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

Four cans of paint in an unlocked cabinet in the main hallway accessible to children and posing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - staff member moved all paint cans to a locked closet making them inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 04/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025

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

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

One tricycle missing a handle and a see-saw with torn cushions on the seat exposing plastic grid base both on the preschool playground, accessible to children, and posing a potential hazard. Observe two large kitchen knives in a drying rack in the open kitchen accessible to children and posing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. PARTIALLY CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director removed tricycle from the playground and put knives in a high shelfmaking them inaccessible to children. Correct by 04/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025

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

2.230.C.3.c · Preschool and school-age climbing equipment must have a six (6) foot use zone surrounding the equipment. For slides exceeding six (6) feet in height, the use zone from the base of the slide must be as long as the slide height.

A dome climber measuring approximately 5 feet in height on the narrow preschool playground with only approximately 2.5-3 feet of use zone on two sides of the dome climber. Correction: Preschool climbing equipment must hav ea 6 fott use zone surrounding the equipment. Correct by 04/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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.

Several uncovered outlets in room 107 accessible to children and posing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately cover all outlets accessible to children. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director covered all uncovered outlets. No response required. Correct by 04/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025

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

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 2 staff files and observed staff member Tammi to have no current documentation of Standard Precautions training. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Standard Precautions training. Correct by 04/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/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 less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.

Reviewed 2 child files and observed no current documentation of health statement for 1 child. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of health statement. Correct by 05/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.219.B.1 · At the time of admission, 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 rules located in 6 CCR 1009-2 rule section 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 www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.

Reviewed 2 child files and observed no documentation of immunization records for 1 child. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of immunization records. Correct by 04/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025

Category: health medication. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.

Reviewed 4 staff files and observed no documentation of original health statement for staff members Tammi, Jazmine, Adeladia and no subsequent self-reported health history for staff member Angel. Correction: Obtain and maintain original health statement from health care provider for all staff within 30 days of hire and subsequent self-reported health histories annually. Correct by 09/11/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024

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

2.213.A · All staff must complete a pre-service building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children. The training must include identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, vehicular traffic handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of biological contaminants.

Reviewed 4 staff files and observed no documentation of building and physical premises training for staff members Angel, Tammi, Jazmine, Adeladia. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of pre-service training for all staff prior to working with children. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/12/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2024

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 4 staff files and observed no current documentation of Abuse Prevention training for staff member Tammi. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Abuse Prevention training for staff member Tammi. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/12/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.L · 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.

Reviewed 4 staff files and observed no documentation of child development training for staff member Jazmine. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of child development training for staff member Jazmine. Correct by 09/11/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

Preschool classroom transitioning from the classroom to the chapel and specialist observed no documentation of attendance verification being made and identified through staff member Tammi's statement that no written attendance verification was being conducted during the transition. Specialist asked staff members Tammi, Jasmine how many children they had in the classroom and neither staff knew and had to count to confirm. Correction: Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions. Submit documentation and detailed plan for attendance tracking with written response to specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.H · 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 training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training for staff members Angel, Jasmine. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training for all staff within 90 days of hire. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed expired Trails clearance letter for staff member Angel. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Angel has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff member Angel with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

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

2.121.A.1 · In order to obtain any Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and/or Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint criminal history records, each applicant listed below must have their fingerprints taken and processed at a vendor approved by CBI. Approved vendors may be located using the CBI website at Colorado.gov/cbi. Payment of the fee for the criminal record check is the responsibility of the individual being checked, identified as follows:

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed staff member Jasmine to have a CBI clearance letter not tied to the child care license, and no documentation of FBI clearance letter for staff members Tammi, Jasmine. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Tammi, Jasmine have reviewed the powerpoint within

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

2.121.D.5 · Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed staff member Angel to have expired documentation of FBI clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Angel has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letter for staff member Angel with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: background checks. 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 3 staff files and observed no documentation of emergency preparedness training for staff member Jasmine. Correction: Obtain and maintain disaster preparedness training for all staff prior to working with children. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Standard Precautions training for staff members Angel, Tammi, Jasmine. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Standard Precautions training for all staff. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Introduction to First Aid and CPR module for staff member Tammi. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Introduction to First Aid and CPR module for all staff not required in rule to be CPR certified. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024

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 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Abuse Prevention training for staff members Angel, Jasmine. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Abuse Prevention training. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 less than two and one-half (2½) 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 center.

Reviewed 2 child files and observed 1 child to have an expired health statement. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of health statement. Correct by 05/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024

Category: ratio. 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 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 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early childhood Professionals training for staff members Angel, Jasmine. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.J · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training for director Angel. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training. Submit documentation withh written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024

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

2.213.K · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation training for director Angel. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation training. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024

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

2.213.N · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment and annually, all staff responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunizations records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Immunization training for director Angel who is responsible for managing child files. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Immunization training for Angel. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

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

2.213.L · 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.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of child development training for staff members Tammi, Jasmine. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of child development training. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

Staff members Tammi, Jasmine working together in the preschool classroom. Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no complete and current background checks for Tammi, Jasmine. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Tammi, Jasmine have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI, FBI Clearance Letters for staff members Tammi, Jasmine with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.121.F · The Department may deny, revoke, suspend, change to probationary or fine a child care facility if the applicant(s), an affiliate of the applicant, or any person living with or employed by the applicant has been found to violate any of the provisions set forth in section 26.5-5-317(2), C.R.S.

Per facility's response to 5/8/2023 supervisory inspection, facility stated they would use a written attendance record to check attendance hourly and that director Angel completed four trainings (see bottom narrative) cited on the 5/8/2023 report. During supervisory inspection today, 4/3/2024, specialist identified through staff members Tammi, Jasmine and Angel's statements that they do not have or use a written attendance tracking document and after reviewing Angel's staff file and PDIS transcripts specialist observed no documentation of Angel completing the four trainings cited on 5/8/2023. 26.5-5-317(2)(g) Furnishes or makes any misleading or any false statement or report to the department; Correction: Furnishing a false or misleading report to the department may result in adverse action. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Two pieces of disconnected gutter drains on the playground with sharp metal edges and several broken pieces of broken plastic poles from a broken soccer goal with sharp edges all accessible to children and posing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director moved gutters and plastic poles from the playground. No response required. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

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