• N/A

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  Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2025

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(d)6)(C), (e)(1-6), 7a(e)(17), 10(g)(8)] · The operator shall post the following items in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public: the license, the OEC complaint procedure, menus, No Smoking signs, the plan for administrative oversight, the radon test, the OEC Inspection report (posted or available), the safe sleep policy and the OEC Developmental Milestones document.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F)] · An education consultant shall be available to the operator and program staff for advice and support regarding the educational content and practice of the program. A person needs to apply for approval to be an education consultant. Program staff shall not serve as education consultants for programs in which they provide direct care or direct program supervision in a non-consultative role; or in a program with the same operator as a program in which they provide direct care or direct program supervision in a non-consultative role. Specific duties of the education consultant shall include, but not be limited to making, at a minimum, annual site visits to the facility, reviewing daily plans, curriculum documents, and educational policies for the developmental and age appropriate practices, observing program staff interactions, use of materials and equipment, implementation of plans and approaches to classroom management; and providing feedback on documentation review and classroom observations to the director and head teacher. A health consultant shall be available to the operator and program staff for advice regarding the health of the children and the health program. Specific duties of the health consultant shall include, but not be limited to making, at a minimum, quarterly site visits to facilities that serve children three years of age and older; or for group child care homes, facilities that operate no more than three hours per day, or facilities that enroll only school age children, semi-annual site visits. Facilities that are closed during the summer months may omit the summer quarterly visit. Site visits shall be made by the health consultant during customary business hours when the children are present at the facility. Specific duties include, but are not limited to reviewing health and immunization records of children and program staff, reviewing the contents, storage and plan for maintenance of first aid kits, observing the indoor and outdoor environments for health and safety, observing children’s general health and development, observing diaper changing and toileting areas and diaper changing, toileting and hand washing procedures, reviewing the policies, procedures and required documentation for the administration of medications, including petitions for special medication authorizations needed for programs that administer medication, assisting in the review of individual care plans for children with special health care needs or children with disabilities, as needed; and quarterly review of all injury, illness, incident and accident reports. A social service consultant shall be available to the operator and program staff for advice regarding the emotional needs, program staff support and the social service program. A registered dietitian consultant shall be available to the operator and program staff for advice regarding nutrition and food service for those programs that prepare or plan meals. A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. Consultative service shall include, but not be limited to an annual review of written policies, plans and procedures that relate to the services provided by the consultant, availability by telecommunication for advice regarding problems, availability, in person, of the consultant to the program, consulting with administration and program staff about specific problems, acting as a resource person to program staff and the parent(s) to include coordinating services and assisting families and program staff in identifying necessary resources, and seeking and supporting the collaboration of multiple consultants serving the program. The activities and observations required by each consultant shall be documented in a consultation log that is kept on file at the facility for two years.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

  Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A)-(C)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. The record shall include enrollment information signed and dated by the parent(s) that shall include, but not be limited to: the child’s name, address, date of birth and date enrolled, the residence, business address(es) and telephone number(s) of the parent(s) and the name and telephone number of the child’s physician or other primary health care provider.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(i-iv)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include specific written permission forms signed by the parent(s) authorizing the operator to use the programs emergency policies which shall accompany the child on trips away from the premises, authorizing one responsible person other than the parent(s) who can remove the child from the child care center or group child care home, authorizing any activity away from the premises, and authorizing transportation services.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)] · An individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities when it is necessary that special care be taken or provided while a child is in attendance shall be developed and implemented with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary. The plan shall include appropriate care of the child to prevent and respond to a medical or other emergency and shall be signed by the parent and program staff responsible for the care of the child.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

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

• Low

  [19a-79-7a(c)(2)] · For programs serving children younger than school age, the building, equipment and furnishings shall be maintained in a good state of repair. A maintenance program shall be established that ensures that the interior, exterior and grounds of the building are maintained, kept clean and orderly, free from accumulations of refuse, dampness, stagnant water, dilapidated structures and other health and safety hazards.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

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

• Low

  [19a-79-7a(e)(1-2)] · Every area used by children shall be adequately ventilated and programs serving children younger than school age shall have a non-mercury thermometer affixed to the wall. The ambient air temperature shall be at least sixty-five degrees Fahrenheit as measured three feet from the floor. Programs that serve exclusively school age children may utilize program space with the ambient air temperature less than sixty-five degrees Fahrenheit provided the temperature is warm enough to accommodate the activities with comfort. When the temperature exceeds eighty degrees Fahrenheit, the operator shall provide more fluids and increase ventilation.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-7a(e)(10)] · Potentially hazardous substances and materials in the child care centers and group child care homes shall be stored in a labeled container identifying the exact contents and dilutions, used according to the manufacturer’s instructions and for the intended purpose, handled in a safe manner and inaccessible to children.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(a)(2-3)] · The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication shall be kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication. The parent(s) shall be immediately notified of any medication error, and notified of such error in writing not more than seventy two hours after the medication error occurred, and such medication error shall be documented in the child’s record. The medication shall be stored in the original container and shall contain the following information on the container or packaging indicating the individual child’s name; the name of the medication; and directions for the medication’s administration. The medication shall be stored away from food and inaccessible to children. Any unused portion of the medication shall be returned to the parent(s). Any expired medication shall be destroyed in a safe manner or returned to the parent.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

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

• Low

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  Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(c)(2)] · There shall be at least one program staff qualified under section 19a79-4a(e) of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies for every four children or fraction thereof who are under the age of two years in attendance and for every five children or fraction thereof who are two years old in attendance, indoors and outdoors.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(j)-(k)(1-5)] · Infants shall be removed from their cribs and held for all bottle feedings. They may be placed in chairs for all other feedings. Infants and toddlers shall be removed from their cribs or playpens at other intervals during the day for individual cuddlings and for verbal communication. They shall be allowed to crawl and toddle as age and development permit. Each infant shall be placed in a prone (front) position part of the time when awake. When food and liquids are served a written statement specifying the formula, breast milk or other liquids and the feeding schedule for infants shall be obtained from the parent(s), updated as necessary and followed by program staff. Unused portions of formula, breast milk or other liquids shall be discarded after each feeding. Clean bottles shall be provided by the parent(s) unless the facility uses disposable bottles or has a dishwasher or dishwashing system approved by the local director of health to wash bottles. Baby food shall be served from a dish unless the whole contents of the jar will be served. Each child's bottle shall be individually identified with the child's name.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025

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

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7)] · The operator shall implement and annually review specific written policies, plans and procedures that include, but not necessarily be limited to discipline, when a child is not picked up as planned, multi-hazard and medical emergencies, supervision of children, general operating policies, administrative oversight and personnel policies. The operator shall notify the parent(s), staff and the Office of Early Childhood within five (5) days of changes in these policies, plans and procedures.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025

  Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(d)(4)(A-B) and (d)(6)] · Proper staff child ratios shall be maintained at all times, indoors and outdoors. There shall be at least one program staff for every ten children, or fraction thereof in attendance. When there is a mixed age group, the lower required ratio for the age of the youngest child shall prevail. During nap time, when all of the children in the group are sleeping, the overall staff child ratios shall be maintained on the licensed premises. At no time shall a group of children be left unsupervised.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(d)(4)(D)] · Children shall be supervised at all times while at the facility, indoors or outdoors, or on field trips. At no time shall a child be left unsupervised.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025

  Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  Violation

  Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(d)(4)(D)] · Children shall be supervised at all times while at the facility, indoors or outdoors, or on field trips. At no time shall a child be left unsupervised.

  Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

  Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)] · A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group child care home which shall include an acceptable medical statement and a written report of a negative tuberculin test.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024

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

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)] · A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. These services shall include an early childhood educational consultant, a health consultant, a dentist or dental hygienist consultant, a social service consultant, and a registered dietitian consultant for those programs that serve meals. Consultative services shall include annual review of written policies, plans and procedures, annual review of education programs, availability by telecommunication for advice regarding problems, availability, in person of the consultant to the program, consulting with administration and staff about specific problems, and acting as a resource person to staff and the parents.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G)] · A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. Consultative services shall include documenting the activities and observations in a consultation log that is kept on file at the facility for two years.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include a health record that shall include date of birth, a physical examination form, an immunization record, and information regarding disabilities or special health care needs.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include an individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities, developed with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024

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

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(b)(1) &/or 19a-79-9a(b)(2)] · Prior to the administration of any medication, the director(s), head teacher(s), program staff or group child care home provider(s) who are responsible for administering the medications shall first be trained by a physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse in the methods of administration of medications and shall receive written approval from the trainer which indicates that the trainee has successfully completed a training program. A director(s), head teacher(s), program staff or group child care home provider(s) trained and approved to administer medication shall be present whenever a child who has orders to receive medication is present at the facility. The training in the administration of medications shall be documented. A copy of the approval shall be on file at the facility where the director, head teacher, program staff or group child care home provider is employed and shall be available to Office of Early Childhood staff upon request.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4)] · Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber and the written permission of the child's parent(s) which shall be on file at the facility. Individual written medication administration records for each child shall be written in ink, reviewed prior to administering each dose of medication and kept on file at the facility for at least two (2) years after the child is no longer attending the program.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024

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

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(b)(5)] · Medication shall be stored in the original child-resistant safety container and appropriately labeled. Medication shall be stored in a locked area or a locked container in a refrigerator in keeping with the label directions away from food and inaccessible to children. Controlled drugs shall be stored in accordance with state law. Equipment and medications prescribed to treat asthma, administer glucagons, or as an emergent first line of defense medication against an allergic response shall be stored in a safe manner, inaccessible to other children, to allow for quick access in an emergency.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024

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

• Low

  [19a-79-7a(e)(10)] · Potentially hazardous substances in the child care centers and group child care homes shall be stored in a separate locked area.

  Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2024

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-3a] · The operator of the child care center or group child care home shall be responsible for compliance with the requirements of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies and applicable endorsements in such a manner as to ensure the safety, health and development of the children while in the operator's care.

  Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2024

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• N/A

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  Corrected Corrected by Jan 18, 2024

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6)] · There shall be proper refrigeration of no more than forty-five (45) degrees Fahrenheit for perishable foods in all child care centers and group child care homes and on field trips. The kitchen in child care centers or group child care homes that is used for the preparation and serving of food to children shall be clean, well lighted and ventilated, protected by window screening and provided with hot and cold running water, adequate and safe storage for food and supplies and refrigeration.

  Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2023

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  19a-79-4a(c)(4)(D) · The operator shall be responsible for assuring the supervision of the children at all times while the children are at the facility, indoors or outdoors, or on field trips. At no time shall a child be left unsupervised.

  Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2023

  Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  - · -

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2023

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. The record shall include enrollment information and permission forms signed and dated by the parent(s).

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2023

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(i)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include specific written permission forms signed by the parent(s) authorizing the operator to use the programs emergency policies which shall accompany the child on trips away from the premises.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2023

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(ii)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include specific written permission forms signed by the parent(s) authorizing one responsible person other than the parent(s) who can remove the child from the child care center or group child care home.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2023

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

• Low

  19a-79-4a(c)(4)(D) · The operator shall be responsible for assuring the supervision of the children at all times while the children are at the facility, indoors or outdoors, or on field trips. At no time shall a child be left unsupervised.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2023

  Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3)] · The diapering area shall be an elevated sturdy table or counter equipped with a safety rail. Infants and toddlers shall be diapered at a diapering area used only for this purpose and located in the program area. Each diapering area shall have a non-porous surface and be kept in good repair.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-2a(c)(7)] · At least every two (2) years, the local health director shall make unannounced visits, inspections or investigations of the licensed child care center or group child care home.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

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

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B)] · The operator shall document that the techniques used to manage child behaviors in the facility have been discussed with the child's parent(s) prior to enrollment and reviewed as needed during the period of the child's enrollment.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(c)] · The operator shall notify the Office of Early Childhood, the parent(s) and staff of any changes in programs or services. Notification of personnel changes shall be made within five (5) business days after the change. If the change is for a head teacher, a plan for interim head teacher coverage shall be submitted to the Office of Early Childhood. A qualified head teacher or a plan approved by the commissioner shall be in place within thirty (30) days of change of a qualified head teacher. Notification of changes related to the licensed capacity, fees, services or voluntary closing shall be made at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of the proposed change. A change of location, change of operator or a change of ownership requires a new initial application.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A)-(C)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. The record shall include enrollment information and permission forms signed and dated by the parent(s).

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(ii)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include specific written permission forms signed by the parent(s) authorizing one responsible person other than the parent(s) who can remove the child from the child care center or group child care home.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include an individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities, developed with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

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

• Low

  [19a-79-7a(d)(7) &/or 19a-79-7a(f)(3)] · Exit doorways, stairs or hallways shall not be blocked by furniture, toys or play equipment. Cots, cribs and playpens shall be placed so that walkways are clear for emergencies and evacuation.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

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

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(a)(2)] · The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and a medication administration record shall be written in ink and kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(b)(5)] · Medication shall be stored in the original child-resistant safety container and appropriately labeled. Medication shall be stored in a locked area or a locked container in a refrigerator in keeping with the label directions away from food and inaccessible to children. Controlled drugs shall be stored in accordance with state law. Equipment and medications prescribed to treat asthma, administer glucagons, or as an emergent first line of defense medication against an allergic response shall be stored in a safe manner, inaccessible to other children, to allow for quick access in an emergency.

  Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2023

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

• Low

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  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)] · For children under three years of age, there shall be at least one (1) program staff for every four (4) children or fraction thereof in attendance. During nap time, when all of the children in the group are sleeping, the overall staff child ratios shall be maintained on the licensed premises. At no time shall a group of children be left unsupervised.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(h)(2)] · Plastic bags, balloons and Styrofoam objects shall not be accessible to children under three (3) years of age.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G)] · A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. Consultative services shall include documenting the activities and observations in a consultation log that is kept on file at the facility for two years.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(h)(2)] · Toys and other objects with a diameter of less than one and one-quarter (1 1/4) inches, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than one and one-quarter (1 1/4) inches shall not be accessible to children under three (3) years of age.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)] · For children under three years of age, there shall be at least one (1) program staff for every four (4) children or fraction thereof in attendance. During nap time, when all of the children in the group are sleeping, the overall staff child ratios shall be maintained on the licensed premises. At no time shall a group of children be left unsupervised.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(c)(3)] · For children under three years of age, the group size shall not exceed eight (8) children.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(d)(1)] · In child care centers that serve children under three years of age, there shall be a sink with hot and cold running water designated for diaper changing and hand washing of staff and children in the program space. Visual contact with all other children shall be maintained while changing diapers or using the sink. Child care centers which staff three (3) adults to a group size of eight (8) infants or toddlers may use an accessible diaper changing facility if it is immediately adjoining the program area. Separate sinks shall be available for purposes other than hand washing after diaper changing within child care centers. Group child care homes shall have a sink accessible for hand washing other than the sink used for food preparation.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(e)(4)] · Diapering areas shall be washed and disinfected after each use.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(i)] · A health consultant shall visit the program on the days and times children under the age of three (3) are present. The health consultant shall prepare and maintain signed documentation of visits which shall be kept on the licensed premises. The health consultant shall visit the program according to the following schedule: (A) once a week for children up to twenty-four (24) months of age, (B) once a week for children two (2) to three (3) years of age attending a full day, and (C) once a month for children two (2) to three (3) years of age attending part day programs.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3)] · The operator shall be responsible for the overall management and operation of the child care center or group child care home in accordance with applicable state and local laws and regulations and shall assure annual training for all current staff on the child care center or group child care home policies, plans and procedures. A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group child care home which shall include documentation of professional development for each program staff person who cares for the children, including documentation of annual training for current staff on the child care center or group child care home policies, plans and procedures.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B)] · The operator shall document that the techniques used to manage child behaviors in the facility have been discussed with the child's parent(s) prior to enrollment and reviewed as needed during the period of the child's enrollment.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A)] · The operator shall implement and annually review specific written policies, plans and procedures that include, but not necessarily be limited to discipline, when a child is not picked up as planned, emergencies, supervision of children, general operating policies, and personnel policies. The operator shall notify the parent(s), staff and the Office of Early Childhood within five (5) days of changes in these policies, plans and procedures. Where toilets and sinks are shared by children and adults, a written policy shall be developed and implemented that requires supervision of children when using the shared toilet room.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)] · A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group child care home which shall include an acceptable medical statement and a written report of a negative tuberculin test.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)] · A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. These services shall include an early childhood educational consultant, a health consultant, a dentist or dental hygienist consultant, a social service consultant, and a registered dietitian consultant for those programs that serve meals. Consultative services shall include annual review of written policies, plans and procedures, annual review of education programs, availability by telecommunication for advice regarding problems, availability, in person of the consultant to the program, consulting with administration and staff about specific problems, and acting as a resource person to staff and the parents.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A)-(C)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. The record shall include enrollment information and permission forms signed and dated by the parent(s).

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include an individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities, developed with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a] · The building, equipment and services shall be maintained in a good state of repair. A maintenance program shall be established that ensures that the interior, exterior and grounds of the building are maintained, kept clean and orderly, free from accumulations of refuse, dampness, stagnant water, dilapidated structures and other health and safety hazards.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [19a-79-7a(d)(11)] · Requirements regarding toilet and washing facilities shall be satisfied. Programs shall provide changing and sanitary facilities appropriate to meet the individual needs of children. Programs serving under age 6 shall have at least 1 toilet and sink with hot and cold running water for every 16 children. Programs serving only school age children shall have at least 1 toilet and sink with running water for every 25 children. Toilet tissue, soap, single use disposable towels and a waste receptacle shall be accessible.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-7a(e)(10)] · Potentially hazardous substances in the child care centers and group child care homes shall be stored in a separate locked area.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-7a(e)(3)] · The water heating equipment shall deliver water at the tap, the temperature of which shall be within a range of sixty (60) degrees Fahrenheit to one hundred fifteen (115) degrees Fahrenheit. It shall have the capacity to deliver the required amounts at all times in conformance with the State of Connecticut Basic Building Code.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [19a-79-7a] · The building, equipment and services (outdoors) shall be maintained in a good state of repair, free of chipping/peeling paint and lead paint hazards.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [19a-79-8a(a) thru (b)] · The written plan for the daily program shall include indoor and outdoor physical activities, problem-solving experiences, creative experiences, language learning experiences, experiences that promote self-reliance and build self-esteem and health education experiences. The program shall include child and teacher-initiated activities, exploration and discovery, varied choices, individual and group activities, active and quiet play, rest, sleep or quiet activity, nutritious snacks and meals and toileting and clean up.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(a)(2)] · The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and a medication administration record shall be written in ink and kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(a)(3)] · Nonprescription Topical Medications shall be stored in the original container and shall be appropriately labeled and shall be stored away from food and inaccessible to children. Any unused portion of the medication shall be returned to the parent(s).

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4)] · Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber and the written permission of the child's parent(s) which shall be on file at the facility. Individual written medication administration records for each child shall be written in ink, reviewed prior to administering each dose of medication and kept on file at the facility for at least two (2) years after the child is no longer attending the program.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(b)(5)] · Medication shall be stored in the original child-resistant safety container and appropriately labeled. Medication shall be stored in a locked area or a locked container in a refrigerator in keeping with the label directions away from food and inaccessible to children. Controlled drugs shall be stored in accordance with state law. Equipment and medications prescribed to treat asthma, administer glucagons, or as an emergent first line of defense medication against an allergic response shall be stored in a safe manner, inaccessible to other children, to allow for quick access in an emergency.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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

• Low

  [CGS 10-514(b)] · The operator shall post a copy of the developmental milestones document developed by the Office of Early Childhood in a conspicuous place at the program.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A)] · The operator and staff shall manage child behavior using techniques based on developmentally appropriate practice, including positive guidance, redirection and setting clear limits that encourage children to develop self-control, self-discipline and positive self-esteem.

  Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  Violation

  Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2022

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(c)] · For children under three years of age, there shall be at least one (1) program staff for every four (4) children or fraction thereof in attendance, the group size shall not exceed eight (8) children and there shall be a physical barrier separating each group of eight (8) children, indoors and outdoors.

  Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-10(c)] · For children under three years of age, there shall be at least one (1) program staff for every four (4) children or fraction thereof in attendance, the group size shall not exceed eight (8) children and there shall be a physical barrier separating each group of eight (8) children, indoors and outdoors.

  Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(c)] · There shall be at least one (1) program staff person for every ten (10) children, or fraction thereof in attendance. When there is a mixed age group, the lower required ratio for the age of the youngest child shall prevail. During nap time, when all of the children in the group are sleeping, the overall staff child ratios shall be maintained on the licensed premises.

  Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2022

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(e)(6)] · The operator shall post emergency plans in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

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

• Low

  [19a-79-10(d)(1)] · In child care centers that serve children under three years of age, there shall be a sink with hot and cold running water designated for diaper changing and hand washing of staff and children in the program space. Visual contact with all other children shall be maintained while changing diapers or using the sink. Child care centers which staff three (3) adults to a group size of eight (8) infants or toddlers may use an accessible diaper changing facility if it is immediately adjoining the program area. Separate sinks shall be available for purposes other than hand washing after diaper changing within child care centers. Group child care homes shall have a sink accessible for hand washing other than the sink used for food preparation.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B)] · The operator shall document that the techniques used to manage child behaviors in the facility have been discussed with the child's parent(s) prior to enrollment and reviewed as needed during the period of the child's enrollment.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A)] · The operator shall implement and annually review specific written policies, plans and procedures that include, but not necessarily be limited to discipline, when a child is not picked up as planned, emergencies, supervision of children, general operating policies, and personnel policies. The operator shall notify the parent(s), staff and the Office of Early Childhood within five (5) days of changes in these policies, plans and procedures. Where toilets and sinks are shared by children and adults, a written policy shall be developed and implemented that requires supervision of children when using the shared toilet room.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

  Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(e)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(f)] · At all times the child care center is in operation there shall be present at least one (1) staff member who has current certification in CPR appropriate for all of the children served at the child care center. The child care center shall keep on file written verification of compliance with this requirement for each staff member who the child care center or group child care home designates to meet the CPR requirement.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

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

• Low

  [19a-79-4a(e)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(f)] · At all times the child care center or group child care home is in operation, there shall be present at least one (1) staff member who has successfully completed within the past three years an Office of Early Childhood approved first aid course. The child care center or group child care home shall keep on file written verification of compliance with this requirement for each staff member who the child care center or group child care home designates to meet the first aid requirement.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include a health record that shall include date of birth, a physical examination form, an immunization record, and information regarding disabilities or special health care needs.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

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

• Low

  [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)] · The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include an individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities, developed with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

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

• Low

  [19a-79-7a(d)(11)] · Requirements regarding toilet and washing facilities shall be satisfied. Programs shall provide changing and sanitary facilities appropriate to meet the individual needs of children. Programs serving under age 6 shall have at least 1 toilet and sink with hot and cold running water for every 16 children. Programs serving only school age children shall have at least 1 toilet and sink with running water for every 25 children. Toilet tissue, soap, single use disposable towels and a waste receptacle shall be accessible.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

  Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(a)(2)] · The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and a medication administration record shall be written in ink and kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication.

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Low

  [19a-79-9a(a)(3)] · Nonprescription Topical Medications shall be stored in the original container and shall be appropriately labeled and shall be stored away from food and inaccessible to children. Any unused portion of the medication shall be returned to the parent(s).

  Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021

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

Inspection & Findings

Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 08/28/2023

Inspection & Findings

Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 08/28/2023

Inspection & Findings

Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 06/08/2022

Follow-Up Visit for 11/17/2021

Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 01/13/2022

Follow-Up Visit for 11/17/2021

Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 01/13/2022

Inspection & Findings

Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 01/13/2022