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Heritage Pointe Childcare Ministry

Child care center · 801 Huntington Avenue, Warren, IN 46792 · License 167839

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Violation history (293)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
?— 410 IAC 7-24-141 — Discarding or reconditioning of unsafe, misbranded, adulterated or contaminated food
Fridge utilized for food storage in lunchroom with visible contamination (dried stains/spilled food/etc) on shelves and in/under drawers		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-141 — Discarding or reconditioning of unsafe, misbranded, adulterated or contaminated food
Fridge utilized for food storage in lunchroom with visible contamination (dried stains/spilled food/etc) on shelves and in/under drawers		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Consultant observed rubber baseboard in restroom (3/4's) detached from wall and laying behind toilet		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens
Clean plates and cups stored in open area. Cups stored rim down in basket with visible debris on the bottom.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens
Clean plates and cups stored in open area. Cups stored rim down in basket with visible debris on the bottom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean
Thirteen month old female asleep in a bouncy seat upon consultant's arrival, all children over one year must sleep in a crib or on a cot.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
Opened container of baby food in infant refrigerator with an infant spoon in it.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Items accessible to children that are labeled Keep Out of Reach or are not safe: 2's room - diaper creams in low tubs, 3/4 room - Dawn soap, air freshner, and teacher purse in unlocked cabinet under sink, 4-School age; Lysol cleaner under classroo sink, teacher purse on low shelf, clorox toilet bowl cleaner and disinfectant on low window ledge in bathroom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) — All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet
Toilet paper roll sitting on sink in school age room, toilet brush in bathroom in 2's room.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
Trash from lunch full and uncovered in cafeteria, pull ups in uncovered trash in corner classroom.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
Trash from lunch full and uncovered in cafeteria, pull ups in uncovered trash in corner classroom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
Diapers loose througout program. Sitting in cubbies, on entry table, and not covered in restrooms by changing tables.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
Food in kitchen area not labeled with open dates (cereals, applesauce, condiments in hotel pans in refrigerator, snacks in classrooms, infant puffs, infant formula containers.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
Changing pad in toddler room very dirty, not sanitary. Old paper laying on diaper pad, needs thrown away with diaper after diaper change.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Floor and rugs not clean, very dirty. Teacher purse on counter in open classroom, accessible.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) — The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33
One staff members present with children has an expired consent.		 Yes
4— IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers
Three staff members present with children have expired fingerptints on file.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) — immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
Caps, nipples, and bottles all being stored together in infant tubs. Breastmilk in infant refrigerator not labeled with name, date, or time prepared.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Items in program labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children accessible to children: toddler room - tub of 10 diaper creams on counter within reach, storage closet unlocked - baby oil, shaving cream within reach.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) — immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
Bottle prep sink in infant room can not be used for any other purpose. If making bottles in infant room must use bottled water - no bottled water in infant room.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) — Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use
Consultant was present during breakfast service. Four of four staff present with children during service not weating aprons or hair restraints.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) — An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry.
One of nine caregivers does not have documentation of current first aid training.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Items labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children accessible to children: bottle of Lysol disinfectant in kitchen on low cart, bottle of child's liquid ibuprofen on counter in infant room, age freshener in unlocked cabinet under sink in back corner room. There is a door vent missing on restroom door in back corner room, and also a door on upper cabinet that holds diapers is missing.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-420 — Refrigerated medicines; storage
Bottle of amoxicillin in infant room refrigerator. Date on bottle is 3/13/24, prescription reads needed for ten days. Not stored properly, needs to be in lidded container labeled 'medications'.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-420 — Refrigerated medicines; storage
Bottle of amoxicillin in infant room refrigerator. Date on bottle is 3/13/24, prescription reads needed for ten days. Not stored properly, needs to be in lidded container labeled 'medications'.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) — Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in good condition, clean, and shall maintain the proper temperatures. Each compartment of the refrigerator and freezer shall be provided with an accurate thermometer, in good position for daily monitoring
The thermometer in the kitchen refrigerator is at 44 degrees. Refrigerator temperature needs to be at 41 or below.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
There is not a lid on or closely available for the trash in the kitchen/eating area.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
There is not a lid on or closely available for the trash in the kitchen/eating area.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(a) — Food Service. The kitchen and any other food preparation area shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, separate from areas used for any other purpose, and shall be so located that it is not used as a throughway to other rooms or areas. The kitchen shall not be used for childrens activities or naps, a dining or recreational area for adults, or as an office
Six carts used for food service are dirty - chunks of food, food splatters, not sanitary for food service.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-229 — Cleanability of food-contact surfaces
Consultant arrived early, before any food service for the day. Observed that highchairs and tables in the kitchen were dirty/sticky, did not appear to have been sanitized after yesterdays food service.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-229 — Cleanability of food-contact surfaces
Consultant arrived early, before any food service for the day. Observed that highchairs and tables in the kitchen were dirty/sticky, did not appear to have been sanitized after yesterdays food service.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
There are no changing tables in two rooms with children who wear diapers. Diaper changing must be on a table with a sanitizable pad.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) — Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in good condition, clean, and shall maintain the proper temperatures. Each compartment of the refrigerator and freezer shall be provided with an accurate thermometer, in good position for daily monitoring
No thermometer in freezer section of infant mini-fridge, and bags of breast milk being stored there.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
Container of expired oatmeal in one infant's tub - expired 10/23/23.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
The last receiving temperatures logged were from 3/26/24.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
There is no temperature log used for vended food. Spoke with staff, they have never been instructed to take/record temps. Left sample log with director.		 Yes
4— IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers
Two staff members present with children do not have fingerprints on file with the division.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
Diaper pad in toddler room very soiled on top and underneath. The 3's room pad also dirty, with no disinfecting spray available near the changing table. Pads must be sanitized when soiled, even if using paper.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) — immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
Infant bottles stored put together, condensation in them, must be stored with parts separate, covered,and labeled. Bottles currently being mixed in room with tap water. Left directives with director on how to properly prepare bottles on site.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) — Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate
Blankets in classrooms are all stored together in stacks. Individual blankets can not touch.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) — The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33
Two staff members present with children do not have consents on file with the division.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
Food throughout program not labeled with opened dates: infant room - formula tubs and cereals, peanuts in storage closet, applesauce and cereals in kitchen.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-141 — Discarding or reconditioning of unsafe, misbranded, adulterated or contaminated food
Fridge utilized for food storage in lunchroom with visible contamination (dried stains/spilled food/etc) on shelves and in/under drawers		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-141 — Discarding or reconditioning of unsafe, misbranded, adulterated or contaminated food
Fridge utilized for food storage in lunchroom with visible contamination (dried stains/spilled food/etc) on shelves and in/under drawers		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Consultant observed rubber baseboard in restroom (3/4's) detached from wall and laying behind toilet		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens
Clean plates and cups stored in open area. Cups stored rim down in basket with visible debris on the bottom.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens
Clean plates and cups stored in open area. Cups stored rim down in basket with visible debris on the bottom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
Opened container of baby food in infant refrigerator with an infant spoon in it.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean
Thirteen month old female asleep in a bouncy seat upon consultant's arrival, all children over one year must sleep in a crib or on a cot.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Items accessible to children that are labeled Keep Out of Reach or are not safe: 2's room - diaper creams in low tubs, 3/4 room - Dawn soap, air freshner, and teacher purse in unlocked cabinet under sink, 4-School age; Lysol cleaner under classroo sink, teacher purse on low shelf, clorox toilet bowl cleaner and disinfectant on low window ledge in bathroom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) — All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet
Toilet paper roll sitting on sink in school age room, toilet brush in bathroom in 2's room.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-420 — Refrigerated medicines; storage
Bottle of amoxicillin in infant room refrigerator. Date on bottle is 3/13/24, prescription reads needed for ten days. Not stored properly, needs to be in lidded container labeled 'medications'.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) — immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
Bottle prep sink in infant room can not be used for any other purpose. If making bottles in infant room must use bottled water - no bottled water in infant room.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
Trash from lunch full and uncovered in cafeteria, pull ups in uncovered trash in corner classroom.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
Trash from lunch full and uncovered in cafeteria, pull ups in uncovered trash in corner classroom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
Diapers loose througout program. Sitting in cubbies, on entry table, and not covered in restrooms by changing tables.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
Food in kitchen area not labeled with open dates (cereals, applesauce, condiments in hotel pans in refrigerator, snacks in classrooms, infant puffs, infant formula containers.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Floor and rugs not clean, very dirty. Teacher purse on counter in open classroom, accessible.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) — The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33
One staff members present with children has an expired consent.		 Yes
4— IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers
Three staff members present with children have expired fingerptints on file.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) — immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
Caps, nipples, and bottles all being stored together in infant tubs. Breastmilk in infant refrigerator not labeled with name, date, or time prepared.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
Changing pad in toddler room very dirty, not sanitary. Old paper laying on diaper pad, needs thrown away with diaper after diaper change.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) — An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry.
One of nine caregivers does not have documentation of current first aid training.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) — Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use
Consultant was present during breakfast service. Four of four staff present with children during service not weating aprons or hair restraints.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-420 — Refrigerated medicines; storage
Bottle of amoxicillin in infant room refrigerator. Date on bottle is 3/13/24, prescription reads needed for ten days. Not stored properly, needs to be in lidded container labeled 'medications'.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(a) — Food Service. The kitchen and any other food preparation area shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, separate from areas used for any other purpose, and shall be so located that it is not used as a throughway to other rooms or areas. The kitchen shall not be used for childrens activities or naps, a dining or recreational area for adults, or as an office
Six carts used for food service are dirty - chunks of food, food splatters, not sanitary for food service.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) — Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in good condition, clean, and shall maintain the proper temperatures. Each compartment of the refrigerator and freezer shall be provided with an accurate thermometer, in good position for daily monitoring
The thermometer in the kitchen refrigerator is at 44 degrees. Refrigerator temperature needs to be at 41 or below.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
There is not a lid on or closely available for the trash in the kitchen/eating area.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
There is not a lid on or closely available for the trash in the kitchen/eating area.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-229 — Cleanability of food-contact surfaces
Consultant arrived early, before any food service for the day. Observed that highchairs and tables in the kitchen were dirty/sticky, did not appear to have been sanitized after yesterdays food service.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-229 — Cleanability of food-contact surfaces
Consultant arrived early, before any food service for the day. Observed that highchairs and tables in the kitchen were dirty/sticky, did not appear to have been sanitized after yesterdays food service.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
There are no changing tables in two rooms with children who wear diapers. Diaper changing must be on a table with a sanitizable pad.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) — Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in good condition, clean, and shall maintain the proper temperatures. Each compartment of the refrigerator and freezer shall be provided with an accurate thermometer, in good position for daily monitoring
No thermometer in freezer section of infant mini-fridge, and bags of breast milk being stored there.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
Container of expired oatmeal in one infant's tub - expired 10/23/23.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
The last receiving temperatures logged were from 3/26/24.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Items labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children accessible to children: bottle of Lysol disinfectant in kitchen on low cart, bottle of child's liquid ibuprofen on counter in infant room, age freshener in unlocked cabinet under sink in back corner room. There is a door vent missing on restroom door in back corner room, and also a door on upper cabinet that holds diapers is missing.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
Diaper pad in toddler room very soiled on top and underneath. The 3's room pad also dirty, with no disinfecting spray available near the changing table. Pads must be sanitized when soiled, even if using paper.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
There is no temperature log used for vended food. Spoke with staff, they have never been instructed to take/record temps. Left sample log with director.		 Yes
4— IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers
Two staff members present with children do not have fingerprints on file with the division.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) — The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33
Two staff members present with children do not have consents on file with the division.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
Food throughout program not labeled with opened dates: infant room - formula tubs and cereals, peanuts in storage closet, applesauce and cereals in kitchen.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Items in program labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children accessible to children: toddler room - tub of 10 diaper creams on counter within reach, storage closet unlocked - baby oil, shaving cream within reach.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) — immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
Infant bottles stored put together, condensation in them, must be stored with parts separate, covered,and labeled. Bottles currently being mixed in room with tap water. Left directives with director on how to properly prepare bottles on site.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) — Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate
Blankets in classrooms are all stored together in stacks. Individual blankets can not touch.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-141 — Discarding or reconditioning of unsafe, misbranded, adulterated or contaminated food
Fridge utilized for food storage in lunchroom with visible contamination (dried stains/spilled food/etc) on shelves and in/under drawers		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-141 — Discarding or reconditioning of unsafe, misbranded, adulterated or contaminated food
Fridge utilized for food storage in lunchroom with visible contamination (dried stains/spilled food/etc) on shelves and in/under drawers		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Consultant observed rubber baseboard in restroom (3/4's) detached from wall and laying behind toilet		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens
Clean plates and cups stored in open area. Cups stored rim down in basket with visible debris on the bottom.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens
Clean plates and cups stored in open area. Cups stored rim down in basket with visible debris on the bottom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean
Thirteen month old female asleep in a bouncy seat upon consultant's arrival, all children over one year must sleep in a crib or on a cot.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
Opened container of baby food in infant refrigerator with an infant spoon in it.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Items accessible to children that are labeled Keep Out of Reach or are not safe: 2's room - diaper creams in low tubs, 3/4 room - Dawn soap, air freshner, and teacher purse in unlocked cabinet under sink, 4-School age; Lysol cleaner under classroo sink, teacher purse on low shelf, clorox toilet bowl cleaner and disinfectant on low window ledge in bathroom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) — All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet
Toilet paper roll sitting on sink in school age room, toilet brush in bathroom in 2's room.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) — immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
Bottle prep sink in infant room can not be used for any other purpose. If making bottles in infant room must use bottled water - no bottled water in infant room.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
Diapers loose througout program. Sitting in cubbies, on entry table, and not covered in restrooms by changing tables.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
Trash from lunch full and uncovered in cafeteria, pull ups in uncovered trash in corner classroom.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
Trash from lunch full and uncovered in cafeteria, pull ups in uncovered trash in corner classroom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
Food in kitchen area not labeled with open dates (cereals, applesauce, condiments in hotel pans in refrigerator, snacks in classrooms, infant puffs, infant formula containers.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Floor and rugs not clean, very dirty. Teacher purse on counter in open classroom, accessible.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
Changing pad in toddler room very dirty, not sanitary. Old paper laying on diaper pad, needs thrown away with diaper after diaper change.		 Yes

Severity 5 = most serious. Source: official state record.

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Ownership

United Methodist Memorial Home/Heritage Point

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