Operation of A Family Child Care Home (g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: (5) All licensees shall ensure the inaccessibility of pools (in-ground and above-ground), fixed-in-place wading pools, hot tubs, spas, fish ponds and similar bodies of water through a pool cover or by surrounding the pool with a fence.

Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above installing a swimming pool in the backyard. LPA observed a pool with a slide in the outdoor area. The does not have a fence surrounding all sides. The pool does not meet licensing regulations which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 02/15/2024

102417(g)(5) · Correction status not published

Alterations to Existing Building or Grounds (a) Prior to making alterations or additions to a family child care home or grounds, the licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed changed, including, but not limited to, the following: (3) Installation of in-ground or above-ground swimming pools, spas, fish ponds, decorative water feature, fountains or other bodies of water.

Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in, licensee did not inform the Department of the installation of the in-ground swimmng pool in the backyard. LPA observed a swimming pool in the backyard. Licensee stated that the pool was completed in December 2023 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 02/15/2024