2.213.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 19 staff files and observed Cathy, Brenda, and Rosy to be missing documentation of standard precautions training. Observed Hailee and Ashley to be missing documentation of current standard precautions training. Correction: Obtain documentation of current Department approved standard precautions training and add to files. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 03/12/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.L · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

A bag of cotton balls in an unlocked cabinet in room 101 (toddler) posing a potential choke hazard. Observed cotton ball on art work displayed on the wall in room 101 and room 105 (toddler rooms) posing potential choke hazards, accessible to children less than 3 years of age. Correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any material accessible to children must be inaccessible to

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

2.213.F · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.

Reviewed 19 staff files and observed Mariana to be missing documentation of introduction to First Aid and CPR module. Identified through staff records that Mariana has been employed more than 30 days. Correction: Obtain documentation of Department approved Introduction to First Aid and CRP module and add to file. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 04/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Reviewed 19 staff files and observed Ashley and Norma to be missing documentation of child abuse prevention training. Observed Rosy to be missing documentation of current child abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain documentation of current Department approved training about child abuse prevention and add to file. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 03/12/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.I · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(D)) must complete the Department-approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training or other Department-approved training on implicit bias. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 19 staff files and observed Brenda to be missing documentation of Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training. Identified through staff file that Brenda had been employed for more than 90 days. Correction: Obtain documentation of Department approved training on the Impact of Bias on Early CHildhood Professionals and add to files. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 04/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

A package of baby wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" in a cubbie in the M2 classroom, accessible to children. Observed several packages of baby wipes and diaper rash cream labeled :keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table in the bathroom between the toddler classrooms (rooms 101 and 102) accessible to children. Observed a tube of diaper rash cream labeled "keep out of reach of children" in a cubbie in the hallway outside of the toddler rooms, accessible to children. Observed a package of baby wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet in classroom 107 (preschool) accessible to children. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director locked all cabinets. and moved items to high shelves, inaccessible to children 3/12/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 03/12/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2025

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.

Reviewed 19 staff files and observed Ana to be missing documentation of emergency and preparedness training. Correction: Obtain documentation of Department approved emergency and disaster preparedness training and add to files.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

A set of puppets labeled for children ages 2 years and older in a basket on the floor in the infant room. Observed a few puzzles labeled for children ages 2 years and older on a low shelf in room 105 (toddler) accessible to children less than 2 years of age. Observed a few stuffed animals labeled for children ages 3 years and older in a cozy corner cube in room 105 (toddler) accessible to children less than 3 years of age. Observed 2 puzzles on a low shelf in room 102 labeled for children 2 years and older, accessible to children less than 2 years of age. Correction: Play equipment and materials must be appropriate for the children's age, size, developmental needs and activities. Corrected at the time of inspection. STuffed animals, puppets, and puzzles were removed form the rooms 3/12/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 03/12/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.233.C.1 · If the toddler program is in the same building as a facility caring for children of other ages, the toddler program must be physically separated in different rooms by walls no less than eight (8) feet and full doors.

Observed the toddler doors for room 101 and 102 to be open into the main hallway at the time of inspection. Toddler program is in the same building as children of other ages. Correction: The toddler program must be physically separated in different rooms at all times. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director closed the toddler room doors and reminded staff that they must remain closed 3/12/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 03/12/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

Landscape fabric coming through the sand in the outdoor sand boxes in the toddler and the preschool playgrounds, posing a potential trip hazard. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free from hazards. Correct immediately, or make inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 03/12/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.120.C.1 · 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:

Reviewed 19 staff files and observed Norma, Rosy, Yessica, and Cathy to be missing documentation of TRAILS abuse and neglect clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Norma, Rosy, Yessica, and Cathy have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (TRAILS Clearance Letters) for staff members Norma, Rosy, Yessica, and Cathy with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 03/12/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.121.D.4.a · Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed 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.

Reviewed 19 staff files and observed Rosy, Yessica, Cathy and JoJo to be missing documentation of CBI clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Rosy, Yessica, Cathy and JoJo have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (CBI

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

2.212.G · All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.

Reviewed 19 staff files and observed Yessica to be missing documentation of a health statement signed and dated by a physician or heath care provider. Correction: Obtain documentation of a health statement signed and dated by a health care provider and add to file. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 04/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.237.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

An electrical outlet in the blocks area and an electrical outlet by the compost box in room 104 accessible to children to be missing protective covers. Correction: In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers. Correct by 4/10/2024. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director placed protective covers in the electrical outlets. No response required for this violation. Correct by 04/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.233.C.1 · If the toddler program is in the same building as a facility caring for children of other ages, the toddler program must be physically separated in different rooms by walls no less than eight (8) feet and full doors.

The door to the toddler program room to be open to the main hallway where other age children pass to FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ classrooms. Correction: If the toddler program is in the same building caring for other age children, the toddler program must be physically separate in different rooms and full doors. Correct by 4/10/2024. Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff closed the door to the toddler room 4/10/2024. Correct by 04/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

2 puzzles on the shelf in the toddler room labeled for children age 2 years and older, accessible to children less than 2 years of age. Correction: Play equipment and materials must be appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities. Correct by 4/10/2024. Correct by 04/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

2 loose plastic grocery bags in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in room 105 (Toddler room), accessible to children. Correction: Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Correct by 4/10/2024. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director placed loose plastic bags in an upper cabinet, inaccessible to children. No response required for this violation. Correct by 04/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

A tub of diaper cream labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked changing table in the Toddler room, accessible to children. Observed 2 packages of wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" on the changing table in the preschool bathroom, accessible to children. Observed several packages of wipes in an unlocked changing table labeled "keep out of reach of children", accessible to children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Correct by 4/10/2024. Corrected at the time of inspections. Director locked the changing tables making wipes inaccessible to children, moved the wipes in the preschool bathroom on top of the paper towel rack, inaccessible to children, and moved the diaper cream to a high shelf inaccessible to children. No response required for this violation. Correct by 04/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.F · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.

Reviewed 13 staff files and observed Ashley to be missing documentation of the Basic First Aid/ CPR module. Identified through staff files that Ashley is not required ot be certified in First Aid/ CPR. Correction: Obtain documentation of the department approved Introduction to First Aid/ CPR module and add to file. Correctg by 5/9/2024 Correct by 05/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.G · All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.

Reviewed 13 staff files and observed Ashley to be missing documentation of a medical statement signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider. Correction: Obtain documentation of a medical statement signed and dated by a health care provider and add to file. Correct by 5/9/2024. Correct by 05/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.