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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Oscar Huang conducted an announced case management tele-inspection via video conference call (FaceTime) with Lijuan Chen, Licensee. The purpose of today's tele-inspection is to conduct an inspection in response to licensee's increase request. Licensee rents the home. A copy of lease agreement is on file. LPA observed six children (two infants & 4 preschoolers) & an adult assistant at home. Days and hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm. The adults that reside in the home are Licensee, her sister-in-law (also as an assistant).
Licensee agreed to give LPA a tour of the indoor/outdoor area via FaceTime during today's tele-inspection. The entire home was inspected for health and safety hazards.The main area of the home is used for the day care are living room, kitchen, bedroom #2, master bedroom & bathroom#1. LPA observed a screened fireplace. Off limit areas inside the home: master bathroom, bedroom #1, and the detached garage. LPA observed at least a combined functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detector on the living room ceiling, and one working carbon monoxide detector on the wall of kitchen above counter top, and a 3-A-40-BC fire extinguisher, fenced backyard, and no bodies of water. LPA observed sufficient materials, toys, and play equipment for the day care children. The home is clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. Applicant states that there are no weapons or pets in the home. Cleaning Products, toxic agents, medications, and sharp objects were inaccessible to children. LPA reminded licensee that smoking, drop side cribs, and baby walkers, bouncers, excer-saucers, jumpers etc. are not allowed in Family Child Care Homes.
A review of staff records on today indicates that all Facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPA reminded licensee of the applicable civil penalties for those adults who have not received fingerprint clearances, are not associated to the license and who come in contact with or provide care and supervision to the children.
Licensee stated she carries the child care liability insurance under DCI. LPA observed Licensee and her assistant have current CPR and First Aid certification expiring 06/2021 & 11/2021 respectively. LPA also observed licensee's proof of Preventative Health and Safety Child Care Training on file, taken on 06/09/2019, which includes an hour of nutrition.
Facility Evaluation Report dated 07/16/2020 to be continued on next page: |