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25 | On Monday, August 30,2021 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elvira Sierra met with Shannon Lopes for an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival present in the facility was Licensee caring for 3 children. Facility hours of operation are: M-F from 08:00 am to 12 am. Capacity and ratio requirements were met on this day. All adults living and working in the home have criminal record clearances on file with Licensing Office. Licensee stated that no new residents moved into the home since licensure. Capacity specified on the license was met on today’s inspection.
At 12:30 pm. a health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children and the following was observed; Off-limit areas include: Entire second floor, third floor and garage on ground floor. Licensee understand that children may never enter these off-limits areas. The facility appeared orderly and suitable for children. LPA observed the required postings, a working telephone, 2A10BC fire extinguisher and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. A variety of toys and learning equipment available to the children. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. There are no bodies of water on the premises. Medications, toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Safety latches are in use on some kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets and drawers. Outdoor play area is fenced for supervision and is free from defects or dangerous conditions.
Children's files were reviewed and a copy of the emergency information card was observed in each child's record. LPA observed a current children’s roster and proof of Fire and disaster drills that were properly log. CPR and First Aid certification was verified and expires on 04/10/2023..
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.
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