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25 | On August 30th, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Soleil Marx met with Licensee, Kimberly Buckmaster, for an unannounced annual / one year inspection. During the inspection there was a census of 12 children in care being supervised by the licensee and assistant. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Facilities hours of operation are Monday through Friday 08:30 AM to 12:00 PM, closed for summer.
A health and safety inspection was conducted in the areas accessible to children. The off-limits areas include: third floor, main level, garage, laundry room. Facility operates child care on the bottom floor. LPA added the previous off-limits bottom floor bedroom to on limits, after conducting a health and safety inspection and determining it is safe for children in care. Licensee understands that children may never enter off-limit areas.
LPA observed a working telephone, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a 2A10BC fire extinguisher within the home. LPA observed home was safe, orderly, and free of hazards. LPA observed a variety of age-appropriate toys within the home. LPA observed stairs in the backyard are properly barricaded to meet regulations. LPA observed hot tub/spa in the backyard is drained, covered, and locked to meet regulations. Licensee stated there are no firearms on the premises. Licensee understands that if there are any poisons in the home, all poisons must be locked with a key lock or combination lock.
LPA observed all required postings, a children's roster and fire drill log, the last fire drill was conducted 04/2023. LPAs reviewed records of children’s files and staff files, all which contained the required documentation. Licensee has current EMSA approved pediatric CPR/First Aid training, which expires 07/2024. Licensee and assistant have current Mandated Reporter Training, which expires 03/2024. Licensee understands both CPR and mandated reporter training's’ must be completed every two years.
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