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LIFE Kidz Academy

Child care center · 1006 OLD AUSTIN HUTTO RD, Pflugerville, TX 78660-4105 · License 1668058

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 100. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool

Violation history (272)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4 746.631(b) - Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
During a DFPS investigation, it was found the driver did not have access to the tracking system used to check children in and out.
5 746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
It was found during the investigation a caregiver intentionally hit a child on the head with a folded blanket.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Three staff files reviewed. Current CPR and First aid certifications were unavialble for review.
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
It was found during the investigation nap mats were observed to be touching each other during naptime with no space in between.
5 746.3807(1) - Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children
Observed adult cold and flu medicine in the infant's classroom. This was corrected when the director removed the medication from the classroom.
Yes
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
At the time of the inspection, the class went back into the classroom and a child had been left unattended in the bathroom. The child was found by staff and escorted into his classroom.
Yes
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit.
5 746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
A crib had a boppy pillow in it with an infant that was 10 months old.
4 746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
During an investigation inspection it was found that the operation is using an unsanitary environment to wash dishes.
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Two classrooms were observed with inadequate lighting making it difficult to see children's faces.
Yes
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was found during the investigation a caregiver lacked good judgment when they covered children's faces with blankets and used one blanket to cover three children.
3 746.3501(5) - Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
Unlabled ointment and boogie saline spray was obseved in infants cubbies. This was corrected when the caregiver in the classroom, labeled the items.
Yes
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
An adult chair in the infant classroom had torn upholstery, exposing the foam. This was corrected when the chair was removed from the classroom
Yes
5 746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
During a DFPS investigation, it was found a child was left unattended in a vehicle.
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
During an investigation it was found that a caregiver used prohibited punishment, in the form of spanking, on their own child while the group was returning from a walking field trip at the park.
4 746.2415(c)(2) - Crib Mattress Cover - Snug-Fitting and Thin
It was found during the inspection the operation had crib sheets that were loose.
Yes
4 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
The CPR training received by three caregivers did not meet the required AHA guidelines.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
At the time of the inspection, the playground had garbage littered across the ground. This was brought into compliance when the garbage was picked up during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
During an investigation, it was found that a child was being administered prescription medication, with no label or prescription and no box.
4 746.4807(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
The swing set measured 7 feet tall and was 5.5 ft from the fence and is required to be 14 feet use zone from the fence. The swing set also has swinging rings attached which are prohibited equipment.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver was observed on his personal cell phone and laptop while in caring for children. This was brought into compliance when he put the devices away,
Yes
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not self report a discipline concern brought to their attention by a concerned neighbor.
3 746.2207(c)(2) - Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate
At the time of the inspection, the tv was on while kids were in the room showing a movie that was not age-appropriate. This was brought into compliance when the tv was turned off and children returned to their classroom.
Yes
5 746.2429 - Covering Infant's Head or Crib
3 infants, two in cribs ages 10 months and 11 months and one on a mat on the floor age 11 months, had their heads completely covered with blankets.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
During an investigation, it was found that the operation failed to report injury to a child where the child sought medical attention.
4 746.3805(c)(3) - Medication Records - Date, Time and Amount Given
During an investigation, it was found that the operation is not always recording all instances of a child receiving medication.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
It was found during the investigation caregivers would leave the nap room unsupervised to use the restroom or to grab items from outside the classroom.
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
2 out of 12 caregivers were missing the trainings required for HASA.
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 4 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 1 of 8 personelle records reviewed were missing food allergy, physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training.
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Bottles in the infant classroom were not labeled with the child's name.
Yes
4 746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
A child with a severe food allergy did not have a completed food allergy plan on file.
4 746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
During an investigation it was found that the operation did not obtain written authorization, from the parent, to give the medication to the child daily. According to the operations policies written authorization is required to administer medication to children when in care.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver neglectfully supervised a child.
4 746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
The infant room where diapers are changed does not have a handwashing sink.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver neglectfully supervised a child.
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
At the time of the inspection, the class went back into the classroom and a child had been left unattended in the bathroom. The child was found by staff and escorted into his classroom.
Yes
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
2 out of 12 caregivers were missing the trainings required for HASA.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not self report a discipline concern brought to their attention by a concerned neighbor.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
During an investigation, it was found that the operation failed to report injury to a child where the child sought medical attention.
5 746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
It was found during the investigation a caregiver intentionally hit a child on the head with a folded blanket.
5 746.2429 - Covering Infant's Head or Crib
3 infants, two in cribs ages 10 months and 11 months and one on a mat on the floor age 11 months, had their heads completely covered with blankets.
4 746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
During an investigation inspection it was found that the operation is using an unsanitary environment to wash dishes.
4 746.2415(c)(2) - Crib Mattress Cover - Snug-Fitting and Thin
It was found during the inspection the operation had crib sheets that were loose.
Yes
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 4 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 1 of 8 personelle records reviewed were missing food allergy, physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training.
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
It was found during the investigation nap mats were observed to be touching each other during naptime with no space in between.
4 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
The CPR training received by three caregivers did not meet the required AHA guidelines.
5 746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
During a DFPS investigation, it was found a child was left unattended in a vehicle.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
It was found during the investigation caregivers would leave the nap room unsupervised to use the restroom or to grab items from outside the classroom.
4 746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
During an investigation it was found that the operation did not obtain written authorization, from the parent, to give the medication to the child daily. According to the operations policies written authorization is required to administer medication to children when in care.
5 746.3807(1) - Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children
Observed adult cold and flu medicine in the infant's classroom. This was corrected when the director removed the medication from the classroom.
Yes
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
During an investigation it was found that a caregiver used prohibited punishment, in the form of spanking, on their own child while the group was returning from a walking field trip at the park.
4 746.3805(c)(3) - Medication Records - Date, Time and Amount Given
During an investigation, it was found that the operation is not always recording all instances of a child receiving medication.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Three staff files reviewed. Current CPR and First aid certifications were unavialble for review.
5 746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
A crib had a boppy pillow in it with an infant that was 10 months old.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
At the time of the inspection, the playground had garbage littered across the ground. This was brought into compliance when the garbage was picked up during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.631(b) - Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
During a DFPS investigation, it was found the driver did not have access to the tracking system used to check children in and out.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
An adult chair in the infant classroom had torn upholstery, exposing the foam. This was corrected when the chair was removed from the classroom
Yes
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Bottles in the infant classroom were not labeled with the child's name.
Yes
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was found during the investigation a caregiver lacked good judgment when they covered children's faces with blankets and used one blanket to cover three children.
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Two classrooms were observed with inadequate lighting making it difficult to see children's faces.
Yes
3 746.3501(5) - Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
Unlabled ointment and boogie saline spray was obseved in infants cubbies. This was corrected when the caregiver in the classroom, labeled the items.
Yes
3 746.2207(c)(2) - Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate
At the time of the inspection, the tv was on while kids were in the room showing a movie that was not age-appropriate. This was brought into compliance when the tv was turned off and children returned to their classroom.
Yes
4 746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
The infant room where diapers are changed does not have a handwashing sink.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver was observed on his personal cell phone and laptop while in caring for children. This was brought into compliance when he put the devices away,
Yes
4 746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
A child with a severe food allergy did not have a completed food allergy plan on file.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit.
4 746.4807(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
The swing set measured 7 feet tall and was 5.5 ft from the fence and is required to be 14 feet use zone from the fence. The swing set also has swinging rings attached which are prohibited equipment.
4 746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
During an investigation, it was found that a child was being administered prescription medication, with no label or prescription and no box.
4 746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
The infant room where diapers are changed does not have a handwashing sink.
5 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
It was found during the investigation caregivers would leave the nap room unsupervised to use the restroom or to grab items from outside the classroom.
5 746.2429 - Covering Infant's Head or Crib
3 infants, two in cribs ages 10 months and 11 months and one on a mat on the floor age 11 months, had their heads completely covered with blankets.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not self report a discipline concern brought to their attention by a concerned neighbor.
4 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Three staff files reviewed. Current CPR and First aid certifications were unavialble for review.
4 746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
A child with a severe food allergy did not have a completed food allergy plan on file.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
It was found during the investigation a caregiver lacked good judgment when they covered children's faces with blankets and used one blanket to cover three children.
4 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
The CPR training received by three caregivers did not meet the required AHA guidelines.
5 746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
It was found during the investigation a caregiver intentionally hit a child on the head with a folded blanket.
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Two classrooms were observed with inadequate lighting making it difficult to see children's faces.
Yes
4 746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
During an investigation inspection it was found that the operation is using an unsanitary environment to wash dishes.
4 746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
During an investigation it was found that the operation did not obtain written authorization, from the parent, to give the medication to the child daily. According to the operations policies written authorization is required to administer medication to children when in care.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit.
5 746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver neglectfully supervised a child.
5 746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
During an investigation it was found that a caregiver used prohibited punishment, in the form of spanking, on their own child while the group was returning from a walking field trip at the park.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
At the time of the inspection, the playground had garbage littered across the ground. This was brought into compliance when the garbage was picked up during the inspection.
Yes
5 746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
A crib had a boppy pillow in it with an infant that was 10 months old.
4 746.2415(c)(2) - Crib Mattress Cover - Snug-Fitting and Thin
It was found during the inspection the operation had crib sheets that were loose.
Yes
3 746.2207(c)(2) - Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate
At the time of the inspection, the tv was on while kids were in the room showing a movie that was not age-appropriate. This was brought into compliance when the tv was turned off and children returned to their classroom.
Yes
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
It was found during the investigation nap mats were observed to be touching each other during naptime with no space in between.
5 746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
During a DFPS investigation, it was found a child was left unattended in a vehicle.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
During an investigation, it was found that the operation failed to report injury to a child where the child sought medical attention.
4 746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
During an investigation, it was found that a child was being administered prescription medication, with no label or prescription and no box.
4 746.4807(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
The swing set measured 7 feet tall and was 5.5 ft from the fence and is required to be 14 feet use zone from the fence. The swing set also has swinging rings attached which are prohibited equipment.
3 746.3501(5) - Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
Unlabled ointment and boogie saline spray was obseved in infants cubbies. This was corrected when the caregiver in the classroom, labeled the items.
Yes
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
2 out of 12 caregivers were missing the trainings required for HASA.
4 746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
A caregiver was observed on his personal cell phone and laptop while in caring for children. This was brought into compliance when he put the devices away,
Yes
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
At the time of the inspection, the class went back into the classroom and a child had been left unattended in the bathroom. The child was found by staff and escorted into his classroom.
Yes
5 746.3807(1) - Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children
Observed adult cold and flu medicine in the infant's classroom. This was corrected when the director removed the medication from the classroom.
Yes
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
An adult chair in the infant classroom had torn upholstery, exposing the foam. This was corrected when the chair was removed from the classroom
Yes
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Bottles in the infant classroom were not labeled with the child's name.
Yes
4 746.631(b) - Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
During a DFPS investigation, it was found the driver did not have access to the tracking system used to check children in and out.

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

Inspections (104)

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

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