Araceli Gomez-Cruz Family Day Care Home

19-04 · Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation

During the inspection, the smoke detector was tested and was operational. The fire extinguisher certification is valid until 09/2026. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and found the corded phone was not funcitonal. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per FDCH Handbook: 7.12 Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation A. The home shall have at least one operable corded telephone

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20-11 · Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13 and 7.14 FDCH/LFCCH

During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the thermometer for the freezer was broken. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: 7.13 Food Preparation/Storage Proper storage of food is essential to prevent food contamination, as well as, insect and rodent infestation. Correct handling and storage of all food is a key component in preventing food-borne illnesses. To prevent bacteria growth, cold food must be kept at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit and hot foods at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. D. Refrigerators/freezers must have accurate food grade thermometers designed to measure cold storage temperature and these must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further temperature testing of food samples stored in the unit using a probe type thermometer; and adjustments to the unit setting to reach and maintain the required readings must be made

Corrected by Mar 2, 2026

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