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405 Willis Dr, Colorado Springs CO 80911 · License #1768852 · Center · School-Age Child Care Center
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2.121.J.1 · 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:
At the time of the visit, reviewed 2 staff files (Danell and Sydney) and found that both files were missing the out-of-state background check clearance letters. Danell moved to Colorado in June 2023 and Sydney moved to Colorado in 2021. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage PowerPoint. Submit verification that Danell and Sydney have reviewed the PowerPoint within 24 hours.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
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2.507.M · All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.
At the time of the visit, reviewed 3 staff files and found Sydney B was missing documentation of completing the child development training. Correction: Immediately review all staff files and ensure all files have at least 1 hour of child development training. Submit a copy of the certificates and a written statement of compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.512.A.1.b · At the time of enrollment, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Documentation of school-required immunization status or Certificate of Medical or Nonmedical Exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health. Up-to-date school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Certificate of Immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization, defined in Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment regulation at 6 CCR 1009-2:VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at https://www.coloradosos.gov/CCR/Welcome.do. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.
At the time of the visit, reviewed 4 child files and found one file with immunization records on the incorrect form. Correction: Immediately review all child files and ensure all files have immunization documentation on the CDPHE certificate or an approved alternate certificate defined by the CDPHE. Submit a statement of compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.712.84.D · . If records for organizations having more than one center are kept in a central file, duplicate identifying and emergency information for personnel and children must also be kept on file at the center attended by the child.
Duplicate emergency information was not on file for Lauren F. at the center. Correction: Immediately ensure that duplicate identifying and emergency information for staff is on file at the center. Provide statement of compliance by 9/21/2023. Correct by 08/22/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.100.F.2 · . Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly, but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.
The program did not have record of drills being completed over the last twelve (12) months. Correction: Immediately ensure drills are being conducted for fire, tornado and emergencies and are recorded and maintained over the last twelve (12) months. Provide statement of compliance by 9/21/2023. Correct by 08/22/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.34.A · . Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.
There was not a fire inspection on site to review. Correction: Ensure fire inspections are being completed every two (2) years and documentation of an approving fire inspection is maintained at the facility. Provide documentation and statement of compliance by 9/21/2023. Correct by 09/21/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.52.D.2 · . Changes to a License Requiring Written Notification to the Department Prior to Department Approval - Changes in the physical facility or use of rooms for child care at a facility.
The program was currently using room #26 which has not yet been licensed by the department. Correction: Immediately ensure that prior to using new rooms the program obtains licensing approval. Provide statement of compliance within 24 hours. Correct by 08/22/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.712.32.I · . A written policy regarding visitors to the center must be posted and a record maintained daily by the center that includes, at a minimum, the visitor's name and address and the purpose of the visit. At least one piece of identification must be inspected for individuals who are strangers to personnel at the center.
The program did not have a visitor log that the licensing specialist or other visitors could sign into. Correction: Ensure that a record is maintained by the center of visitors. Provide statement of compliance by 9/21/2023. Correct by 09/21/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.712.42.D.2 · . The date and content of each consultation must be recorded and maintained in the center's files.
The date and content of the CCHC consultations was not available to review. Correction: Ensure the date and content of consultations with the child care health consultant are recorded and maintained
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
7.712.42.D.3 · . The center must maintain documentation including the child care health consultant’s (CCHC) Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) proof of RN or MD current licensure in good standing, a brief biography highlighting applicable knowledge, experience and approximate dates worked as a school nurse or Child Care health Consultant commenced.
The center did not have proof of a brief biography for the child care health consultant. Correction: Ensure the center maintains documentation of the CCHC biography highlighting applicable knowledge. Provide documentation and statement of compliance by 9/21/2023. Correct by 09/21/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.712.42.D.5 · . All Child Care Health Consultants (CCHC) must show evidence they have completed the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course annually.
The CCHC immunization course was expired. Correction: Ensure the CCHC annually completes a CDPHE immunization course. Provide documentation and statement of compliance by 9/21/2023. Correct by 09/21/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.712.73.A.4 · Combustibles, such as cleaning rags, mops, and cleaning compounds, must be stored in well-ventilated areas separated from flammable materials and stored in areas inaccessible to children.
A bleach bottle was accessible in an unlocked cabinet below the sink. Correction: Immediately ensure that cleaning compounds are stored inaccessible to children. Provide statement of compliance by 9/21/2023. Correct by 08/22/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.712.81.A.8 · The center must maintain and update annually a record on each child that includes: A dated written authorization for emergency medical care signed and submitted annually by the parent or guardian. The FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ authorization must be notarized if required by the local health care facility;
One (1) out of five (5) child files had an expired authorization for emergency medical care. Correction: Immediately ensure a written authorization for emergency care is reauthorized annually. Provide documentation and statement of compliance by 9/21/2023. Correct by 08/22/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.