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

At the time of visit, the following items labeled keep out of reach of children were identified: in the Hedgehogs classroom, a magic eraser, was in an unlocked drawer that was accessible to children. In the Elephants classroom, sharpie markers, vials of essential oils, and white-out were in an unlocked drawer that was accessible to children. In the Turtles classroom, sharpie markers were in an unlocked drawer that was accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all items labeled 'keep out of reach of children' must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the items were removed from the drawers and moved to locked drawers making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.91.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

At the time of visit, in the Frogs classroom, identified chipped paint on the walls and the base moulding peeling from the wall. Correction: Immediately, buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition at all times. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.71.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

At the time of visit, in the Elephants room, adult scissors were in an unlocked drawer that was accessible to children. In the unlocked storage room, a paper cutter was accessible to children. In the Hedgehogs classroom, safety pins were in an unlocked drawer and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the items were moved to locked drawers making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.71.E · Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

At the time of visit, in the Hedgehogs classroom, children ages 1-2 years old, loose thumb tacks were in an unlocked drawer and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, thumbtacks must not be used or stored in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age. Corrected at time of visit, the thumbtacks were moved to a locked drawer making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.71.D · Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

At the time of visit, in the Hedgehogs classroom, children ages 1-2 years old, a stapler and loose staples were in an unlocked drawer and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the stapler and loose staples were moved to a locked drawer making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.71.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.

At the time of visit, in the Hedgehog classroom, paper clips and badge clips were in an unlocked drawer that was accessible to children. In an open storage room, several toys and materials with choke hazards were being stored and accessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: Immediately, choke hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the paper clips and badge clips were moved to a locked drawer making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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

7.702.61.A.1.b · All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products.

At the time of visit, in the Brown Bears classroom, diaper-changing supplies were on the changing table and in an unlocked cabinet that was accessible to children. In the Preschool Bathroom, diaper-changing supplies were on a low shelf of a diaper-changing table that was accessible to children. In the Hedgehog classroom, diaper-changing supplies were on the changing table that was accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all diaper-changing supplies must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit, the diaper-changing supplies were moved to locked cabinets making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.91.D · Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.

At the time of visit, In the Brown Bears classroom, a staff personal bag was in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all staff personal bags and other hazardous items must be inaccessible to children at all times.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

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

At the time of visit, in the Dolphins classroom, Turtles classroom, and the Pre-K Bathroom, outlets were uncovered and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all electrical outlets accessible to children must have protective covers at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the director covered the outlets with outlet covers. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.42.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 23 staff files. Wendy G, Jennifer R, Melissa S, Starr D, Sara L, Kira P, and Priscilla H missing documentation of a current standard precautions training. Correction: Immediately, all staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.42.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 23 staff files. Juliana J, Kira P, Jennifer R, Melissa S, Amy So, Amy St, and Anjanette W missing documentation of the Introduction to First Aid and CPR training module, or current CPR/First Aid training cards. Correction: Review all staff files. Staff not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR must complete the

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

7.702.42.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 23 staff files. Priscilla H, Wendy Q, Jennifer R, Melissa S, Sara L, and Kira P missing documentation of a current child abuse training. Correction: Review all staff files. All staff must complete the Department-approved training about child abuse prevention within thirty (30) calendar days of employment and again annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 11/13/2023. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.