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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) T. Tran arrived at the above licensed facility to conduct a required inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with licensee Blanca Sanchez, her employee and observed three children in care. About 1:45 P.M. we toured the accessible areas of the home. All adults have fingerprinted cleared and associated to the licensed facility. LPA observed proper care and supervision of children and ratios.
LPA observed consolidated Covid-19 CHHS postings by the entry and at the daycare area. LPA observed the hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, and gloves accessible in the home. Per licensee, families are welcome to come inside the home. Prior to enter the home, licensee completed temperature check for children. LPA advised to log the temperature check for children and complete Covid-19 daily assessment prior to receiving children in care. The current hours of operation are from 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Monday through Friday.
This is a single dwelling home consists of 4 bedrooms, (1 bedroom converted to an office space) 1 1/2 bathrooms, a living room, a kitchen/dining room, and an attached garage without entry to the home. Childcare conducted in living room. Children do have access to the kitchen area. LPA observed the kitchen has safety latched on the cabinets and no sharp objects accessible to children in care. Children do not have access to the bedrooms. Licensee acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. The enclosed backyard observed to have free of hazardous items. A small inside dog was observed.
LPA observed all posting requirements accessible to all parents. Licensee had current CPR/First Aid certificates (Exp. 10/2021), fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide and smoke detector meet regulations. Cleaning materials and medications are inaccessible, Licensee stated there are no firearms in the home. The home conducted emergency disaster drill on a monthly basis. Children’s records were reviewed and completed.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
LPA informed the effects of lead exposure for children between ages 1-6 years old are the most at risk for lead poisoning. A copy of lead exposure was provided. |