| There is a pool in the home with the required fencing and swing gate in the back yard which is off limits to the children.
Licensee stated the children's primary area is the living room in across the main entrance of the home which used only during napping time and activity room is covered den area ( patio area converted into child care room with all the needed items)
Children enter through the main door, walk to the living area, where Licensee has placed a child fence gate making the dining area, kitchen and other areas of the home inaccessible to children. There are working carbon monoxide, smoke detector, and fire extinguisher in the home that meet statutory and State Fire Marshall standards.
Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children.
Licensee has designated the den area/ living area and one bathroom on the right side of the passage area along with part of back yard area in front of the patio area for day care activities. The home has age appropriate Infant and preschool age toys / furniture and activities for children.
The designated Day Care activity area( den room) was observed to be spacious and Licensee has set up the room with toys and educational items for the children along with infant play area / changing table/ small table and chairs. TV is wall mounted. Licensee also has installed a small window A/C to maintain optimal temperature in the home. The designated bathroom is located on the right side of the passage and it was observed to be safe and free of hazardous items. There is a cabinet under the sink, was locked, Licensee has small step stool and toddle toilet seat for the young children.
Licensee uses cots with linens during nap time, all linen/blankets are provided by the Licensee and are washed by the licensee. Older Children and infants nap in the living area. Day care area is safe and appropriate set up was observed. It is well lighted with proper ventilation and air flow.
Off Limit areas: Areas that are off-limits are kitchen, dining room, laundry room, two bedrooms, master bedroom with bathroom and garage. The home has security alarm around the home with cameras. (2)
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