All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected, including but not limited to, off limit areas. This is a one-story home that consists of three. Areas that the children will use include living room, one bathroom and back yard. Off limit areas include, three bedrooms, dining room, kitchen and front yard. Rooms are made inaccessible with a child lock. The Applicant understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. Individuals in the home have been discussed and noted.

Areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness. LPA observed equipment, toys and age appropriate material for children in the main care areas. LPA observed operable telephone service via cell phone. Facility has ventilation and heating via wall unit. Detergents and cleaning compounds that can pose a danger to children are made inaccessible in a locked cabinet under the kitchen sink.

Medication and knives are stored in a locked kitchen cabinet. LPA did not observe hazardous items in the kitchen. Per Applicant there are no poisons in the home. The Applicant was advised that any poisons must be locked, not only inaccessible. Children will nap on cots or mats in the living room.

Applicant has three dogs. Per Applicant, dogs will be kept away from the children in care. Per Applicant, there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons.

The Applicant states that she will provide food for children in care. LPA reminded applicant that any food brought from the children’s homes shall be labeled with child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Applicant was reminded that they shall be present in the home and ensure children are supervised at all times. If Applicant temporarily leaves the home they must ensure a substitute adult with required training and documents supervise the children in their absence.

The Applicant has completed the required Health and Safety Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR and Mandated Reporter Training. Applicant has proof of immunization against measles, pertussis and flu declination on file.

Applicant states that at this time they do not plan to care for infants 0-24 months old. LPA informed Applicant of the new Safe sleep regulations, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months and 15 minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months.

Outdoor play area is located in the backyard. LPA observed that the backyard is fenced and free of hazards. The outdoor play area has equipment, toys and age appropriate material for children. LPA did not observe any pool, spas or bodies of water on the premises.

Isolation area for sick children waiting to pick up by a parent will be located in the dining room, away from other children. Capacity was discussed with Applicant and handout provided.

Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information , see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

LPA reviewed with Applicant the LIC 311D, Forms/Records To Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children’s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted.

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Once licensed, the Applicant is required to adhere to the terms and limitation as stated on the license. Exit interview was conducted with Applicant Brenda Mendez. A copy of this report and all other Licensing reports must be made available to the public for 3 years.