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32 | Per applicant, the first bedroom will be used for children ages 2 to 3 years old. There are age appropriate toys and equipment present in the room. The closet in the bedroom had storage of napping blankets and linens. LPAs discussed with applicant the need for mats or cots. Continuing back to the hallway, the bathroom on the right was reviewed. Bathroom was observed to be safe and free of hazards. Medications and other dangers were observed to be behind the mirror cabinet, out of reach of the children ages to be served. The next bedroom, across the hall, was reviewed. Per applicant, this room will be used for children ages 4-6. Age appropriate toys and equipment were available.
In the hallway, at 9:25am, LPAs reviewed a cabinet that has a sticker noting a fire extinguisher is present. Applicant showed LPA the fire extinguisher serviced 07/30/2024, as read by applicant from the service tag. LPA observed Fire Extinguisher was anchored to the wall in the cabinet. Applicant also tested the carbon monoxide detector in the hallway. It sounded off its alarm and was heard by LPAs to be functional.
The tour continued through the laundry room, from the hallway, which will be used for children to walk through to the back yard. Detergents, cleaning supplies, and other chemicals are stored and kept out of reach to children in care. There are first aid supplies available. There is emergency supplies in the closet in the laundry room. Per applicant, the kitchen will be accessible. LPA observed sharp knives were placed up high in cabinet.
The backyard was reviewed. There were age appropriate toys and equipment present for children to utilize. LPAs observed a shed with a padlock, making it inaccessible for children in care. Bikes and small benches were observed. Backyard was observed to be safe. No poisons are kept in the home. Per applicant, there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water present at the home.
Applicant has proof of CPR and First Aid training as indicated on the certificate. The applicant does have proof of Health and Safety training (completion date: 06/19/2024), Pediatric First Aid and CPR (ex. 05/2026). Mandated Reporter training was completed and expires: 06/21/2026. The applicant does have proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, tuberculosis, and measles.
The following was discussed with the applicant:
-In the absence of the licensee a qualified adult must be present supervising the children; a qualified adult is an individual who has a valid and current adult/infant CPR & Pediatric First Aid certification and a valid criminal record clearance associated to the facility license.
-A current roster of children enrolled must be available and maintained for a period of three years, even after children no longer are attending the facility. REPORT CONTINUES PAGE 2 of 5 |