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25 | On Tuesday, November 30th, 2021, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Ferrara conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee Sharon Petterborg. LPA observed there was currently one child in care with the Licensee and an assistant. Facility hours of operation are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. LPA observed proper ratio and capacity was being followed. LPA observed that the facility annual fees are current. Licensee was reminded that if no assistants are present, she must revert to the small license capacity.
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: Upstairs, garage, kitchen/dining/living room, two downstairs bedrooms, bathroom, north 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 there were no hazardous items accessible to children including cleaning compounds, medications, or sharp objects. Fire extinguisher is in working condition and 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 Licensee acknowledged that in areas that are not fenced, 100% supervision is required. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on the premises and Licensee stated there are no firearms.
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