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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Amanda Blesi and Lea Habtom met with Licensee, Fredene Brown, for the purpose of an unannounced required 1-year inspection. The licensee's husband and assistant were also present during the inspection. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. At 12:20 p.m. LPA observed a total census of 13 children including 2 infants under 12 months, 10 preschool children, and 1 school age children.
At 12:30 p.m., Licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility, and a health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas includes upstairs. Licensee acknowledged that children must never enter these areas. LPA observed the required postings, a working phone, 2A10BC fire extinguisher, and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Items that could pose a danger to children were accessible. LPA observed knives on the kitchen counter that were in children reach. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. LPA did not observe bodies of water at the facility. Stairs were barricaded to prevent access when children under 5 are present. Outdoor play space is fenced.
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
(Report continues LIC809-C) |