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25 | On 01/08/25, at 2:15PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luigi Gargaro, conducted an unannounced annual required inspection and met with the licensee, Ardo Shire. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. Ms. Shire speaks limited English but had her cleared and associated daughter, Raqiya Abdille, come to the home to translate for her. Prior to Ms. Abdille arriving at the facility, analyst also used the Focus Language International phone translation service to assist with any language issues during the visit. No children were present in the facility when analyst arrived but a family of three arrived when analyst was almost finished with the home visit. This facility is a two floor, two bedroom, two bathroom apartment. Licensee accompanied LPA inside of the facility during this inspection.
The following areas used for child care are: the kitchen, the dining area, the living room and the day care bathroom all located in the first floor of the home. The following areas are off limits: the entire second floor of the home. The second floor is made inaccessible with a child safety gate installed at the bottom of the home staircase. The licensee has a wall heating unit that she attests is inoperable but understands that if it is ever made operable she will be required to make it inaccessible with an installed safety gate or other security device. The licensee has day care equipment available. The licensee states she takes children to a local park for outdoor activity whenever necessary instead of using unenclosed patio space in front of home.
The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. All hazardous items were inaccessible to children. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. No bodies of water observed on the premises during the inspection. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions.
Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire in March of 2026. Licensee has required immunizations. Licensee has a current Mandated Reporter Training certificate from 11/01/24. Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 08/14/24. Licensee currently has no infants in care but analyst provided her with a copy of the safe sleep regulations for her to review at a future date. |