| The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. Licensee was reminded to conduct daily inspections of the outdoor area and on the outdoor play structures and equipment’s for normal wear and tear overtime, to be free of loose, pointed, or sharp edges prior to day-care children accessing outdoor area.
There is a built-in swimming pool in the backyard which is fenced and made inaccessible. The pool gate is self-latching, self-closing and opens away from the swimming pool. No windows or doors have direct access to the pool area. LPA observed the wooden perimeter fence located to the west with a 8.5-inch gap between the wooden fence and the mesh fencing. Towards the bottom of the 8.5-inch gap, LPA observed 10 large rocks used as barricades to prevent access to the pool area; however, the rocks may be used as foot holds to access the pool. Furthermore, Licensee does not have a 12 feet fixed body hook, pool alarm or daily inspection log on the premises.
Licensee was reminded to conduct daily inspections on pool latch and fencings and equipment’s for normal wear and tear overtime prior to day-care children accessing outdoor area. LPA reminded Licensee that she must maintain supervision of children at all times when engaged in water activities. LPA referred Licensee to PIN 21-16-CCLD: Seasonal Reminder of Water Safety Requirements and Measures.
Licensee has pets on the premises. Licensee is aware of the safety of children around animals. Licensee understands her liability and responsibility regarding pets.
Licensee ensures that children in care are always supervised and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children.
LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were NOT complete with emergency information and all required forms were NOT present and completed as required.
Upon LPA records review and Licensee interview, child 1 and child 2 does NOT have 15-minute sleep logs since they turned 12 months.
Upon LPA records review and Licensee interview, child 1 does NOT have LIC627 - Emergency Medical Consent in file.
Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training expires on 11/08/2026. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires on 06/2025. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis, and measles. All staff files were complete with necessary forms and signed appropriately.
Continued on 809-C
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