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25 | A Required inspection was made to the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Melchisedeck Augustin. A review of staff records on 02/19/20 indicates that not all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPA interviewed A1 at 9:59am and A1 confirmed that she is an adult that began working at the facility since 02/06/20. According to A1, her duties included supervision of the children, changing diapers and serving preparing and serving snacks to the children. LPA assessed an immediate $500 Civil Penalty because the Licensee did not ensure that A1 obtained a criminal record clearance prior to working at the home. There is currently one adult living in the home.
During today’s inspection the home and grounds were toured. The licensee and one adult (A1) were supervising six children, and operating within the licensed capacity and ratio requirements. No children were observed left in any parked vehicle. The facility’s operating hours are 7:00am to 6:00pm, Mon–Fri. The floor plan submitted by the licensee was reviewed and verified. The off-limits areas of the home are three bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen and the garage, and were made inaccessible by children's safety gates. The home was observed to be clean and orderly, and was at a comfortable indoor temperature of 69 degrees Fahrenheit. There were safe toys and equipment available for children. The licensee stated there is a working telephone in the home. The licensee’s pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications were reviewed, and expire on 07/13/21. At 9:27am, LPA requested evidence of negative TB clearance for A1, however, the Licensee could not furnish evidence of negative TB clearance for A1. At 9:28am, LPA requested proof of immunity against the Measles, Pertussis and Influenza for A1, however, the Licensee could not furnish required immunization for A1. Items which could pose a danger to children (such as detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, etc.) were observed to be stored out of the reach of children. LPA did not observe any poison. The facility does not have any stairs/staircase. The fireplace has been made inaccessible with a screen. The LPA observed a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher, rated at least 2A10BC, in the home. The roster of children in care was reviewed and was current. |