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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samantha Yip conducted an unannounced annual random inspection. LPA met with Licensee Kimberly Thunderbull and explained the reason for the inspection. Present during the inspection were Licensee, her son, who helps at the day care, and 7 children.
LPA toured in the inside and outside of the home. The off-limit areas of the home are living room, formal dining room, laundry room, the garage, and the entire upstairs. LPA discussed with Licensee about informing LPA if she would like to make any of the off-limit rooms accessible to the children. There are stairs and a fireplace. The fireplace is barricaded to prevent access to children. Licensee placed a barricade on the hallway which leads to the stairs. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and all other items that are dangerous to children were observed to be securely stored and inaccessible to children. The furniture and the equipment, such as tables, chair, napping mats, and play yard, were age-appropriate and in good condition. The floors were clean and free of tripping hazard. LPA observed there is sufficient amount of age-appropriate toys for children in care. Bathroom for children’s use were observed to be safe and sanitary. There were no baby walkers or bouncers observed to be in use during today's inspection. Licensee understands that baby walkers and bouncers are not permitted in the home. Licensee stated that there are no weapons stored on the premise. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide detector, and smoke detector. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 08/2019. LPA reminded Licensee to document the date of fire/disaster drills.
The backyard is used and is fenced. There is a play structure in the backyard, which is anchored to the ground. Other play equipment and toys were in good condition. There were no bodies of water observed during today's inspection.
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