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25 | On July 10, 2024, at 8:40 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), D. Sanchez, conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and met with facility assistant who stated Licensees stepped out for a moment. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the assistant. Two (2) infants, four (4) toddlers, one (1) school age child, and one (1) staff were present in the beginning of the inspection. During the inspection an additional toddler was dropped off at the facility. Facility became out of ratio upon the arrival of the 8th child, since there was only one staff providing care and child was not school age. Provider Diana Nogales arrived to the facility within five minutes after the 8th child was dropped off.
This facility is a single story, two bedroom, one bathroom house. Licensee accompanied LPA inside and out of the facility during this inspection. The following areas used for child care are: living room, dining room, hallway bathroom and garage that would only be use to access the backyard. Off limit areas include: the two bedrooms and kitchen and are inaccessible through use of baby gate and door knob protection.
The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. All hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The storage area for poisons is locked. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. The home has a fenced backyard available for outdoor activities. 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 12/2025. Licensee has required immunizations. Licensee completed Mandated Reporter Training on 10/20/2023. Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 03/2024. |