Child care center ·
8131 MATLOCK RD, Arlington, TX 76002-4102 ·
License 556373- 810
Capacity 152. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool
Accepts subsidy
| Severity | Date | Standard / narrative | Corrected |
|---|
| 3 | — |
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Four children's records lacked the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or an emergency-care facility |
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| 4 | — |
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
An infants mattress was observed being prop up with a wedge to elevate the child while sleeping. |
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| 5 | — |
746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
The operation's emergency preparedness plan was not available for review at the time of inspection. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a completed food allergy emergency plan on file. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The building and grounds must be maintained to protect the health and safety of children. The following was observed: The walls in the school age classroom were visibily dirty. The walls were stained with food and dirt. There was surface damage observed on the cabinets in the 2 year old and school age classrooms. The wood on the cabinets were splinteriing and stained. There were a large chip observed in the cabinets. *There was a section of grass around the playground that has deep vehicle tire tracks causing mud and water pooling. *In the school age classroom, the countertop around the sink area is stained and adhesive is pulled away from countetop tiles exposing dirt and grime. There were sections around the sink where the caulking is peeling *There were sections in the back of the building that was visibly dirty with dirt, grime, and cop webs. The back of the building is in need of a pressure wash. The previous violations have not been corrected to include: There was grass and weeds growing through the loose fill surfacing on the preschool playground. One of the seats on Bus #2 had a huge tear in it. The foam padding and wooden board of the seat were exposed. The wooden train on the toddler playground is in need of repair. There were several areas on the train where the wood was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There was also a wooden bench area that was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There were also areas of chipping paint. There was an area on the carpet in the indoor playground that was tatered. There were also loosed carpet fibers that were frayed. |
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| 4 | — |
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
The governing body has failed to complete work orders that have been submitted for the playground. The work order was first submitted in August 2022. Compliance date is in alignment with the compliance date to fix the playground. The governing body must follow all the standards at all times. |
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| 5 | — |
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. It was determined that the operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation of an incident that placed a child at risk. |
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| 3 | — |
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Personnel and training records were not available for review at the time of the inspection. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
The transportation binder did not contain emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for children being transported. |
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| 3 | — |
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
One infant in Infant room I did not have updated feeding instructions on file. One infant's feeding instructions was not dated. Four infants in Infant room II did not have updated feeding instructions on file. |
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| 3 | — |
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Two caregivers did not have training in the following topics: *Administering Medication *Handling, storing, & disposing of hazardous materials *Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction |
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| 3 | — |
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
An incident report was not completed for an incident that placed a child at risk. |
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| 3 | — |
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
The operation did not have a copy of the most recent health inspection on file. The health inspection report available for review was from 01/2021. |
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| 5 | — |
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. A caregiver made threats of corporal punishment to children in care. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Smoke detectors were not tested in the month of June or July. This was corrected during the inspection when the testing was completed. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Two of the four children's records were updated to include complete physician information. Two children's records still lacked complete physician information. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when grabbing a child by one arm and then abruptly placing the child down on the rug. The caregiver also did not demonstrate good judgment when grabbing another child by the wrist & escorting the child back in line. |
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| 4 | — |
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
The carbon monoxide detector has not been tested since May. This was corrected during the inspection. The carbon monoxide detector was tested during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The operation has not conducted a fire drill since May. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5617(b) - Driver Has Current Driver's License
One of the drivers did not have a current driver's license and has been transporting children. The driver renewed her driver's license during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The operation did not have a current certification form on file verifying the recall notices were reviewed. The form was last completed 2/2020. |
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| 3 | — |
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
The infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, and school age classrooms did not have a current activity plan posted. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. It was determined that the class was out of ratio the day of the incident based on the transition sheet. There were 11 children present with one caregiver. The class was over ratio by 2 children. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when the caregiver called the child a name which was inappropriate and hurtful to the child's self-esteem. The child perceived the name to be hurtful and was offended. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
The 3 vehicles used for transporting did not have complete first aid kits. The first aid kits were missing items to include: *cotton balls *thermometer *tweezers *gloves *antiseptic wipes or solution |
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| 3 | — |
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. The operation did not share a copy of the incident report with the child's parents within the required timeframe. An incident report was not provided until 5 days after the incident. |
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| 5 | — |
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and was found to be in non-compliance. It was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate methods of discipline & guidance when observed grabbing a child by the arm, putting the child in a chair in a rough manner, and spanking the child. (Note: This was the caregivers own child.) |
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| 2 | — |
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
The new caregivers hired after September 2023 did not have the pre employment affidavits in their files available for review at the time of inspection |
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| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The following hazards were observed at the operation: 1. There were 3 eletrical outlets in the pre-k classroom that did not have childproof covers. This was corrected during the inspection when the outlets were covered. 2. There was a planter table filled with standing water observed on the preschool playground accessible to children. This was corrected during the inspection when the container of water was dumped out. 3. One of the tables in the preschool classroom was observed to have uneven table legs. One of the table legs was being supported by a pencil box and a small piece of wood. This posed as a tipping hazard. The children were moved from the table & the table will not be used until repaired. A work order was submitted during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two children did not have health statement documentation on file. |
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| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver in training was in the classroom with children present but did not have an eligible background. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The operation has several broken peices of euipemnt on the playground. The Early preschool 2 room had part of the basebard that needs to be correct. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
One child's file did not have an immunization record at the time of inspection. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Three children did not have a current immunization record on file. |
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| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operational policies did not include all the required information. The operation will need to add the following policies: *Hearing & vision requirement *Information on vaccine preventable diseases for employees *Procedures for parents to review copy of the child care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how parents may access the minimum standards online *Instructions on how parents may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas abuse & neglect hotline, and, access HHSC website * Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity did not include all the required information |
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| 4 | — |
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
There were 7 outlets in the preschool classroom that did not have childproof covers. The outlets were covered during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file. The last inspection on file was from 7/2020. |
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| 5 | — |
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
One child's record was updated to include authorization for emergency medical treatment. Two children's records are still missing authorization for emergency medical treatment. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training
The director and 3 caregivers that transport children did not have current transportation safety training. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
1 staff only had 6 out of 24 trainings hours. |
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| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when accidentally serving a child food the child is allergic to. The caregiver was aware of the child's known food allergy as the child's food allergies were listed on the child's enrollment application. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
The transportation binder did not contain the parent s names and telephone numbers and emergency telephone numbers for children being transported. |
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| 3 | — |
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Two infants did not have current written feeding instructions on file. The feeding instructions have not been updated in the past 30 days. |
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| 4 | — |
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
Six children were noted as having food allergies without having a food allergy action plan on file from the doctor. |
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| 3 | — |
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Documentation was not available to verify monthly checks/inspections for smoke detection system, fire extinguishers, and carbon monoxide detector. (Note: This was corrected during the inspection) |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
One caregiver did not have documentation of current first aid training. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
The 3 vehicles used for transporting did not have complete first aid kits. The first aid kits were missing items to include: *cotton balls *thermometer *tweezers *gloves *antiseptic wipes or solution |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
2 children's files did not have health statements at the time of inspection. |
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| 3 | — |
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
The nap mats in the Pre- school 3's and 4's room were not labeled to distinguish who's nap mat belongs to who. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
One eletrical outlet in the toddler classroom did not have a child proof cover. This was corrected during the inspection when the outlet was covered. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on the information received during the investigation it was determined that a caregiver demonstrated poor judgement when laying an infant down by one arm. |
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| 3 | — |
746.605(14) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child
One child's record was missing the school information. |
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| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
The 3 vehicles used for transporting did not have complete first aid kits. The first aid kits were missing items to include: *cotton balls *thermometer *tweezers *gloves *antiseptic wipes or solution |
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| 5 | — |
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
During an investigation it was determined that a caregiver left a child unsupervised on the playground. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
One child did not have a health statement on file. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3301(i) - Nutrition and Food Service - Must not serve identified foods to allergic child
A child in care was served food on the food allergy action plan specific to the child. |
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| 4 | — |
746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
One of the operation's drivers did not have current cpr/first aid training. The training was expired. |
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| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
There was grass and weeds growing through the loose fill surfacing on the preschool playground. One of the seats on Bus #2 had a huge tear in it. The foam padding and wooden board of the seat were exposed. The wooden train on the toddler playground is in need of repair. There were several areas on the train where the wood was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There was also a wooden bench area that was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There were also areas of chipping paint. There was an area on the carpet in the indoor playground that was tatered. There were also loosed carpet fibers that were frayed. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Three children's records were missing authorization for emergency medical treatment. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Two of the three children have a current immunization record on file. One child still needs a current immunization record. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
One child's file did not have an immunization record at the time of inspection. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Two children did not have health statement documentation on file. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. It was determined that the operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation of an incident that placed a child at risk. |
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| 5 | — |
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
The operational policies did not include all the required information. The operation will need to add the following policies: *Hearing & vision requirement *Information on vaccine preventable diseases for employees *Procedures for parents to review copy of the child care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how parents may access the minimum standards online *Instructions on how parents may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas abuse & neglect hotline, and, access HHSC website * Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity did not include all the required information |
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| 3 | — |
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
The infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, and school age classrooms did not have a current activity plan posted. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
The 3 vehicles used for transporting did not have complete first aid kits. The first aid kits were missing items to include: *cotton balls *thermometer *tweezers *gloves *antiseptic wipes or solution |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
There were 7 outlets in the preschool classroom that did not have childproof covers. The outlets were covered during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when accidentally serving a child food the child is allergic to. The caregiver was aware of the child's known food allergy as the child's food allergies were listed on the child's enrollment application. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
The operation has several broken peices of euipemnt on the playground. The Early preschool 2 room had part of the basebard that needs to be correct. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file. The last inspection on file was from 7/2020. |
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| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Two of the three children have a current immunization record on file. One child still needs a current immunization record. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
One child's record was updated to include authorization for emergency medical treatment. Two children's records are still missing authorization for emergency medical treatment. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
The 3 vehicles used for transporting did not have complete first aid kits. The first aid kits were missing items to include: *cotton balls *thermometer *tweezers *gloves *antiseptic wipes or solution |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Two of the four children's records were updated to include complete physician information. Two children's records still lacked complete physician information. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
One child did not have a health statement on file. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
One eletrical outlet in the toddler classroom did not have a child proof cover. This was corrected during the inspection when the outlet was covered. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
The carbon monoxide detector has not been tested since May. This was corrected during the inspection. The carbon monoxide detector was tested during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
The governing body has failed to complete work orders that have been submitted for the playground. The work order was first submitted in August 2022. Compliance date is in alignment with the compliance date to fix the playground. The governing body must follow all the standards at all times. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The operation did not have a current certification form on file verifying the recall notices were reviewed. The form was last completed 2/2020. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Two caregivers did not have training in the following topics: *Administering Medication *Handling, storing, & disposing of hazardous materials *Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
Personnel and training records were not available for review at the time of the inspection. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. It was determined that the class was out of ratio the day of the incident based on the transition sheet. There were 11 children present with one caregiver. The class was over ratio by 2 children. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on the information received during the investigation it was determined that a caregiver demonstrated poor judgement when laying an infant down by one arm. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
One of the operation's drivers did not have current cpr/first aid training. The training was expired. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Smoke detectors were not tested in the month of June or July. This was corrected during the inspection when the testing was completed. |
Yes |
| 4 | — |
746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
One caregiver did not have documentation of current first aid training. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Based on a DFPS investigation, this standard was found to be in non-compliance. The operation did not share a copy of the incident report with the child's parents within the required timeframe. An incident report was not provided until 5 days after the incident. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
The transportation binder did not contain the parent s names and telephone numbers and emergency telephone numbers for children being transported. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.5617(b) - Driver Has Current Driver's License
One of the drivers did not have a current driver's license and has been transporting children. The driver renewed her driver's license during the inspection. |
Yes |
| 5 | — |
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and was found to be in non-compliance. It was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate methods of discipline & guidance when observed grabbing a child by the arm, putting the child in a chair in a rough manner, and spanking the child. (Note: This was the caregivers own child.) |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
The nap mats in the Pre- school 3's and 4's room were not labeled to distinguish who's nap mat belongs to who. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The building and grounds must be maintained to protect the health and safety of children. The following was observed: The walls in the school age classroom were visibily dirty. The walls were stained with food and dirt. There was surface damage observed on the cabinets in the 2 year old and school age classrooms. The wood on the cabinets were splinteriing and stained. There were a large chip observed in the cabinets. *There was a section of grass around the playground that has deep vehicle tire tracks causing mud and water pooling. *In the school age classroom, the countertop around the sink area is stained and adhesive is pulled away from countetop tiles exposing dirt and grime. There were sections around the sink where the caulking is peeling *There were sections in the back of the building that was visibly dirty with dirt, grime, and cop webs. The back of the building is in need of a pressure wash. The previous violations have not been corrected to include: There was grass and weeds growing through the loose fill surfacing on the preschool playground. One of the seats on Bus #2 had a huge tear in it. The foam padding and wooden board of the seat were exposed. The wooden train on the toddler playground is in need of repair. There were several areas on the train where the wood was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There was also a wooden bench area that was damaged and showing signs of weathering. There were also areas of chipping paint. There was an area on the carpet in the indoor playground that was tatered. There were also loosed carpet fibers that were frayed. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Three children's records were missing authorization for emergency medical treatment. |
— |
| 5 | — |
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A caregiver in training was in the classroom with children present but did not have an eligible background. |
Yes |
| 3 | — |
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Four children's records lacked the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or an emergency-care facility |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
A caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement when the caregiver called the child a name which was inappropriate and hurtful to the child's self-esteem. The child perceived the name to be hurtful and was offended. |
— |
| 4 | — |
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
Six children were noted as having food allergies without having a food allergy action plan on file from the doctor. |
— |
| 5 | — |
746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
The operation's emergency preparedness plan was not available for review at the time of inspection. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
One infant in Infant room I did not have updated feeding instructions on file. One infant's feeding instructions was not dated. Four infants in Infant room II did not have updated feeding instructions on file. |
— |
| 3 | — |
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Three children did not have a current immunization record on file. |
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160 inspection record(s) on file from TX-HHSC.
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