kitchen (gated), office (at the entrance), and garage. Kitchen/Dining Room: The kitchen was inspected to ensure hazardous and dangerous items were inaccessible to children (Safety latches). In the kitchen, all sharp utensils, poisons, and medications are made inaccessible to children with child safety latches on cabinet doors and drawers. Sharp knives are kept in a butcher block in the gated kitchen.

Ø Others:
· AC/Heating Unit was observed. AC/Heating Unit is located on the right side of the home and is inaccessible to children via barrels blocking access to the unit.
· Bodies of water: Per the licensee, there are no bodies of water in the home.
· Electrical outlets: All unused electrical outlets are plugged in and made inaccessible to children.
· Fire extinguisher (2A10BC): LPA observed there is a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) fully charged Date and located in the kitchen inaccessible to children. It meets standards established by the State Fire Marshall.
· Fireplace: The fireplace was observed in the off-limits living room and is screened.
· Hanging window blind cords: The cords are inaccessible to children.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHARMA FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197402928
VISIT DATE: 11/03/2022
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· Incidental Medical Services (IMS): 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm. The Licensee will not be providing IMS to the children at this time.
· Isolation area (Illness): Per the licensee, if the child shows signs of illness, he/she will be separated from other children and stay in Family Room.
· Medications and cleaning solutions: Detergents/cleaning compounds are under the kitchen sink with a child locked. Medications are in the off-limits bedroom.
· Napping: Children will nap in the designated nap areas with adult supervision. LPA observed 8 mats in the closet.
· Pets: No dog
· Phone service: There is a working landline or cell phone
· Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices tested operable.
· The First Aid kit is located in the Kitchen inaccessible to children. The First Aid Kit was observed complete with supplies and a first aid manual.
· Transportation: The licensee will not transport daycare children.
· Weapons or Firearms: Per Licensee, there are no Firearms at the facility at this time. LPA does not observe any firearms.

Ø Documentation:
· Child files: LPA observed that 6 children's files contained all required licensing documents.
· CPR/First Aid: LPA observed licensee has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with an expiration date (of 06/2023) 1 hour of nutrition training, (8) hours of Preventive Health and Safety Training.
· Facility Roster: LPA observed Child Care, Facility Roster. Per Licensing Information System, facility annual fees were current.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHARMA FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197402928
VISIT DATE: 11/03/2022
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· Fire Drill and Disaster Drill: Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every 6 months; the last drill was documented and conducted on 10/5/2022.
· Immunization: The licensee has the required immunizations. The licensee provided a written statement declining the influenza vaccination.
· Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227): LPA shared the information with the licensee. Per Licensee, there is NO infant (0-12 months) enrolled in the facility.
· The licensee has posted as required the Facility License, Emergency Disaster plan, and Parents' Rights Poster. The facility roster is current.
· Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee has completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com and will renew on 12/19/2023
Ø The following information was discussed with the licensee:
ü Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files.
ü Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both.
ü The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed.
ü The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times.
ü Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files, and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. The licensee was reminded that supervision is always required for children in care.
ü The licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. The licensee was advised that the inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility’s phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified.
ü The licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B
ü The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also, call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B).
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHARMA FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197402928
VISIT DATE: 11/03/2022
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ü Criminal Record Statement: Licensee [or facility representative] 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 the 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.
ü Safe Sleep: LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the licensee [or facility representative] 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 the licensee [facility representative] 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.
ü Notice of Site Visit: A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
ü Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
ü Type A citation: LPA (name of analyst) informed licensee [or facility representative] (include name) that this report dated (insert visit date) document(s) (number of Types A citation) Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.
Also, LPA (name of analyst) informed the licensee [or facility representative] to provide a copy of this licensing report dated (insert visit date) that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.
ü 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 daycare 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.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHARMA FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197402928
VISIT DATE: 11/03/2022
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ü --Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations.
n Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months they are also now 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: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov

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

ü A copy of the Safe Sleep Proposed Regulations was provided to Licensee.

ü LPA provided consultation during the inspection.

No deficiencies are being cited at this time, the facility complies with Title 22


An exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with the licensees Meena & Rav Sharma.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta YatesTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol HeathTELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/03/2022
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