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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farida Raja, conducted an unannounced 1- year annual inspection. LPA was granted access to the home by Licensee, Shaila Shah and explained the nature of today’s inspection. Present in the home were licensee, spouse/assistant and eight children including two infants and six preschool age. Licensee was operating within the ratio and capacity requirements of her license. Days and hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 7:30 am - 5 pm and licensee stated that starting July, 2023 licensee will change daycare hours from 7:30 am-3:30 pm. LPA observed all required posted materials near the front entrance to the home. The adults that reside in the home are licensee, spouse (Dipak Shah) and adult daughter (Roshni Shah).
LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today's inspection. Licensee has a working telephone in the home (408-223-7242). LPA observed sufficient materials, toys, and play equipment for the day care children both indoors and outdoors. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, cribs, feeding chairs, bookcases and shelves, are in good condition. The floors were free of tripping hazards with toys put away on shelves. The home has central heating/cooling and ventilation for comfort of children. The home is single story. Off limit areas inside the home: four bedrooms, one bathroom, attached garage and barricaded fireplace in on-limits family room. Off limit areas outside the home: left and right side sections of the backyard. Backyard is fenced and both sides of the home are gated. There are no bodies of water.
LPA observed that the bathroom used by children was in operating condition. Toilets and faucet are clean and operable. The shower area is free on any hazards. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher in the kitchen area and working smoke/carbon monoxide detectors. The Licensee states that she does not have any weapons or pets in the home. All detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, sharp objects and other similar items are stored inaccessible to children. Licensee understands that smoking is prohibited in the home.
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