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25 | On 09/01/23 at 10:08am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jennifer Lott conducted an unannounced Annual Licensing Inspection. LPA was greeted at the front door by Licensee, Tonya Moran and granted entry after identifying herself and disclosing the purpose of her visit. The licensee is using the following areas for daycare: Living room, kitchen, dining room, bedroom #1 & #2, day care room, hall bathroom and backyard. Off limit areas include: All upstairs, garage, bedroom #3, front yard and pool. The facility currently has 11 children in care of which 4 were infants. Licensee provided a copy of their current roster and is operating within the licensed ratio and capacity.
A review of staff records indicate that all individuals requiring a caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions.
At 10:20am, LPA tested the carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and fire extinguisher located in the kitchen/hall area. All devices were functional. At 10:30am LPA observed the swimming pool located in the backyard. Fencing is 5ft in height and fencing that does not obscure the pool from view. Pool gate swings away from the pool and self latches. Fence is made of mesh and does not bend upon impact. Bottom of the fence is no more than 4 inches from the hard-surfaced ground. Fencing will remain place and properly functioning whenever there are licensed children in care. Remaining outdoor area for play is fenced and free of hazards. Licensee does not maintain any weapons or ammunition in the home.
There are no open face heaters/fireplaces. Where children less than 5 years old are in care, stairs are fenced and/or barricaded. Storage for poisons, detergents, medications are stored securely and inaccessible. The last disaster/fire drill was conducted on 08/16/2023. The home is kept clean and orderly with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. The home provides safe toys, play equipment and materials. |