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25 | On June 22, 2023, at 9:40 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jo Ann Legaspi conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with the Licensee Olga Ramirez. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted facility entry by the Licensee. The Licensee, a helper and eleven (11) children were present in the facility during this inspection. This facility is a two (2) story, four (4) bedroom, three (3) bathroom house. Licensee accompanied LPA during this inspection. The following areas used for childcare are: the downstairs – one (1) bedroom, one (1) bathroom, living room, dining room, the family room and the fenced backyard. The family room shares an open floor concept with the kitchen. The off limit areas are the top floor; stairs to the top floor are barricaded with a child safety gate. Cabinet locks are on kitchen cabinets.
The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. Hazardous items were observed inaccessible to children during this inspection. The Licensee has available toys, play equipment and materials. Licensee states children play in the fenced backyard. Licensee was reminded that continuous supervision is to be given to children whenever engaged in outdoor activities. No bodies of water were observed on the premises during the inspection. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home.
Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire in May 2025. Licensee has required immunizations. Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 05/24/2023. The facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 03/03/2023.
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. |