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25 | On July 9, 2024, at 11:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luigi Gargaro, conducted an unannounced annual required inspection and met with the licensee, Ayan Sheikh-Mohamed and facility assistant Amal Hassan. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by Ms. Sheikh-Mohamed. Nine (9) children and Ms. Sheikh-Mohamed was present by herself in the facility during this inspection. Ms. Hassan arrived at the facility after analyst began conducting his inspection. This facility is a one floor, three bedroom, two bathroom house. Licensee and assistant accompanied LPA inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The following areas used for child care are: the kitchen, the dining area, the living room, the day care play room, the first bedroom and the bathroom. Off limits areas are the second bedroom with inclusive bath and the garage. The bedroom is made off limits with a locking door handle. The garage is inaccessible through the use of a door lock and a dead bolt lock on its entry door as well as a highly placed latch and bolt. The home has a wall heating unit that the licensee attests is non-operable. Licensee understands, however, that if the unit is made to operate she must install a screen or other security device to make it inaccessible to children in care.
The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. All hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. The home has a fenced backyard available for outdoor activities. The backyard is bisected by wooden fence and latching gate. The back portion of the yard is solely for the licensee's use and is off limits to the day care children. No bodies of water observed on the premises during the inspection. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. 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.
Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on December 9, 2024 Licensee and assistant have required immunizations. Licensee and helper do not have current Mandated Reporter Training certifications. Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted in 01/02/24. |