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25 | An unannounced random inspection was conducted today. Upon arrival LPA observed two children in care with the licensee. One child was observed having lunch consisting of ground beef with potatoes, rice and lentils. Milk was also served today. LPA conducted a tour of the home to ensure the health and safety of children. Licensee is using the following areas for daycare: dining, living room, playroom, kitchen, hallway bathroom and outside patio/backyard. The following areas are off-limits to children: Second floor. These areas are inaccessible to children via barricade at the bottom of the stairs. The licensee is present in the home and ensures that children in care are supervised at all times. The licensee has maintained capacity specified on the license. Each child has safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment.
There is a spa present in the backyard that is inaccessible to children via fencing as specified by regulation. Mrs. Gaitan stated that she does not maintain any weapons in the home. All cleaners, toxics, and other hazardous substances are inaccessible to children in care via storage in the laundry room and in the cabinet above the kitchen counter. Fire extinguisher and smoke detectors present in the home meet State Fire Marshall standards. The home is kept clean and orderly with sufficient ventilation for safety and comfort. The home provides toys, and materials. The home maintains a working telephone service. Stairs are fenced or barricaded (where that are children less than five years old present). Facility has a cabon monoxide detector that meet the statutory requirements.
The home has a current roster of the children. The home conducts fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, and documents the date and time of each drill. Licensee documents immunizations and maintains and updates records for children in care. Licensee provides the child’s parent or representative with a copy of the Family Child Care Home Notification of parents’ rights.
The licensee and other personnel has completed training on Preventative Health Practices including Pediatric CPR and First aid. Licensee’s CPR & First Aid certificate are valid through November 2019.
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