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25 | On May 03, 2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobias Lake met with Licensee, Lynette Tracey, for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were five children present at the time of inspection. Licensee's husband and daughter were also present during the inspection. Licensee's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM. to 5:30 PM. LPA verified the annual fees are current.
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 are the garage and rear deck. Waiver for deck and seasonal creek on file. Off limit areas are being made inaccessible by closed locked doors and audible alarm. 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.
Licensee stated there are weapons in the home. LPA observed guns and ammunition stored separately both in a locked room with a locked cabinet and a small gun safe. Outdoor play space is fenced. LPA observed living room area with age appropriate toys for children. LPA observed a restroom and verified that hazardous and toxic items were inaccessible to children in care.
Report continues 809-C. |