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25 | On 8/17/2023 at 2:50 p.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Joelle Redding, made an unannounced visit for the purpose of an Annual Inspection. During this visit, there were children in care. The facility is within ratio and capacity
LPA toured the home. Primary child care areas are main living room and dining room, master bedroom and bathroom and the facility sketch on file is accurate. Off limits areas have been made inaccessible with the use of door knob covers and locking doors. There are no weapons stored in the home. There is a pool in the back yard, fully fenced per regulation with a self latching gate. Licensee is reminded to check the self latching gate routinely to ensure it is operating properly. The fireplace has been secured. The fire extinguisher is full and of adequate size and located atop the refrigerator. The smoke alarm (located in the rear hallway) and carbon monoxide detector (located in the rear hallway) are operational. Emergency drills are being conducted and logged at least every six months and there is a written Disaster Plan on file. Last drill was conducted on 3/13/23. 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. Children bring their snacks and lunches in labeled containers and there is refrigeration available for storage, if needed. Licensee will also provide food for children who don't have any along. It will be of good quality, proper quantity and stored appropriately. 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 1/2025. Licensee is reminded that Mandated Reporter Training certificates are to be renewed every two years at the following website: www.mandatedreporterca.com. Licensee's certificate is current through 8/25. |