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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Tyra Block, conducted an announced Pre-Licensing inspection for relocation with Olivia Vazquez. The first floor apartment home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. The fire extinguisher (2A10BC) and smoke detector meet requirements and are operational. The carbon monoxide detector was not operational. All hazardous items were latched/locked and secured out of reach of children. There are no bodies of water in the home, however, there is a nearby gated pool located on the premises that requires a key for entry. Applicant states that there are no weapons in the home. CPR and First Aid expire on 4/22. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Mandated reporter certification expires 11/23. Staff immunization requirements were met. Applicant rents the home and has provided landlord notification.
Applicant will be using the following rooms for childcare: All rooms and bathrooms are accessible to children, there are no off-limit areas. The applicant has sufficient toys and equipment available and the home has a fenced patio available for outdoor activities.
Applicant was reminded of requirements for children’s records, child abuse, and unusual incident reporting, immunizations, adults living or working in the home and associated civil penalties, applicant was also reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, walkers, exersaucers, bouncy seats and jumpers are not allowed in day care. All equipment that is used should be used only as intended by the manufacturer. LPA provided information regarding Safe Sleep /SIDS and Shaken Baby Syndrome. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov. LPA observed COVID posters, hand hygiene, and disposable face masks. LPA and applicant discussed current COVID guidance and face covering mandate in child care. |