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| Severity | Date | Standard / narrative | Corrected |
|---|
| 4 | — |
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The fire drill for the month of March was not conducted. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
The 1st aid kit was observed having expired antiseptic 3/25, non working thermometer, no tweezers, and no tape. Note: Corrected at inspection. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The children's products safety certificate (CPSC) has not been completed annually. NOTE: The CPSC was last completed 10/26/2022 |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2607(1) - Activities for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Outdoor Play
Chidren enrolled have not engaged in outdoor/active play. According to the director, since they started 11/1/22 children have not gone outside. It is unknown when the last time children went outside |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
The fire extinguisher was not observed secured in the vehicle. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Records were reviewed for 3 caregivers. Documentation was not available to verify staff received orientation training. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.403(b) - Posting Requirements - Child's Food Allergy Plans
A list of all children with diagnosed food allergies was not observed to be posted in the kitchen area. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation has not had an initial inspection conducted by the Fire Marshal. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
A bag of hamburger buns was observed to be in the pantry. The buns had an expiration date of 1/10/2024 and some of the buns were observed to have mold. NOTE: Corrected at inspection. The hamburger buns were discarded during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
The van alarm was not observed to be operating during the time of the visit. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2415(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
A baby walker was observed in the infant room |
— |
| 2 | — |
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
One employee did not the affidavit form signed by a notary officer. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation handbook was reviewed, the operations open door policy does not comply with Minimum Standards. The policy states that it is up to the discretion of the director or on-duty staff to allow or deny parental visitation The following policies were observed to be missing: (8)Suspension and Expulsion of children (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan) [Medium]; your policies must include: (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation and (F) The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play (26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (B)Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations [Medium]; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in ?746.2202 of this chapter (relating to What are my responsibilities when planning activities for a child in care with special care needs?) |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
A copy of the operations daily menu was not observed to be posted. NOTE:Corrected at inspection menu was made available for review during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
The van was observed to have 6 broken seatbelts. 4 towards the back of the van doesn't have a buckle to hook to, and 2 on the 1st row has a stuck seatbelt that won't unhook. The Air conditioner was observed to be not working. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
Policies were reviewed and observed to be missing the following: (8) Suspension and expulsion of children; (9) Safe sleep policy for infants from birth through 12 months old that is consistent with the rules in Subchapter H of this chapter (relating to Basic Requirements for Infants) that relate to sleep requirements and restrictions, including sleep positioning, and crib requirements and restrictions, including mattresses, bedding, blankets, toys, and restrictive devices; (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); your policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play. (19) Procedures for providing and applying, as needed, insect repellent and sunscreen, including what types will be used, if applicable; (20) Procedures for parents to review and discuss with the child-care center director any questions or concerns about the policies and procedures of the child-care center; (21) Procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; (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; (23) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; (26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect; (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect; (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect; (27) Procedures for conducting health checks, if applicable; and (28) Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees, unless your center is in the home of the permit holder. The policy must address the requirements outlined in ?746.3611 of this chapter (relating to What must a policy for protecting children from vaccine-preventable diseases include?). 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; and |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Based on information received, as a form of time-out discipline, children are made to stand facing a corner or wall for an unknown amount of time. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4135(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products
A boppy pillow recalled 9/2021 was observed to be in the infant room. NOTE: Operation completed annual children's product safety certification 1/23/2025. |
— |
| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
On 10/18 the owner was observed to be present at the operation without notification of eligibility from the background check unit. The owner did not submit their background check until 10/27. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
2 children with documented diagnosed allergies did not have an allergy plan on file. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
A 12 mo old was observed to be sleeping in a crib with a pacifier clipped to their clothing. NOTE: Pacifier clip was removed from the infant during the inspection. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two broken ride-on cars were observed on the playground. One car was missing the door and the other was missing the steering wheel. A metal stationary car was observed to have 4 bolts protuding out. NOTE: The two ride-on cars were removed from the playground during the inspecction |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
Two emploeyees did not have the high school diploma available to review during the inspection. |
— |
| 3 | — |
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
A caregiver whose last day was 11/7 was still observed to have an active background check |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
Caregivers in care of a group of 7 children 2-9yrs old were not aware of the of the children in their care. When asked, the caregiver stated the oldest child was 5yrs old. NOTE: The oldest in care was 9yrs old. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Based on information obtained by staff. Another operation transports children enrolled at Top Leaders Academy. The children are not enrolled at the other operation. Vehicles are borrowed from other operations when there are issues with their vehicle. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Transportation training for the director and driver was not available for review. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
The diaper changing mat in the infant room was observed to be torn in mutiple placed. Due to the tears, the mat could not be sanitized. |
— |
| 1 | — |
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
One employee did not have the CPR and First Aid training to review. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
Caregivers in care of a group of 7 children 2-9yrs old were not aware of the of the children in their care. When asked, the caregiver stated the oldest child was 5yrs old. NOTE: The oldest in care was 9yrs old. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Based on information obtained by staff. Another operation transports children enrolled at Top Leaders Academy. The children are not enrolled at the other operation. Vehicles are borrowed from other operations when there are issues with their vehicle. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Transportation training for the director and driver was not available for review. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2415(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
A baby walker was observed in the infant room |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2607(1) - Activities for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Outdoor Play
Chidren enrolled have not engaged in outdoor/active play. According to the director, since they started 11/1/22 children have not gone outside. It is unknown when the last time children went outside |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
Policies were reviewed and observed to be missing the following: (8) Suspension and expulsion of children; (9) Safe sleep policy for infants from birth through 12 months old that is consistent with the rules in Subchapter H of this chapter (relating to Basic Requirements for Infants) that relate to sleep requirements and restrictions, including sleep positioning, and crib requirements and restrictions, including mattresses, bedding, blankets, toys, and restrictive devices; (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); your policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play. (19) Procedures for providing and applying, as needed, insect repellent and sunscreen, including what types will be used, if applicable; (20) Procedures for parents to review and discuss with the child-care center director any questions or concerns about the policies and procedures of the child-care center; (21) Procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; (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; (23) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; (26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect; (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect; (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect; (27) Procedures for conducting health checks, if applicable; and (28) Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees, unless your center is in the home of the permit holder. The policy must address the requirements outlined in ?746.3611 of this chapter (relating to What must a policy for protecting children from vaccine-preventable diseases include?). 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; and |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Records were reviewed for 3 caregivers. Documentation was not available to verify staff received orientation training. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4135(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products
A boppy pillow recalled 9/2021 was observed to be in the infant room. NOTE: Operation completed annual children's product safety certification 1/23/2025. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
A 12 mo old was observed to be sleeping in a crib with a pacifier clipped to their clothing. NOTE: Pacifier clip was removed from the infant during the inspection. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
A bag of hamburger buns was observed to be in the pantry. The buns had an expiration date of 1/10/2024 and some of the buns were observed to have mold. NOTE: Corrected at inspection. The hamburger buns were discarded during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The fire drill for the month of March was not conducted. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
A copy of the operations daily menu was not observed to be posted. NOTE:Corrected at inspection menu was made available for review during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
Two emploeyees did not have the high school diploma available to review during the inspection. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Based on information received, as a form of time-out discipline, children are made to stand facing a corner or wall for an unknown amount of time. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation handbook was reviewed, the operations open door policy does not comply with Minimum Standards. The policy states that it is up to the discretion of the director or on-duty staff to allow or deny parental visitation The following policies were observed to be missing: (8)Suspension and Expulsion of children (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan) [Medium]; your policies must include: (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation and (F) The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play (26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (B)Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations [Medium]; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in ?746.2202 of this chapter (relating to What are my responsibilities when planning activities for a child in care with special care needs?) |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The children's products safety certificate (CPSC) has not been completed annually. NOTE: The CPSC was last completed 10/26/2022 |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
The 1st aid kit was observed having expired antiseptic 3/25, non working thermometer, no tweezers, and no tape. Note: Corrected at inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
The fire extinguisher was not observed secured in the vehicle. |
— |
| 1 | — |
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
One employee did not have the CPR and First Aid training to review. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
The van alarm was not observed to be operating during the time of the visit. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
The van was observed to have 6 broken seatbelts. 4 towards the back of the van doesn't have a buckle to hook to, and 2 on the 1st row has a stuck seatbelt that won't unhook. The Air conditioner was observed to be not working. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two broken ride-on cars were observed on the playground. One car was missing the door and the other was missing the steering wheel. A metal stationary car was observed to have 4 bolts protuding out. NOTE: The two ride-on cars were removed from the playground during the inspecction |
— |
| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
On 10/18 the owner was observed to be present at the operation without notification of eligibility from the background check unit. The owner did not submit their background check until 10/27. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
The diaper changing mat in the infant room was observed to be torn in mutiple placed. Due to the tears, the mat could not be sanitized. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation has not had an initial inspection conducted by the Fire Marshal. |
— |
| 3 | — |
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
A caregiver whose last day was 11/7 was still observed to have an active background check |
— |
| 2 | — |
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
One employee did not the affidavit form signed by a notary officer. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.403(b) - Posting Requirements - Child's Food Allergy Plans
A list of all children with diagnosed food allergies was not observed to be posted in the kitchen area. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
2 children with documented diagnosed allergies did not have an allergy plan on file. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Transportation training for the director and driver was not available for review. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Based on information received, as a form of time-out discipline, children are made to stand facing a corner or wall for an unknown amount of time. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
Two emploeyees did not have the high school diploma available to review during the inspection. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
The diaper changing mat in the infant room was observed to be torn in mutiple placed. Due to the tears, the mat could not be sanitized. |
— |
| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
On 10/18 the owner was observed to be present at the operation without notification of eligibility from the background check unit. The owner did not submit their background check until 10/27. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
A 12 mo old was observed to be sleeping in a crib with a pacifier clipped to their clothing. NOTE: Pacifier clip was removed from the infant during the inspection. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.4135(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products
A boppy pillow recalled 9/2021 was observed to be in the infant room. NOTE: Operation completed annual children's product safety certification 1/23/2025. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Based on information obtained by staff. Another operation transports children enrolled at Top Leaders Academy. The children are not enrolled at the other operation. Vehicles are borrowed from other operations when there are issues with their vehicle. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.2415(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
A baby walker was observed in the infant room |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The children's products safety certificate (CPSC) has not been completed annually. NOTE: The CPSC was last completed 10/26/2022 |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
Records were reviewed for 3 caregivers. Documentation was not available to verify staff received orientation training. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.403(b) - Posting Requirements - Child's Food Allergy Plans
A list of all children with diagnosed food allergies was not observed to be posted in the kitchen area. |
— |
| 3 | — |
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
A caregiver whose last day was 11/7 was still observed to have an active background check |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
Caregivers in care of a group of 7 children 2-9yrs old were not aware of the of the children in their care. When asked, the caregiver stated the oldest child was 5yrs old. NOTE: The oldest in care was 9yrs old. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
A copy of the operations daily menu was not observed to be posted. NOTE:Corrected at inspection menu was made available for review during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
The van was observed to have 6 broken seatbelts. 4 towards the back of the van doesn't have a buckle to hook to, and 2 on the 1st row has a stuck seatbelt that won't unhook. The Air conditioner was observed to be not working. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two broken ride-on cars were observed on the playground. One car was missing the door and the other was missing the steering wheel. A metal stationary car was observed to have 4 bolts protuding out. NOTE: The two ride-on cars were removed from the playground during the inspecction |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The fire drill for the month of March was not conducted. |
— |
| 1 | — |
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
One employee did not have the CPR and First Aid training to review. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
The fire extinguisher was not observed secured in the vehicle. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operation handbook was reviewed, the operations open door policy does not comply with Minimum Standards. The policy states that it is up to the discretion of the director or on-duty staff to allow or deny parental visitation The following policies were observed to be missing: (8)Suspension and Expulsion of children (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan) [Medium]; your policies must include: (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation and (F) The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play (26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (B)Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations [Medium]; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in ?746.2202 of this chapter (relating to What are my responsibilities when planning activities for a child in care with special care needs?) |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
2 children with documented diagnosed allergies did not have an allergy plan on file. |
— |
| 2 | — |
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
One employee did not the affidavit form signed by a notary officer. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
The van alarm was not observed to be operating during the time of the visit. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
Policies were reviewed and observed to be missing the following: (8) Suspension and expulsion of children; (9) Safe sleep policy for infants from birth through 12 months old that is consistent with the rules in Subchapter H of this chapter (relating to Basic Requirements for Infants) that relate to sleep requirements and restrictions, including sleep positioning, and crib requirements and restrictions, including mattresses, bedding, blankets, toys, and restrictive devices; (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); your policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play. (19) Procedures for providing and applying, as needed, insect repellent and sunscreen, including what types will be used, if applicable; (20) Procedures for parents to review and discuss with the child-care center director any questions or concerns about the policies and procedures of the child-care center; (21) Procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; (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; (23) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; (26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect; (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect; (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect; (27) Procedures for conducting health checks, if applicable; and (28) Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees, unless your center is in the home of the permit holder. The policy must address the requirements outlined in ?746.3611 of this chapter (relating to What must a policy for protecting children from vaccine-preventable diseases include?). 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; and |
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746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation has not had an initial inspection conducted by the Fire Marshal. |
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746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
The 1st aid kit was observed having expired antiseptic 3/25, non working thermometer, no tweezers, and no tape. Note: Corrected at inspection. |
Yes |
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746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
A bag of hamburger buns was observed to be in the pantry. The buns had an expiration date of 1/10/2024 and some of the buns were observed to have mold. NOTE: Corrected at inspection. The hamburger buns were discarded during the inspection. |
Yes |
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746.2607(1) - Activities for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Outdoor Play
Chidren enrolled have not engaged in outdoor/active play. According to the director, since they started 11/1/22 children have not gone outside. It is unknown when the last time children went outside |
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746.403(b) - Posting Requirements - Child's Food Allergy Plans
A list of all children with diagnosed food allergies was not observed to be posted in the kitchen area. |
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746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
The van alarm was not observed to be operating during the time of the visit. |
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745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
A caregiver whose last day was 11/7 was still observed to have an active background check |
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746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
The fire extinguisher was not observed secured in the vehicle. |
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745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
On 10/18 the owner was observed to be present at the operation without notification of eligibility from the background check unit. The owner did not submit their background check until 10/27. |
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746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
A bag of hamburger buns was observed to be in the pantry. The buns had an expiration date of 1/10/2024 and some of the buns were observed to have mold. NOTE: Corrected at inspection. The hamburger buns were discarded during the inspection. |
Yes |
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746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Based on information received, as a form of time-out discipline, children are made to stand facing a corner or wall for an unknown amount of time. |
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746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The children's products safety certificate (CPSC) has not been completed annually. NOTE: The CPSC was last completed 10/26/2022 |
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746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
The 1st aid kit was observed having expired antiseptic 3/25, non working thermometer, no tweezers, and no tape. Note: Corrected at inspection. |
Yes |
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746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
The diaper changing mat in the infant room was observed to be torn in mutiple placed. Due to the tears, the mat could not be sanitized. |
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746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
Based on information obtained by staff. Another operation transports children enrolled at Top Leaders Academy. The children are not enrolled at the other operation. Vehicles are borrowed from other operations when there are issues with their vehicle. |
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746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation has not had an initial inspection conducted by the Fire Marshal. |
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746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely
The van was observed to have 6 broken seatbelts. 4 towards the back of the van doesn't have a buckle to hook to, and 2 on the 1st row has a stuck seatbelt that won't unhook. The Air conditioner was observed to be not working. |
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88 inspection record(s) on file from TX-HHSC.
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