LPA observed that the play yards and mats do not hinder the entrance or exit to and from the space they are sleeping in. Mattresses were observed to be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate to the mattress size. Per licensee, children nap in the living room and bedroom #1. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary.
Per licensee, food is provided to all children in care. There is telephone service via a landline. There is central and wall unit for ventilation and heating.
Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed to be inaccessible to children. The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock.
At 03:17PM smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. The valve on the required 3A 40BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 06/10/22, as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually.
LPA observed a first aid kit readily available in the dining room, front yard (fenced) and bedroom #1. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the living room of the home with supervision.
Per Licensee, there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.
LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the living room of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA reviewed facility records for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Emergency Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was 02/13/23. Children's roster was reviewed and is current.
Currently children use the front yard (fenced) for outdoor play with adequate shade and age-appropriate play equipment for children in care. LPA did not observe any objects that could be hazardous to children in care. Licensee understands that children should be supervised at all times.
LPA did not observe any pools, spas, hot tubs, fishponds, or similar bodies of water during the inspection.
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