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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amanda Blesi and Lea Habtom met with Licensee, Ruby Lee, for the purpose of an unannounced required 1-year inspection. The licensee's husband, Kevin Porter, was present during the inspection. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. At 9:10 a.m. LPAs observed a total census of 4 children including 1 infant over 12 months, 2 2 year olds and a 3 year old.
At 9:15 a.m., Licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility, and a health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include entire 2nd floor, laundry room, kitchen, attached/detached garage and shed. Licensee acknowledged that children must never enter these areas. LPA observed the required postings, a working phone, 2A10BC fire extinguisher, and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. LPA did not observe bodies of water at the facility. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Fireplace is barricaded to prevent access by children. Stairs were barricaded to prevent access when children under 5 are present. Outdoor play space is fenced.
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.
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