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25 | Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Chayntel Hunter and Salene Mayberry met with Licensee, Rita Briggs for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were two children present at the time of inspection. Licensee's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM. to 6:00 PM. Licensee is open on Saturdays for care, as needed.
All adults subject to criminal background review have obtained criminal record clearance. Licensee 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.
A health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include all the bedrooms, the laundry room, and the garage. Licensee requested to make the formal dining room on limits. LPAs observed the formal dining room and verified that hazardous items were inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed the required postings and a working phone. 2A10BC fire extinguisher meets regulations. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and verified they were both functional. LPA toured the kitchen area and verified knives and cleaners were inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed play room with age appropriate toys for children. LPA observed a restroom and verified that hazardous and toxic items were inaccessible to children in care. Licensee stated there are weapons in the home. LPA verified that weapons and ammunition were stored in separate locked safes. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Outdoor play space is fenced. Licensee's immunization records are available in the facility file. Current EMSA pediatric CPR and First Aid certification was verified and expires 1/2024 and Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter certification was discussed.
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