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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Silva and Licensing Program Manager Maria Mayorga met with licensee Rachel Bloomgren for an unannounced random annual inspection. The census included 12 children ages 6 months, 1, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8. Also present on today's date was Rachel's assistant, Chloe Dart. Licensee is registered with the Bean Stalk Food Program. LPA toured areas of the home accessible to children in care. Off-limit areas include: Main house, Garage, and Duck Pond Area. Licensee acknowledges that children may never enter these off-limit areas. The backyard is fenced and gated. LPA observed a swing set/ Jungle Gym which is cemented into ground and a tool shed/barn in backyard which is located behind a fence, making it inaccessible to children. Fireplace was observed and contains a screen and is inaccessible to children.
LPA observed current CPR/First Aid certificates which expire on 4/5/2021. LPA observed Mandated Reporter training is current and will expire 1/4/2020. LPA reviewed children’s files. A child roster is maintained. LPA observed fire drills were conducted at least once every six months and documented. Facilities hours of operation are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Monday thru Friday and other hours as arranged. Licensee states she does not transport children. All Adult residents have criminal record clearances and are associated to the facility.
LPA observed that there were no hazardous items accessible to children. LPA observed that cleaning materials were inaccessible to children. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. Fire extinguisher 2A10BC, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector meet regulation. Currently, licensee does have several pets (dogs, horses, chickens, cats, peacocks, etc.) that are inaccessible to children. Toys appear to be safe and age appropriate. There is a working telephone. Adequate supervision is being provided during this visit. The capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. Staff-child ratios are maintained. All adults who reside or work in the home have a criminal record clearance or exemption.
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