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walls. Licensee Gholami stated that all the construction occurred in the past one to two years. Licensee states that he did not inform Licensing of the work being done. Licensees say they do not have a roster available for LPA to review. Licensee states that the work was permitted but they could not produce the permits. Licensee Gholami states that the newly created “playroom” is not used for children, but the space was not made inaccessible to children. LPA reminded Licensees that the according to fire clearance, the former garage area, now called playroom, cannot be used for the child care. Licensee will review with manager whether a new fire clearance is needed. LPA reminded that all off limits rooms must be made off limits through the use of latches, locks or gates. LPA observed that the big living room was left unlocked which made that room and two bedrooms and a bathroom accessible to children. Licensee locked the door while LPA was present. LPA observed chemicals under kitchen sink and a previously unreported laundry room off kitchen that had soaps and detergents on an open shelf which were removed while LPA was present. Licensee reminded that all items marked “keep out of reach of children” must be kept in inaccessible areas of the home. Licensee states that there are no weapons in the home. 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. Licensee Maryam’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on June 30, 2022. Licensee Gholami’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on April 30, 2023. Mandated Reporter Training was waived due to both Licensee’s first languages are not English. Licensee states that her last disaster drill was five months ago, but the Emergency Disaster drill log shows last disaster drill was 11/31/2019. Licensee reminded to conduct disaster drills every six months. Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. Areas used for child care include: living room, kitchen, dining area and bathroom #1. Off limits areas include: Big Living, Bedroom #1, bedroom #2, bedroom#3, bedroom#4, second kitchen, second living room, bathroom #2, bathroom #3 and are inaccessible through use of door locks and latches. There is There is a working phone at the facility. The licensee has sufficient safe age appropriate, toys and equipment available. Licensee now utilizes a neighborhood park for outdoor activities. LPA observed that Licensee did not have all required postings. LPA provided Licensees with a list of required postings.
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