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Lov-4-tots Academy

Child care center · 11420 EAST WASHINGTON ST, Indianapolis, IN 46229 · License 576034

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? IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 — Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) — Twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division
Unless the provider is a parent, stepparent, quardian, custodian, or other relative to each child in the care of the provider, the individual annually must recieve at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division and related to the age appropriate education development, care, and safety of children.
? 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
The floor outside of the kitchen, under one of the tables is cracked and coming up, not sanitary. Toddler room has an outlet plug with a broken faceplate.
? 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.
6 staff files reviewed missing documentation current First Aid Training. Send documentation to consultant.
? 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
In the kitchen there was 3 bags/boxes of cereal, 2 bags of chips, open container of goldfish crackers and 2 tubs of cheese balls not dated with the date of opening.
? IAC 3-18-19 Records — Records - Children's emergency contact information, Emergency assistance telephone numbers near a telephone.
Records: The provider shall maintain the following records and documents at the facility which shall be made available to the verifying agency upon request: Children's emergency contact information.
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 — Each childcare provider shall have certification in pediatric CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid.
Each childcare provider, employee, or volunteer, caregiver shall have current certification in pediatric First Aid.
? 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
Both hall bathrooms did not have soap or paper towels in them at the time of inspection.
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-7(b) — Discipline
A provider shall: Maintain in each child's file a copy of the child discipline policy that has been signed by the parent or legal guardian
? 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
1 crib matress in the infant room was bunched up causing a bump in the matress due to being too big for the crib.
? IC 12-17.2-6-7 — The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request
3 children's files reviewed missing documentation signed Parent's notice. Send documentation to consultant.
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) — Orientation
Orientation
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-10(b)(1) and (2) — Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months. Date of last drill________________
Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months.
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
School age and #4 classroom with peeling paint along wall.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) — Twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division
Unless the provider is a parent, stepparent, quardian, custodian, or other relative to each child in the care of the provider, the individual annually must recieve at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division and related to the age appropriate education development, care, and safety of children.
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) — Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
Six caregivers with expired universal precautions training.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) — The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough
One child missing immunization record.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 — Each childcare provider shall have certification in pediatric CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid.
Each childcare provider, employee, or volunteer, caregiver shall have current certification in First Aid.
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 caregiver missing current first aid training.
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) — Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
Two caregivers missing universal precautions training.
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.
Six staff are missing documentation of 1st Aid training in their files. (S.J., F.J., J.C., D.C., S.R., L.G.)
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
Playground: The fence gate is open to an area with items, foundation coating and roofing, labeled “keep out of reach of children” and the wire fence is broken in this area with sharp edges which is a hazard. There are bricks/cement blocks in the grassy area which is a hazard.
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
In Rooms 2 & 3 staff purses are accessible to children which is unsafe. Infant room: Under the sink there is Bathroom cleaning spray, Lysol, & Baby Wash all labeled “Keep out of reach of children” which is unsafe. There is a coffee cup on the floor by the sink. Outlet covers are missing in multiple rooms which is unsafe. The yellow wall is broken by the boys bathroom and in the Infant room the wall is broken behind the door which is unsanitary. All rooms have peeling paint which is unsanitary. Send documentation to consultant.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) — The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough
Two children are missing documentation of current Immunizations in their files. Send documentation to consultant.
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) — Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
One staff is missing documentation of Universal Precautions training in their file. (S.J.) Send documentation to consultant.
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
During visit the cook in the kitchen did have a hair net on and an apron on.
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
Infant room: The brown crib is broken, the side bar is not screwed into the end which is unsafe.
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
Hallway: Space heater plugged in and on the hallway floor accessible to children which is unsafe. Hallway: The hallway ceiling is peeling and cracked which is unsanitary. Kitchen: The kitchen ceiling is cracked which is unsanitary. REPEAT: The Kitchen is unlocked and there are cleaning items (Mold and Mildew), accessible to children on the counter by the sinks and paint and 3 hair products by the fridge which is unsafe.
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
Kitchen: There is a paint can, 3 hair products and a hairbrush on the kitchen prep table by the fridge.
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
Playground: Broken playhouses and broken toys which are hazards.
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
The Boys’ and girls’ bathrooms do not have paper towels in dispensers.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-128 — Hand cleaning and drying procedure
The Retail Food Establishment Sanitation Requirements Book was not present during visit.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-443 — Sanitizers; criteria
The Chemical Sanitizing strip kit was not present during visit.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-443 — Sanitizers; criteria
The Chemical Sanitizing strip kit was not present during visit.
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
In the White freezer the garlic bread and popsicles are not dated. Apple juice in fridge not dated. Open bag of cereal sitting on the counter which is unsanitary.
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
COMPLAINT: Consultant observed several insect traps with dead cockroaches on them located on the kitchen counter and on the floor under kitchen cabinets. Front room: Ceiling is cracked and there is wall damage. Space heater sitting on top of counter turned on which is unsafe. Front room, Infant room and Blue had outlet covers missing which is unsafe. Wall damage behind white freezer in the hallway exposing drywall which is unsanitary. Yellow room 2: Peeling paint and exposed drywall which is unsanitary. Blinds coming off the ceiling. Kitchen: Baseboard coming off the green wall which is unsanitary.
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
White freezer thermometer is not present at time of visit.
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
In the infant room the Brown crib is broken, and White crib has a loose screw which is not sturdy and unsafe. Changing table is not study, it wobbles and there is a screw sticking out of the leg near the floor.
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
In the infant room the Brown crib is broken, and White crib has a loose screw which is not sturdy and unsafe.
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
COMPLAINT: Consultant observed several insect traps with dead cockroaches on them located on the kitchen counter and on the floor under kitchen cabinets.
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
Boys bathroom door trim is missing exposing broken wood with sharp edges which is unsafe.
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
The Kitchen cleaning schedule isn't posted in the 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
Front room: Red bowl of bleach water sitting on table accessible to children which is unsafe. In the Blue room in a plastic storage drawer there is Febreze and Sure Scents spray labeled “keep out of reach of children” accessible to children which is unsafe. Yellow room 2: Diapers not covered on shelf which is unsanitary. Kitchen: Unlocked door with bleach and other cleaning supplies accessible to children which is unsafe.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-416 — Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests
COMPLAINT: Consultant observed several insect traps with dead cockroaches on them located on the kitchen counter and on the floor under kitchen cabinets.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-416 — Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests
COMPLAINT: Consultant observed several insect traps with dead cockroaches on them located on the kitchen counter and on the floor under kitchen cabinets.
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 table being used for storage which is unsanitary.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) — Orientation
Orientation
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 — Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
? IAC 3-18-19 Records — Records - Children's emergency contact information, Emergency assistance telephone numbers near a telephone.
Records: The provider shall maintain the following records and documents at the facility which shall be made available to the verifying agency upon request: Children's emergency contact information.
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 — Each childcare provider shall have certification in pediatric CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid.
Each childcare provider, employee, or volunteer, caregiver shall have current certification in pediatric First Aid.
? 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
Both hall bathrooms did not have soap or paper towels in them at the time of inspection.
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-7(b) — Discipline
A provider shall: Maintain in each child's file a copy of the child discipline policy that has been signed by the parent or legal guardian
? IC 12-17.2-6-7 — The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request
3 children's files reviewed missing documentation signed Parent's notice. Send documentation to consultant.
? 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
1 crib matress in the infant room was bunched up causing a bump in the matress due to being too big for the crib.
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) — Twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division
Unless the provider is a parent, stepparent, quardian, custodian, or other relative to each child in the care of the provider, the individual annually must recieve at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division and related to the age appropriate education development, care, and safety of children.
? 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
The floor outside of the kitchen, under one of the tables is cracked and coming up, not sanitary. Toddler room has an outlet plug with a broken faceplate.
? 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.
6 staff files reviewed missing documentation current First Aid Training. Send documentation to consultant.
? 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
In the kitchen there was 3 bags/boxes of cereal, 2 bags of chips, open container of goldfish crackers and 2 tubs of cheese balls not dated with the date of opening.
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-10(b)(1) and (2) — Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months. Date of last drill________________
Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months.
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
School age and #4 classroom with peeling paint along wall.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) — The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough
One child missing immunization record.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) — Twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division
Unless the provider is a parent, stepparent, quardian, custodian, or other relative to each child in the care of the provider, the individual annually must recieve at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division and related to the age appropriate education development, care, and safety of children.
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) — Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
Six caregivers with expired universal precautions training.
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 caregiver missing current first aid training.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 — Each childcare provider shall have certification in pediatric CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid.
Each childcare provider, employee, or volunteer, caregiver shall have current certification in First Aid.
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) — Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
Two caregivers missing universal precautions training.
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.
Six staff are missing documentation of 1st Aid training in their files. (S.J., F.J., J.C., D.C., S.R., L.G.)
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
During visit the cook in the kitchen did have a hair net on and an apron on.
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
Infant room: The brown crib is broken, the side bar is not screwed into the end which is unsafe.
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
Playground: The fence gate is open to an area with items, foundation coating and roofing, labeled “keep out of reach of children” and the wire fence is broken in this area with sharp edges which is a hazard. There are bricks/cement blocks in the grassy area which is a hazard.
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
In Rooms 2 & 3 staff purses are accessible to children which is unsafe. Infant room: Under the sink there is Bathroom cleaning spray, Lysol, & Baby Wash all labeled “Keep out of reach of children” which is unsafe. There is a coffee cup on the floor by the sink. Outlet covers are missing in multiple rooms which is unsafe. The yellow wall is broken by the boys bathroom and in the Infant room the wall is broken behind the door which is unsanitary. All rooms have peeling paint which is unsanitary. Send documentation to consultant.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) — The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough
Two children are missing documentation of current Immunizations in their files. Send documentation to consultant.
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) — Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
One staff is missing documentation of Universal Precautions training in their file. (S.J.) Send documentation to consultant.
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
Kitchen: There is a paint can, 3 hair products and a hairbrush on the kitchen prep table by the fridge.
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
Hallway: Space heater plugged in and on the hallway floor accessible to children which is unsafe. Hallway: The hallway ceiling is peeling and cracked which is unsanitary. Kitchen: The kitchen ceiling is cracked which is unsanitary. REPEAT: The Kitchen is unlocked and there are cleaning items (Mold and Mildew), accessible to children on the counter by the sinks and paint and 3 hair products by the fridge which is unsafe.
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
Front room: Red bowl of bleach water sitting on table accessible to children which is unsafe. In the Blue room in a plastic storage drawer there is Febreze and Sure Scents spray labeled “keep out of reach of children” accessible to children which is unsafe. Yellow room 2: Diapers not covered on shelf which is unsanitary. Kitchen: Unlocked door with bleach and other cleaning supplies accessible to children which is unsafe.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-416 — Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests
COMPLAINT: Consultant observed several insect traps with dead cockroaches on them located on the kitchen counter and on the floor under kitchen cabinets.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-416 — Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests
COMPLAINT: Consultant observed several insect traps with dead cockroaches on them located on the kitchen counter and on the floor under kitchen cabinets.
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 table being used for storage which is unsanitary.
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
Playground: Broken playhouses and broken toys which are hazards.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-128 — Hand cleaning and drying procedure
The Retail Food Establishment Sanitation Requirements Book was not present during visit.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-128 — Hand cleaning and drying procedure
The Retail Food Establishment Sanitation Requirements Book was not present during visit.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-443 — Sanitizers; criteria
The Chemical Sanitizing strip kit was not present during visit.
Yes
? 410 IAC 7-24-443 — Sanitizers; criteria
The Chemical Sanitizing strip kit was not present during visit.
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
In the White freezer the garlic bread and popsicles are not dated. Apple juice in fridge not dated. Open bag of cereal sitting on the counter which is unsanitary.
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
COMPLAINT: Consultant observed several insect traps with dead cockroaches on them located on the kitchen counter and on the floor under kitchen cabinets. Front room: Ceiling is cracked and there is wall damage. Space heater sitting on top of counter turned on which is unsafe. Front room, Infant room and Blue had outlet covers missing which is unsafe. Wall damage behind white freezer in the hallway exposing drywall which is unsanitary. Yellow room 2: Peeling paint and exposed drywall which is unsanitary. Blinds coming off the ceiling. Kitchen: Baseboard coming off the green wall which is unsanitary.
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
White freezer thermometer is not present at time of visit.
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
In the infant room the Brown crib is broken, and White crib has a loose screw which is not sturdy and unsafe. Changing table is not study, it wobbles and there is a screw sticking out of the leg near the floor.
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
In the infant room the Brown crib is broken, and White crib has a loose screw which is not sturdy and unsafe.
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
COMPLAINT: Consultant observed several insect traps with dead cockroaches on them located on the kitchen counter and on the floor under kitchen cabinets.
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
Boys bathroom door trim is missing exposing broken wood with sharp edges which is unsafe.
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
The Kitchen cleaning schedule isn't posted in the kitchen.
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
The Boys’ and girls’ bathrooms do not have paper towels in dispensers.
Yes
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) — Orientation
Orientation
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 — Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
? IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) — Twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division
Unless the provider is a parent, stepparent, quardian, custodian, or other relative to each child in the care of the provider, the individual annually must recieve at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division and related to the age appropriate education development, care, and safety of children.
? 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
The floor outside of the kitchen, under one of the tables is cracked and coming up, not sanitary. Toddler room has an outlet plug with a broken faceplate.
? 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.
6 staff files reviewed missing documentation current First Aid Training. Send documentation to consultant.
? 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
In the kitchen there was 3 bags/boxes of cereal, 2 bags of chips, open container of goldfish crackers and 2 tubs of cheese balls not dated with the date of opening.
? IAC 3-18-19 Records — Records - Children's emergency contact information, Emergency assistance telephone numbers near a telephone.
Records: The provider shall maintain the following records and documents at the facility which shall be made available to the verifying agency upon request: Children's emergency contact information.

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

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444 inspection record(s) on file from IN-FSSA.

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