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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lea Habtom met with Licensee, Nichole Root, for the purpose of an unannounced required 1-year inspection. Licensee's assistant was present during today's inspection. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. LPA observed a total census of 11 children including 7 preschool children and 4 school age children being supervised by licensee and her assistant.
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 middle bedroom and garage. Off limit areas was updated during today's visit to remove the middle room and have garage off limits only. 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. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. LPA observed a hot tub with all 4 latches locked and secured. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Fireplace is barricaded to prevent access by children. There are no stairs in the home. 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. At 9:45 a.m., LPA reviewed children’s files. A current roster is being maintained and fire and disaster drills are documented. The licensee's immunization records for measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and the flu are available in the facility file. Current CPR and First Aid certification was verified and expires 7/2023, and AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training was verified for the Licensee and expires 2/2024. (Report continues LIC809-C) |