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25 | An unannounced Annual/Random Inspection was conducted today by Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Jessika Thompson and Diana Meracdo. LPAs met with Licensee Michelle Lynam, and a census was taken. Also present during the inspection was licensee’s assistant, Zoe Crandall. A tour of the facility was made. Background clearances were discussed and licensee signed LIS531 indicating all adults residing and/or providing care and supervision have a criminal record clearance. Licensee has current pediatric CPR and First Aid that expire on 12/21/19. The home is clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Off-limit rooms are made inaccessible by use of door knob covers and child proof gates. Where children less than five years old are in care, stairs are fenced or barricaded. Safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, toys and equipment were observed. There is a working telephone. Licensee has three large dogs that are made inaccessible to children by means of gated areas in backyard and inaccessible areas of the home. License accepts full liability for any action taken by family pets. A current roster of children in care is maintained and updated appropriately. LPAs verified that immunization records are maintained. Licensee provides a copy of Parent’s Rights to all parents and/or child’s representative. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times. Fire and disaster drills are conducted at least once every six months, and documented with the date and time. Confirmed firearms are stored in accordance with regulations and inaccessible to children. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children are stored where they are inaccessible to children. There is a fireplace that is not used during day-care hours. Facility has required fire extinguisher and smoke detector, both meet State Fire Marshall standards. Facility has one functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. No bodies of water observed in or on the premises. Licensee understands children may not be left in parked vehicles. Safe sleep practices for infants was discussed and LPAs provided the licensee with a handout. Lead safety was discussed, and LPAs provided Licensee with a brochure. Licensee understands that lead safety information must also be provided to parents and/or authorized representatives of children in care. Provider Information Notices were discussed, and licensee is aware that forms and updated information may be obtained on the CCLD website (www.ccld.ca.gov).
(Continued on LIC809-C) |