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25 | On August 17, 2021 at 1:40 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gloria Gonzalez conducted an announced prelicensing inspection with applicant, Karla Morales. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted a tour into the facility by the Applicant. Purpose of the inspection is to ensure that the home is in compliance with standards established in CCR, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, for Family Child Care Homes. This two story, five bedroom, 3 bath home was toured and inspected. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Applicant will use the following areas for child care: living room, bathroom 1, bedroom 1, kitchen, dining room, and backyard. Off limits areas include: laundry room, garage, and entire upstairs (bedroom 2,3,4,5, bathroom 2,3). They are made inaccessible to day care children through the use of doorknob covers and a safety gate. Applicant will utilize the backyard for outdoor activities The backyard was fenced at the time of the inspection. The upstairs is not used and is gated off at the bottom of the stairway and the applicant understands the gate must be in place when children under five years are present during day care hours. Applicant stated there is no fireplace on the premises. There are no bodies of water observed during time of inspection. The fire extinguisher is rated 2A 10B:C and is located in the dining room, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors meet requirements and are operational. Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, and medicines are inaccessible to children in care and are located in off limit areas with cupboard latches and secured out of reach of children. Children’s toys and play equipment are available. The applicant has a working telephone/cell phone. Applicant states there are no firearms or other weapons in the home.
Applicant maintains documentation of proof of control of property for review by the Department. Applicant has completed the Mandated Reporter AB1207 training certification on 8/24/20. Applicant has completed the 8 hours of preventative health. Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications expire on 8/2022. Required documents are posted. Applicant and adult residents in the home have criminal record clearances on file. Applicant was advised that any new/additional adults must be cleared prior to working or residing in home. LPA advised that prior to making alterations or additions to the home or grounds, the applicant shall notify the Department of the proposed change. Applicant states they are financially secure to operate a family child care home for children and will comply with all regulations and laws governing family child care homes. |