102417(g)(1) · 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: (1) Fireplaces and open face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children. The home shall contain a fire extinguisher and smoke detector device which meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall.

Deficient Practice Statement Based on LPA observation and interview, Licensee did not meet above requirement. LPA observed fire extinguisher to not have service tag and proof of purchase was not available at time of inspection. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care. POC Due Date: 11/24/2023

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102417(g)(9) · 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: (9) Each family child care home shall have a written disaster plan of action prepared on a form approved by the Department. All children, age and ability permitting, and the provider, the assistant provider, and other members of the household, shall be instructed in their duties under the disaster plan. As their age and ability permit, newly enrolled children shall be informed promptly of their duties as required in the plan.

Deficient Practice Statement Based on LPA record review and interview, Licensee did not meet above requirement. LPA did not observe LIC610A at time of inspection, LPA discussed with FR who was not able to provide for LPA to review at time of inspection. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to children in care. POC Due Date: 11/24/2023

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