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Just for Tots #2

Child care center · 2901 W ELMS RD BLDG A BLDG B STE 200 300 400, Killeen, TX 76549-7643 · License 1795254

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 136. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (224)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
2 caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
In two of the pre-toddler classrooms, ceiling tiles were broken and hanging from the light fixture and air vents were observed with dust particles. The cabinet in the pre-toddler classroom had peeling paper and accessible to the children. On the outdoors playground, there were safety hazards observed on the playground also. The fence had rusted nails that were exposed and wooden slants that exposed the children to entrapment hazards. there was enough room for the children to get their fingers in between the boards. A climbing structure had splintered pieces that allow for the children to cut their fingers or get splinters. Some of the nails on the fence that were exposed and caused a hazard were nailed in and corrected during the inspection.
3 746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
Personal belongings were observed stacked in a pile on the couches in the classroom.
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
A caregiver was observed walking on a child's mat during nap time. There was insufficient space for the caregiver to walk in between the mats. This was corrected when the caregiver picked up the mats.
Yes
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
An individual was observed hiding in the girls' bathroom with feet off the floor sitting in the stall. The individual was removed from the operation.
5 745.8411(a) - Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
The operation interfered with the investigation when they did not provide available video footage related to an open investigation. During the inspection, video recording equipment was on and working. The footage was playing clear and showing parents entering and exiting the building. The inspector requested to review the footage for the day of the incident. Staff left the room, returned, shut the equipment off and stated it was no longer working. The operation never made an effort to provide the inspector with the video recording after numerous requests.
4 746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
During an investigation inspection, it was found, the operation did not report an incident that happened at the operation in the front of staff and children which rendered the facility unsafe and placing children at risk.
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
4 of the 10 cribs was observed with sheets that did not fit snug on the mattress. And two of the cribs were not labeled. One crib was propped on a mat to prevent the child from moving the crib.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
The staff did not comply with the minimum standards for parent's rights. The operation has written procedures for parents to discuss concerns with staff, however when the parent tried to share concerns, care was terminated.
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
A verbal and physical altercation was witnessed to have ensued during operating hours between two employees and a previous employee while children were in care.
4 746.501(a)(8) - Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
The operation did not have a suspension and termination policy in place prior to suspending a parent for addressing a concern.
3 746.1507(1) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis
The pre-toddler room was observed with 5 children age 0-11 months old, bringing the room out of ratio by 1 child. This was corrected during the inspection when 1 child was moved to another room.
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
A child was left on the playground for more than 5 minutes. A caregiver retrieved the child after being notified by the police department.
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash hands after diapering a child. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver washed their hands.
Yes
4 746.631(b) - Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
Caregivers did not have a written tracking system which prevented them from identifying the children in their care.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Children were observed asleep near shelving that had scissors and other supplies that could cause injury. A container of bleach wipes was observed in the classroom and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when both the scissors and wipes were removed out of the reach of the children.
4 746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
One classroom was observed with 20 children and 3 caregivers. The caregivers did not know the specified age group of the children, because a second group of children was add to the room. The caregivers did not have a list showing who the children were and their ages.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
The operation did not report that a child in care received medical attention.
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
An employee ineligible to be present at the operation during hours of operation and while children are in care has been observed at the operation.
5 745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
The operation did not follow the conditions of the criminal background check unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation and have access to the child in care.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
4 746.3501(4) - Diaper Changing Steps- Parent's Written Permission for Powders, Lotions, Etc.
Lotions and creams were observed in the bin of the diaper station, The operation did not have written permission from the parents to apply the lotions and creams.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
The operation did not use good judgment when the operation knowingly allowed and participated in a violation of the conditions set in place by background unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation while children were in care. The operation participated by not notifying Childcare Regulations on several occasions when the individual had been present at the center.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
A caregiver did not have the required notarized affidavit and two caregivers did not have the pre-application affidavits.
4 746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
A garbage can with no lid was observed in the classroom allowing trash to be accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when a garbage can with a lid was placed in the classroom.
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
The operation allowed a previous employee to be present at the operation during operating hours and not following the rules of the background unit.
4 746.3503(c)(1) - Diaper Changing Equipment- If Above Floor Level Must Use Safety Mechanism
There was no safety mechanism observed attached to the diaper table in the classrooms.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Staff did not use good judgement and self-control during an incident with a parent. The staff became upset and terminated the care of a child without incident.
5 745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
The operation did not follow the conditions of the criminal background check unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation and have access to the child in care.
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
A verbal and physical altercation was witnessed to have ensued during operating hours between two employees and a previous employee while children were in care.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Staff did not use good judgement and self-control during an incident with a parent. The staff became upset and terminated the care of a child without incident.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
The operation did not report that a child in care received medical attention.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
The staff did not comply with the minimum standards for parent's rights. The operation has written procedures for parents to discuss concerns with staff, however when the parent tried to share concerns, care was terminated.
4 746.631(b) - Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
Caregivers did not have a written tracking system which prevented them from identifying the children in their care.
3 746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
Personal belongings were observed stacked in a pile on the couches in the classroom.
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
A caregiver was observed walking on a child's mat during nap time. There was insufficient space for the caregiver to walk in between the mats. This was corrected when the caregiver picked up the mats.
Yes
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Children were observed asleep near shelving that had scissors and other supplies that could cause injury. A container of bleach wipes was observed in the classroom and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when both the scissors and wipes were removed out of the reach of the children.
4 746.3503(c)(1) - Diaper Changing Equipment- If Above Floor Level Must Use Safety Mechanism
There was no safety mechanism observed attached to the diaper table in the classrooms.
4 746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
A garbage can with no lid was observed in the classroom allowing trash to be accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when a garbage can with a lid was placed in the classroom.
4 746.501(a)(8) - Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
The operation did not have a suspension and termination policy in place prior to suspending a parent for addressing a concern.
5 745.8411(a) - Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
The operation interfered with the investigation when they did not provide available video footage related to an open investigation. During the inspection, video recording equipment was on and working. The footage was playing clear and showing parents entering and exiting the building. The inspector requested to review the footage for the day of the incident. Staff left the room, returned, shut the equipment off and stated it was no longer working. The operation never made an effort to provide the inspector with the video recording after numerous requests.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
The operation did not use good judgment when the operation knowingly allowed and participated in a violation of the conditions set in place by background unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation while children were in care. The operation participated by not notifying Childcare Regulations on several occasions when the individual had been present at the center.
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
A child was left on the playground for more than 5 minutes. A caregiver retrieved the child after being notified by the police department.
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
4 of the 10 cribs was observed with sheets that did not fit snug on the mattress. And two of the cribs were not labeled. One crib was propped on a mat to prevent the child from moving the crib.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
A caregiver did not have the required notarized affidavit and two caregivers did not have the pre-application affidavits.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
4 746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
During an investigation inspection, it was found, the operation did not report an incident that happened at the operation in the front of staff and children which rendered the facility unsafe and placing children at risk.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
An individual was observed hiding in the girls' bathroom with feet off the floor sitting in the stall. The individual was removed from the operation.
4 746.3501(4) - Diaper Changing Steps- Parent's Written Permission for Powders, Lotions, Etc.
Lotions and creams were observed in the bin of the diaper station, The operation did not have written permission from the parents to apply the lotions and creams.
3 746.1507(1) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis
The pre-toddler room was observed with 5 children age 0-11 months old, bringing the room out of ratio by 1 child. This was corrected during the inspection when 1 child was moved to another room.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
In two of the pre-toddler classrooms, ceiling tiles were broken and hanging from the light fixture and air vents were observed with dust particles. The cabinet in the pre-toddler classroom had peeling paper and accessible to the children. On the outdoors playground, there were safety hazards observed on the playground also. The fence had rusted nails that were exposed and wooden slants that exposed the children to entrapment hazards. there was enough room for the children to get their fingers in between the boards. A climbing structure had splintered pieces that allow for the children to cut their fingers or get splinters. Some of the nails on the fence that were exposed and caused a hazard were nailed in and corrected during the inspection.
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
The operation allowed a previous employee to be present at the operation during operating hours and not following the rules of the background unit.
4 746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
One classroom was observed with 20 children and 3 caregivers. The caregivers did not know the specified age group of the children, because a second group of children was add to the room. The caregivers did not have a list showing who the children were and their ages.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
2 caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash hands after diapering a child. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver washed their hands.
Yes
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
An employee ineligible to be present at the operation during hours of operation and while children are in care has been observed at the operation.
4 746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
One classroom was observed with 20 children and 3 caregivers. The caregivers did not know the specified age group of the children, because a second group of children was add to the room. The caregivers did not have a list showing who the children were and their ages.
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
The operation allowed a previous employee to be present at the operation during operating hours and not following the rules of the background unit.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
The operation did not report that a child in care received medical attention.
4 746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
A garbage can with no lid was observed in the classroom allowing trash to be accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when a garbage can with a lid was placed in the classroom.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
An individual was observed hiding in the girls' bathroom with feet off the floor sitting in the stall. The individual was removed from the operation.
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
An employee ineligible to be present at the operation during hours of operation and while children are in care has been observed at the operation.
4 746.631(b) - Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
Caregivers did not have a written tracking system which prevented them from identifying the children in their care.
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash hands after diapering a child. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver washed their hands.
Yes
4 746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
4 of the 10 cribs was observed with sheets that did not fit snug on the mattress. And two of the cribs were not labeled. One crib was propped on a mat to prevent the child from moving the crib.
3 746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
Personal belongings were observed stacked in a pile on the couches in the classroom.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
In two of the pre-toddler classrooms, ceiling tiles were broken and hanging from the light fixture and air vents were observed with dust particles. The cabinet in the pre-toddler classroom had peeling paper and accessible to the children. On the outdoors playground, there were safety hazards observed on the playground also. The fence had rusted nails that were exposed and wooden slants that exposed the children to entrapment hazards. there was enough room for the children to get their fingers in between the boards. A climbing structure had splintered pieces that allow for the children to cut their fingers or get splinters. Some of the nails on the fence that were exposed and caused a hazard were nailed in and corrected during the inspection.
5 745.8411(a) - Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
The operation interfered with the investigation when they did not provide available video footage related to an open investigation. During the inspection, video recording equipment was on and working. The footage was playing clear and showing parents entering and exiting the building. The inspector requested to review the footage for the day of the incident. Staff left the room, returned, shut the equipment off and stated it was no longer working. The operation never made an effort to provide the inspector with the video recording after numerous requests.
3 746.1507(1) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis
The pre-toddler room was observed with 5 children age 0-11 months old, bringing the room out of ratio by 1 child. This was corrected during the inspection when 1 child was moved to another room.
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
A caregiver was observed walking on a child's mat during nap time. There was insufficient space for the caregiver to walk in between the mats. This was corrected when the caregiver picked up the mats.
Yes
4 746.3503(c)(1) - Diaper Changing Equipment- If Above Floor Level Must Use Safety Mechanism
There was no safety mechanism observed attached to the diaper table in the classrooms.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
The operation did not use good judgment when the operation knowingly allowed and participated in a violation of the conditions set in place by background unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation while children were in care. The operation participated by not notifying Childcare Regulations on several occasions when the individual had been present at the center.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
The staff did not comply with the minimum standards for parent's rights. The operation has written procedures for parents to discuss concerns with staff, however when the parent tried to share concerns, care was terminated.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
A verbal and physical altercation was witnessed to have ensued during operating hours between two employees and a previous employee while children were in care.
5 745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
The operation did not follow the conditions of the criminal background check unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation and have access to the child in care.
4 746.501(a)(8) - Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
The operation did not have a suspension and termination policy in place prior to suspending a parent for addressing a concern.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Staff did not use good judgement and self-control during an incident with a parent. The staff became upset and terminated the care of a child without incident.
4 746.3501(4) - Diaper Changing Steps- Parent's Written Permission for Powders, Lotions, Etc.
Lotions and creams were observed in the bin of the diaper station, The operation did not have written permission from the parents to apply the lotions and creams.
4 746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
During an investigation inspection, it was found, the operation did not report an incident that happened at the operation in the front of staff and children which rendered the facility unsafe and placing children at risk.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
2 caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
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
A child was left on the playground for more than 5 minutes. A caregiver retrieved the child after being notified by the police department.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
A caregiver did not have the required notarized affidavit and two caregivers did not have the pre-application affidavits.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Children were observed asleep near shelving that had scissors and other supplies that could cause injury. A container of bleach wipes was observed in the classroom and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when both the scissors and wipes were removed out of the reach of the children.
3 746.1507(1) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis
The pre-toddler room was observed with 5 children age 0-11 months old, bringing the room out of ratio by 1 child. This was corrected during the inspection when 1 child was moved to another room.
4 746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
A garbage can with no lid was observed in the classroom allowing trash to be accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when a garbage can with a lid was placed in the classroom.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
The operation did not use good judgment when the operation knowingly allowed and participated in a violation of the conditions set in place by background unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation while children were in care. The operation participated by not notifying Childcare Regulations on several occasions when the individual had been present at the center.
5 746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
The operation allowed a previous employee to be present at the operation during operating hours and not following the rules of the background unit.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
In two of the pre-toddler classrooms, ceiling tiles were broken and hanging from the light fixture and air vents were observed with dust particles. The cabinet in the pre-toddler classroom had peeling paper and accessible to the children. On the outdoors playground, there were safety hazards observed on the playground also. The fence had rusted nails that were exposed and wooden slants that exposed the children to entrapment hazards. there was enough room for the children to get their fingers in between the boards. A climbing structure had splintered pieces that allow for the children to cut their fingers or get splinters. Some of the nails on the fence that were exposed and caused a hazard were nailed in and corrected during the inspection.
4 746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
The operation did not report that a child in care received medical attention.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
4 746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash hands after diapering a child. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver washed their hands.
Yes
4 746.631(b) - Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
Caregivers did not have a written tracking system which prevented them from identifying the children in their care.
5 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Staff did not use good judgement and self-control during an incident with a parent. The staff became upset and terminated the care of a child without incident.
4 746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Children were observed asleep near shelving that had scissors and other supplies that could cause injury. A container of bleach wipes was observed in the classroom and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when both the scissors and wipes were removed out of the reach of the children.
3 746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
The staff did not comply with the minimum standards for parent's rights. The operation has written procedures for parents to discuss concerns with staff, however when the parent tried to share concerns, care was terminated.
4 746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
A caregiver was observed walking on a child's mat during nap time. There was insufficient space for the caregiver to walk in between the mats. This was corrected when the caregiver picked up the mats.
Yes
4 746.3501(4) - Diaper Changing Steps- Parent's Written Permission for Powders, Lotions, Etc.
Lotions and creams were observed in the bin of the diaper station, The operation did not have written permission from the parents to apply the lotions and creams.
5 746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
2 caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
3 746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
Personal belongings were observed stacked in a pile on the couches in the classroom.

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

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

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