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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amanda Blesi met with Licensee, Serita McKeever, for the purpose of an unannounced required 1-year inspection. Also present today was assistant, Dorian, and licensee's spouse. LPA observed a total census of 11 day care children a fourteen year old assistant and licensee's two minor children over age 10. There were no infants in care today.
At 4:40 p.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 upstairs, laundry room and garage. 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. Per Licensee, there are no weapons in the home There is an above ground pool on the property which is surrounded by a see-through mesh fence that is at least 5 feet high. LPA observed the gate to self-close and self-latch. There are no windows or doors that provide direct access into the pool area. 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.
LPA reviewed five children’s files. A current roster is being maintained and fire and disaster drills are documented. Current CPR and First Aid certification was verified and expires 7/9/2024, and AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training was verified for the Licensee and expires 7/2023. (Report continues LIC 809-C) |