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25 | On January 27th, 2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelly Ferrara conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee Sirisha Daghupati. LPA observed there were currently five children in care with the Licensee and an assistant. Facility hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. LPA observed proper ratio and capacity was being followed. LPA observed that the facility annual fees are current.
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.
Off limit areas include: Entire upstairs and garage. Licensee acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. LPA conducted a health and safety inspection and observed that the facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair with proper ventilation. LPA observed the proper documents were posted where visible to parents. LPA observed that there were no hazardous items accessible to children including cleaning compounds, medications, or sharp objects. LPA observed there was no fireplace in the home and the stairs were barricaded. Fire extinguisher is in working condition and accessible. LPA observed the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are functioning properly. The facility has adequate toys that are safe for children to use. The backyard is fenced and gated and there were no bodies of water observed. Licensee stated there are no firearms in the home.
LPA observed the Licensee has a current CPR/First Aid certificate which expires January 2023 and Mandated Reporter training certificates for Licensee and assistant. LPA observed fire drills were conducted at least once every six months and documented and the children’s roster is current. LPA reviewed children’s files and observed that all the required documentation was present in each child's file.
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