Capacity 78. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool
| Severity | Date | Standard / narrative | Corrected |
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| 3 | — |
746.203(1) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Have Coverage of at Least $300,000 For Each Occurrence of Negligence
The current insurance policy does not meet requirements. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
Six play yards in the infant care room needed snug fitting sheets. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
An eight seat table was observed at the operation. Three of the seats needed safety straps. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
The room used for infant care does not have a hand washing sink. The diaper changing table was observed outside of the classroom. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2403(5) - Infant Care Area - Space to Walk Between Cribs, Cots or Mats
The cribs and playyards in the infant care allot space for caregivers to walk between |
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| 5 | — |
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
The operation is not compliant with the probation requirements by not maintaining supervision when a caregiver left children in a room unattended while getting another child from the bus. |
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| 5 | — |
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
During the follow up inspection I observed a group of children playing on the playground. An individual without an eligible background was observed on the inside of the gated playground with direct access to the children. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
I observed two broken play yards in the infant room. Note: The play yards were removed from the classroom during this inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.3317(7) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
During this inspection I observed two and three year old children eating whole grapes. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
The carbon monoxide detector was last checked and documented on 07/27/2021. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
Five play yards in the infant care room needed snug fitting sheets. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
During this inspection I observed the following on the outdoor playground: -Holes in the fence -A broken entrance gate. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year
The operation had not practiced a severe weather, lockdown, or shelter in place drill since 2019. |
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| 4 | — |
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
The caregiver in charge did not allow the inspector into the operation. The caregiver was given information such as inspector?s name, title, agency, and reason for the visit. |
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| 4 | — |
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
The sign in and out log was reviewed during the follow up inspection and showed fifteen of seventeen children were signed in. Note: The center director signed the two children in. |
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| 3 | — |
746.1401(g) - Substitutes and Volunteers - Complete Orientation Before Beginning Relevant Duties
Orientation had not been completed for one volunteer who was observed caring for children. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. The center director is not able to fulfill director duties due to being added to the classroom for ratio needs. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
The center director has not maintained compliance in the following areas: Administration and communication, infants, record keeping, personnel, and fire safety. |
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| 3 | — |
746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
I observed a child drinking from a bottle while walking around the center. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
The emergency preparedness plan did not include written procedures for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age, who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The last fire inspection was conducted on 11/21/2022. |
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| 3 | — |
745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
The background check list was last validated on 12/11/2020. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was observed: Two children did not have an admission form on file. Eight children needed a special needs statement. Six children needed emergency contact information. Two children needed emergency care information. Three children needed a health statement. |
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| 3 | — |
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
The caregiver in the infant classroom was observed caring for nine children ages 14 months, 15m, 15m, 15m, 2y, 2y, 2y, 3y, ,and 4y. The maximum number of children the caregiver is able to supervised is four children. The caregiver was over ratio by five children. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
Documentation of the Fire Inspection report was not available for review during the follow up inspection. |
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| 3 | — |
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
During this inspection a child was observed standing in the chair of a five seat table. The safety straps were not fastened. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5207(a)(4) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location Inside
The evacuation and relocation diagram did not indicate the indoor shelter in place location. |
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| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver was observed caring for five children age 14 months- 2 years. The operation had not received an eligibility letter allowing the caregiver to be present. |
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| 3 | — |
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
I observed three children age 9m, 9m, and 10m sitting at an eight seat table. The safety straps were not used. Note: This was corrected at inspection. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was observed: One child enrolled needs a special needs statement. Two children need a health statement. Emergency contact information such as name, address, and phone number is needed for three children enrolled. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
There was no documentation showing the fire extinguishers were checked monthly. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was observed: Two children did not have an admission form on file. Eight children needed a special needs statement. Six children needed emergency contact information. Two children needed emergency care information. Three children needed a health statement. |
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| 3 | — |
746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
A three year old was observed sleeping on the floor during nap time. This was corrected during inspection. |
Yes |
| 2 | — |
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The center did not report the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by 11:59 p.m. on January 15, 2025, as required. |
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| 3 | — |
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
The director needed training in all special topics. |
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| 5 | — |
745.621(a)(1) - Initial background checks submitted - At the time you submit your application
A caregiver was present caring for a group of children ages 14 months-2 years. The operation had not submitted a request for a background check. |
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| 5 | — |
746.2411(2)(A) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads
One play yard in the room used for infants needed a fitted mattress. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Five children were observed in the infant classroom ages 15 months, 15 months, 16 months, 16 months, and 3 years. The age difference between the youngest and oldest child is greater than 18 months. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
Documentation of the annual fire inspection report was not available for review during this inspection. |
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| 3 | — |
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
One caregiver was observed caring for 10 childen ages 9m, 9m, 10m, 21m, 2y, 2y,2y, 3y, 3y,and 4y. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
I observed a nine month old in a crib with a bottle. |
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| 4 | — |
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
The operation is not complying with laws and rules. The operation is not maintaining compliance and has had several repeated deficiencies. The operation has had several deficiencies for background checks, ratio, infants not being safely strapped into their seats, daily sign in and out logs, and supervision. Several follow ups have had to been completed due to the operations inability to maintain compliance. |
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| 5 | — |
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
During the follow up inspection I observed a volunteer caring for a group of five children. A request for background check had not been submitted for the volunteer before she was allowed to care for the children. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1401(f) - Substitutes, Volunteers and Contractors - Unqualified Not Left Alone with Children
A volunteer who does not meet caregiver qualifications was observed caring for a group of children alone. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5531 - Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System
The operation was not equipped with a working carbon monoxide detector. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
During this inspection I observed the following on the outdoor playground: -Holes in the fence -Broken play equipment accessible to children. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1205(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
During this inspection two children ages two and three years old were left unsupervised. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
An eight seat table was observed in the infant room. Three of the seats needed safety straps. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
Six play yards in the infant care room needed snug fitting sheets. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
The diaper changing pad used by the infant room contained rips/tears in it.The diaper changing pad was also covered by a cloth material. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
An eight seat table was observed at the operation. Three of the seats needed safety straps. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
Documentation of the Fire Inspection was not submitted for review. |
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| 5 | — |
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
A nine month old was observed asleep in a crib covered by a blanket. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
The caregiver caring for five children age 14 months-3 years left the children unattended upon my arrival. The caregiver walked to the door and made a phone call prior to allowing me entrance into the building. |
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| 5 | — |
745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
The children's records evaluation checklist was not available for review during the inspection. The personnel records evaluation checklist was not available for review during the inspection. Note: The personnel records evaluation checklist was completed during this inspection. |
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| 3 | — |
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Four children were observed sitting at an eight seat table. The safety straps were not used. |
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| 3 | — |
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
The permit holder failed to notify Child Care Regulation of a change in space. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Upon arrival I observed four children sitting at an eight seat table. The children were left unsupervised while the caregiver in charge left the area to take three other children to the restroom. During the inspection children left the classroom area to retrieve chairs from another area. The children were not supervised when leaving the area. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
During this inspection children were given crackers as a snack. The children were observed sitting on the floor eating their snack. The children were not given a form of a sanitary holder such as a plate/napkin. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
The volunteer in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of each child in the classroom. The volunteer also did not have documentation showing the ages of each child. |
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| 3 | — |
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
The operation was not equipped with a working thermometer. |
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| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
A personnel files was not available for review for a volunteer who was observed caring for children. |
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| 4 | — |
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
The sign in and out log was reviewed for the operation and showed five of nine children were signed in. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
One caregiver was in charge of two seaparte groups of children. The caregiver could not maintain supervision of both groups of children from where seated. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
Documentation of the Fire Inspection report was not available for review during the follow up inspection. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
A fourteen month old child was observed sleeping alone in a classroom. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. The center director is not able to fulfill director duties due to being added to the classroom for ratio needs. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was observed: Two children did not have an admission form on file. Eight children needed a special needs statement. Six children needed emergency contact information. Two children needed emergency care information. Three children needed a health statement. |
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| 3 | — |
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Four children ages 14 months-15 months were observed sitting at an eight seat table. The safety straps were not used. |
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| 3 | — |
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
The children were observed playing with blocks upon arrival and during the inspection. The children did not have outdoor time as scheduled according to the activity plan posted. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
The caregiver in the infant classroom was unaware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated 8 children were present, however 9 were counted in the room. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for seven children enrolled and the following was determined: -Three children needed a special needs statement. -Three children needed emergency contact such as name, address, and phone number. -One needed a health statement from the doctor. |
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| 4 | — |
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
The sign in and out log was reviewed during the follow up inspection and showed one child was not signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.3317(7) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
During this inspection I observed two and three year old children eating whole grapes. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
The center director has been unable to meet director responsibility requirements. The center director is not able to fulfill director duties due to being added to the classroom for ratio needs. |
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| 3 | — |
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
The director needed training in all special topics. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for seven children enrolled and the following was determined: -Three children needed a special needs statement. -Three children needed emergency contact such as name, address, and phone number. -One needed a health statement from the doctor. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Records were evaluated for ten children in care and the following was observed: Two children did not have an admission form on file. Eight children needed a special needs statement. Six children needed emergency contact information. Two children needed emergency care information. Three children needed a health statement. |
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| 5 | — |
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
During the follow up inspection I observed a volunteer caring for a group of five children. A request for background check had not been submitted for the volunteer before she was allowed to care for the children. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
The caregiver in the infant classroom was unaware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated 8 children were present, however 9 were counted in the room. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
The carbon monoxide detector was last checked and documented on 07/27/2021. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
I observed two broken play yards in the infant room. Note: The play yards were removed from the classroom during this inspection. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
An eight seat table was observed at the operation. Three of the seats needed safety straps. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
Documentation of the Fire Inspection was not submitted for review. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1401(f) - Substitutes, Volunteers and Contractors - Unqualified Not Left Alone with Children
A volunteer who does not meet caregiver qualifications was observed caring for a group of children alone. |
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| 3 | — |
746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
I observed a child drinking from a bottle while walking around the center. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
An eight seat table was observed in the infant room. Three of the seats needed safety straps. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
The volunteer in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of each child in the classroom. The volunteer also did not have documentation showing the ages of each child. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
Six play yards in the infant care room needed snug fitting sheets. |
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| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver was observed caring for five children age 14 months- 2 years. The operation had not received an eligibility letter allowing the caregiver to be present. |
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| 5 | — |
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
A nine month old was observed asleep in a crib covered by a blanket. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
Documentation of the Fire Inspection report was not available for review during the follow up inspection. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
During this inspection I observed the following on the outdoor playground: -Holes in the fence -A broken entrance gate. |
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| 3 | — |
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
The permit holder failed to notify Child Care Regulation of a change in space. |
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| 4 | — |
746.2403(5) - Infant Care Area - Space to Walk Between Cribs, Cots or Mats
The cribs and playyards in the infant care allot space for caregivers to walk between |
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| 5 | — |
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
The operation is not compliant with the probation requirements by not maintaining supervision when a caregiver left children in a room unattended while getting another child from the bus. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The last fire inspection was conducted on 11/21/2022. |
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| 3 | — |
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Four children ages 14 months-15 months were observed sitting at an eight seat table. The safety straps were not used. |
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| 4 | — |
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
The sign in and out log was reviewed during the follow up inspection and showed one child was not signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
During this inspection a child was observed standing in the chair of a five seat table. The safety straps were not fastened. |
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