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 13 staff files and observed Michael E to have an expired child abuse and neglect check (TRAILS). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS) for staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 07/01/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025

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

2.508.A · Prior to working with children all staff members must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Reviewed 13 staff files and observed Fallon F, Carol M and Annie C to have expired department approved standard precautions trainings. Correction: Obtain and update annually the department approved standard precautions training, correct immediately 7/1/25. Correct by 07/01/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.508.D · Within (30) calendar days of employment all staff members and regular volunteers must complete 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 know child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Reviewed 13 staff files and observed Fallon F and Michael E to have expired department approved child abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain and update annually department approved child abuse prevention training for staff, correct immediately 7/1/25. Correct by 07/01/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.512.B.2 · Schools are required to comply with the immunization requirements as stated in 6 CCR 1009-2. 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 (CDPHE) Certificate of Immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first (1st) day of admission. Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment regulation at 6 CCR 1009-2: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 https://www.coloradosos.gov/CCR/Welcome.do. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours..

Reviewed 12 child files and observed one child to be missing an immunization record. Correction: Obtain immunization record for child, correct immediately 7/1/25. Correct by 07/01/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025

Category: health medication. 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 14 staff files and observed Sirah M to be missing a CBI and FBI 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 reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (CBI, FBI) for staff member with written response to Specialist. Correct by 07/15/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 14 staff files and observed Taylor H, Bree N, Nicky F and Emma R to be missing out of state letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

2.509.C · There must be at least one (1) program leader providing supervision with each group of thirty (30) or fewer children cared for by the center. When four- (4) year-olds are in attendance, there must be at least one program leader providing supervision with each group of twenty-four (24) or fewer children cared for by the center.

No program lead to be in the Animal room. Correction: There must be at least one program leader supervising each group of children, correct immediately 7/12/24. Document compliance to specialist by 7/19/24. Correct by 07/12/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.