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LPA conducted an inspection for potential and health safety hazards and found the home's interior to be clean and orderly, with proper heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. According to the licensee, she provides food and snacks for the children. LPA reminded the licensee about the importance of sanitation and proper food preparation. The FCCH was observed to have a first aid kit, an emergency kit, a smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged fire extinguisher.
LPA observed that the indoor daycare areas were equipped with age-appropriate toys, furniture, and educational materials. No equipment, such as walkers, bouncers, or similar objects, was present in the FCCH. The FCCH was observed with hooks on the wall for the children’s clothing and personal belongings. Electrical outlets were observed to be properly covered with child safety covers. A child safety gate was observed to be at the stairs.
According to the licensee, no firearms or weapons are on the premises. Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, and other potentially hazardous items were stored in the locked cabinets of the kitchen, making them inaccessible to the children.
The outdoor playground was enclosed by a fence, and the play equipment was well-maintained. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. No bodies of water, such as pools or spas, were present on site.
The bathroom was found to be clean and fully operational. The toilet and handwashing facility were well-kept, safe, and clean. A diaper changing station and potty chairs were observed to be clean and safe for the children to use.
The sleeping/resting area was observed to be clean and sanitary. Sleeping mats and blankets are available for children to use. LPA also observed that the infant mattress was firm and appropriately covered with a fitted sheet appropriate to the child’s size.
LPA reviewed five children’s files and confirmed that all five children have complete files that include their emergency contact and medical information and sleep logs for children under two years old. LPA reminded the licensee to maintain the form LIC 9227 for children under one in their files. LPA requested the licensee to email the form LIC 9227 to the department when the form is completed by the child’s parent.
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