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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Tyra Block, conducted an announced Pre-Licensing tele-inspection for relocation with Zamzam Abdi, due to COVID-19 . The single story apartment home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. The fire extinguisher (3A40BC), carbon monoxide detector, and smoke detector meet requirements and are operational. All hazardous items were locked and secured out of reach of children. There are no bodies of water in the home. Applicant states that there are no weapons in the home. CPR and First Aid expire on 12/31/2021. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Staff immunization requirements were met. Applicant rents the home and has provided proof of control of property. Fire clearance granted on 5/20/20.
Applicant will be using the following rooms for childcare: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, hallway Bathroom, Bedroom, and Patio. Off limits areas include: the Master Bedroom and Master Bathroom, and the Patio with the washer and dryer. Off-limit areas are inaccessible through the use of door knob cover and window lock on sliding glass door affixed at the top. The applicant has some toys and equipment available and states she has ordered additional. The fenced patio is gated and available for outdoor activities.
Applicant was reminded of requirements for children’s records, child abuse, and unusual incident reporting, immunizations, adults living or working in the home and associated civil penalties, applicant was also reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, walkers, exersaucers, bouncy seats and jumpers are not allowed in day care. All equipment that is used should be used only as intended by the manufacturer. LPA provided information regarding Effects of Lead and COVID-19. Safe Sleep Regulations/SIDS and Shaken Baby Syndrome were also discussed. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov. |