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 observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the fire extinguisher was empty during the time of inspection which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/19/2025

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

102416.3(a) · (a) Prior to making alterations or additions to a family child care home or grounds, the licensee shall notify the Department of the purpose changed...

Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the Department was not notified of fencing being removed from in-ground bodies of water located in the backyard of the daycare home which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/19/2025