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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jan Hoshida, met with Licensee, Sandy Matos, for an unannounced random annual inspection and toured areas of the home accessible to children in care. Off-limit areas include garage, laundry room, all three bedrooms and the right and left side yards. Licensee acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. The census included ten children. Also present was Licensee’s assistant. Licensee stated there are no new residents in the home since licensure. All adult residents have criminal record clearances. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 5:45pm.
LPA discussed recent changes in licensing requirements, including the posting of licensing inspection notices and reports and Parent Notification Requirements. LPA reviewed some children’s files. LPA observed fire drills were conducted once a month and documented.
LPA observed that there were no hazardous items accessible to children. LPA observed fireplace which was screened. LPA observed that cleaning materials were inaccessible. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. Fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector meet regulation. Toys appear to be safe. The backyard is fenced and gated. There are no bodies of water observed.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/(800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.
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