1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 | On 3/9/2023 at 1:40 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Joelle Redding, made an unannounced visit for the purpose of an Annual Inspection. During this visit, there were 11 children in care with Licensee and her adult granddaughter Alyssa, who is her assistant. The facility is within ratio and capacity
LPA toured the home. Primary child care areas are child care room, hallway bathroom and fully fenced back yard. Licensee also uses one bedroom per the facility sketch and has asked to use the office. LPA inspected and approved for use today and updated the facility sketch. Off limits areas have been made inaccessible with the use of latches, door knob covers and safety gates There are no weapons stored in the home or on the property and there are no bodies of water present. The fireplace has been secured. The fire extinguisher is full and of adequate size and located in the kitchen. The dual smoke alarm/carbon monoxide detector is operational. Emergency drills are being conducted and logged at least every six months and there is a written Disaster Plan on file. The last drill was conducted this morning. The home is clean, orderly with adequate ventilation and heating. Licensee has provided enough space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. Licensee provides all food. She belongs to the nutrition program and all food is of proper quality, quantity and meets nutritional requirements. The furniture, to include napping materials and children’s toys, books and activities are safe and age appropriate and in good repair. Licensee has checked for recalled items. There is a working telephone and all required forms are posted. Outdoor play space is fully fenced with age appropriate play equipment and activities in good repair. No hazards were noted. Licensee understands there is no smoking in or around day care areas. Children’s files were reviewed and found to be complete. Verification that school age children present are enrolled/attending elementary or above was on file. The facility roster was current and complete and is being stored for 3 years. Licensee's pediatric CPR/FA certificate with A-B-Cpr is valid through 1/14/24 and her assistant Alyssa through 9/3/24. Staff files were reviewed and found to be current. Licensee is reminded that Mandated Reporter Training certificates are to be renewed every two years at the following website: www.mandatedreporterca.com. |