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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 343624038
Report Date: 01/03/2023
Date Signed: 01/03/2023 01:00:21 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/03/2023 01:00 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
RIVER CITY (SACTO)CC, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE.250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833
FACILITY NAME:WALIA, NIHARIKAFACILITY NUMBER:
343624038
ADMINISTRATOR:FACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
CITY:STATE: ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8CENSUS: 6DATE:
01/03/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:05 AM
MET WITH:Niharika "Nika" WaliaTIME COMPLETED:
01:15 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst Jennifer Velasco (LPA) conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee Nika Walia (L1). LPA observed six children in care with L1 and an assistant. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. LPA observed that the annual facility fees are current.

L1 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.

Off-limit areas include: the formal living room, second floor and stairs to second floor. laundry room, and garage. Children enter by the back door. L1 acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. LPA conducted a health and safety inspection and observed that the facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair with proper ventilation. LPA observed the required documents were posted where visible to parents. LPA observed that there were no hazardous items accessible to children including cleaning compounds, medications, or sharp objects. Fire extinguisher is in working condition and accessible. LPA observed the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are functioning properly. The facility has adequate toys that are safe for children to use. The backyard is fenced and L1 acknowledged that in areas that are not fenced, 100% supervision is required. L1 stated there are no firearms. LPA observed the backyard pool is fenced and gated compliant with regulatory requirements. LPA observed four engaged locks on the backyard hot tub.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Natalie Dunaway
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jennifer Velasco
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/03/2023
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
RIVER CITY (SACTO)CC, 2525 NATOMAS PARK DR. STE.250
SACRAMENTO, CA 95833
FACILITY NAME: WALIA, NIHARIKA
FACILITY NUMBER: 343624038
VISIT DATE: 01/03/2023
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LPA observed a current children's roster, fire drill log. LPA reviewed children’s files and observed that all the required documentation was present in each child's file. LPA observed the CPR/First Aid certificate was current and expires 2023. LPA observed a current Mandated Reporter certificate for L1 and assistant(s). L1 was reminded the Child Care portion must be completed every two years. LPA reviewed staff and facility files and observed the required documentation.

Though L1 does not currently enroll infants, LPA discussed with L1 the safe sleep regulations and the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep web page at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed L1 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. 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. LPA discussed current COVID guidelines with L1 and provided technical assistance.

LPA discussed current COVID guidelines with L1 and provided technical assistance. LPA provided the Department’s website WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV, so L1 can obtain updated licensing information, new regulations and access forms. LPA advised L1 of their responsibility to stay current by reviewing PINs on the website.

There were no citations issued during today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given to L1 and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with L1.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Natalie Dunaway
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jennifer Velasco
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/03/2023
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