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Margaret Saldana

Family child care home · 8417 JAMESTOWN DR, Austin, TX 78758-7922 · License 237673

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 12. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool

Violation history (408)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4— 747.501(6) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants
The operational policies did not include infant safe sleep.		 —
3— 747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policies did not include promotion of physical activity or the duration.		 —
4— 747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
The provider is not inspecting the fire extinguisher monthly.		 —
5— 747.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Two children enrolled and present at the operation did not have any proof of the required immunizations.		 —
4— 747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
A water hose was observed on the ground in the backyard.		 —
5— 747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Upon arrival, observed an infant lying on the couch.		 —
3— 747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
An infant not yet on table food does not have feeding instructions.		 —
5— 747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
A six month old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device.		 —
5— 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Observed an 4 month old inside a play yard with an activity play gym and mat. This was corrected when the provider remove the extra play equipment.		 —
3— 747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Two children do not have admission information available for review.		 —
3— 747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
The infant feeding form has not been updated since August 2025.		 —
4— 747.2301(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs
One infant was left in a play yard after waking up from nap without prompt attention given to the child's physical needs as the child stated: out and the provider left the child in the play yard.		 —
4— 747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible
The restroom was observed with cleaning wipes on the counter and cleaning products under the sink with no child safe lock.		 —
3— 747.3803(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
Neosporin was present in the first aid kit that expired in 2023. It was removed during the inspection.		 Yes
4— 747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
The provider does not have any documentation of vaccinations for the dog present at the operation.		 —
5— 747.2318(1) - Tummy Time Activities - Ensure that caregivers and staff can see and hear the infant when an infant is engaged in tummy time
A six month old infant was observed doing tummy time while not being visible to the caregiver.		 —
4— 747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
There was no fire drill logged for the month of September.		 —
3— 747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Children under two years old were observed having screen time.		 —
4— 747.5005(3) - Lock-down drill 4 times in a calendar year
The provider did not conduct lock-down drills 4 times in a calendar year.		 —
3— 747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
A current product certification form was not available for review.		 —
5— 747.1503(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Children are left unsupervised at the operation when the provider sleeps and/or naps while children are present in care at the operation.		 —
3— 747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The provider last completed the CPSC annual certification in 2018.		 —
3— 747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies did not include parent's rights.		 —
5— 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
A six month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket and stuffed animal.		 —
3— 747.623(3) - Immunizations-Completed official record from doctor's office or pharmacy
Two children's immunization records did not have the signature (including a rubber stamp or electronic signature) of the health-care professional who administered the vaccine.		 —
3— 747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Two children do not have immunization information on file. One child does not have current immunizations on file.		 —
4— 747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Fire drills are not being practiced monthly and during more than one drill the provider logged that they were not able to exit in 3 minutes or less.		 —
3— 747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection did not have a statement of the child's health from a health-care professional.		 —
3— 747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
The provider did not have any admission paperwork for two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection.		 —
3— 747.5337(b)(2) - CO Detection System Connected to Alarm or Smoke Detection System- Test Documentation Available During Hours of Operation
The provider is not testing the carbon monoxide detection system monthly.		 —
5— 747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
The provider did not demonstrate good judgment when a pillow and blanket was placed on top of an infant in a bouncer to help the infant sleep. This was removed during the inspction.		 —
3— 747.3113(4) - Menus Available to Licensing
The provider did not have a menu for today's breakfast available for review or any prior menus available for review during inspection.		 —
5— 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Observed a child under 12 months old sleeping in a Play yard with a pillow and toys inside.		 —
4— 747.3213(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
Children were observed being placed in high chairs for meal time without washing their hands.		 —
5— 747.2318(3) - Tummy Time Activities - If infant has fallen asleep, move infant immediately to the crib and position on the infant?s back as required by ?747.2327
A six month old was observed falling asleep during tummy time and was not moved promptly.		 —
5— 745.621(a)(5) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time a non-client resident 14 or older moves into your home or operation
An individual older than 14 is living in the home and does not have a background check.		 —
4— 747.2305(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Non-walking
A non-walking infant was observed sleeping on a mat instead of a crib.		 —
5— 745.8641 - Requirements during probation
The conditions imposed during the probation period were not completed.		 —
4— 747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training
The primary caregiver does not have any annual training on file.		 —
4— 747.5005(2) - Sheltering drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar year
The provider did not conduct severe weather drills 4 times in a calendar year.		 —
4— 747.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
One child with a diagnosed allergy did not have a a completed food allergy emergency plan for the child.		 —
5— 747.2324(1) - Naptime for Infants - Designated crib, cot, bed, or mat
An infant was asleep on a recliner chair. The provider moved the infant into a play yard during inspection.		 —
3— 747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Children were observed watching screens during meal time.		 —
3— 747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
The provider did not have a health statement for the dog present at the operation.		 —
3— 747.4303(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
Observed two children sleeping on couches in the livingroom. This was corrected when the children were placed on the mattress and floor.		 Yes
3— 747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
There is no current record of safety drills documentation, includeing tests of smoke detectors, carbon monoxide dectors, or fire extinguishers.		 —
4— 747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained
The provider did not have any records of attendance for each child.		 —
5— 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
One adult was present in the home without a background check during inspection. The individual left during inspection.		 —
5— 747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing
The provider is not testing the smoke detectors monthly.		 —
4— 747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
The fire extinguisher was not inspected in the month of September.		 —
3— 747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Screen time was available for children under 2 years old. This was corrected when the televsion was turned off.		 Yes
3— 747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
A current product certification form was not available for review.		 —
5— 747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing
The provider is not testing the smoke detectors monthly.		 —
5— 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Observed an 4 month old inside a play yard with an activity play gym and mat. This was corrected when the provider remove the extra play equipment.		 —
5— 747.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Two children enrolled and present at the operation did not have any proof of the required immunizations.		 —
3— 747.623(3) - Immunizations-Completed official record from doctor's office or pharmacy
Two children's immunization records did not have the signature (including a rubber stamp or electronic signature) of the health-care professional who administered the vaccine.		 —
5— 747.1503(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Children are left unsupervised at the operation when the provider sleeps and/or naps while children are present in care at the operation.		 —
3— 747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
The infant feeding form has not been updated since August 2025.		 —
4— 747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained
The provider did not have any records of attendance for each child.		 —
4— 747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
The fire extinguisher was not inspected in the month of September.		 —
3— 747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
The provider did not have a health statement for the dog present at the operation.		 —
5— 745.621(a)(5) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time a non-client resident 14 or older moves into your home or operation
An individual older than 14 is living in the home and does not have a background check.		 —
4— 747.3213(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
Children were observed being placed in high chairs for meal time without washing their hands.		 —
3— 747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Children under two years old were observed having screen time.		 —
3— 747.3113(4) - Menus Available to Licensing
The provider did not have a menu for today's breakfast available for review or any prior menus available for review during inspection.		 —
5— 747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
A six month old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device.		 —
4— 747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
There was no fire drill logged for the month of September.		 —
3— 747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Two children do not have immunization information on file. One child does not have current immunizations on file.		 —
3— 747.4303(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
Observed two children sleeping on couches in the livingroom. This was corrected when the children were placed on the mattress and floor.		 Yes
3— 747.3803(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
Neosporin was present in the first aid kit that expired in 2023. It was removed during the inspection.		 Yes
4— 747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
The provider is not inspecting the fire extinguisher monthly.		 —
5— 747.2318(1) - Tummy Time Activities - Ensure that caregivers and staff can see and hear the infant when an infant is engaged in tummy time
A six month old infant was observed doing tummy time while not being visible to the caregiver.		 —
5— 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
One adult was present in the home without a background check during inspection. The individual left during inspection.		 —
4— 747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible
The restroom was observed with cleaning wipes on the counter and cleaning products under the sink with no child safe lock.		 —
3— 747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The provider last completed the CPSC annual certification in 2018.		 —
3— 747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
The operational policies did not include parent's rights.		 —
3— 747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
There is no current record of safety drills documentation, includeing tests of smoke detectors, carbon monoxide dectors, or fire extinguishers.		 —
4— 747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training
The primary caregiver does not have any annual training on file.		 —
3— 747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policies did not include promotion of physical activity or the duration.		 —
4— 747.5005(2) - Sheltering drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar year
The provider did not conduct severe weather drills 4 times in a calendar year.		 —
4— 747.501(6) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants
The operational policies did not include infant safe sleep.		 —
4— 747.2301(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs
One infant was left in a play yard after waking up from nap without prompt attention given to the child's physical needs as the child stated: out and the provider left the child in the play yard.		 —
3— 747.5337(b)(2) - CO Detection System Connected to Alarm or Smoke Detection System- Test Documentation Available During Hours of Operation
The provider is not testing the carbon monoxide detection system monthly.		 —
5— 745.8641 - Requirements during probation
The conditions imposed during the probation period were not completed.		 —
3— 747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
The provider did not have any admission paperwork for two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection.		 —
4— 747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Fire drills are not being practiced monthly and during more than one drill the provider logged that they were not able to exit in 3 minutes or less.		 —
5— 747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
The provider did not demonstrate good judgment when a pillow and blanket was placed on top of an infant in a bouncer to help the infant sleep. This was removed during the inspction.		 —
5— 747.2318(3) - Tummy Time Activities - If infant has fallen asleep, move infant immediately to the crib and position on the infant?s back as required by ?747.2327
A six month old was observed falling asleep during tummy time and was not moved promptly.		 —
4— 747.2305(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Non-walking
A non-walking infant was observed sleeping on a mat instead of a crib.		 —
4— 747.5005(3) - Lock-down drill 4 times in a calendar year
The provider did not conduct lock-down drills 4 times in a calendar year.		 —
3— 747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Screen time was available for children under 2 years old. This was corrected when the televsion was turned off.		 Yes
5— 747.2324(1) - Naptime for Infants - Designated crib, cot, bed, or mat
An infant was asleep on a recliner chair. The provider moved the infant into a play yard during inspection.		 —
3— 747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
An infant not yet on table food does not have feeding instructions.		 —
5— 747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Upon arrival, observed an infant lying on the couch.		 —
5— 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
A six month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket and stuffed animal.		 —
4— 747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
The provider does not have any documentation of vaccinations for the dog present at the operation.		 —
5— 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Observed a child under 12 months old sleeping in a Play yard with a pillow and toys inside.		 —
3— 747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Two children do not have admission information available for review.		 —
4— 747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
A water hose was observed on the ground in the backyard.		 —
3— 747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Children were observed watching screens during meal time.		 —

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

Inspections (64)

64 inspection record(s) on file from TX-HHSC.

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