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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samantha Yip conducted an unannounced annual random inspection. LPA met with Licensee Patricia Lucero and explained the reason for the inspection. Present during the inspection were Licensee, her brother, and 10 children, whom one was infant age. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7AM to 530PM. There is working phone.
LPA toured the inside and the outside of the home with Licensee. The off-limit areas of the home are the master bedroom, all four bedrooms, the garage, the right and left side of the backyard. There are no stairs in the home. There is fireplace in the home, which is barricaded to prevent access by children. Disinfectants, cleaning supplies, and other items that are dangerous to children in care were stored inaccessible. LPA observed there is sufficient amount of toys and equipment for children. Furniture and equipment, such as tables, chairs, napping mats, play yard, and play structure, were in good condition. LPA observed the bathroom for children's use. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 08/2019. Licensee stated there are no weapons, such as firearms, stored in the home.
The backyard is used and is fenced. There is play structure that is anchored to the ground. LPA reminded Licensee to ensure that the gates leading to the off-limit area are closed before children go outside. LPA also discussed with Licensee about sweeping the backyard for anything that could pose a risk to the children, such as loose screws. LPA did not observe any bodies of water during today's inspection.
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