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32 | LPA inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone and landline). For ventilation, LPA observed central AC/heat and vents located in the ceiling. LPA observed the furniture, manipulatives, books, blocks, puzzles, , art materials and other age-appropriate materials that were well maintained and free of loose, sharp, and pointed parts. Cots and cribs were observed for napping equipment.
LPA observed cleaning compounds items, stored under the sink in the kitchen which is complete inaccessible to the children in care. LPA observed the knives and sharp objects stored inside a top drawer making it inaccessible to the children.
The Licensee stated the facility provides breakfast, am snack, lunch, and pm snack, and utilize the food program. LPA informed licensee any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, Licensee stated they provide water via filtered water. Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies nor on medication.
LPA Solorio Campos entered the bathroom and observed the laundry area inside the restroom. LPA observed a working toilet, working sink with hand soap. LPA reminded licensee that personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children.
LPA toured the outdoor area. LPA observed backyard has fencing through-out the yard. LPA observed age-appropriate toys, tricycles, and a climbing structure free of loose and sharp parts available for the children in the backyard. All trees, shrubs, and plants are maintained. LPA observed adequate shade via trees and hip-shade roof.
At time of inspection, LPA Solorio Campos observed a fire extinguisher located in the kitchen and the valve on the green area indicating fully charged. LPA advised Licensee to purchase a new fire extinguisher as the receipt attached shows it was purchased over a year ago. Licensee purchased the new fire extinguisher online and showed proof to LPA. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarms located in the living room and hallway and Licensee states they are operable. LPA observed the first aid kit in the kitchen to be complete with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, antiseptic wipes and scissors. For ill isolation, licensee stated she utilizes the entrance area with chair seating. LPA did not observed the last emergency drill documented and Licensee completed the drill before the inspection concluded. |