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25 | On 4/18/2024 at 8:40AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis Gomez met with Licensee, Ana Fernandez. The purpose of the visit was explained and was for an Unannounced/ Random Inspection. Present was the licensee and 2 assistants caring for 3 children. All children present were infant-age. Adults present have criminal record clearances on file. Per licensee, the days and hours of operations are: Monday- Friday 8:00 AM.- 5:00 PM. The areas of the home designated for childcare are: Lower Level: Playroom #1; Bedroom #1; Bedroom #2; Bathroom #1; Backyard Area; and Gated Front Yard. The areas of the home designated as off- limit are: Lower Level: Garage, Entire Second level: Bedroom #3, #4; Bathroom #2; Kitchen; and Living Room. LPA inspected home for health and safety hazards.
At 8:45AM., the following was observed: Facility was clean and orderly with age-appropriate playthings available for the children. Floor and ground surfaces were clear of any obstructions or hazards. Accessible toys, puzzles and books were in good repair. For food services, facility has wide- based feeding chairs. LPA observed a table and several chairs, scaled to the proper size. Bathroom #1 was maintained clean with fixtures in operating condition. Facility was the proper temperature with ventilation and adequate lighting.
For scheduled nap, LPA observed infant play pens and beds in bedrooms #1 and #2. The play pens inspected were equipped with tight fitting mattress and sheets. Per licensee, napping linens are washed every week. The off-limit areas of the home have been made inaccessible. Detergents, cleaning compound, toxins and items which pose a danger have been stored inaccessible to children. Licensee’s home had functioning telephone service; carbon monoxide/ smoke detector combination detector; and fire extinguisher: 2A:10BC. First aid kit was reviewed during inspection.
At 9:05AM., LPA inspected licensee’s backyard and gated front yard areas. Areas were completely enclosed with turf installed for added safety. Home does not have any pools, fishpond, jacuzzi, or bodies of water.
LPA reminded licensee to remove accessible chairs with peeled paint. Advisory Note: Technical Violation (LIC9102TV) was issued.
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