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25 | On 3/17/23 at 10:45am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monica Mathur conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection at Maria Rubio's Family Child Care Home. At first no one came to the door. LPA called and left a voicemail for Licensee. Door to the home was unlocked and LPA observed children inside. After several minutes Helper, Enoelia Flores came to the door. Enoelia stated Licensee, Maria had a medical appointment and was not present at home. LPA explained the purpose of today’s inspection and was granted permission to enter the facility. Present in the home were 6 day care children (3 infants, 3 preschool age) with Helper. Facility is in compliance with required ratios today.
LPA toured the INDOOR spaces of the home which is a single floor home.
IN USE AREAS: Entry area near kitchen, Play room, Living/Dining space, 1 bedroom for naps (middle room), Bathroom in hallway, Kitchen.
OFF LIMITS: 2 bedrooms, Renters' residences (two separate in-law units), Detached garage, 3 outdoor storage sheds
LPA observed 2 infants napping in the middle nap room. Hallway door leading to the bedroom and bedroom door were closed. There was a blanket in one crib in which an infant was sleeping. Helper stated she checks infants every 15 minutes but was unaware of the Sleep Log. There were sufficient materials, toys, and play equipment for the day care children in the home. Children were engaged in various activities under the supervision of Helper. All detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other similar items are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment, such as cribs, mats, feeding chairs, and tables were age appropriate and in good condition. There were no baby walkers, jumpers or bouncers observed on the premises. The home is sanitary, orderly, and safe for the day care children. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher and working smoke / carbon monoxide detectors. Licensee has a pet cat. All required postings were observed posted on a wall.
OUTDOOR space was inspected. Children use the far end of the backyard for outdoor activity. They walk through the pathway between the renter's unit on left and detached garage on right side; through the gate, into the play yard. The yard is fenced on all sides. No bodies of water were observed. 3 Storage sheds are locked. |