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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Ferrara met with Licensee Ruhina Chowdhury for an unannounced random annual inspection of her large family child care home. All adults who live and work in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance and the annual fees are current. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8 AM- 5:45 PM . There were ten children present at the time of inspection with the Licensee and an assistant. Licensee was reminded to follow capacity limitations and she must revert back to a small license when assistant is not present.
A health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off limit areas include: Entire upstairs and garage. LPA observed a working phone, 2A10BC fire extinguisher, pull fire alarm, first aid kit, and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors that meet regulations. The fireplace was screened and stairs were barricaded. LPA observed a current children's roster and fire drill log with the last drill conducted in July 2019. LPA observed all the required Licensing documentation was posted including Parent's Rights, Emergency Disaster Plan, and the license. Knives, medications, and chemicals were all stored inaccessible to children. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on the premises and Licensee stated there are no firearms in the home.
LPA conducted a staff and children's file review. The Licensee and her assistant have proof of immunizations. Licensee has completed the Mandated Reporter certification and LPA advised that this training must be completed every two years. LPA advised Licensee to check with Child Action to inquire about the course offered in Spanish. The Licensee and the assistant have valid CPR/First Aid certificates which expire in March 2021. LPA observed that all of the required documentation was present in each child's file. |