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32 | LPA Rivera observed cleaning compounds items, stored in the bathroom inside top cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach. LPA observed the knives and sharp objects stored in the kitchen and observed a gate barrier installed making it inaccessible for children. For water drinking, licensee stated she provides fitter water. The licensee stated she provides meals. LPA informed licensee any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies or on medication.
LPA Rivera entered the bathroom and observed the toilet, hand washing sink, hand soap and LPA observed the bottom sink cabinet closed and did not observe hazard materials and observed the bathroom to be in good condition. LPA reminded licensee any personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children.
LPA Rivera asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. The licensee stated she has two dogs (Yorkie) and an in-ground pool. No poisons, firearms, and weapons. LPA did not observe pets, poisons, firearms, or weapons. The licensee was informed that if any poisons (ex; drano, rat poison or items that fall into that category), firearms and weapons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock and firearm and ammunition/firing pins must be stored separately.
Licensee informed LPA that an in-ground was installed on the premises about 3 months ago. LPA informed that the department was not aware of the installation of the in-ground pool. LPA informed prior to making alterations or additions to a family child care home or grounds, the licensee shall notify the department of the proposed changed.
LPA observed an in-ground pool in the backyard. LPA observed the pool to not be fence all around and informed licensee: (1) The swimming pool shall be equipped with, at minimum, the following drowning prevention safety features:
(A) An enclosure, including, but not limited to, a fence, wall, or other barrier that isolates the swimming pool from access to the family daycare home and has all of the following characteristics:
(i) An access gate that opens away from the swimming pool and is self-closing with a self-latching, key lockable device placed no lower than 60 inches above the ground.
(ii) A minimum height of 60 inches. |