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25 | On September 15, 2022., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van conducted an annual 1-year mandated inspection, including inspecting the facility's interior and exterior and reviewing the required childcare paperwork with the Licensee. LPA met Karen Fretes, the Licensee, and explained the purpose of the inspection. The Licensee, her mom, and five enrolled children are at home (3 infants and 2 Pre-K children). Every adult living or working in the house has a criminal record clearance. Per Licensee, there are no changes to the physical plant, and all childcare areas remained the same. The licensee rents this apartment unit, which consists of 2 bedrooms, and a bath. Daycare areas are the living room, dining room, and the front patio. Off-limit areas are the two bedrooms, a kitchen, and a garage. Hours of operations are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm. All restricted daycare areas have been appropriately blocked off from the children.
During the inspection, LPA toured and evaluated the indoor and outdoor play areas for health and safety hazards. The childcare space is clean and orderly, with age-appropriate activities, books, and play materials. Playpens and cribs are available for younger children, and cots are for older children to use for napping. LPA reminded the Licensee that there should be no toys, pillows, or objects hanging above the cribs/playpens per Infant Safe Sleep Regulation. All mattresses shall be designed for that cribs, and bedsheets should be tight-fitted. The home has sufficient heating, lighting, and ventilation and is free of defects or risks that harm children in care. There are a fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and a functional phone. Fully stocked first aid supplies are available for children. LPA observed unused electrical outlets had child-proof covers. According to the Licensee, there are no firearms or weapons. The Licensee has a pet cat that always stays in the off-limit area and has up-to-date vaccination.
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