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330 Burnett Avenue, Poncha Springs CO 81242 · License #1742073 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 7 staff files and found 2 files having expired standard precautions training. Correction: Obtain documentation of current standard precautions training. Submit documentation to specialist with written. Correct by 03/24/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
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 4 children's files and found 3 files having expired emergency medical authorization. Correction: Obtain documentation of current emergency medical authorization and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 03/24/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
Category: health medication. 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.
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Reviewed 7 staff files and found 2 files having expired Introduction to First Aid and CPR module training. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain documentation of current Introduction to First Aid and CPR module training and submit documentation to specialist with written response. Correct by 04/24/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · All employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention prior to working with children, 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 7 staff files and found 2 files having expired Child Abuse Prevention training. Correction: Obtain documentation of current Child Abuse Prevention training. Submit documentation to specialist with written response. Correct by 03/24/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.1.a · Center staff must have a monthly consultation with a current Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant who must meet one (1) of the following qualifications: A Licensed Registered Nurse with knowledge and experience in maternal and child health.
Reviewed Child Care Health Consultation file and found that no monthly consultations have occurred since August. Correction: Center must have a monthly consultation with a current Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant. Obtain documentation of compliance and submit documentation to specialist with written response. Correct by 04/24/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2026
Category: health medication. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ 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.
FIre inspection on file is expired. Correction: Obtain documentation of current fire inspection and submit documentation to specialist with written response. Correct by 03/24/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.4 · Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule for routine well child exams, or as required by the child's health care provider.
Reviewed 4 children's files and found one file of a child over two years of age having an expired health statement. Correction: Obtain documentation of current health statements and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 04/24/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.A · Any unexpired routine medication, prescription or non-prescription (over the counter), must be administered only with a current written order of a health care provider with prescriptive authority and with written parental consent. Home remedies, homeopathic medication, vitamins, and supplements must not be administered to children in child care.
Reviewed prescription in child file and found written order of a health care provider to be missing. Correction: Prescriptions must be administered only with a current written order of a health care provider with prescriptive authority. Obtain signed medication administration authorization and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 03/24/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
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.
Diaper wipes in plastic packaging labeled keep out of reach of children found next to changing table on low cabinet in Bear Buddies classroom within reach of children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. ***CORRECTED AT TIME OF VISIT*** No response required. Correct by 03/24/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
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 6 staff files and observed C. Russo, J. Chambliss, and M. Townsend having an expired standard precautions training. Correction: Obtain documentation of current standard precautions training and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 04/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.8 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department- approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course annually. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion.
Child care health consultant having an expired immunization training. Correction: Obtain documentation of current child care health consultant immunization training and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 05/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 6 staff files and observed J. Hernandez to be missing first aid and CPR module. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain documentation of current first aid and CPR module and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 05/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2025
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 6 staff files and observed C. Russo, J. Chambliss, and M. Townsend having an expired child abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain documentation of current child abuse prevention training and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 04/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.9 · At least one (1) staff member with the current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times.
No staff at time of inspection with current medication delegation. Correction: At least 1 staff member with the current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times. Submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 04/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.7 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department-approved child care health consultant introductory training course within six (6) months of hire. Child care health consultants must FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ complete Department-approved ongoing professional development training every three (3) years. The center must obtain and maintain proof of training completion.
Child care health consultant to be missing the child care health consultant introductory training. Correction: Obtain documentation of child care health consultant introductory training and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 05/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 6 staff files and observed J. Chambliss to be missing out of state background clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that staff member J. Chambliss has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of out of state Clearance Letters for staff member J. Chambliss with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 3 children's files and observed 1 file to be missing a health statement. Correction: Obtain documentation of current health statement and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 05/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.4 · Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule for routine well child exams.
Reviewed 3 children's files and observed 2 files having expired health statements. Correction: Obtain documentation of current health statement and submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 05/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 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.
Hand sanitizer labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children on low shelf in entry hallway. Observed laundry detergent labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children on low shelf in unlocked laundry room. Observed bleach bottle, sanitizer bottle, and diaper wipes labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children on low shelf in multi-purpose room. Observed a bag of diapers, diaper wipes, hand lotion, sanitizer spray, antiseptic wipes, and sun screen labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children on low shelves in the Bear Buddies classroom. Observed sunscreen, dish soap, and hand sanitizer labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children on low shelves in the Moose Crew classroom. Correction: Items labeled keep out of reach of children must be inaccessible to children. *** CORRECTED AT TIME OF VISIT *** Director removed the items making them inaccessible to children. No response needed. Correct by 04/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.D · Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.
Staples accessible to children less than 3 year of age on bulletin boards and artwork on the wall in the Bear Buddies classroom. Correction: Staples must be inaccessible to children less than 3 years of age. Submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 04/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.E · Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.
Thumb tacks accessible to children less than 3 years of age on bulletin boards in entry hallway. Observed thumb tacks accessible to children less than 3 years of age on bulletin boards and holding up artwork and decorations in Bear Buddies classroom. Correction: Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than 3 years of age. Submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 04/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 stuffed animals labeled not suitable for less than 3 years of age accessible to children less than 3 years of age in the Bear Buddies classroom. Observed small pasta shells in sensory table accessible to children less than 3 years of age in the Bear Buddies classroom posing a potential choking hazard. Observed small paper clips holding art work accessible to children less than 3 years of age in the Bear Buddies classroom posing a potential choking hazard. Correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under 3 years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Submit documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 04/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 implicit bias. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Janet as Assistant Director to be missing documentation of department approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias Training. Correction: Obtain documentation of department approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias training for Assistant Director Janet and put in staff file. Correct by 6/19/2024. Correct by 06/19/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.J · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Carmel as Director to be missing documentation of department approved Working with and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training. Correction: Obtain documentation of department approved Working with an Early CHildhood Mental Health Consultant training for Director Carmel and put in staff file. Correct by 6/19/2024. Correct by 06/19/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.K · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Carmel as Director to be missing documentation of department approved Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. Correction: Obtain documentation of department approved Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation for Director Carmel and put in staff file. Correct by 6/19/2024. Correct by 06/19/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.F · Staff designated by the director to give medications must complete the Department-approved medication administration training and have current annual delegation or more often as determined by the Department-approved child care health consultant. Delegation must be from the center’s current Department-approved child care health consultant who must observe and document the competency of each staff member involved in medication administration. All staff administering medication must have current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid training prior to administering medication with the following exceptions:
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Janet, Jayme, Melisa, and Rayna designated to administer medications by the director to be missing documentation of annual delegation. Correction: Obtain documentation of delegation from center's current department-approved child care health consultant for
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
Observed Moose Crew classroom to have Equate Hand Sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" right of handwashing sink accessible to children. Observed fire extinguisher labeled "keep out of reach of children" located right of handwashing sink accessible to children. Correction: Ensure items labeled "keep out of reach of children" is inaccessible to children. Correct immediately. ***CORRECTED AT TIME OF VISIT*** Director placed Equate hand sanitizer in locked cabinet located in bathroom inaccessible to children. Director placed fire extinguisher on top of cabinet above hand washing sink inaccessible to children. Correct by 05/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2024
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.
Observed Bear Buddies to have two stuffed bears with eye beads in cube cozy chair labeled "24 months and up" posing choke hazard. Observed Bear Buddies to have stuffed ram and stuffed buffalo with eye beads in dramatic play area labeled "ages 3 and up" posing choke hazard. Correction: Ensure all toys and toy parts accessible to children under 3 years of age do not pose choke hazard to able to be inhaled. Correct immediately. Correct by 05/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2024
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.
Observed entrance to playground to have Rustoleum Primer Can on right shelf labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. Observed two multi-purpose solution labeled "keep out of reach of children" under unlocked sink in Moose Crew classroom accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" are inaccessible to children. Correct immediately. ***CORRECTED AT TIME OF VISIT*** Director moved Rustoleum Primer Can on top shelf in playground entrance inaccessible to children. Director locked cabinet under sink in Moose Crew classroom. Correct by 03/26/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed Bear Buddies classroom to have stuffed teddy bear labeled "not suitable for children under 3 years of age". Correction: Ensure all toys and toy parts accessible to children under 3 years of age are not a choke hazard or able to be
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
2.237.K · Kitchens, including all hazardous items, must be inaccessible to children at all times.
Observed Moose Crew classroom to have large push pins in unlocked cabinet left of dishwasher. Correction: Ensure all hazardous items are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately. ***CORRECTED AT TIME OF VISIT*** Director locked cabinet inaccessible to children. Correct by 03/26/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed Bear Buddies classroom to have small-sized pom poms on tree art posted above white board causing potential choking hazard. Correction: Ensure any materials accessible to children under than three years of age are not a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Correct immediately. ***CORRECTED AT TIME OF VISIT*** Director removed tree art from classroom and put in front desk. Correct by 01/09/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2024
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.
Observed Moose Crew classroom to have an uncovered outlet under white board. Correction: Ensure all electrical outlets that are accessible to children have protective covers or installed safety outlets. Correct immediately. ***CORRECTED AT TIME OF VISIT*** Lead teacher Janet covered outlet with protective cover. Correct by 01/09/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.36.B · Staff and children's records must be available, upon request, to authorized personnel of the Department.
Identified through director's statement, staff and child files were not available for review due to being kept at a seperate location by the board. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action to keep staff and child files available upon request. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/28/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ for the proper care and well-being of children.
Identified through staff statements, SM left entire classroom without supervision and allowed three children to go to bathroom together creating an unsafe environment during multiple occassions. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action for proper care and well-being of children. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.62.A.1 · All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise
Identified through staff statements, SM left classroom unattended on 1/16/23 creating an unsafe environment. SM allowed three children to go to the bathroom located in hallway unsupervised creating an unsafe environment. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action for direct supervision at all times. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/16/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility failed to report an incident within the time frame as required by statute and licensing regulations. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.53.B · . Pursuant to Section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the state hotline, county department of human or social services or local law enforcement agency.
Identified through staff statement, staff members did not report an incident on 1/16/23, 1/17/23, and 1/20/23 within required timeframe that created an unsafe environment for children as required by statute. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action for a protocol for mandatory reporting. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
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.
Observed SM1, SM2, and SM3 failed to follow mandatory reporting responsibility according to signed FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ statement. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action that requires each staff member to understand and sign personal responsibility to report child abuse and neglect. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/28/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility failed to follow enrollment policies and procedures. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.31.B.8.d · The center’s procedure on positive guidance, behavior expectations, positive instruction, supporting positive behaviors, as well as strategies and techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors, including how the center will: Provide individualized social and emotional intervention supports for children who need them, including methods for understanding child behavior; and developing, adopting, and implementing a team-based positive behavior support plan with the intent to reduce challenging behavior and prevent suspensions and expulsions.
Identified through staff statements, facility was made aware of behavioral concerns with CH1. Facility failed to provide support and plans for staff and CH1 creating an unsafe environment. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action for the center's procedure on guidance, behavior expectations and strategy techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/16/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility did not provide incident reports to families when incident(s) occurred. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.34.B.1 · The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A written record of any serious accident, illness, or injury occurring during care must be retained in each child's record, with a copy provided to the parent(s)/guardian(s). FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________
Facility failed to provide written copy of incident to all families of the enrolled children. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action that includes written communication of a serious accident occuring during care to families. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/28/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility did not report incident to The Office of Early Childhood, Division of Early Care and Learning. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.52.B.1.d · . Within twenty four (24) hours, excluding weekends and holidays, of the occurrence of a critical incident at the facility or within twenty four (24) hours of a child's return to the facility the licensee must report in writing to The Office of Early Childhood, Division of Early Care And Learning the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: Any allegation of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or neglect to a child that results in a mandatory report to law enforcement, or a county department of human or social services agency, or the child abuse reporting hotline as described in Section 19-3-304, C.R.S.
Facility failed to report to licensing a reportable incident. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action for compliance for reporting to licensing. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/16/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility did not provide training for supporting children with challenging behaviors. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.5.C.1 · The admission of children who have special health care needs, disabilities, or developmental delays which includes children with social emotional and behavioral needs must be in alignment with the training and ability of staff and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Services offered must show that a reasonable effort is made to accommodate the child's needs and to integrate the child with other children (See Section 7.701.14 of the General Rules for Child Care Facilities).
Identified through documentation facility failed to provide proper support and training to staff on how to navigate behavioral concerns. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action for the admission of children who have behavioral needs that is in alignment
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
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
Identified through Director interview, one SM was left a lone with 24 children creating an unsafe environment. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action for compliance with staff to child ratio at all times. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.A.15 · Maximum Group Size for Children by AGES OF CHILDREN and MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE: 6 weeks to 18 months: 10 infants 12 months to 36 months: 10 toddlers 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ 3 years to 4 years: 20 children 4 years to 5 years: 24 children 5 years and older: 30 Children Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 Children
Identified through documents, classroom had a group size of 24 including children from two to five years of age creating an unsafe environment. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action for complying with the required maximum group size based on ages of children. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/29/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility failed to follow confidentiality policy regarding information about incident. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.65.A.3 · . Each licensed child care facility shall maintain records as required by the State Department pertaining to the admission, progress, health, and discharge of children in care at the facility. 3) All information regarding children and their families shall be kept confidential.
Identified through documentation confidential information regarding incident was shared with families. Correction: Facility will submit a plan of action to maintain confidentiality of information regarding children and their families. Correct immediately. Correct by 11/28/2023 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 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 4 staff files and Carmel to be missing documentation of a signed statement about all policies and procedures of the center. Correction: Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be instructed about all policies and procedures. Obtain documentation and put in staff file. Correct immediately. Correct by 10/10/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2023
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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ 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 4 staff files and observed all staff members to be missing documentation of a signed statement defining child abuse and neglect. Correction: A child care facility must require each staff member to the facility to read and sign a statement clearly defining child abuse and neglect persuant to state law. Ensure staff members Carmel, Jayme, Janet, and Melissa sign statement and put in staff files. Correct immediately. Correct by 09/29/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.A.9 · At least one (1) staff member with the current Department-approved Medication Administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times.
Reviewed 4 staff files and all to be missing documentation of department-approved Medication Administration Training. Correction: Obtain documentation of training and update staff files. Correct immediately. Correct by 09/29/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.A · All staff must complete a pre-service Building and Physical Premises Safety training prior to working with children. The training must include identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, vehicular traffic handling and storage of hazardous materials and the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ appropriate disposal of biological contaminants.
Reviewed 4 staff files. All to be missing documentation of a pre-service Building and Physical Premises Safety training. Correction: Ensure all staff complete a pre-service Building and Physical Premises Training prior to working with children. Obtain documentation and put in staff file. Correct immediately. Correct by 10/10/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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 4 staff files. Janet to be missing a department approved Standard Precautions Training. Correction: All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training prior to working with children. Obtain documentation of training and put in staff file. Correct immediately. Correct by 10/10/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
Observed 4 staff files. All staff to be missing documentation of CBI and FBI clearance. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Carmel, Janet, Jayme, and Melissa have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (CBI, FBI) for staff members Carmel, Janet, Jayme, and Melissa with written response to specialist. Correct immediately. Correct by 09/29/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.B.6 · Staff designated by the Director to give medications must complete the Department-approved Medication Administration training and have current annual delegation or more often as determined by the Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant. Delegation must be from the center’s current Department-approved FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ Child Care Health Consultant who must observe and document the competency of each staff member involved in medication administration. All staff administering medication must have current CPR and First Aid training prior to administering medication with the following exceptions:
Reviewed 4 staff files and all to be missing documentation of medication delegation from the center's current Child Care Health Consultant. Correction: Obtain documentation of medication delegation and update staff file. Correct by 09/29/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
Observed Bear Buddies to have soap by hand washing sink in bathroom labeled "keep out of reach of children" Correction: Ensure items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. ***CORRECTED AT TIME OF VISIT*** Director placed soap in locked storage closet in lobby. Correct by 09/29/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.91.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
Observed Moose Crew to have two uncovered outlets under the blackboard closest to playground exit. Correction: Ensure all electric outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets to be installed. ***CORRECTED AT TIME OF VISIT*** Director covered two outlets with protective covers. Correct by 09/29/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.36.B · Staff and children's records must be available, upon request, to authorized personnel of the Department.
Reviewed Child Care Health Consultant file and observed file to be missing: a) consultation notes b) introductory c) annual immunization training d) abuse prevention training e) physician license. Correction: Obtain documentation and update Child Care Health Consultant File. Correct by 10/29/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 4 staff files. Janet to be missing documentation of Out of State Background Check request. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: C_h_af_fee_ C_o_un_ty_ C_hi_ld_ca_re_ In_iti_at_ive_ D_B_A _Ar_k _Va_lle_y_ P_rLeic_sec_nhso_eo l_Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_42_07_3______ ________________________________________________ Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Janet has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (Out of State Background Check) for staff member Janet with written response to specialist. Correct immediately. Correct by 10/10/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.