Pre-licensing visit·March 8, 2023

On 03/08/2023 at 1:30 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Watts conducted a follow up prelicensing inspection at Cristina Romo's large family home. LPA met with applicant, Cristina Romo and explained the purpose of this visit. Applicant was the only person present during inspection. Applicant and all adults in the home have criminal background clearance. On 02/22/2023, LPA conduct a visit to facility for a prelicensing inspection. During inspection, LPA observed backyard of facility and backyard was not finished. Applicant stated she was going to have artificial turf installed. LPA informed licensee that the left side of the yard would have to be made inaccessible to children in care because left side of backyard was off limits. Applicant stated she would have gate installed in that area. During the inspection, LPA also observed that fire extinguisher did not meet the standard minimum requirement for licensing. Applicant stated she would update the fire extinguisher to meet licensing requirements. During today's inspection, LPA observed the backyard. The backyard is fully fenced and safe for children in care. Backyard has artificial turf installed and a gate on the left side of the backyard to restrict access to children in care. LPA also observed during this inspection a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher. Licensee has completed all plan of corrections. AS OF 03/08/2023, APPLICANT HAS BEEN APPROVED FOR A LARGE FAMILY CARE CHILD HOME. Exit interview was conducted with Applicant, Cristina Romo and signed the report acknowledging receipts of documents.