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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197412740
Report Date: 08/01/2024
Date Signed: 08/01/2024 12:19:48 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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:SHEPHERD FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197412740
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		SHEPHERD, DARNISHAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(661) 718-2652
CITY:LANCASTERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93536
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 13DATE:
08/01/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:30 AM
MET WITH:Darnisha ShepherdTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:25 PM
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On 8/1/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at Shepherd Family Child Care. Upon arrival, the LPA met with the licensee, Darnisha Shepherd, who guided the LPA on a facility tour. 3 adults (the licensee, the licensee’s husband and adult daughter) and 1 minor child (16 years old son) reside in the home. During this inspection, 2 infants, 6 young children and 3 school age were present with her staff and her daughter. Per the licensee, the hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Per the licensee, she does not have children who need IMS.
The home is set up as follows:
This is a one-story, 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a kitchen/dining room, living room, family room, laundry room, and garage. There is a pool/spa or body of water on the premises. The home was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, central air, and heat and ventilation. The house has central heating and air conditioning. All windows have screens free of cracks, bugs, and debris.
Main Area: Main care is provided in the living room. Children use the bathroom in the hallway on the left. They have access to the living room and family room.
Living Room: LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture for the children in the designated childcare areas.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/31/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/31/2024
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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHEPHERD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197412740
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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Children's bathroom (#1): The bathroom was toured and inspected, and the sink/toilet is operable. The toilet and faucets are clean and safe. There are no medications or any personal items inside the medication cabinet. All poison and medications are inaccessible to children with child safety latches under the sink cabinet. The bathroom was observed to be free and clear of hazardous items.
Kitchen: The kitchen was inspected to ensure hazardous and dangerous items were inaccessible to children. Sharp utensils, poisons, and medications are unavailable to children in the kitchen, and child safety latches are on cabinet doors and drawers. Sharp knives are kept in a butcher block in the gated kitchen. During today’s inspection, the licensee did not put the safety gate on, which makes the kitchen accessible to the children.
Backyard: The backyard was inspected; The children use the outside backyard 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. LPA observed a grass and concrete area for active play. There is a pool/spa or body of water on the premises.
Off-limit: Off-limit areas include all bedrooms, the kitchen, bathroom #2, the laundry room, and the garage.
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The AC/Heating Unit and Swamp Cooler Unit were observed. The AC/Heating Unit is located on the right side of the home and inaccessible to children due to barrels blocking access.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHEPHERD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197412740
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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Bodies of water: LPA observed an in-ground pool in the backyard. The wrought iron fences are constructed at least five (5) feet high. The bottom of the fence is no more than two (2) / four (4) inches from the soft ground /concrete. The fence does not obscure the pool from view. LPA observed the gates swing away from the pool, self-close, and have a self-latching device no more than six (6) inches from the top of the gate. Licensee understands and agrees that the swimming pool fencing will remain in place whenever licensed care is provided, and so long as the mesh fence makes the swimming pool inaccessible to children as determined by licensing staff. No items around the perimeter of the fence would allow the fence to be climbable.
Electrical outlets: All unused electrical outlets are plugged in and made inaccessible to children.
Fire extinguisher (2A10BC): LPA observed a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) reading in Green, located in the kitchen, and inaccessible to children. It meets standards established by the State Fire Marshall.
Fireplace: In the family room, a fireplace was observed that was properly screened via mirror glass doors. The fireplace is inaccessible to children.
Hanging window blind cords: The cords are inaccessible to children.
Isolation area (Illness): Per the licensee, if the child shows signs of illness, they will be separated from other children.
Medications and cleaning solutions: Detergents and cleaning compounds are in the upper kitchen cabinet, and medications are in the off-limits bedroom.
Napping: Children will nap in the designated nap areas with adult supervision. LPA observed 15 cots in the closet.
Overnight Care: According to the licensee, it does not provide overnight care.
Pets: There is 1 big and 1 small dog. The dogs have current vaccinations.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHEPHERD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197412740
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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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 in the key-locked closet and is inaccessible to children. The First Aid Kit was observed to be complete with supplies and a first aid manual.
Transportation: The licensee does not provide transportation for children.
Weapons or Firearms: Per the licensee, there are Firearms at the facility at this time (See LIC812): Observed the storage areas for firearms and other dangerous weapons locked.
Documentation:
Child files: LPA observed that 5 children's files contained all required licensing documents.
Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) and Sleeping Log: LPA observed that 2 infants have LIC 9227, and the sleeping log; the license follows the Safe Sleep Regulation.
Staff Personnel File: During an annual inspection, LPA observed 1 staff information. LPA observed LIC 508, 9052, IZ, TB test, LIC 9108, Mandated Reporter Training, and CPR/First Aid certificates. The file contained all required licensing documents.
Immunization: The licensee and her assistant have the required immunizations (MMR and DTaP). They also provided a written statement declining the influenza vaccination.
Criminal Record: Per Guardian, all adults who live in this facility obtain a criminal record clearance.
CPR/First Aid: LPA observed that the licensee has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with an expiration date (of 12/2024) 1 hour of nutrition training and (8) hours of Preventive Health and Safety Training.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHEPHERD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197412740
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee has completed and renewed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com on 9/17/22
Facility fees: Per the Licensing Information System, annual facility fees were current.
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 7/12/24.
LPA observed that the licensee have posted the Facility License, Emergency Disaster plan, and Parents' Rights Poster as required. The licensee will complete the Earthquake Preparedness and post it.
The following information was discussed with the licensee:
o A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a family child care home in accordance with Health and Safety Code sections 1596.848(b) and (c). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucer, and other items that fall into that category.
o Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children's 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.
o 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
o Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. 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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHEPHERD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197412740
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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o Mandatory Forms for the children's files and provider's files.
o 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
o Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
o Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both.
o The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
o The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times.
o The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-540-4000. Also, call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B).
o 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 childcare home where children are present (24/7 ban).
· Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or facility representative] 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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: SHEPHERD FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197412740
VISIT DATE: 08/01/2024
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· IF THERE IS NO CHILD AT THE FACILITY THAT CURRENTLY NEEDS IMS, USE AS FOLLOWS: 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/.
· Centers and Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or facility representative] 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.
· Family Child Care Homes During the exit interview, the LICENSEE ****, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
· Family Child Care Homes A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
· 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-carelicensing/ inspection-process.
No deficiencies are being cited at this time.
An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the licensee, Darnisha Shepherd.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/01/2024
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