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25 | On December 3, 2021 at 2 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Chayntel Hunter and Elvira Sierra met with Licensee's daughter for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were no children present at the time of inspection. Licensee was not present during the inspection, but was available via telephone. Licensee's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 7 AM. to 5 PM. LPA verified the annual fees are current.
Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
A health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include the entire upstairs and the garage. Off limit areas are being made inaccessible by closed locked doors and baby gates. LPAs observed the required postings and a working phone. 2A10BC fire extinguisher meets regulations. LPAs observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and verified they were both functional. LPAs toured the kitchen area and verified knives and cleaners were inaccessible to children in care. Facility representative stated there are no weapons in the home. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Outdoor play space is fenced. LPAs observed living room area with age appropriate toys for children. LPAs observed a restroom and verified that hazardous and toxic items were inaccessible to children in care.
Children's files were reviewed. Emergency information and required immunization records were on file. LPAs observed a current roster. Licensee's immunization records for measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and the flu are available in the facility file. Current in-person EMSA pediatric CPR and First Aid certification was verified and expires 10/17/2022 and Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter certification was discussed.
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