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25 | Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Loraine Perez and Lea Habtom met with, Licensee Vivian Renee Kuykendall (Licensee), for an unannounced inspection. Present during today’s inspection were Licensee, husband, minor child who is not counted in today’s census and two assistant. A census of 12 children, three infants, seven preschool and two school aged children were in care. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Facilities hours of operation are Monday through Friday 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
A health and safety inspection was conducted in the areas accessible to children. During today’s inspection the Licensee requested to remove the backyard for the exception of the right side of the yard from the front yard gate to the backyard fence. Off limit areas will now include entire second floor, laundry room, and right side of backyard. Licensee understands that children may never enter off-limits areas. LPA observed a working telephone, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and a 2A10BC fire extinguisher within the home. LPA observed the home was safe, orderly, and free of hazards. LPA observed fire place and stairs are barricaded to meet regulations. LPA observed a variety of age-appropriate toys. Licensee stated there are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. Licensee understands that if there are any poisons in the home, all poisons must be locked with a key lock or combination lock. LPA observed all required postings, a children's roster and fire drill log. LPA reviewed records of children’s files and staff files, all of which contained the required documentation. Licensee has current EMSA-approved pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires 01/2025 and Mandated Reporter certification which expires 06/2026. Licensee understands both CPR and Mandated Reporter training must be completed every two years.
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.
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