Child care center ·
4115 PECAN BLVD STE A, Mcallen, TX 78501-3695 ·
License 1699106
Capacity 54. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool
Accepts subsidy
| Severity | Date | Standard / narrative | Corrected |
|---|
| 3 | — |
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content Four staff training records were reviewed. One file is missing 12 clock hours of training including trainings in the following topics: -Abuse/Neglect -Hazardous Materials -Food Allergies -Administering Medications -Emergency Preparedness -Building and Physical Premises Safety -Communicable Diseases Two files are missing training on -Safe Sleep/Shaken Baby/Early Brain Development. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5209(c) - No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits During nap; a child's mat was placed on the hall leading to the playground blocking the emergency exit. Note: This was corrected at inspection when mat was relocated. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report Most recent health inspection was not available for review at the time of inspection. Inspection report provided by completed on 5/22/2023. Note: A copy of the most recent health inspection report (11/8/2023) was provider by operation via text message after the conclusion of the inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher Both transportation vehicle's are missing a fire extinguisher and transportation first aid kits are missing a thermometer. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours One out of five staff trainings records reviewed was not available for review at the time of inspection. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children Two caregivers were providing care for a total of 5 children ages 2mo, 3mo, 8mo, 9mo and 13mo. One of the caregivers stepped out of the room and remained in the kitchen during lunch preparation leaving one caregiver in charge of the 5 children. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days Feeding instruction was not avialble for review. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained Six children's files were reviewed. One file was not available for review at the time of inspection. Two files are missing immunization records. Three files are missing health statements. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime There was insufficient light in the toddler room during naptime. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider turned on the light to the adjacent room allowing additional light to enter the room. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.1613(a)(6) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present Observed two caregivers present in the operation during nap time for 38children, one class with 19 children and another class with no caregiver present with 21 children. Classrooms were not in a centralized area and no additional staff was present in the operation to assists when needed. |
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| 3 | — |
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification United States Consumer Product Safety recall list was last certified on 06/19/2020. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime Nap time lighting was not adequate when entering the 2 rooms for nap time. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children Folder taken during transportation routes is missing the following: -List of Children Being Transported -Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms -Written Transportation Emergency Plan |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months Last Fire Inspection was conducted on 08/29/2023. |
— |
| 2 | — |
746.501(a)(21) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures for Parent Participation Operational Policies were reviewed and the following information is missing: (a)(21) Procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; (a)(22) Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; (a)(23) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; and (b)(1) You must inform parents that they may visit the child-care center at any time during your hours of operation to observe their child, the program activities, the building, the premises, and the equipment without having to secure prior approval. |
— |
| 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 A child was placed to nap on a play-yard. The play-yard had an additional mat and foam layer which was added on top of the original play-yard mat and covered with a sheet. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed additional mat and foam layer and placed a clean sheet on the original play-yard mat. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records One staff file is missing copy high school diploma or equivalent. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months Last fire inspection was conducted on 01/21/2022. Note: Provider contacted the City of McAllen and requested an inspection. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children Infant group: one caregiver was providing care for 6 children ages 9-14mo, SAG 0-11mo. Room was over ratio by two children. Toddler-Prek group: two caregivers were providing care for 17 children ages 17mo-4yo. Age difference between youngest and oldest child exceeded 18 months. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.3701(8) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children There is mopping bucket containing water in the prek age room and accessible to children. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed bucket. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care Per provider a fire inspection was recently conducted, however, inspection report available for review was conducted on 11/6/2020. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained Six children's records were reviewed, One file is missing up to date immunization records. Six files are missing parent's rights statement. Three files are missing updated special care and water activities statements. Feeding instructions for five children not yet eating table food were not available for review at the time of inspection. 13 out of the 41 children present were not signed in. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity Operation policies were reviewed and following items are missing: -Safe Sleep Policy -Physical and Outdoor Activities Policy -Abuse/Neglect Policy -Employee's Vaccinations Policy |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content One staff member is missing training on Safe Sleep/Shaken Baby/Early Brain Development. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records Five staff files were reviewed. One file is missing annual training certificates and notarized affidavit. A second file is missing translation of foreign diploma. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained Two children's files are missing immunization records and three are missing health statements. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2603(1) - Space Requirements for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Does Not Limit Movement Two children in the toddler room were observied in high chairs while the rest of the group participated in a craft. One child in the prek room was observed a high chair while rest of the group participated in a craft. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR One out of five staff records reviewed has an expired first aid/cpr training. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2431(4) - Infant Daily Report - Infant's Mood Daily report did not have a section to describe child's mood. |
— |
| 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 One classroom observed to not have a caregiver in room to supervise 22 children. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records Four staff files were reviewed. A file is missing high school diploma. A second files requires a high school diploma be translated into English. Three files are missing copy of ID/DL. One file is missing hired date, affidavit and statements regarding personnel/center policies and orientation. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children One caregiver was providing care for 14 children ages 18mo-9yo, SAG 2yo. Classroom was over ratio by 3 children. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children One caregiver was providing care for 14 children ages 18mo-9yo, SAG 2yo. Classroom was over ratio by 3 children. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1613(a)(6) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present Observed two caregivers present in the operation during nap time for 38children, one class with 19 children and another class with no caregiver present with 21 children. Classrooms were not in a centralized area and no additional staff was present in the operation to assists when needed. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months Last Fire Inspection was conducted on 08/29/2023. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime There was insufficient light in the toddler room during naptime. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider turned on the light to the adjacent room allowing additional light to enter the room. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records Four staff files were reviewed. A file is missing high school diploma. A second files requires a high school diploma be translated into English. Three files are missing copy of ID/DL. One file is missing hired date, affidavit and statements regarding personnel/center policies and orientation. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2431(4) - Infant Daily Report - Infant's Mood Daily report did not have a section to describe child's mood. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content Four staff training records were reviewed. One file is missing 12 clock hours of training including trainings in the following topics: -Abuse/Neglect -Hazardous Materials -Food Allergies -Administering Medications -Emergency Preparedness -Building and Physical Premises Safety -Communicable Diseases Two files are missing training on -Safe Sleep/Shaken Baby/Early Brain Development. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR One out of five staff records reviewed has an expired first aid/cpr training. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained Two children's files are missing immunization records and three are missing health statements. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records One staff file is missing copy high school diploma or equivalent. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.3701(8) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children There is mopping bucket containing water in the prek age room and accessible to children. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed bucket. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days Feeding instruction was not avialble for review. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2603(1) - Space Requirements for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Does Not Limit Movement Two children in the toddler room were observied in high chairs while the rest of the group participated in a craft. One child in the prek room was observed a high chair while rest of the group participated in a craft. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity Operation policies were reviewed and following items are missing: -Safe Sleep Policy -Physical and Outdoor Activities Policy -Abuse/Neglect Policy -Employee's Vaccinations Policy |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months Last fire inspection was conducted on 01/21/2022. Note: Provider contacted the City of McAllen and requested an inspection. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children Two caregivers were providing care for a total of 5 children ages 2mo, 3mo, 8mo, 9mo and 13mo. One of the caregivers stepped out of the room and remained in the kitchen during lunch preparation leaving one caregiver in charge of the 5 children. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime Nap time lighting was not adequate when entering the 2 rooms for nap time. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours One out of five staff trainings records reviewed was not available for review at the time of inspection. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content One staff member is missing training on Safe Sleep/Shaken Baby/Early Brain Development. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report Most recent health inspection was not available for review at the time of inspection. Inspection report provided by completed on 5/22/2023. Note: A copy of the most recent health inspection report (11/8/2023) was provider by operation via text message after the conclusion of the inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.5209(c) - No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits During nap; a child's mat was placed on the hall leading to the playground blocking the emergency exit. Note: This was corrected at inspection when mat was relocated. |
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 One classroom observed to not have a caregiver in room to supervise 22 children. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care Per provider a fire inspection was recently conducted, however, inspection report available for review was conducted on 11/6/2020. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records Five staff files were reviewed. One file is missing annual training certificates and notarized affidavit. A second file is missing translation of foreign diploma. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children Infant group: one caregiver was providing care for 6 children ages 9-14mo, SAG 0-11mo. Room was over ratio by two children. Toddler-Prek group: two caregivers were providing care for 17 children ages 17mo-4yo. Age difference between youngest and oldest child exceeded 18 months. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained Six children's records were reviewed, One file is missing up to date immunization records. Six files are missing parent's rights statement. Three files are missing updated special care and water activities statements. Feeding instructions for five children not yet eating table food were not available for review at the time of inspection. 13 out of the 41 children present were not signed in. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher Both transportation vehicle's are missing a fire extinguisher and transportation first aid kits are missing a thermometer. |
— |
| 2 | — |
746.501(a)(21) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures for Parent Participation Operational Policies were reviewed and the following information is missing: (a)(21) Procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; (a)(22) Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; (a)(23) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; and (b)(1) You must inform parents that they may visit the child-care center at any time during your hours of operation to observe their child, the program activities, the building, the premises, and the equipment without having to secure prior approval. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children Folder taken during transportation routes is missing the following: -List of Children Being Transported -Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms -Written Transportation Emergency Plan |
— |
| 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 A child was placed to nap on a play-yard. The play-yard had an additional mat and foam layer which was added on top of the original play-yard mat and covered with a sheet. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed additional mat and foam layer and placed a clean sheet on the original play-yard mat. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification United States Consumer Product Safety recall list was last certified on 06/19/2020. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained Six children's files were reviewed. One file was not available for review at the time of inspection. Two files are missing immunization records. Three files are missing health statements. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity Operation policies were reviewed and following items are missing: -Safe Sleep Policy -Physical and Outdoor Activities Policy -Abuse/Neglect Policy -Employee's Vaccinations Policy |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained Six children's records were reviewed, One file is missing up to date immunization records. Six files are missing parent's rights statement. Three files are missing updated special care and water activities statements. Feeding instructions for five children not yet eating table food were not available for review at the time of inspection. 13 out of the 41 children present were not signed in. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.3701(8) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children There is mopping bucket containing water in the prek age room and accessible to children. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed bucket. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days Feeding instruction was not avialble for review. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content One staff member is missing training on Safe Sleep/Shaken Baby/Early Brain Development. |
— |
| 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 A child was placed to nap on a play-yard. The play-yard had an additional mat and foam layer which was added on top of the original play-yard mat and covered with a sheet. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed additional mat and foam layer and placed a clean sheet on the original play-yard mat. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime Nap time lighting was not adequate when entering the 2 rooms for nap time. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification United States Consumer Product Safety recall list was last certified on 06/19/2020. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained Six children's files were reviewed. One file was not available for review at the time of inspection. Two files are missing immunization records. Three files are missing health statements. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records Four staff files were reviewed. A file is missing high school diploma. A second files requires a high school diploma be translated into English. Three files are missing copy of ID/DL. One file is missing hired date, affidavit and statements regarding personnel/center policies and orientation. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months Last fire inspection was conducted on 01/21/2022. Note: Provider contacted the City of McAllen and requested an inspection. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained Two children's files are missing immunization records and three are missing health statements. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content Four staff training records were reviewed. One file is missing 12 clock hours of training including trainings in the following topics: -Abuse/Neglect -Hazardous Materials -Food Allergies -Administering Medications -Emergency Preparedness -Building and Physical Premises Safety -Communicable Diseases Two files are missing training on -Safe Sleep/Shaken Baby/Early Brain Development. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children Two caregivers were providing care for a total of 5 children ages 2mo, 3mo, 8mo, 9mo and 13mo. One of the caregivers stepped out of the room and remained in the kitchen during lunch preparation leaving one caregiver in charge of the 5 children. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours One out of five staff trainings records reviewed was not available for review at the time of inspection. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR One out of five staff records reviewed has an expired first aid/cpr training. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care Per provider a fire inspection was recently conducted, however, inspection report available for review was conducted on 11/6/2020. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children One caregiver was providing care for 14 children ages 18mo-9yo, SAG 2yo. Classroom was over ratio by 3 children. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2431(4) - Infant Daily Report - Infant's Mood Daily report did not have a section to describe child's mood. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records Five staff files were reviewed. One file is missing annual training certificates and notarized affidavit. A second file is missing translation of foreign diploma. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime There was insufficient light in the toddler room during naptime. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider turned on the light to the adjacent room allowing additional light to enter the room. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher Both transportation vehicle's are missing a fire extinguisher and transportation first aid kits are missing a thermometer. |
— |
| 2 | — |
746.501(a)(21) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures for Parent Participation Operational Policies were reviewed and the following information is missing: (a)(21) Procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; (a)(22) Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; (a)(23) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; and (b)(1) You must inform parents that they may visit the child-care center at any time during your hours of operation to observe their child, the program activities, the building, the premises, and the equipment without having to secure prior approval. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children Infant group: one caregiver was providing care for 6 children ages 9-14mo, SAG 0-11mo. Room was over ratio by two children. Toddler-Prek group: two caregivers were providing care for 17 children ages 17mo-4yo. Age difference between youngest and oldest child exceeded 18 months. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children Folder taken during transportation routes is missing the following: -List of Children Being Transported -Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms -Written Transportation Emergency Plan |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report Most recent health inspection was not available for review at the time of inspection. Inspection report provided by completed on 5/22/2023. Note: A copy of the most recent health inspection report (11/8/2023) was provider by operation via text message after the conclusion of the inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.5209(c) - No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits During nap; a child's mat was placed on the hall leading to the playground blocking the emergency exit. Note: This was corrected at inspection when mat was relocated. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months Last Fire Inspection was conducted on 08/29/2023. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901 - Required Personnel Records One staff file is missing copy high school diploma or equivalent. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1613(a)(6) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present Observed two caregivers present in the operation during nap time for 38children, one class with 19 children and another class with no caregiver present with 21 children. Classrooms were not in a centralized area and no additional staff was present in the operation to assists when needed. |
— |
| 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 One classroom observed to not have a caregiver in room to supervise 22 children. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.2603(1) - Space Requirements for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Does Not Limit Movement Two children in the toddler room were observied in high chairs while the rest of the group participated in a craft. One child in the prek room was observed a high chair while rest of the group participated in a craft. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children Infant group: one caregiver was providing care for 6 children ages 9-14mo, SAG 0-11mo. Room was over ratio by two children. Toddler-Prek group: two caregivers were providing care for 17 children ages 17mo-4yo. Age difference between youngest and oldest child exceeded 18 months. |
— |
| 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 A child was placed to nap on a play-yard. The play-yard had an additional mat and foam layer which was added on top of the original play-yard mat and covered with a sheet. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider removed additional mat and foam layer and placed a clean sheet on the original play-yard mat. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children One caregiver was providing care for 14 children ages 18mo-9yo, SAG 2yo. Classroom was over ratio by 3 children. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months Last Fire Inspection was conducted on 08/29/2023. |
— |
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