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25 | Licensing Program Analyst, Jennifer Lott conducted an unannounced Case Management visit for an increase in capacity from eight (8) to fourteen (14) children. LPA was greeted at the front door by Licensee, Azita Safi and granted entry after identifying herself and disclosing the purpose of her visit.
On 06/19/2023, the licensee submitted an application (LIC 279) to request an increase of capacity. The Fire Safety Inspection Request (STD 850) was approved by the local Fire Marshal and GRANTED the capacity increase to fourteen (14) children on 08/17/2023.
LPA conducted an inspection of the 2 story home which includes 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 bathrooms with an attached garage. Licensee will be using the living room, dining room, kitchen, day care bathroom, and front yard (with constant supervision) for child care. Off limit areas include Master bedroom/bathroom (except for emergency exit) 2nd living room, all 1st floor/lower level, backyard, garage and laundry room. Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector are functional and meet statutory requirements. Fire extinguisher is installed in the entry way and has been serviced.
Licensee was reminded of the staffing/capacity ratios for Large Family Child Care Homes. Twelve (12) children, no more than 4 infants (birth to 24 months) and 8 older children over the age of 2. A qualified assistant (age 14 or older) is required. For fourteen (14) children, no more than 3 infants (birth to 24 months) and 11 older children; at least 2 school age, 1 child at least age 6, 1 child enrolled in and attending kindergarten or elementary school. When there isn't a qualified assistant, licensee must follow Small Family Home Child Care Regulations. |