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Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center

Child care center · 607 E RICHEY RD STE D, Houston, TX 77073-6149 · License 1603356

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 104. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (272)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
3 746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.
3 746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
Two infants were found in cribs with pacifier cords attached to their pacifiers while sleeping. This was corrected when the infant teacher removed the cords from the pacifiers.
5 746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support the safety precautions for unloading children was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended for approximately 90 minutes.
3 746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, it was determined that caregivers are placing blankets over children's heads and forcing children to fall asleep.
4 746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was not aware of the ages of the youngest child in care. The caregiver acknowledged that she is not the primary caregiver in the Toddler classroom.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Infant caregiver cpr/first aid exipred 8/7/2022.
3 746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
A infant child was observed sleeping in a crib on the other side of infant room unsupervised. There was a crib and a changing table blocking the walkway to the child crib.
Yes
4 746.605(4) - Required Admission Information - Parents' Information
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found on one child's admission form did not have a parent or guardian's name stated.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support the operation failed to report that a child was left on the transportation vehicle unsupervised for an extended period of time within the 48-hour time frame. The child was left in the vehicle on 09/30/2022 and the operation reported the incident on 10/03/2022. The incident should have been reported no later than 10/02/2022.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The center did not report the number of employees that left employment in 2024 by the required date of 1/15/25.
4 746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
Director current tranportation training could not be observed. Last transportation traning observed dated for 7/10/2021.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
4 746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
The caregiver of the school-age group had a cell-phone and computer out while the children in care were playing. The caregiver was not able to properly and sufficiently supervise children in their care while conducting reports on their personal computer.
Yes
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 3 caregivers engaged in personal use of cell phones during naptime.
3 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The most recent CPSC form was dated 01/02/2019. The operation had not reviewed current recalled items on the CPSC website.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
One out of two toilets utilized in the Toddler classroom is in nonworking condition. The toilet/restroom in the infant classroom is utilized as storage. The operation has missing tiles in the activity area, and the children's bathroom.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support safety precautions for loading and unloading children to ensure all children were accounted for was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended.
2 746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 2 children's admission forms did not have a date of admission stated.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Feeding instructions could not be observed for 4month infant during inspection.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
5 746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
The operation had no documentation on the cribs utilized. The operation did not have the manufacturers instructions for the cribs utilized
4 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Fire extingusher was observed last serviced in Feb 2021.
4 746.401(10) - Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies
The operation did not have a copy of the food allergies posted in the facility. The food allergy named was not posted in the child's classroom(s), nor the kitchen(food preparation) area.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, two caregivers did not display good judgement by using a close body contact method when placing children to sleep during naptime. This method allows caregivers to use their bodies in a restrictive manner towards the child.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support a child was neglectfully supervised when left in the transportation vehicle unattended.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
3 746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019. Staff files were observed, in which the training topics observed did not cover the required topics.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support a child was neglectfully supervised when left in the transportation vehicle unattended.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, two caregivers did not display good judgement by using a close body contact method when placing children to sleep during naptime. This method allows caregivers to use their bodies in a restrictive manner towards the child.
4 746.401(10) - Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies
The operation did not have a copy of the food allergies posted in the facility. The food allergy named was not posted in the child's classroom(s), nor the kitchen(food preparation) area.
4 746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
The caregiver of the school-age group had a cell-phone and computer out while the children in care were playing. The caregiver was not able to properly and sufficiently supervise children in their care while conducting reports on their personal computer.
Yes
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Infant caregiver cpr/first aid exipred 8/7/2022.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 3 caregivers engaged in personal use of cell phones during naptime.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support safety precautions for loading and unloading children to ensure all children were accounted for was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
3 746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.
4 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Fire extingusher was observed last serviced in Feb 2021.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
Two infants were found in cribs with pacifier cords attached to their pacifiers while sleeping. This was corrected when the infant teacher removed the cords from the pacifiers.
2 746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 2 children's admission forms did not have a date of admission stated.
5 746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
The operation had no documentation on the cribs utilized. The operation did not have the manufacturers instructions for the cribs utilized
4 746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was not aware of the ages of the youngest child in care. The caregiver acknowledged that she is not the primary caregiver in the Toddler classroom.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Feeding instructions could not be observed for 4month infant during inspection.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
One out of two toilets utilized in the Toddler classroom is in nonworking condition. The toilet/restroom in the infant classroom is utilized as storage. The operation has missing tiles in the activity area, and the children's bathroom.
5 746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support the safety precautions for unloading children was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended for approximately 90 minutes.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
3 746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019. Staff files were observed, in which the training topics observed did not cover the required topics.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
A infant child was observed sleeping in a crib on the other side of infant room unsupervised. There was a crib and a changing table blocking the walkway to the child crib.
Yes
3 746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019.
3 746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, it was determined that caregivers are placing blankets over children's heads and forcing children to fall asleep.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The center did not report the number of employees that left employment in 2024 by the required date of 1/15/25.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
4 746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
Director current tranportation training could not be observed. Last transportation traning observed dated for 7/10/2021.
4 746.605(4) - Required Admission Information - Parents' Information
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found on one child's admission form did not have a parent or guardian's name stated.
3 746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support the operation failed to report that a child was left on the transportation vehicle unsupervised for an extended period of time within the 48-hour time frame. The child was left in the vehicle on 09/30/2022 and the operation reported the incident on 10/03/2022. The incident should have been reported no later than 10/02/2022.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
3 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The most recent CPSC form was dated 01/02/2019. The operation had not reviewed current recalled items on the CPSC website.
4 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Fire extingusher was observed last serviced in Feb 2021.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 3 caregivers engaged in personal use of cell phones during naptime.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support safety precautions for loading and unloading children to ensure all children were accounted for was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
A infant child was observed sleeping in a crib on the other side of infant room unsupervised. There was a crib and a changing table blocking the walkway to the child crib.
Yes
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.
3 746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
4 746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
Director current tranportation training could not be observed. Last transportation traning observed dated for 7/10/2021.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
2 746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 2 children's admission forms did not have a date of admission stated.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The center did not report the number of employees that left employment in 2024 by the required date of 1/15/25.
4 746.605(4) - Required Admission Information - Parents' Information
Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found on one child's admission form did not have a parent or guardian's name stated.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
One out of two toilets utilized in the Toddler classroom is in nonworking condition. The toilet/restroom in the infant classroom is utilized as storage. The operation has missing tiles in the activity area, and the children's bathroom.
3 746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, it was determined that caregivers are placing blankets over children's heads and forcing children to fall asleep.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
3 746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019. Staff files were observed, in which the training topics observed did not cover the required topics.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support the operation failed to report that a child was left on the transportation vehicle unsupervised for an extended period of time within the 48-hour time frame. The child was left in the vehicle on 09/30/2022 and the operation reported the incident on 10/03/2022. The incident should have been reported no later than 10/02/2022.
4 746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.
3 746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.
4 746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was not aware of the ages of the youngest child in care. The caregiver acknowledged that she is not the primary caregiver in the Toddler classroom.
5 746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support the safety precautions for unloading children was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended for approximately 90 minutes.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on investigation findings and information obtained, two caregivers did not display good judgement by using a close body contact method when placing children to sleep during naptime. This method allows caregivers to use their bodies in a restrictive manner towards the child.
3 746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support a child was neglectfully supervised when left in the transportation vehicle unattended.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Feeding instructions could not be observed for 4month infant during inspection.
4 746.401(10) - Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies
The operation did not have a copy of the food allergies posted in the facility. The food allergy named was not posted in the child's classroom(s), nor the kitchen(food preparation) area.
5 746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
Two infants were found in cribs with pacifier cords attached to their pacifiers while sleeping. This was corrected when the infant teacher removed the cords from the pacifiers.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.
4 746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
The caregiver of the school-age group had a cell-phone and computer out while the children in care were playing. The caregiver was not able to properly and sufficiently supervise children in their care while conducting reports on their personal computer.
Yes
3 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The most recent CPSC form was dated 01/02/2019. The operation had not reviewed current recalled items on the CPSC website.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Infant caregiver cpr/first aid exipred 8/7/2022.

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

Inspections (64)

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

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