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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Corral conducted a required Annual Inspection on today’s date. Upon entrance to the Facility, there were 3 children present in care. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on 03/04/2022 indicates all facility staff who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100 minimum per day and up to $500 maximum per day per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. The hours of Operation are Monday – Friday, 6 AM – 5:30 PM.
A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was conducted with Licensee Gloria Gayle. Rooms available to children in care were observed to have age appropriate play equipment. Off limits areas are made inaccessible by means of door locks and children gates. The childcare area consists of the bedroom to the far left of the kitchen, the kitchen, and 2 bedrooms down the hallway to the right that are used for napping. Equipment was found to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed edges. Items which could pose a danger to children such as detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were not stored out of the reach of children. Licensee stated Poisons/Hazardous items are not kept on the premises. The children's bathroom, toilet and handwashing sink were observed to be clean, sanitary and in good repair.
The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months and keeps documentation of drills. The facility has one working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher. LPA Corral verified there is working phone service. Facility meets all posting requirements. Licensee understands the Family Child Care Home shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
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