FELIX FAMILY CHILD CARE

Based on observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as licensee did not ensure multiple hazardous items, including lotions, medicines, and cleaning compounds, were inaccessible to children which poses an immediate safety risk to children in care. The lotions and medicines were located in a drawer that was not latched. The cleaning compounds were located in a cabinet that was not latched.

Resolution: LPAs discussed the requirement to take safety precautions to ensure the home is safe. Licensee placed the items in areas inaccessible to children during the visit.

Based on observations and interview conducted, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as LPAs observed a child (C1) sleeping in a bouncer upon entry into the facility which was requested to be used and provided by C1’s parent. This poses an immediate safety risk to children in care.

Resolution: LPAs discussed with Licensee that baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items are not permitted in the facility. Licensee’s assistant (S2) removed C1 from the bouncer and Licensee placed the bouncer in an off-limits area during the visit. Licensee stated they will return the bouncer to C1’s parent and provided a written statement acknowledging their understanding during the visit.

Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that at 9:15AM LPA observed backyard- filled with garage items- tools, cleaners, scissors, wood boards, piled boxes etc. which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Resolution: Facility will complete clean up of backyard and submit pictures of yard clean up by 12/26/2022