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25 | On May 17th, 2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mandie Goodwin met with Licensee Kathryn Shotwell, for the purpose of an unannounced required 1-year inspection. No other adults were present during inspection. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. LPA observed there was one daycare child over 24 months during inspection. Facility days and hours of operation are 24/7. Overnight care was discussed.
Licensee guided LPA on a tour of the facility and a health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. The off-limits areas include all bedrooms, kitchen, laundry room, coat closet, and garage. Licensee acknowledges that children may never enter the off limit areas. LPA observed the required postings, a serviced fire extinguisher, and functional smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. There is a weapon in the home that is locked with ammunition locked separately. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Outdoor play space is fenced and in good repair.
LPA reviewed one child’s file, which was observed to be complete. LPA observed individual pack and plays and cribs for infants under 24 months and tight fitted sheets covering the mat. A current children’s roster was observed. Licensee has record of conducting fire drills at least every six months. Per record, last drill was conducted on 1/3/24. LPA provided and reviewed the Family Child Care Home Entrance Checklist. LPA discussed the requirement of renewing CPR and mandated reporter training every 2 years. Licensee’s CPR is current and expires 4/15/25. Mandated reporter is current and expires 3/25/26. Mandated reporter training can be renewed at mandatedreporterca.com,
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