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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amanda Blesi met with Licensee, Ban Zgaer, for the purpose of an unannounced required 1-year inspection. The licensee's husband and assistant were also present during the inspection. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. At 11::20a.m. LPA observed a total census of 9 children including 1 infant over 12 months, 1 infant under 12 months, and 7 preschool children.
At 11:30 a.m., Licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility, and a health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include main house living area. The day care is conducted entirely in the converted garage which has it's own bathroom and kitchen. LPA is requesting a new LIC 999 facility to update the off limit areas. Licensee acknowledged that children must never enter these areas. LPA observed the required postings, a working phone, 2A10BC fire extinguisher, and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. LPA not observe bodies of water at the facility. There is a cement two tier fountain that is not anchored in the ground located in the backyard. The fountain did not contain water. LPA reminded licensee that the fountain cannot be filled with water at any time. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. There are no stairs day care area. Outdoor play space is fenced.
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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. At 11:45 a.m., LPA reviewed children’s files and observed immunization records and emergency contact information. A current roster is being maintained and fire and disaster drills are documented. The licensee's immunization records for measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and the flu are available in the facility file. Current CPR and First Aid certification was verified and expires 2/10/23, and AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training has not been completed as licensee's primary language is Arabic and the test is not offered in Arabic at this time. Report continues LIC809-C) |