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25 | On 01/26/2022, at 2:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dana Stevens conducted a case management inspection for the purpose of an increase in capacity with the Licensee Tania Machado. LPA toured the inside and outside of the facility. Four (4) children, ages 2-5 and one child age 22 months were present with licensee during this inspection. This facility is a single-story, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home. The following areas are used for childcare: Living room, dining room, kitchen, daycare room, bathroom. Off limits areas are both bedrooms. Licensee did not have the appropriate safety latches to make these rooms inaccessible.
The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available for children’s use. The home has a side yard available for outdoor activities. Licensee stated there are no bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed locked storage area(s) for firearms. Firearm and ammunition were stored and locked separately. 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. Children’s records were reviewed and found complete. Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 06/2023. Licensee has required immunization. The fire clearance for 14 children was granted/received on 12/01/2022. LPA provided and discussed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms, and ensure that all adults residing or working in the home have criminal background clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare |