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There are two wood burning stoves in the home. One was located in the daycare room and the other was located in the living room. Both wood burning stoves were inaccessible via a fire place screen or a gate. Per Licensee the wood burning stoves are not utilized during child care hours. LPA did not observe baby bouncers/saucer chairs, or any recalled and or prohibited toys were observed on the premises. Per Licensee, there are zero firearms stored in the FCCH.
Bathroom (located in the hallway of the home): Toilet, sink, shower/tub were clean and operable. LPA reminded the Licensee to ensure all shampoos and personal hygiene materials are inaccessible to the children in care.
Outdoor: The backyard has on limit and off limit areas. The off limits areas are behind the detached garage, the side of home and the upper patio. The off limit areas were inaccessible via gates. The on limit activity space has shaded areas, dirt areas and concrete play spaces. LPA observed multiple tables for activities, dramatic play houses, tiny tikes cars, and toys for children. LPA observed the tiny tikes climbers were placed on concrete. LPA advised the Licensee to consider placing cushioning material around the climber when in use. LPA advised the Licensee to refer to the manufactures requirements for the small climber. The outdoor area has two storage sheds. The contents were inaccessible latches on the doors. The detached garage was locked and inaccessible to the children in care during this inspection. Per Licensee there are zero bodies of water on the premises.
Per Licensee, there is one dog on the property. Per Licensee the dog does not interact with the child care children. Licensee stated the dog is current on shots and licensing.
LPA reviewed six child files, the Licensee file, one staff member file, and one household member file. Per LPA review, all files were complete and contained the required documentation.
Review of records: Per recorded documentation the last fire drill occurred in May 2025.
The following was discussed with the licensee:
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is
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