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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Martha Jimenez-Villanueva met with licensee Maria Meza for an unannounced annual/random inspection. LPA explained the nature of today’s inspection. Licensee was present with her helper and nine children in care: 4 infants and 5 toddlers. All required posting materials were posted. Licensee stated days and hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 5:30AM to 4:30PM. Per licensee, adults residing in the home are licensee and her daughter. Licensee stated her two children ages sixteen and fourteen are also living in the home. The home is a one story home with four (4) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms.
A review of staff records on 11/06/2024 indicates that not all Facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Ayleen Chairez Meza (licensee’s daughter) does not have fingerprint clearance. Licensee stated her daughter lives in the home and brother did not live at home but he will be completed his background check. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
LPA obtained a copy of current children's roster. Fire/disaster drill was conducted on November 12, 2024. LPA observed a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher that was serviced on 11/05/2024, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, covered fireplace, no bodies of water, no stairs, fenced hallway, kitchen and backyard. Licensee stated no weapons in the home. LPA observed a dog in the backyard, licensee stated the dog is vaccinated.
LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today's inspection. Off limit areas in the home are four bedrooms, one bathroom, garage, backyard and left side yard. The home is clean, orderly, including central heating for safety and comfort for children in care. Cleaning products, sharp objects, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible in the top cabinet in the kitchen. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the home. The children's bathroom is clean, sanitary, and operable. The home has a working telephone in the home.
Report continues in LIC 809-C page 2 |