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32 | There were additional age appropriate items in the bedroom for children in care to use. The tour continued through the bedrooms separated door into the hallway. The second bedroom was observed with extra cribs. Licensee states the second bedroom would be used as a sick/isolation room for an ill child. In the hallway, Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. There are first aid supplies available. Across from the second bedroom, the bathroom was reviewed. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger are inaccessible to children.
Tour continued back into the hallway, into the kitchen. Children pass through the kitchen to exit to the backyard for play. LPA observed that sharp knives and anything dangerous, were made inaccessible to children in care. Through the back kitchen door, at 2:35pm, a fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was purchased on 02/02/2025, as indicated on receipt. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually.
At 2:45pm, LPAs observed the back yard area. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. At this time, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. There is shaded area for children to play. LPA observed playhouses, carts, and other age appropriate equipment for children in care. The licensee is observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations.
At 3pm, facility records were reviewed. The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 11/2025. Licensee and other personnel have completed mandated reporter training that expires on 08/11/2027. The licensee does have proof of immunization against influenza, tuberculosis, pertussis, and measles. Children’s records were reviewed, including but not limited to, a copy of the emergency information card that contains all the information specified by regulation.
The following was discussed:
-There are no pets on the premises.
-Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that falls into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility.
-Smoking is prohibited in a license family child care home.
Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
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