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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mariya Melnichuk met with Licensee, Lori Britton for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were nine children present at the time of inspection. There was also an assistant present. Licensee's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM. to 5:00 PM.
All adults subject to criminal background review have obtained criminal record clearance. 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.
A health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include the entire upstairs, and laundry room. Licensee requested shed to be off-limits. LPA observed the required postings and a working phone. 2A10BC fire extinguisher meets regulations. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and verified they were both functional. LPA toured the kitchen area and verified knives were inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed play room area with age appropriate toys for children. LPA observed a restroom and verified that hazardous and toxic items were inaccessible to children in care. Outdoor play space is fenced. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. The backyard has an above ground pool area that is fenced per Title 22 regulations and LPA observed the gate to self-close and self-latch. There are no windows that provide direct access into the pool area.
Children's files were reviewed. Emergency information and required immunization records were on file. LPA observed a current roster and documentation that a fire drill is conducted at least once every six months. Licensee's immunization records are available in the facility file. Current EMSA pediatric CPR and First Aid certification was verified and expires 10/2024 and Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter certification was verified and expires 02/2025.
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