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25 | On Thursday, September 22nd, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Ferrara conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee Mary Anne O'Shaughnessy. LPA observed there were currently 12 children in care with the Licensee and an assistant. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. LPA observed that the Licensing annual fees are current.
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.
Off limit areas include: Entire upstairs, laundry room, garage, and right side yard. Licensee acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. LPA conducted a health and safety inspection and observed that the facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair with proper ventilation. LPA observed the proper documents were posted where visible to parents. LPA observed that the cleaning compounds, medications, and sharp objects were kept inaccessible to children. LPA observed a 2A-10-BC fire extinguisher which is accessible. LPA observed the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are functioning properly. The facility has adequate toys that are safe for children to use. The backyard is fenced and LPA observed there were no bodies of water. Licensee stated there are no firearms in the home.
LPA observed a current children's roster, fire drill log and safe sleep log. LPA reviewed children’s files and observed that all the required documentation was present in each child's file. LPA observed the CPR/1st aide certificate was current and expires February 2024. LPA observed a current Mandated Reporter certificate for the Licensee and assistants. Licensee was reminded the Child Care portion must be completed every two years. LPA reviewed the assistant files and observed the required documentation was present in each staff file. |