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32 | The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 394), Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A), and Facility Roster (LIC 9040). Licensee also had verification of Disaster and Fire Drills posted. However, the last documented drill was conducted on December 7, 2021.
Areas used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, heating, cleanliness and telephone service. The home does not have any wall heaters or fireplaces. The home is equipped with central air and heating. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medicines were made inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, there are no poisons kept in the home. Licensee was advised that if any poisons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock.
Per Licensee, the home has birds, a tortoise, 1 cat, and 1 dog. LPA advised the Licensee that best practice is to keep pets isolated from children in care. Per Licensee, there are no bodies of water, firearms and/or weapons on the premises. LPA observed age appropriate toys and napping equipment for children. LPA also observed electrical outlet covers installed in the child care areas. Per Licensee, snacks and meals are provided to the children by the facility. Licensee was reminded that any food that is brought from the child's home shall be labeled with the child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated.
LPA observed the required fire extinguisher (2-A:10-B:C) that is fully charged. Licensee did not have proof of purchase or verification of the last service date for the fire extinguisher available for review. Licensee was reminded to have the fire extinguisher serviced yearly. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector was tested and is operable. First Aid kit and emergency supplies are available and kept in the bathroom and inside a locker in the backyard.
LPA conducted a record review of five (5) children's records, and 2 personnel records. Based on the children's record review, the children's records had all of the required documents per licensing regulations. Based on the personnel record review, Licensee's husband/Assistant (S1) did not have proof of immunization for measles and pertussis (or documentation of exemption), and a TB clearance (or risk assessment) available for review. |