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25 | On 01/27/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Soleil Marx met with Licensee, Sara Matte, for an unannounced annual inspection. During the inspection there was a census of ten children in care being supervised by the licensee and assistant. Ages of children were verified during file review to ensure ratio/capacity were adhered to. Facilities hours of operation are Monday through Friday 07:30 AM to 05:30 PM.
Off limit areas include: Garage, upstairs, rental cottage, and side yard. Licensee understands that children may never enter off-limit areas. LPA observed the off-limit areas of the home were inaccessible by baby gates, locked/closed doors, and supervision.
A health and safety inspection was conducted in the areas accessible to children. LPA observed a working telephone, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher within the home. LPA observed home was sanitary, safe, and orderly. LPA observed that hazardous items: detergents, cleaning compounds, medication, sharp utensils, and other items that could pose a danger to children in care, are properly stored out of children's reach in up-high cabinets and child locked cabinets. LPA observed a variety of age-appropriate toys, equipment, and materials available to children within the home. LPA observed fireplace and stairs within the home are properly barricaded to meet regulations. LPA observed supervision and personal rights regulations being adhered to. Licensee stated there are no poisons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. Licensee understands that if there are any poisons in the home, all poisons must be locked with a key lock or combination lock.
LPA reviewed facility, staff, and children's records. LPA observed all required postings were posted and visible to authorized representatives. LPA observed a complete children's roster maintained and a fire drill log with drills being conducted and documented at least every six months. The last fire drill was conducted 08/2024. LPA reviewed records of children’s files and verified all files contained the required licensing forms. LPA reviewed records of Licensee and assistant files and verified both files contained the required licensing forms and documentation. LPA verified Licensee has current EMSA approved pediatric CPR/First Aid training, which expires 03/2025. Mandated Reporter Training for licensee and assistant expired 03/2023. Licensee understands both CPR and mandated reporter training's’ must be completed every two years.
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