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0 YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park CO 80511 · License #86477 · Center · Child Care Center
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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;
Reviewed 7 children's files and observed 1 child to have an expired emergency medical authorization form. Correction: Obtain and maintain current emergency authorization forms for all children enrolled with expired forms. Correct immediately 6/10/26 or prior to next day in care and submit compliance by 7/10/26. Correct by 06/10/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2026
Category: health medication. 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” Document ID: 3f9fed6a48164a8ebefb7f91a886dabc770a56759a07c895d848f87dfcedd02e FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.
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Reviewed 7 children's files and observed 1 child to have an immunization record but not on the CDPHE approved form. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of all immunization records on the CDPHE approved forms. Correct immediately 6/10/26 and submit compliance by 7/10/26. Correct by 06/10/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2026
Category: health medication. 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 statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
Reviewed 7 children's files and observed 2 children to have expired health statements. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current health statements for all children enrolled with expired forms. Correct by 07/10/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
2 suncsreens marked keep out of reach of children accessible to children in the PRS room. Correction: Ensure all keep out of reach of children items are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 6/10/26 ***Corrected at time of visit by making inaccessible to children. No response is required. Correct by 06/10/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.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.
a container of small chalk in the toddler room accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all toys and materials accessible to children under 3 do not pose a choking hazard. Correct immediately 6/10/26. ****Corrected at time of visit by making inaccessible to children. No response is required. Correct by 06/10/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2026
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.
a soccer ball that is ripped accessible to children on the PRS playground. Correction: Ensure all indoor and outdoor equipment is sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately 6/10/26. ***Corrected at time of visit by throwing away. No response is required. Correct by 06/10/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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:
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed 1 staff to be missing documentation of out of state background checks. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Emma S. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letters) for staff members Emma S with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 07/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 11 staff files and observed 1 staff Liz to have an expired standard precautions training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training in staff files. Correct immediately 7/23/25 and submit compliance by 8/23/25. Correct by 07/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.122.A · Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect 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.
Reviwed facilities inspections and observed an expired fire inspection (ex. 5/18/25) Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current fire inspection. Correct by 08/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.138.A · 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.
Reviewed drill log and observed no emergency drills to be performed at least quarterly. Correction: Begin to perform drills, record and submit plan of compliance. Correct by 08/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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;
Reviewed 8 children's files and observed 2 children with no documentation of emergency medical authorization. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of emergency medical authorization prior to or at the time of child's
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
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 within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed 3 staff to not have documentation of a health statement within 30 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current health statement within 30 days of hire. Correct by 08/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.C.1 · 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:
Reviwed 11 staff files and observed 2 staff Sofia R. & Isabella M to not have documentation of a trails clearance letter or submission of information. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Sofia & Isabella have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letters for staff members Sofia and Isabella with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 07/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
Category: background checks. 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ The module must be renewed every two (2) years.
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed Isabella and Sofia to not have documentation of first aid and CPR training or module. Correction: Ensure all staff have either first aid and CPR or the department approved module within 30 days of hire. Correct by 08/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2025
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 11 staff files and observed 1 staff Sofia to not have documentation of current child abuse and prevention. (ex. 8/24) Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct immediately 7/23/25 and submit compliance by 8/23/25. Correct by 07/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
sunscreen on low shelves in all three classrooms accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all keep out of reach of children items are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 7/23/25. ***Corrected at time of visit by making inaccessible. No response is required. Correct by 07/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
a loose cord on the sound machine in the front toddler room posing a safety hazard, a trike without a handle bar cover and a trike with a broken seat all posing safety hazards on the PRS playground. Correction: Ensure all indoor and outdoor materials are sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately 7/23/25. ***Corrected at time of visit by making inaccessible. No response is required. Correct by 07/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
wood chips under the swings on the PRS playground to be less than 1 inch. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Ensure resilient material under all climbing and permanently installed equipment over 18 inches has at least 6 inches of material. Correct immediately 7/23/25 and submit compliance by 8/23/25. Correct by 07/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed 1 staff member Emily to have CBI But under an unknown license # and no current 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 members Emily has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI & FBI Clearance Letters for staff members Emily with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 07/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.B.4 · The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A copy of the child’s health statement completed by a health care provider
Reviewed 6 children files and observed 3 children to not have health statement documentation. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date health statement documentation for all children. Submit compliance by 9/28/2024. Correct by 09/28/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: Y_M_C_A _of_ th_e _Ro_c_kie_s_ B_en_ne_tt_ P_re_sc_ho_ol_______Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er_ : 8_6_47_7_______ ________________________________________________
Observed less than 6 inches of resilient material around playground (observed 2 to 4 inches). Correction: All equipment over 18 inches in height must have atleast 6 inches of resilient material. Correct immediately 8/28/2024 and submit compliance by 9/28/2024. Correct by 08/28/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.33.D.4.a · . Criminal background check requests must be submitted and 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-aged child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed the following staff missing CBI or FBI checks: Sarah CBI, Amber CBI & FBI, Andrea CBI & FBI, Armando Trails, CBI & FBI, Anna Mae Trails, CBI & FBI) Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Sarah, Andrea, Armando & Anna mae have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI, FBI & Trails Checks for staff members Sarah, Amber, Andrea, Armando & Anna Mae with written response to Specialist. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.D · Staff working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a Department-approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and will be counted towards ongoing professional development. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed 4 staff (Liz, Michelle, Armando & Anna Mae) to not have documentation of current shaken baby/abusive head trauma course. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current shaken baby course for all employees missing it. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.33.J.1.a.b.c · 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-aged child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes: a. State criminal history check b. State sex offender registry check c. State abuse and neglect registry check
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed all staff to be missing documentation of out of state background checks. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that all staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of ( Out of State Clearance Letters for all staff members with written response to Specialist. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.53.A · . A child care facility must require each staff member of the facility to read and sign a statement clearly defining child abuse and neglect pursuant to state law and outlining the staff member's personal responsibility to report all incidents of child abuse or neglect according to state law.
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed L:iz, Sarah, Maddie Armando & Anna Mae to not have documentation of a signed child abuse statement. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of signed child abuse statements in all staff files. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.56.D · . All facilities, except family child care homes must post in every room of the child care facility, FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 the wrong capacities posted in the infant room and no capacities and ratios posted in the toddler room. Correction: Ensure the correct capacities and ratios are posted in all classrooms. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.8 · Perjury Statement- Application forms for Employment with a Child Care Provider. Every application used in the State of Colorado for employment with a child care provider or facility, or for the certification of a foster home, must include the following notice to the applicant: “Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty of perjury in the second degree as defined in Section 18-8-503, C.R.S., and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished accordingly.”
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed 2 staff (Armando & Anna Mae) to not have signed perjury statements. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of signed perjury statements in staff files. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.62.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.
Staff in infant room did not know how many infants were in the room. When asked they stated 7 infants 2 times and when specialist stated 6 they stated if you say so. Correction: Staff must complete written attendance verification throughout the day. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.35.A · A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ following:
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed 3 staff (Sarah, Armando & Anna Mae) to not have complete staff files or any staff file. Correction: Ensure all staff members have complete staff files that include all information in rule 7.702.35.A.1-6. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.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 within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed no staff to have health statements within 30 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain current health statements for staff members within 30 days of employment. Correct by 10/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.J · Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be instructed about all policies and procedures of the center. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures.
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed 2 staff (Armando & Anna Mae) to not have documentation of signed statement that they have read policies and procedures of the facility. Correction: Obtain signed statements from staff verifying they have read and understand the centers policies. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.K · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment at the center, each staff member must read and be instructed about all licensing rules governing childcare centers. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ have read and understand the licensing rules.
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed 2 staff (Armando & Anna Mae) to not have signed statements that they have reviewed licensing rules and regulations. Correction: Obtain and maintain signed statements from staff verifying they have reviewed licensing rules and regulations. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 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 8 staff files and observed 4 staff (Liz, Michelle, Armando & Anna Mae) to not have documentation of current standard precautions and Sara & Andrea to not have documentation of training on the exposure control plan. Correction: Obtain and submit documentation of current standard precautions training for all employees. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.C · Staff working with infants less than twelve (12) months old must complete a Department-approved Safe Sleep training prior to working with infants less than twelve (12) months old. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed 2 staff (Liz & Michelle) to not have current safe sleep training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current safe sleep training for all staff members that work with infants. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.100.A · . Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a State Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness. 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 State Department-approved training
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed 4 staff to not have emergency and disaster preparedness training prior to working with children. (Michelle HD 9/8/23, Andrea HD 9/8/23, Armando HD 9/23 and Anna Mae no HD) Correction: Obtain and submit documentation of emergency and disaster preparedness training for all staff missing
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
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 8 children's files and observed 2 staff (Sarah & Andrea) to not have department approved first aid and CPR or the department approved module. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current first aid and CPR or the department approved module. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 8 staff files and observed 2 staff (Liz & Maddie) with expired trainings and 1 staff (Sarah) missing documentation of training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current child abuse training for all staff with expired trainings and within 30 days of hire. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.H · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in Section 7.702.33, 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed 2 staff (Sarah HD 5/23 and Amber HD 6/28/23 ) to not have documentation of Early intervention training within 90 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training within 90 days of hire. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.I · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in Section 7.702.33, 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 8 staff files and observed Sarah & Amber to not have documentation of Bias training within 90 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training within 90 days of hire. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.45.A.1 · An Early Childhood Teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a Director, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed all 3 classrooms to not have an ECT qualified teacher in the rooms. Correction: Ensure that all groups of children are assigned an ECT qualified staff member. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit staffing schedule to licensing immediately to ensure compliance. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.45.B.1.a.5.a · The infant program must have an Infant Program Supervisor who meets at least one (1) of the following qualifications:An adult who holds a current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II or higher in Version 3.0, as determined by the Department, has a minimum of nine (9) months (1,365 hours) of verifiable experience in the care and supervision of infants and/or toddlers, and:Has completed one (1) three (3) semester credit hour course in FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Infant/Toddler Development.
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed no staff member to meet Infant program supervisor qualifications. Correction: Submit documentation of infant program supervisor qualifications. Correct immediately 9/27/23 by sending qualifications to licensing. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.A.14 · Staff to Child Ratios by AGES OF CHILDREN and NUMBER OF STAFF 6 weeks to 18 months (infants): 1 staff member to 5 infants 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 1 staff member to 8 children 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children
the infant room to be out of ratio for at least 2-5 minutes while staff member Sarah stepped out and Michelle was left alone with 6 infants. Correction: Ensure staff to child ratios are kept at all times. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.64.C · The Director must not use, or permit a staff person or child to use, corporal or other harsh punishment.
Upon arrival licensing specialist heard pounding and when walking into the infant room it was observed that staff Michelle was pounding /patting a child loud enough on the back that it could be heard in the next room. Correction: Staff must not use any harsh treatment on a child. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
sunscreen in the infant changing station in an unlocked cabinet, and the toddler changing station to be unlocked having diaper cream accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all keep out of reach of children items are inaccessible at all times. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.K · Evacuation equipment must not block exit routes. Nothing may be stored in or under any evacuation equipment.
a box of toys in the evacuation crib in the infant room. Correction: Ensure nothing is stored in or under any evacuation equipment. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.72.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
broken bowl on the prs playground and a table with warped pieces of wood, also observed loose iphone cords and another loose cord in the toddler room on the floor accessible to toddlers. Correction: Ensure all equipment is safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.34.A · 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:
Reviewed 6 children's files and observed 1 chld to not have a file. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of children's file that includes all information required in rule 7.702.34.a.1-5. Correct immediately 9/27/23 and submit compliance by 10/27/23. Correct by 09/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.A.2.b · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: 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 statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
Reviewed 6 children's files and observed all 6 children to not have health statements on file. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current health statements for all children enrolled within 30 days of enrollment. Correct by 10/27/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.