102417(g)(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 LPA's observation of an above ground swimming pool in the backyard that was less than five feet in height and the pool was not fenced. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 08/20/2024

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

102416.3(a)(3) · 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: 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 Licensee's statement confirming she did not notify the Department prior to the installation of the above ground pool in the backyard. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 08/20/2024

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.