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25 | LPAs Janet Tse and Susy Cervantes met with licensee Ramona Garcia for an annual/random inspection. LPAs explained the nature of today's visit to Licensee. At arrival, LPAs observed ten children including four infants and two school age with Licensee alone. Licensee was operating out of capacity/ratio. Another child was dropped off by the mother during the later part of the inspection. Licensee's daughter Viviana Garcia arrived at the home later from work at 2:19pm. Licensee stated that her daughter is also her assistant. Adults living in the home are Licensee, her husband, her daughters with two children ages eight months and 14 years old. Days and hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 6:00pm.
LPAs toured the indoor and outdoor of the home. LPAs observed a barricaded wall heater in the day care room. LPAs observed part of the upper molding of the wall was missing, and spray foam insulation was exposed. Off limits indoor: master bedroom, two bedrooms, master bathroom, and one bedroom. There are no bodies of water. Licensee stated there is no firearms/weapons in the home. Sharp objects, medicines, poisons and cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children. Backyard is fenced. LPAs observed a 9' x 12' 2'' storage shed with stucco and roofing in the back yard. Due to the location, construction, and the size of the storage shed, fire clearance will be ordered to ensure it is in compliance with city codes for the safety of the day care children. LPAs also observed a covered patio with electrical wiring. LPAs observed a dog in the backyard. Licensee stated the dog is vaccinated. Off limits outdoor: laundry room and both side yards. LPA reminded licensee that she can only have 14 children with an assistant according to her license.
Fire extinguisher is size 3A40BC and filled. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are operable. Home is clean and orderly with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. LPA observed sufficient materials, toys, and play equipment for the day care children. Telephone is in working order. Children were supervised on the visit and LPA went over substitute options. LPA also discussed if licensee transports children, they are never to be left in parked vehicles.
Facility Evaluation Report dated 08/14/2019 to be continued on next page: |