Rachel Baier

2.312.Q · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, and the equally qualified provider must complete the Department-approved training “Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant.” This course is required once and will be counted toward ongoing professional development.

Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (2), who is the equally qualified provider and has been employed longer than 90 days, lacking documentation of a completed Department-approved training "Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant." Correction: Ensure the primary provider, applicant 2, and the equally qualified provider complete the Department-approved training "Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant" within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation of completed training certificate for Staff Member (2) with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/22/2026

Corrected by May 22, 2026

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2.312.E · Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, and qualified substitutes must complete a Department approved course of training for medication administration. This course must be completed every three (3) years and can be applied towards ongoing annual training hours in the year that it is completed;

Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (2), who is the equally qualified provider and was working with children at the time of the visit, lacking documentation of a completed Department-approved training for medication administration. Correction: Ensure the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, and qualified substitutes complete a Department-approved medication administration training prior to working with children and every (3) years thereafter. Correct immediately and submit documentation of completed training certificate for Staff Member (2) with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/22/2026

Corrected by Apr 22, 2026

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2.312.P · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department- approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes.” This course is required once and will count towards ongoing training requirements.

Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (2), who has been employed longer than 90 days, lacking documentation of a completed Department-approved training regarding "Injury Prevention for Homes." FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ ***Previously cited on 5/12/2025. Also observed Staff Member (3), who has been employed longer than 90 days, lacking documentation of a completed Department-approved training regarding "Injury Prevention for Homes." Correction: Ensure all staff have completed a Department-approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes" within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation of completed training certificates for Staff Members (2) and (3) with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/22/2026

Corrected by May 22, 2026

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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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ letter.

Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3) lacking documentation of a renewed Trails clearance letter obtained prior to 5 years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter (10/30/2017). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Staff Member (3) has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of current TRAILS clearnance letter for Staff Member (3) with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/22/2026

Corrected by Apr 22, 2026

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2.121.D.5 · Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3) lacking documentation of a renewed FBI clearance letter obtained prior to 5 years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter (2/25/2019). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Staff Member (3) has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of current FBI clearnance letter for Staff Member (3) with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/22/2026

Corrected by Apr 22, 2026

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2.312.N · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training for recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3), who has been employed longer than 90 days, lacking documentation of a completed Department-approved training for "Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals." Correction: Ensure all staff have completed a Department-approved training for "Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals" within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation of completed training certificate for Staff

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2.312.M · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3), who has been employed longer than 90 days, lacking documentation of a completed Department-approved training for "Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs." Correction: Ensure all staff have completed a Department-approved training for "Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs" within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation of completed training certificate for Staff Member (3) with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/22/2026

Corrected by May 22, 2026

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2.317.D.1 · Sign In/Out Procedure The provider must maintain a daily sign in/out method containing the date, the child's name, the time that the child arrived at and left the home, and the parent, guardian, or authorized person's signature. A full signature is required by the parent or guardian every time the child arrives at or leaves the home. The provider may sign in or out children who arrive directly from school or an activity as needed on a daily basis. The provider must use their full signature. The parent/guardian must provide a signature on a weekly basis to verify the record.

Reviewed Provider's files and observed (2) children signed in on the attendance log who had not been signed out and were not present in the Home. Provider stated the (2) children had been picked up by a parent that morning. Correction: Ensure a daily sign in/out method for children's attendance is maintained by the Provider, per the above requirements. ***Corrected at the time of visit. Provider signed the (2) children out on the attendance log, indicating the time the parent had picked them up. Provider understands the parent must provide a signature on a weekly basis to verify the record. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 04/22/2026

Corrected by Apr 22, 2026

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2.121.C.1 · Any resident of the family child care home or qualified exempt provider home turning eighteen (18) years of age shall complete the fingerprint process at an approved vendor fourteen (14) calendar days prior to their 18th birthday.

Reviewed Provider's files and observed a resident of the Home who turned (18) years of age and is lacking documentation of the fingerprint process being completed. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that the resident of the Home who turned (18) years of age has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation that the fingerprint process has been completed for the resident of the Home who turned (18) years of age, with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/22/2026

Corrected by Apr 22, 2026

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2.312.D.1 · Prior to working with children all staff members caring for children not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR must complete the Department-approved basic First Aid and CPR module. This module must be renewed every two (2) years.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed Jessica M., who is not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, lacking documentation of the Department-approved basic First Aid and CPR module. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring that all staff who are not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, to include Jessica M., obtain and maintain current documentation of the Department-approved basic First Aid and CPR module training. Correct by 06/11/2025

Corrected by Jun 11, 2025

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2.311.A.14.a · All equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must obtain a subsequent health evaluation every two (2) years or as required in a written plan signed by a licensed physician or other health care provider. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed Edie M., the equally qualified provider, lacking documentation of a current health evaluation. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring all staff, including Edie M., have obtained and will maintain a current health evaluation signed by a health care provider. Correct by 06/11/2025

Corrected by Jun 11, 2025

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2.312.P · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department- approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes.” This course is required once and will count towards ongoing training requirements.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed Edie M., who has been employed longer than 90 days, lacking documentation of a current Department-approved training regarding "Injury Prevention for Homes." Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring all staff have completed a Department-approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes within 90 days of employment. Correct by 06/11/2025

Corrected by Jun 11, 2025

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2.311.A.14 · Subsequent health evaluations for the primary provider, applicant 2, and children residing in the home who are less than ten (10) years of age must be obtained every two (2) years or as required in a written plan signed by a licensed physician or other health care provider. A new family member and/or a new resident of the home must obtain a health evaluation form signed and dated by a licensed physician or other health care provider within thirty (30) days from the date the individual began living in the home.

2 children under the age of 10 years old residing in the home lacking documentation of a current health evaluation. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring the provider and all children less than 10 years of age residing in the home have obtained and will maintain a current health evaluation signed by a health care provider. Correct by 06/11/2025

Corrected by Jun 11, 2025

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2.335.N · Any animals in the family child care home must be vaccinated as required by state law and local FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ ordinance, and proof of vaccination must be available for review by the licensing specialist.

A pet cat (Rosie) residing in the home lacking documentation of proof of vaccination. Correction: Immediately (5/12/2025) ensure all animals in the family child care home are vaccinated as required and proof of vaccination is available for review by the licensing specialist. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 05/12/2025

Corrected by May 12, 2025

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2.320.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission and updated annually or when any changes occur, unless otherwise specified in these rules. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s) or guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Reviewed 9 children's files and observed 1 file lacking a current emergency medical authorization signed by the parent/guardian. Correction: Provider immediately (6/17/2024) obtained a current emergency medical authorization signed by the parent/guardian for the child's file. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 06/17/2024

Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

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2.312.M · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Reviewed Provider's file and observed it lacking a Department-approved training for introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring all staff, to include the Provider, have completed the Department-approved training for introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs within 90 days of employment. Correct by 07/15/2024

Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

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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 Provider's files and observed the program lacking documentation of a lock down drill conducted during the month of January 2024 and lacking documentation of tornado drills conducted for the months of March through May 2024. Correction: Immediately (6/17/2024) ensure that all drills to include lock down are conducted and documented with the above listed information. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 06/17/2024

Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

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2.120.D · The Trails child abuse and neglect records request must be made within ten (10) calendar days of the first day of employment for each employee or facility on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee.

Reviewed Edie M.'s file, who is an equally qualified provider, and observed it lacking a current TRAILS clearance letter. Correction: Immediately (6/17/2024) ensure that all individuals with incomplete background checks are supervised at all

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2.311.A.13.a · All equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and staff members must obtain a medical statement signed and dated by a licensed physician or other health care provider within thirty (30) days of employment.

Reviewed Edie M.'s file, who is an equally qualified provider and has been employed longer than 30 days, and observed it lacking documentation of a current health evaluation. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring that within 30 days of employment, all equally qualified providers, substitutes and staff members have obtained and will maintain a current health evaluation. Correct by 07/15/2024

Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

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2.311.A.13 · Prior to license approval, the primary provider, applicant 2, and all persons residing in the home must obtain a medical statement signed and dated by a licensed physician or other health care provider.

A child residing in the home who is under the age of 10 years old lacking documentation of a current health evaluation. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring the provider and all children less than 10 years of age residing in the home, have obtained and will maintain a current health evaluation. Correct by 07/15/2024

Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

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2.321.A.3 · Within thirty (30) days after admission, and within thirty (30) days following the expiration date, the parent(s) or guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 under two and one-half (2-1/2 ) 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 licensed family child care home.

Reviewed 9 children's files and observed 1 file lacking a current health health statement signed and dated by a health care provider. Also observed 6 files lacking the health care provider's indication of when the next visit is required. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance ensuring all children's files have a current health statement signed and dated by a health care provider per the above guidelines. Correct by 07/15/2024

Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

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2.312.B · Prior to issuance of the license or providing care to children, the primary provider, applicant 2, and equally qualified provider, must complete a Department approved fifteen (15) clock hour pre-licensing course of training.

Reviewed Edie M.'s file, who is an equally qualified provider, and observed it lacking a Department-approved pre-licensing training. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance ensuring that Edie M. has completed a Department-approved (15) clock hour pre-licensing course of training. Correct by 07/15/2024

Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

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2.312.C · Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved training in standard precautions that meets current occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually.

Reviewed Edie M.'s file, who is an equally qualified provider, and observed it lacking documentation of a current Department-approved training for standard precautions. Correction: Immediately (6/17/2024) ensure that the program obtains documentation of a current standard precautions training certificate for all staff, to include Edie M. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 06/17/2024

Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

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2.312.H · Prior to working with children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department approved training about child abuse prevention, including common symptoms and signs of child abuse how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually.

Reviewed Edie M.'s file, who is an equally qualified provider, and observed it lacking documentation of a FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ current Department-approved training about child abuse prevention. Correction: Immediately (6/17/2024) ensure that all staff or regular volunteers, to include Edie M., complete and maintain a current Department-approved training for child abuse prevention. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 06/17/2024

Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

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2.312.I · Prior to working with infants, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved safe sleep training. This training must be renewed annually.

Reviewed Edie M.'s file, who is an equally qualified provider, and observed it lacking documentation of a current Department-approved safe sleep training. Correction: Immediately (6/17/2024) ensure all staff or regular volunteers, to include Edie M., complete and maintain a current Department-approved training for safe sleep. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 06/17/2024

Corrected by Jun 17, 2024

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2.312.P · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department- approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes.” This course is required once and will count towards ongoing training requirements.

Reviewed Edie M.'s file, who is an equally qualified provider and has been employed longer than 90 days, and observed it lacking documentation of a Department-approved training regarding injury prevention for homes. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring all staff, to include Edie M., have completed the Department-approved training regarding injury prevention for homes within 90 days of employment.

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