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32 | LPAs entered the children’s bathroom in the hallway and observed a working toilet, working sink with hand soap. The cabinet under the sink did not have any hazardous items. Next LPAs inspected cabinets and closet door in the hallway and did not observe any hazards. LPAs observed child safety knobs on the doors to prevent children access to the office area, adult bathroom and bedroom used by the licensee (first door on the left). Licensee stated that his personal belongings are not stored in the adult bathroom and instead in his bedroom. LPAs reminded licensee that personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children. Licensee’s bedroom was observed to have a saucer and children car seats. Licensee stated that items stored in his bedroom is due to current changes in transition to a new facility. LPAs reminded licensee that the following items are not permitted in a family child care facility: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, trampolines, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories.
At 10:30 a.m., LPA toured the bedroom that the children use and observed small children’s beds, cots and a playpen each with tight-fitted sheets and no loose articles in it. Licensee stated the linen are washed everyday at facility. Licensee stated that there are baby monitors in the bedroom and outdoor play area.
Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. Children use hallway to exit to the backyard with supervision. In the hallway, LPA observed laundry detergent and reminded licensee that it must be made inaccessible to children and observed him move it immediately. The outdoor patio had a ladder which licensee was asked to move to make inaccessible and potty training seat. Licensee stated the outdoor’s surface maintenance is scheduled by his father, therefore the leave debris will be taken care of. LPAs observed a couch area with shade for children to relax on, play structures, playhouses, small slides, carts, and bikes. LPAs observed detached garage and licensee states that it is used for storage and is inaccessible to the children.
LPAs asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, or weapons, or bodies of water. Licensee stated they do not have any of the above-mentioned and LPAs did not observe any. 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 must be stored separately.
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