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25 | Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Yolanda Baez and Elizabeth Rivera arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced annual random inspection. Upon arrival LPAs met with Licensee's helper, Cinthia Martinez. Also present at the time of the inspection was Licensee’s other helper, Elva Lopez. There were 11 children present at the time of the inspection (2 infants and 9 toddlers).
LPAs toured the home. This is a one story, 3 bedroom and 2.5 bathroom home. The primary child care areas are the following: the living room, the kitchen, the dining area, the "play room" as seen on facility sketch), the bathroom located in the playroom, and the front yard. The following areas have been made inaccessible through the use of locks or safety gates: 2 bedrooms, the master bedroom, one hallway bathroom, and the back yard. There is a sufficient amount of age appropriate toys, games and books available. The home has plenty of space for the children to eat, sleep and play, and was a comfortable temperature during this visit. Licensee is using her front yard for outdoor activities, it is properly fenced and 100% supervision was advised. The fire extinguisher is full, of regulation size, and located in the kitchen area. There is no fireplace on the property. The smoke alarm and carbon monoxide monitors are operational. LPA Baez verified a working telephone, working cell phone number, and all required forms are posted. There are no large bodies of water on the property. Ms. Martinez stated that she has worked with Licensee for 10 years and there are not any firearms and ammunition in the home. LPA Baez verified that all adults living or working in the home have been fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. LPA Baez reviewed child care roster and children's files, all are in compliance. Ms. Martinez was reminded that emergency drills are to be conducted once every 6 months. Licensee's and helpers' pediatric CPR/FA certification is valid thru 10/2020.
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