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32 | LPA confirmed there is a swimming pool and spa in the backyard of the home. The pool is enclosed by a 5-foot wrought iron fence with a maximum vertical clearance of two inches from the ground to the bottom of the enclosure. LPA confirmed all spaces between wrought iron bars are less then 4 inches. The wrought iron fence has no protrusions, cavities, or other features that could serve as handholds or footholds for climbing.
The gate was verified to open away from the pool and is self-closing and self-latching. The latch is not equipped with a key-lockable device instead, there is a manual latch with a carabinier located at least 60 inches above ground level. The licensee maintains a daily pool inspection log to ensure all safety measures are in place prior to opening the facility. The wrought iron fencing does meet Title 22 Regulations.
On the east side yard, there is a mesh fencing in an off-limits area of the home. LPA observed three large holes and tears. LPA confirmed the pool is inaccessible to daycare children. A technical violation will be issued. It must be acknowledged that the home has four windows in the main game room that are soldered closed and permanently shut, making the swimming pool inaccessible to daycare children.
The pool alarm could not be tested during inspection; a technical violation will be provided. Documentation confirming compliance with ASTM International Standard F2208. Additionally, LPA confirmed the presence of required safety equipment: a life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches, labeled as U.S. Coast Guard approved, and a 12-foot rescue pole with a body hook. However, neither were visible and readily accessible from the pool area. A technical violation will be provided.
Both children and employee records were audited during this inspection. Mandated Reporter Training is on file and valid through June 2027. Licensee Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification expires in September 2025. Resident and staff records were reviewed, and all adults requiring caregiver background checks have received the necessary clearances and exemptions.
Licensee Dana Giordano 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.
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