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25 | On February 14, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stacey Williams met with Licensee, Saritha Kairamkonda for an unannounced 3-Year inspection. During the inspection, LPA observed eleven children in care being supervised by the Licensee and two Assistants. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday from 8:30AM-5:30PM. Licnesee stated that she does not provide overnight care.
Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
The facility is a two -story home. Off-limits areas include: entire upstairs and the garage and first floor bedroom. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. The backyard is fenced and utilized for outdoor play. There are no bodies of water on the property. Licensee stated there is an outdoor pet rabbit in the home that occasionally interacts with children in care.
LPA conducted a health and safety inspection in the areas accessible to children. The house has a working telephone, fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector that meet regulations. LPA observed all the required postings are in an area visible to authorized representatives. LPA observed all poisons are inaccessible to children in care. There is an electric fireplace in the home which Licensee states is not in use during childcare hours.
After reviewing the facility files, LPA found that required immunization records are missing for staff. TDAP clearance and MMR immunizations for Assistant #1 and Assistant#2 and TB clearance for Assistant #2. Mandated Reporter Training is current for Licensee and both Assistants. CPR certification is on file. Licensee’s CPR/First Aid expiration date is 2/2024. Licensee understands that CPR/First Aid and Mandated reporter trainings must be renewed every two years. LPA observed that all children's files contained appropriate documentation. Children's roster is current. Fire drill logs were observed; the last drill was conducted 11/2023.
Report continues on LIC 809C................
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