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25 | Licensing Program Analysts Erwina Pascual-Golamco and Soleil Marx (LPAs) conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee, Corinne Akers. LPA observed 6 children in care with licensee. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM. LPA observed that the annual facility fees are current.
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.
Off-limit areas include: ALL THREE BEDROOMS, OFFICE, GARAGE, ENTIRE BACK YARD, AND SHEDS. Licensee acknowledged that children may never enter these off-limit areas. The fireplace is barricaded. LPA conducted a health and safety inspection and observed that the facility is clean, orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. LPA observed the required documents were posted where visible to parents. LPA observed that there were no hazardous items—such as cleaning compounds, medications, or sharp objects—accessible to children. The fire extinguisher appeared to be in working condition and accessible. LPA observed the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are functioning. The facility has equipment and age-appropriate toys for children. Licensee stated there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. The front yard is fenced, and licensee acknowledged that in areas that are not fenced, 100% supervision is required. LPA did not observe bodies of water on the premises.
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