Sheldon, Deborah
Sheldon, Deborah
License/Registration ID: 246366
61 Saint John St. Ext. Walton, NY 13856
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Inspection ID:
2024-I-ARO-082812
Date:
08/29/2024
Inspection Type:
Fire Safety - Full Existing
Inspection Result:
No violations cited for this inspection
Compliance Status:
Y-Compliant, N-Noncompliant, N/O-Not Observed, N/A-Not Applicable, P/V-Prior Violation
Reg
Compliance Status
417.2 Procedures for Applying for and Renewing a Registration
Premises and surrounding area have been observed to be free of environmental hazards including radon, if applicable
417.2(a)(13)
Y
Site meets the definition and requirements of a personal residence
417.2(a)(14)
Y
417.3 Building and Equipment
Access to outdoor space which is adequate for active play. If public play area, then travel plan is approved
417.3(k)
Y
Address number is clearly displayed and visible from the street.
417.3(p)
Y
Adequate light in sleeping rooms for supervision and safe egress
417.3(c)
Y
Bathroom available not more than one floor away
417.3(l)
Y
Concrete floors are covered with appropriate material
417.3(i)
Y
Cribs must be in compliance with CPSC
417.3(f)
Y
Diagram of home shows 2nd floor as child care space and shows two stairways as means of egress
417.3(a)
Y
Diagram of home shows bathroom on 2nd floor as child care space and shows both approved means of egress
417.3(a)
Y
Hot & cold running water and sewage facilities adequate & accessible at all times
417.3(n)
Y
Lighting and ventilation appropriate
417.3(b)
Y
No peeling or damaged paint or plaster inside and outside the home
417.3(h)
Y
No toxic paints or finishes
417.3(g)
Y
Space for a variety of activities and adequate for the number of children in care
417.3(j)
Y
Temperature at least 68 degrees
417.3(d)
Y
Toilets and potty chairs located apart from cooking, playing, sleeping and eating areas
417.3(m)
Y
417.4 Fire Protection
All floors with approved child care space have two remote means of egress
417.4(h)
Y
Applicant has verbalized correct and appropriate use of provided fire extinguishers
417.4(f)
Y
Approved and immediately accessible fire extinguisher observed in kitchen and outside furnace room
417.4(f)
Y
Caregiver must be on same floor as children except as in regulation
417.4(g)
Y
Children are not located above second floor in single-family dwelling
417.4(g)
Y
Electric smoke detectors have battery back up
417.4(e)
Y
Eliminate fire hazards
417.4(a)
Y
Evacuation drill records show that exit routes were varied
417.4(b)(2)
Y
Evacuation drills have been conducted each month
417.4(b)(1)
Y
Fire extinguishers are multipurpose, fully charged and with intact seals as applicable.
417.4(f)
Y
If 2nd floor is approved for care, both means of egress must be stairways
417.4(h)(2)
Y
If care is provided in basement and a window is used for egress, window opening is at least 24"X24" or complies with code for use as means of egress
417.4(h)(3)
Y
If care is provided in basement, vertical travel for egress does not exceed 8 feet
417.4(h)(3)
Y
If egress from basement is a stairway, it leads either directly to ground level outside or to an unobstructed exit at ground level
417.4(h)(3)
Y
If more than one shift of care, evacuation drills are conducted for each shift
417.4(b)(3)
Y
If secondary egress from 1st floor is a window, the window opening is at least 24"X24" or complies with code as means of egress
417.4(h)(1)
Y
Monthly evacuation drills recorded on approved form & available for review
417.4(b)(4)
Y
No gasoline or kerosene stored in habitable areas, paths of egress or other childcare areas
417.4(k)
Y
Operational smoke alarm in designated nap room or if no door, in adjacent room
417.4(d)
Y
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Paths of egress, both interior and exterior are free of obstructions and debris including ice/snow
417.4(h)(4)
Y
Smoke detectors operating on each floor including those not used for childcare
417.4(c)
Y
Solid fuel burning appliances and any permanently installed gas space heater inspected and approved
417.4(j)
Y
Trash and combustibles are not stored in outdoor areas accessible to children
417.4(i)
Y
Trash and combustibles not stored within 4 feet of heating equipment
417.4(i)
Y
417.5 Safety
All ammunition is secured in a safe storage depository
417.5(x)(1)
Y
All caregivers are able to operate phone
417.5(m)(4)
Y
All medications, toxic substances, etc in original containers, used and stored so no hazard created
417.5(j)
Y
All potentially hazardous substances and items are stored where children cannot access
417.5(j)
Y
Animals Inside or outside do not present a threat and appear healthy and free of parasites
417.5(l)(1)
Y
Any pool installed or modified since 2006 has compliant pool alarm in place and operating
417.5(a)
Y
Cleaning supplies stored in original containers or mixed/labeled used & stored where inaccessible
417.5(k)
Y
Clear interior and exterior glass doors marked to prevent accidental impact
417.5(o)
Y
Closet door latches can be opened from the inside
417.5(s)(1)
Y
Egress doors can be opened from the inside without a key. Protective doorknob covers prohibited
417.5(s)(3)
Y
Emergency evacuation diagram must be posted
417.5(b)(2)
Y
Firearms, shotguns and rifles are unloaded, with trigger lock, or secured in a safe storage depository
417.5(x)(2)
Y
Fireplaces, wood stoves, gas heaters, etc have adequately secured barriers to prevent access
417.5(f)(2)
Y
Furniture, play equipment and other materials are sturdy, free of sharp edges and corners
417.5(n)(1)
Y
Handbags, backpacks, plastic bags, small objects, and toys are inaccessible and not a choking hazard
417.5(t)
Y
Hazards such as wells, holes, pits, etc have compliant barriers in place to prevent access
417.5(f)(2)
Y
High chairs must be sturdy and stable and used by children who can sit independently
417.5(u)(1)
Y
High chairs must have safety straps which are fastened when chair in use
417.5(u)(2)
Y
Key or tool needed to unlock bathroom door readily accessible
417.5(s)(2)
Y
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No pools/ponds/water hazards located on or adjacent to the program property; or if present, barriers exist to prevent access
417.5(f)(1)
Y
No portable heaters used in rooms accessible to children, regardless of type or fuel source
417.5(c)
Y
No strangulation hazards in areas accessible to children (window blind cords, ropes, etc)
417.5(y)
Y
No trampolines used larger than a one person exercise trampoline
417.5(w)
Y
Notice given in approved format to Office & parents of the presence of firearms, shotguns or rifles
417.5(x)(5)
Y
Operable flashlight or battery powered lantern maintained for use in power failure
417.5(r)
Y
Outlets covered on all unused, accessible outlets and surge protectors
417.5(i)
Y
Phones do not have call blocking
417.5(m)(6)
Y
Play equipment is used for intended purpose & is developmentally appropriate
417.5(n)(4)
Y
Play equipment is used in a safe manner
417.5(n)(3)
Y
Play equipment must be in good repair and in a safe location
417.5(n)(2)
Y
Porches, walkways, decks and stairs with more than two steps have rail & barrier to prevent falling
417.5(e)
Y
Porches, walkways, decks, ramps and stairs kept clear of ice and snow
417.5(a)
Y
Posting of 911 and Poison Control number 1-800-222-1222
417.5(m)(5)
Y
Radiators & pipes have adequate protection to prevent injury when heating system in use
417.5(d)
Y
Residential pool use approved by Office, or pool not used by day care children
417.5(g)(2)
Y
Shelter in place drills have been conducted and recorded as required
417.5(b)(5)
Y
Spa pools, hot tubs and fill and drain wading pools are not used
417.5(g)(1)
Y
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Suitable precautions are taken to eliminate all safety and health hazards
417.5(a)
Y
There must be a cushioned surface under outside play equipment that poses a fall hazard, regardless of height
417.5(n)(5)
Y
Two shelter in place drills are held annually
417.5(b)(4)
Y
Variety of supplies, food, water and first aid sufficient for sheltering in place overnight
417.5(b)(7)
Y
Window glass less than 32" above floor & accessible to children is safety grade/has adequate barrier
417.5(p)
Y
Windows above 1st floor have barriers to prevent children from falling out (unless egress window)
417.5(q)
Y
Working carbon monoxide alarm on all levels with a carbon monoxide source or a designated napping area (home built after 2008)
417.5(v)
Y
Working carbon monoxide alarm on lowest level with a designated napping area
417.5(v)
Y
Working phone has audible ringtone at all times
417.5(m)(3)
Y
Working phone in visible designated area
417.5(m)(2)
Y
Working phone on premises and available to all caregivers
417.5(m)(1)
Y
417.7 Program Requirements
Designated napping area is arranged so children will not be stepped on
417.7(o)(4)
Y
Designated napping area is arranged so egress will not be blocked
417.7(o)(5)
Y
Designated napping area is arranged to permit caregivers to move freely and safely
417.7(o)(6)
Y
Designated napping area is draft free
417.7(o)(3)
Y
Designated napping area is in approved day care space
417.7(o)(1)
Y
Sleeping areas for infants do not have bumper pads, toys, pillows, heavy blankets, etc. unless medically approved
417.7(n)
Y
Television and other electronic visual media must be turned off when not part of the program plan
417.7(v)
Y
417.8 Supervision of Children
A caregiver is not approved until the Office issues an approval in writing
417.8(k)
Y
*
Assistant is present whenever the numbers & ages of children require
417.8(f)
Y
*
Competent supervision is maintained at all times with exceptions only as specified in regulation
417.8(a)
Y
Electronic devices for social/entertainment purposes are not used while supervising children
417.8(m)
Y
*
One caregiver observed for either 6 children not yet in school or 8 when at least 2 are school age
417.8(j)(1)
Y
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One caregiver present for every 2 children under 2 years in attendance
417.8(j)(2)
Y
417.11 Health and Infection Control
Home and premises are free of vermin
417.11(i)(23)
Y
No dampness, odors or accumulated trash on premises
417.11(i)(22)
Y
Use of pesticides must be in accordance with applicable social services law and regulations
417.11(j)(1)
Y
417.14 Training
*
A caregiver certified in First Aid and CPR is present at all times children are in care
417.14(m)
Y
417.15 Management and Administration
Caregivers attention not diverted by social or business activities not related to child care
417.15(b)(16)
Y
Caregivers, employees and volunteers have read and understand the regulations
417.15(b)(13)
Y
Fire & Police notification completed within 5 days of registration
417.15(b)(18)
Y
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Numbers and ages of children present are within licensed or registered capacity
417.15(a)(9)
Y
*
Office notified of any change to the home or program
417.15(b)(12)
Y
Regulations are available and accessible at the program
417.15(b)(13)
Y
Inspections may be conducted outside of program operating hours and/or off-site (where inspector was not on premises where care is provided) for the following reasons:
For additional information on this program and compliance history, contact:
Office: Delaware Opportunities, Inc.
Phone: (607) 746-1620