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

2 green bowls on the toddler playground to be broken, weed fabric to be coming up on the PRS playground causing a tripping hazard and observed the resilient material to not be covering the metal rings at the bottom of the slides on the PRS playground posing a possible safety hazard. Correction: Ensure all indoor and outdoor areas are sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately 3/10/26 and submit compliance by 3/24/26. Correct by 03/10/2026

Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2026

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 27 staff files and observed 1 staff to not have 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 members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI for staff members with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 02/09/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2026

Category: supervision. 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; FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

Reviewed 16 children's files and observed 3 children to have expired emergency medical authorizations. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current emergency medical authorization forms. Correct immediately 2/9/26 or pior to next day in care. Submit compliance by 3/9/26. Correct by 02/09/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2026

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

2.131.A.1 · 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 27 staff files and observed 1 staff to not have documentation of a signed perjury statement. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of signed statement in staff file. Correct immediately 2/9/26 and submit compliance by 3/9/26. Correct by 02/09/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2026

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:

Reviewed 27 staff files and observed 1 staff to not have the signature page. Correction: Ensure staff have all information in staff file for rule 2.210.a.1-6. Correct immediately 2/9/26 and submit compliance by 3/9/26. Correct by 02/09/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2026

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 27 staff files and observed 1 staff to have an expired first aid and CPR module. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct immediately 2/9/26 and submit compliance by 3/9/26. Correct by 02/09/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2026

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 16 children's files and observed 1 child to not have documentation of a health statement within 30 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ days of enrollment or expiration. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of children's health statements within 30 days of enrollment and expiration for all children enrolled with missing or expired statements. Correct by 03/09/2026

Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2026

Category: ratio. 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 strider bike without handlebar covers on the preschool playground. Correction: Ensure all indoor and outdoor equipment is maintained in a safe manner. Correct immediately 12/18/25. ****corrected at time of visit by removing from the playground. No response Required. Correct by 12/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 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.

an outlet strip in the toddler b classroom to have outlets not covered. Correction: Ensure all outlets accessible to children have protective covers. Correct immediately 12/18/25. ****Corrected at time of vist by covering. No response is required. Correct by 12/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.225.B · Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Identified that a staff member picked a child up by their arm and leg and sat them down harshly leaving behind marks. Correction: Ensure that children are not subjected to physical or emotional harm. Correct immediately 12/18/25 and submit compliance by 12/25/25. Correct by 12/18/2025 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility did not report a previous reportable incident. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025

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.

2 small chalk pieces that could pose a choking hazard on the PRS playground Correction: Ensure all materials accessible to children do not pose a choking or inhalation hazard. Correct immediately 11/20/25. ****Corrected at time of visit by removing from the playground. No response is required. Correct by 11/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2025

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

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

2 balls in the Todd A classroom marked ages 2+ with children under the age of 2. Correction: Ensure that all materials are age appropriate. Correct immediately 11/20/25. ****Corrected at time of visit by removing from the room. No response is required. Correct by 11/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 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.

on the pre-k playground an extension cord in the toy box posing a strangulation hazard, a strider bike with no handle bar cover and weed fabric coming up in the sandbox area and also on the PRS playground a tunnel that is ripping FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ and has a metal ring exposed that can pose a strangulation hazard for young children. Correction: Ensure all indoor and outdoor equipment, materials and furnishings are sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately 11/20/25 and submit compliance by 11/27/25. Correct by 11/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2025

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

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

an emergency backpack with emergency meds on a low hook in the PREK room accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all keep out of reach of children items are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 3/19/25. ***Corrected at time of visit by placing on a higher hook. No response is required, Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

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 within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.

Reviewed 29 staff files and observed 1 staff (Jenny) with an expired annual self report and 8 staff (Nasya, Brenna, Jayden, Lacey, Grace R., Madeline S, Britain, & Michelle) with no documentation of a current health statement within 30 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current health statement or annual self report for all employees. Correct by 04/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2025

Category: health medication. 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.

cotton balls on art work in the explorers B classroom that could pose a chocking hazard to children under 3. Correction: Ensure all choking hazards are inaccessible to children. Correct immediately 3/19/25. ***Corrected at time of visit by taking down. No response is required. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 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.

a diaper changing pad in the Toddler A classroom to be peeling and cracking, a radio cord to be loose in the flex classroom posing a safety hazard, weed fabric on the PRK playground to be coming up and a shelf bowing in the Explorers B classroom. Correction: Ensure all indoor and outdoor equipment are kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 12 children's files and observed 2 children to not have documentation of immunization records or status form. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of immunization records or status on first day of care for children enrolled. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

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 12 children's files and observed 1 child to not have a health status form within 30 days of enrollment and 1 to have an expired health status form. Correction: Obtain and maintain current health status forms for all children enrolled within 30 days of admission and 30 days of expiration. Correct by 04/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2025

Category: ratio. 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 29 staff files and observed 1 staff Jenny W. to have expired 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 Jenny has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

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 29 staff files and observed 6 staff to not have documentation of emergency and disaster preparedness training. (John, Jayden, Madeline S, Britain, Gianna & Michelle B) Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training in staff files. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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 29 staff files and observed 4 staff to not have documentation of out of state clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Jayden G, Lacey G., Grace R, & Gianna N. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letters for staff members Jayden G, Lacey G., Grace R, & Gianna N with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.133.B · Each staff member of the facility must be trained in fire safety and the use of available fire extinguishers and fire alarms

Reviewed 29 staff files and observed 1 staff Michelle B to not have documentation of fire safety and fire FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ extinguisher training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff file. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.222.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;

In the Explorer A classroom the door to the diaper/potty training area to be open and the cabinets with diapering supplies to be unlocked. Correction: Ensure all diapering supplies are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

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 children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 29 staff files and observed 2 staff (Madison K & John) to not have documentation of a current standard precautions. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.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 29 staff files and observed 1 staff (Michelle B) to not have documentation of current shaken baby/abusive head trauma training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 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 29 staff files and observed 1 staff with an expired Child abuse training (Gabbi) and 1 staff with no documentation of training (Gianna). Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

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 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 29 staff files and observed 3 staff (Jayden, Gianna & Michelle) to not have documentation of Early Intervention training within 90 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct by 04/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ implicit bias. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 29 staff files and observed 4 staff (Jayden, Gianna, Michelle & Britain) to not have documentation of Bias training within 90 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

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 29 staff files and observed 1 staff Michelle B to not have documentation of child development training within 90 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.216.B.1.c · Prior to being assigned a group of children, the infant program early childhood teacher must complete eight (8) hours of orientation in the infant program under the supervision of the infant program supervisor. The orientation may include, but not limited to, the following topics:

Reviewed 29 staff files and observed Michelle B to not have documentation of infant orientation prior to working in the infant room. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.216.C.2 · Staff aides must be at least sixteen (16) years of age, must work directly under the supervision of the director or a toddler early childhood teacher, and must have completed eight (8) hours of orientation at the toddler program.

Reviewed 29 staff files and observed Madelyn S to not have documentation of toddler orientation prior to working in the toddler room. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

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 facilities drill log and observed fire drills missing for January 2025, May & December 2024, tornado for September 2024 and 2 emergency drills. Correction: Perform and document drills according to rule. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.218.C.5 · The individual health care plan must be updated at least every twelve (12) months from the date of the initial plan and as changes occur. The plan must include all information needed to care for the child, must be signed by the health care provider, parent(s)/guardian(s) and must include, but not be limited to, the following:

one child in care to have an expired health care plan. Correction: Obtain a current health care plan for children enrolled. Correct immediately 3/19/25 and submit compliance by 4/19/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025

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

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

a container of hand sanitizer in a toy bucket on the PRE K playground accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all keep out of reach of children items are inaccessible at all times. Correct immediately 4/25/24. ***Corrected at time of visit. No response is required. DIrect violation of stipulation L on the probationary license. Correct by 04/25/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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 25 staff files and observed 1 staff (Caitlin C) to not have current first aid and CPR or the department approved module. Correction: Obtain and submit documentation of current training. Correct immediately 4/25/24 and submit compliance by 5/2/24.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 25 staff files and observed 1 staff (Jenny W) to have an expired standard precautions training. (ex. 2/26/24) Correction: Obtain and submit documentation of current training. Correct immediately 4/25/24 and submit compliance by 5/2/24. This is a direct stipulation of stipulation J on the probationary license. Correct by 04/25/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.218.C.5 · The individual health care plan must be updated at least every twelve (12) months from the date of the initial plan and as changes occur. The plan must include all information needed to care for the child, must be signed by the health care provider, parent(s)/guardian(s) and must include, but not be limited to, the following:

Observed an expired health care plan for a child with emergency medications. Correction: Obtain current health care plan for any children with expired health care plans. Correct immediately 2/28/24 and submit compliance by 3/6/24. Correct by 02/28/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2024

Category: health medication. 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 trike without handle bar covers, weed fabric exposed in the sand box and sharp metal edges in the sand box all on the PRK playground. Correction: Ensure all equipment is sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately 1/5/24 and submit compliance by 1/12/24. Correct by 01/05/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

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.

in toddler B classroom a sensory bottle with chokable items to not have a secured lid posing a choking hazard and on the toddler playground a cracked yellow lid posing a hazard to children. Correction: Ensure all equipment is sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately 10/19/23. ***Corrected at time of visit by removing from classroom and playground. No response is required. Correct by 10/19/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 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.

electrical cords under the table in the cozy corner in the PRS room loose and posing a strangulation hazard. Correction: Ensure all materials are sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately 9/21/23. ****Corrected at time of visit by making inaccessible. No response is required. Correct by 09/21/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2023

Category: physical safety. 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 16 staff files and observed 2 staff (Emy HD 8/29/22 & Grace HD 11/28/22) to not have completed out of state background check letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Emy & Grace have reviewed the powerpoint within 24

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

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.

Reviewed 16 staff files and observed Denise to have an expired shaken baby/abusive head trauma course. (Ex. 1/1/23) Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current training in staff file. Correct immediately 9/21/23 and submit compliance by 9/28/23. Correct by 09/21/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

a purple ball in Toddler B marked ages 3+ accessible to children under the age of 3. Correction: Ensure all materials are appropriate and sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately 8/30/23. ****Corrected at time of visit by removing from the room. No response is required. Correct by 08/30/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2023

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