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25 | On 08/10/23 at 1:00pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Ashley Akinleye and Christina Watts arrived at the home for an unannounced Required - 1 year inspection / random inspection. LPA met with Edith Molina. There were 7 preschool children in care during the inspection. Licensee stated that she only cares for children ages 3-5 years old. This family childcare home operates Tuesday - Friday 7:30a -4:30p. LPA verified that the licensee's phone number and email address on file are correct.
LPAs toured the home with Edith Molina, to conduct a health and safety inspection. The home is a two story home, and consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, garage and family area. LPAs observed that the home is neat and clean with heating and ventilation for the safety and comfort of children in care. The on-limit areas include entire downstairs (one bedroom, living room, kitchen, dining room, family room, bathroom), converted garage and middle/right side of backyard. The off-limit areas include left side of backyard, the entire second floor of home; 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry room and second floor loft. These areas are made inaccessible by closed and/or locked doors, gates, and visual supervision. LPA observed locks on lower cabinets to prevent access by children. The downstairs bedroom is used for isolation of sick children, away from other children in care. The fireplace in the living room is blocked to prevent access by children. The left side and central area of back yard is used for outdoor play and front yard and left side of backyard is off limits. LPAs did not observe any hazards or dangerous conditions in either yard. LPA observed an ample supply of age-appropriate toys, equipment and activities available for children both indoors and outdoors and observed that they are in good condition. LPAs did not observe any bodies of water, toxins, medications or hazardous items that would be accessible to children. The licensee stated that there are no firearms on the premises.
The home is equipped with fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers, a working carbon monoxide detector, working smoke detector, working telephone, and first aid kits and supplies. Licensee has proof of current CPR/First aid certificates, which expire on 01/2025. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 4/11/23. LPAs observed all of the required forms posted. LPAs reviewed children's files, staff files and obtained a copy of the current roster.
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