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25 | On July 26, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stacey Williams conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee, Daisy Stephens . LPA observed eleven children supervised by Licensee and her Assistant . Criminal record clearances have been verified. Facility fees were reviewed and are current. Licensee stated there are no new residents in the home since licensure. Licensee operation hours are Monday- Friday: 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM and does not provide overnight care.
LPA and Licensee toured the facility during the inspection. Off limit areas: entire upstairs, master bedroom and the garage. The backyard is fenced. There are no bodies of water at the home. The outdoor area has a trampoline that is secured to the ground and has mesh netting that surrounds the unit. Licensee was advised that manufacture’s guidance for age requirements is to be met at all times while in use during childcare hours. Licensee stated that there is a pet dog in the home that does not interact with the children in care. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home.
LPA conducted record reviews during the inspection. Child files, Licensee, and her Assistant’s files were reviewed. LPA discussed mandated reporter training with the Licensee. Licensee and her Assistant have current Mandated Reporter training on file. Licensee understands Mandated Reporter training is to be completed every two years. CPR/First Aid certification was reviewed for Licensee. Certification expiration date is 2/2024. LPA observed that Licensee has current fire drills logs with drills being conducted at least once every six months and documented.
LPA observed that there were no hazardous items accessible to children. LPA observed that cleaning materials were inaccessible. Fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector meet regulation standards. Toys appear to be safe.
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence of the licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
REPORT CONTINUED ON SUBSEQUENT PAGE, LIC 809 C
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