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Aurora CO 80013 · License #1554238 · Home-based · Large Family Child Care Home
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2.336.C.1 · All hazardous items and materials must be inaccessible to children including, but not limited to, office supplies, matches, plastic bags, cleaning and laundry materials, perfumes, curling irons, adult sharp scissors and knives, cosmetics, shaving lotions, hair products, poisonous plants, and all items labeled by manufacturer as “keep out of reach of children.”
At the time of the visit, a can of Woolite was in the bathroom on a low open shelf, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, ( 6/25/2025), all hazardous items must be inaccessible to children. **Corrected at the time of the visit when the provider moved the Woolite to a higher shelf, making the item inaccessible to children. No response needed. Correct by 06/25/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 25, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.311.A.7 · Primary providers, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, staff members, and volunteers must demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of children and a concern for their proper care and well-being.
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At the time of the visit, the provider did not know the correct number of children being cared for. Correction: Immediately ( 7/30/2024) Primary providers, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, staff
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
2.321.E.1 · The primary provider must obtain written authorization and instructions from the parent(s) or guardian(s) for the application of sunscreen to their children's sun exposed skin prior to outdoor play, year-round. The authorization must include instructions for the application of full-spectrum UVA/UVB rating sunscreen with an SPF of thirty (30) or greater; or the use of alternative forms of sun protection approved by the parent(s) or guardian(s), which may include but is not limited to: hats, long sleeves, umbrellas, and tents.
At the time of the visit, reviewed 13 children’s files and observed all 13 children’s files to be lacking topical authorization. Correction: Review all children’s files. The primary provider must obtain written authorization and instructions from the parent(s) or guardian(s) for the application of sunscreen to their children's sun exposed skin prior to outdoor play, year-round. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 08/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.316.B.15 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, by the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members including all amendments, and must include at a minimum the following information: Developmentally appropriate media use including, but not limited to, television shows, video, music, tablets, smartphones, and software used at the family child care home, and time limits for all media use;
At the time of the visit, observed the parent handbook to be lacking a policy on developmentally appropriate media use. Correction: Review the parent handbook. The handbook must include verbiage regarding developmentally appropriate media use. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 08/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.E · Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, and qualified substitutes must complete a Department approved course of training for medication administration. This course must be completed every three (3) years and can be applied towards ongoing annual training hours in the year that it is completed;
At the time of the visit, reviewed the provider’s file and observed Julie C. to be lacking medication administration. Correction: Immediately (7/30/2024) Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, and qualified substitutes must complete a Department approved course of training for medication administration. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 07/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.C · Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved training in standard precautions that meets current occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually.
At the time of the visit, reviewed the provider’s file and observed Julie C. to have an expired standard precautions training. Correction: Immediately (7/30/2024) Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved training in standard
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
2.312.H · Prior to working with children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department approved training about child abuse prevention, including common symptoms and signs of child abuse how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually.
At the time of the visit, reviewed the provider’s file and observed Julie C. to be lacking child abuse prevention training. Correction: Immediately (7/30/2024) Prior to working with children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department approved training about child abuse prevention. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 07/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.133.A · Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.
At the time of the visit, reviewed the provider’s file and observed Julie C. to be lacking emergency and disaster preparedness. Correction: Immediately (7/30/2024) Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a State Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 07/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.A · Every required training in this rule section 2.312 must be documented and available for review by the Department. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
At the time of the visit, there were no staff files for Van C. and Karena C. Correction: Review all staff files. Every required training in this rule section 2.312 must be documented and available for review by the Department for the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers and qualified substitutes. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 08/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.C.1.a · The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.
At the time of the visit, observed Karena C. to be working with children, without TRAILS abuse or neglect background checks. Correction: Immediately (7/30/2024) Review all staff files. For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 07/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.212.J.1.a · The following background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed for each state an individual has resided in, in the past five years, prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes:State criminal history check
At the time of the visit, observed Karena C. to be working with children, without CBI or FBI background checks. Correction: Immediately (7/30/2024) Review all staff files. Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children. Submit
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
2.321.A.3 · Within thirty (30) days after admission, and within thirty (30) days following the expiration date, the parent(s) or guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children under two and one-half (2-1/2 ) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the licensed family child care home.
At the time of the visit, reviewed 13 children’s files and observed 4 children’s files to have expired health appraisal forms. Correction: Review all children’s files. All children’s files must have a current health appraisal form, signed and dated by a healthcare provider. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 08/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.316.B.20 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, by the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members including all amendments, and must include at a minimum the following information:Rest time and equipment;
At the time of the visit, observed the parent handbook to be lacking sufficient documentation regarding rest time. Correction: Review the parent handbook. The handbook must include sufficient verbiage regarding rest time. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 08/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.316.B.24 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, by the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members including all FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ amendments, and must include at a minimum the following information: Use of and how often sunscreen is applied, including authorization for use of sunscreen, and how infants or children are protected from sun exposure without the use of sunscreen;
At the time of the visit, observed the parent handbook to be lacking sufficient documentation regarding sun exposure protection. Correction: Review the parent handbook. The handbook must include sufficient verbiage regarding sun exposure protection. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 08/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.316.B.31 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, by the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members including all amendments, and must include at a minimum the following information: The procedures, including how parents are notified, for any child who has been separated from the group outside of the supervision of their assigned staff member or for whom the local authorities have been contacted;
At the time of the visit, observed the parent handbook to be lacking a policy on how parents are notified for any child who has been separated from the group. Correction: Review the parent handbook. The handbook must include verbiage regarding how parents are notified when a child is separated from the group. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 08/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.337.A.2 · The outdoor play space must be enclosed with at least a forty-two inch (42) fence with slats no more than four (4) inches apart, or a natural barrier. If a natural barrier is used, it must begin no higher than three and one-half inches (3-1/2) from the ground. If the family Child Care home does not have a fenced play space, the provider may apply for an outdoor hardship waiver.
At the time of the visit, observed a 7 inch gap in the outside fence, posing a hazard to children. Correction: Immediately ( 7/30/2024) The outdoor play space must be enclosed with at least a forty-two inch (42) fence with slats no more than four (4) inches apart, or a natural barrier. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 07/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.336.C.1 · All hazardous items and materials must be inaccessible to children including, but not limited to, office supplies, matches, plastic bags, cleaning and laundry materials, perfumes, curling irons, adult sharp scissors and knives, cosmetics, shaving lotions, hair products, poisonous plants, and all items labeled by manufacturer as “keep out of reach of children.”
2.336.C.1 following items labeled “keep out of reach of children” to be accessible to children in the following areas: - A Glade air freshener downstairs on a shelf near the stairs. - Cleaner spray in an unlocked bathroom cabinet. - Chlorox wipes on a shelf in the bathroom. - Gallon ziplock bags on a shelf under the television, downstairs. - Plastic bag on the outside playground. Correction: Immediately ( 7/30/2024) All items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of the visit when the provider made the items inaccessible to children. Submit a statement of future compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 07/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.335.I · Stairways of more than four (4) steps, in indoor and licensed outdoor areas, that are accessible to children must have gates that prevent access from the area being used when children under two (2) years old are present. The gate may be taken down as long as the family child care home primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, qualified substitute, or staff member is providing direct supervision of the child who is learning climbing skills on the stairs.
At the time of the visit, observed a stairway of more than 4 steps, without a gate, accessible to children under the age of two, on the outside playground and also going downstairs to the basement. Correction: Immediately ( 7/30/2024) A stairway with more than 4 steps must be secured with a safety gate.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
2.336.C.2.a · Extension cords must not be used in place of permanent wiring and must be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.
At the time of the visit, observed uncovered outlets in the basement bathroom and uncovered outlets on a power strip on the wall along the stairs to the basement. Child care is provided in the basement. Correction: Immediately ( 7/30/2024) In rooms accessible to children, all electrical outlets and power strips must have protective covers. Corrected at the time of the visit when the provider covered the outlets, making the outlets inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 07/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.336.C.11 · Flammable or combustible items must be stored in a locked area remote from the kitchen, and at least three (3) feet from the furnace, hot water heater or any other heating device. These items include, but are not limited to, paints, fuels, insecticides, and other hazardous chemicals.
At the time of the visit, observed a bag of balls and paper plates next to the water heater. Correction: Immediately ( 7/30/2024) Flammable or combustible items must be stored in a locked area remote from the kitchen, and at least three (3) feet from the furnace, hot water heater or any other heating device. Corrected at the time of the visit, when the provider moved all items out of the area with the water heater and furnace. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/30/2024. Correct by 07/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.