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2307 Columbine Dr, Durango CO 81301 · License #1539829 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
Observed no evidence of TRAILS background check submission or clearance letters on file for two (2) staff members observed alone and in the care of children at the time of inspection. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that required staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
2.121.D.4 · Requests for a criminal record check, other than those required per this rule section 2.121(D)(4) must be completed at an approved vendor within five (5) working days of the day that the individual begins to work at the facility or agency.
Observed no evidence of FBI or CBI background check submission or clearance letters on file for two (2) staff members observed alone and in the care of children at the time of inspection. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that required staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI and FBI Clearance Letters for required staff members with written response to the Specialist. - Correct Immediately - Correct by 06/03/2026
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Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.210.A · A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the following:
Observed no evidence of staff files for two (2) staff members alone and in the care of children at the time of the inspection. Correction: A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the rules stated in 2.210.A through 2.210.A.6 along with all applicable trainings and background checks. - Correct Immediately - Respond to the Licensing Specialist with written verification of correction. Correct by 06/03/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.127.D · All facilities, except family child care homes must post in every room of the child care facility, excluding bedrooms and living areas, the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio required by regulation to be maintained for the age of children cared for in the room.
Observed no evidence of license capacity or staff-to-child ratio posting in room used for child care at the time of inspection. Correction: All facilities, except family child care homes must post in every room of the child care facility, excluding bedrooms and living areas, the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio required by regulation to be maintained for the age of children cared for in the room. - Correct Immediately - Corrected at time of inspection. Staff
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
2.230.C.1.a · All climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment.
Observed wooden climber with blue slide measuring 2 foot 2 inches with resilient surfacing measuring less than 3 inches at the time of inspection. Observed purple caterpillar climber measuring two feet with resilient surfacing measuring less than 3 inches at the time of inspection. Correction: All climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment. - Correct Immediately - Corrected at time of inspection. Director AE placed sign on climber stating off limits and made rule keeping children out of rock area containing climbers. Correct by 11/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;
Observed no evidence of annual emergency medical authorization in two (2) of three (3) child files reviewed at time of inspection. Correction: An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). - Correct Immediately - Corrected at time of inspection. Director AE garnered virtual dated signatures from both guardians at the time of inspection. Correct by 11/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.3.a · Toddler climbing equipment must have a three (3) foot use zone surrounding the equipment. Toddler slides require a six (6) foot use zone extending out from the base of the slide.
Observed wooden climber with blue slide measuring two (2) foot two (2) inches with use zone less than one (1) foot from purple climber at the time of inspection. Observed purple caterpillar climber measuring two (2) feet with use FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ zone of one (1) inch from edge of resilient surfacing at the time of inspection. Correction: Toddler climbing equipment must have a three (3) foot use zone surrounding the equipment. Toddler slides require a six (6) foot use zone extending out from the base of the slide. - Correct Immediately - Corrected at time of inspection. Director AE placed sign on climber stating off limits and made rule keeping children out of rock area containing climbers. Correct by 11/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.