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25 | On October 14th, 2022 , Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeremey McClain met with Licensee Natalie Kendrick for an unannounced annual inspection.
Licensee’s assistant Darian Worden was present during the inspection. LPA observed nine children, which included two infants and seven preschool age children. Licensee stated there aren’t new residents in the home. All adult residents have criminal record clearances. Licensee, Natalie Kendrick, 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 toured areas of the home accessible to the children. The off-limit areas of the home were inaccessible.
LPA observed licensee has a class scheduled for CPR/First Aid certification. LPA observed the following posted: a license, a Parents' Rights Poster and an Emergency Disaster Plan. LPA provided Licensee with website: http://childcare.mandatedreporterca.com/ and reminded the licensee that the training must be completed once every two years.
LPA reviewed children's records for completeness, as well as the client roster. LPA observed records of immunizations for MMR, Pertussis, and influenza.
During the interior and exterior inspection:
LPA observed that hazardous items (detergents, cleaning compounds, medication, sharp utensils, and other items that could pose a danger to children in care) are properly stored out of children's reach. LPA observed a fireplace that was properly screened, and stairs were properly barricaded. LPA observed a working telephone in the home. Licensee stated that there are no weapons in the home. LPA observed a fire extinguisher. LPA reminded licensee that fire extinguishers must be charged or replaced yearly according to the local fire authority. (1/2) |