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32 | LPA observed there were no defects or conditions which might endanger the children. All electrical outlets in the home were covered. The LPA observed there were no poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger, accessible to children. Per applicant, there are no weapons or firearms of any kind in the facility currently. The LPA did not observe any weapons.
LPA advised, mattresses shall be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate to the mattress size, fits tightly on the mattress, and overlaps the underside of the mattress so it cannot be dislodged. Mattresses shall be made specifically for the size crib or play yard in which they are placed.
LPA advised, cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles, objects, bumper pads shall not be used, and there shall be no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. Per Health and Safety Code Sections 1596.846(b) and (c), LPA advised, baby walkers, bouncers, Johnny jumpers, trampolines, and saucer chairs are not permitted.
LPA discussed when a child shows signs of illness, he/she shall be separated from other children until the nature of the illness determined. If it is a communicable disease, he/she shall be separated from other children until the infectious stage is over. The Isolation area will be located in living room.
Children will utilize the back yard to play. Outdoor play area was observed to be fenced, and Per applicant, when children are having outside time, they will ensure 100% supervision and never leave children unattended.
LPA observed a pool located in backyard. Pool was observed to be inaccessible by the use of surrounding the pool with a fence. The fence was observed to be 5 feet. Fence was observed to not obscure the pool from view. Pool gate was observed to swing away from the pool, self-close, and have a self-latching device located no more than six inches from the top of the gate.
LPA discussed, the applicant shall be present in the home and shall ensure that children in care and always supervised. When circumstances require the licensee to be temporarily absent from the home, the licensee shall arrange for a substitute adult to care for and supervise the children during his/her absence. Temporary absences shall not exceed 20 percent of the hours that the facility is providing care per day.
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