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25 | An unannounced Annual/Random inspection was conducted by LPA Dyer. The licensees were present with 6 day care children (1 infant, 3 preschool-age and 2 school-age). Licensees were in compliance with the licensed capacity and facility ratios. Phone number is current. Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. The day care area of the home was inspected. Areas licensed for child care: living room, dining room, baby room and the bathroom. Off-limit areas will be made inaccessible to children by closed and/or locked doors; gates; and visual supervision. All required forms are posted or were given to post for public review. There was a working smoke detector (tested); a fully charged 3-A:40-B:C fire extinguisher; a first aid kit, and a carbon monoxide detector.
The home was clean and orderly, with adequate heating and ventilation. There were safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment available to children at the time of this inspection. There were a variety of books and toys for children's use. Fireplace was blocked and screened. There are no hazardous materials, medicines, or cleaning solutions accessible to children during this inspection. Hazardous items are kept on high shelves, inaccessible to children. Licensee stated there were no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Children nap on mats and in cribs. Bedding is sent home weekly to be laundered by parents. Back yard area is securely fenced. Children have not played outside recently due to rainy weather.
At 4:40 p.m., a sample of children's files were reviewed. All have emergency information in file. Licensee is conducting and documenting fire drills and utilizing the child care roster.
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. (continued) |