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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jennifer Lott, conducted an announced Pre-Licensing Inspection. LPA was greeted at the front door by Applicant, Rita Yousif and granted entry after identifying herself and disclosing the purpose of her visit. The applicant has applied for a capacity of eight (8). The home consists of three bedroom and one bath. The applicant will be using the following areas for daycare: LIving room, bathroom and front yard. Off limit areas include: Bedrooms 1-3 and backyard. There is no attached garage to the unit. Outdoor play area is fenced and locked but with constant supervision. Business Hours are Monday through Saturday 8am-5pm. Closed on Sundays. An overall inspection of the home was conducted. The inspection included, but was not limited to:
The home has a functioning carbon monoxide, smoke detector and fire extinguisher that meet statutory requirements. There are no fireplaces or open faced heaters in the home. Storage areas for poisons, detergents, cleaning solutions, medications and items which state keep out of reach of children have been locked and are inaccessible to children. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Applicant, Yousif advised there are no firearms or ammunition stored on the premises. The home is kept clean with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Where children less than 5 years old are in care, stairs are fenced and/or barricaded. The home provides safe toys, play equipment and materials.
The new provider packet was reviewed with the applicant including information on children’s records, immunizations, child abuse reporting, car seat laws, shaken baby syndrome, SIDS, safe sleep and the effects of lead poisoning. Also included was information on Incidental Medical Services and the YMCA Resource Center. Applicant stated they have enough financial resources to sustain the license. |