2.512.C.7 · All medications, except those medications specified in the Department’s approved medication administration training as emergency medications, must be kept in an area inaccessible to children, but available to staff trained in administering medication. If refrigeration is required, the medication must be stored in either a separate refrigerator or a leak proof container in a designated area of a food storage refrigerator, separate from food and inaccessible to children. Controlled medications must be counted and safely secured, and specific policies regarding their handling require special attention in the centers policies. Access to these medications must be limited (see sections 27-80-210 and 12-280-134(3), C.R.S.).

A tube of Carmex labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children" (KORC) was present in an unlocked desk drawer in the classroom. Correction: Immediately (04/04/2024) ensure that all items labeled KORC are stored so that they are inaccessible to children. Corrected during visit by Site Director disposing of the Carmex. No written response is required. Correct by 04/04/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.