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25 | Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Joleen Kenney and Karyn Guerra met with the licensee, Katherine Swanson, for the purpose of an unannounced annual random inspection. The licensee's husband (assistant), and son were also present during the inspection. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Hours of operation for the facility are 7:00AM-6:00PM, Monday thru Friday. Census at the time of inspection was 8 children including 6 preschool, 1 Kindergarten, and 1 First Grade child(ren).
A health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include the Garage, Laundry room, Office, and Upstairs. Licensee acknowledged that children must never enter these areas. LPA reviewed the required postings, observed a working phone, 2A10BC fire extinguisher, and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. There is a fenced pool on the premises with a gate that self closes and swings away from the pool. LPA will follow up with management regarding locked windows in the home facing the pool. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Stairs and fireplace are appropriately barricaded to prevent access by children, and outdoor play space is fenced.
Children’s files were reviewed. LPA reviewed immunization records and observed signed Family Child Care Home Notification of Parents' Rights in children's files. LPAs reviewed maintenance of a facility roster, and observed documentation of fire and disaster drills. The licensee's immunization records for pertussis (Tdap), and the flu are available in the facility file. Current in person EMSA CPR and First Aid certification was verified and expires 8/2019 and AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training was reviewed.
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