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25 | On 4/8/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanson Leong conducted an unannounced annual visit to the Family Childcare Home (FCCH) listed above. LPA met with the Licensee, Katia Kuhnhausen, and explained the purpose of the visit. Three preschool-aged children, one infant, the licensee, and the licensee's assistant were present during the visit. The licensee and the licensee's assistant present at the FCCH have both received criminal record clearance from the department. The FCCH operates within its capacity and in accordance with the required ratio of staff to children.
LPA observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, the Notification of Parental Rights, and the Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, were displayed in the FCCH. LPA reminded the licensee to complete and properly record emergency disaster drills every six months.
According to the licensee, the FCCH provides lunch and snacks for the children. LPA reminded the licensee about the importance of sanitation and proper food preparation.
Day-care Areas: Living room/Play area, Backyard (only deck area), Bathroom #2, Bedroom #1, #2, and #3.
Off-Limit Areas: Bathroom #1, Kitchen, Backyard (beyond the deck point). The licensee understands that off-limits areas may not be used for childcare during business hours.
LPA and the licensee conducted an inspection to identify potential health and safety hazards. LPA observed that the indoor daycare areas were clean and orderly. The FCCH is well-lit, ventilated, and free of hazards that could endanger children. The FCCH is equipped with a fully stocked first aid kit, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and a fully charged fire extinguisher.
LPA observed that the indoor daycare areas were equipped with age-appropriate toys, furniture, and educational materials. LPA observed that no equipment, such as walkers, bouncers, or similar objects, was present in the FCCH. LPA observed that each child has an individual permanent or portable storage space for his/her clothing and personal belongings at the FCCH. LPA observed that feeding chairs were available in the FCCH.
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