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25 | An unannounced Required - 1 Year inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst L. Dyer. LPA arrived at the facility at 9:45 a.m. The licensee and assistant were present with 4 day care children (1 infant and 3 preschool-age). Facility is in compliance with licensed capacity and facility ratios. All staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Phone number and e-mail address are current.
The day care area of the home was inspected. Areas licensed for child care: living/dining room, 1 bedroom and bathroom. The bedroom has been added. Licensee also has a small garage area. It was specifically discussed that the garage area could not be used as the primary area for the child care. Licensee can use this area as an extension of play or for specialized projects only. Off-limit areas will be made inaccessible to children by closed and/or locked doors; gates; and visual supervision.
The home was clean and orderly, with adequate heating ventilation. There were safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment available to children at the time of this inspection. There were a variety of books and toys for children's use. There was a working smoke detector (tested); a fully charged 3-A:40-B:C fire extinguisher; a first aid kit, and a carbon monoxide detector. There was no fireplace. There are no hazardous materials, medicines, or cleaning solutions accessible to children during this inspection. Hazardous items are locked, inaccessible to children. Licensee stated there were no firearms or bodies of water on the premises.
Guidance for Child Care Providers and Programs (version June 29, 2021), New Safe Sleep Regulations, and Individual Sleeping Plans for Infants were provided and discussed with the licensee. There are no children under 12 months of age. Bedding is washed weekly.
Back yard area is securely fenced. Licensee has a slide, swings, portable basketball hoop, balls, a trampoline and other outdoor toys for child play. LPA pointed out areas in the backyard where additional care should be taken to watch children. Licensee was requested to place padding/cushioning under the trampoline; and to follow the directions/instructions provide for the Little Tykes trampoline regarding inspection timeline, number of persons in the trampoline, spotters, etc. (continued) |