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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeremey McClain met with licensee Natalie Kendrick for an unannounced annual inspection.
LPA observed 5 children. Ages of children were verified during file review to ensure ratios were adhered to. Licensee stated there aren’t new residents in the home.
All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained clearance. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days 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. Equipment and furnishings in areas where children are active appeared to be safe and in working order.
LPA observed current CPR/First Aid certificate which expires 04/2025. LPA observed the following posted: a license, a Parents' Rights Poster and an Emergency Disaster Plan. Licensee’s AB1207 Mandated Reporter training expires 01/2025. 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. LPA observed fire drills documented on a calendar, indicating that the licensee is conducting disaster drills at least once every 6 months.
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. Stairs were properly barricaded. LPA observed a working telephone in the home. LPA observed weapons in the home were properly stored out of children’s reach in an off-limits area with trigger locks. Continued… |