591-1-1-.26(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(4) requires that playgrounds be protected from traffic or other hazards by a (4) four foot high fence or other barrier approved by this Department. Fencing material shall not present a hazard to children and shall be maintained so as to prevent children from leaving the playground area by any means other than through an approved access route. Fence gates shall be kept closed except when persons are entering or exiting the area.

During a Licensing Study conducted on April 9, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation and measurements the fence on the left side and back of the fence measured 3 feet 10 inches. It was further observed that the white fence was broken in several places on the left and back posing a hazard to the children and the gate was unlocked on the left side of the fence accessible to children.

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591-1-1-.26(6) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(6) requires that playground equipment provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. For example, toddlers shall not be permitted to swing in swings designed for School-age Children. The outdoor equipment shall be free of lead-based paint, sharp corners and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and splinters that could pose significant safety hazard to the children. All equipment shall be arranged so as not to obstruct supervision of children.

During a Licensing Study conducted on April 9, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the red hummer truck structures and the bicycle merry go round had rust on them. It was further observed that the red picnic table was chipped.

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591-1-1-.26(6) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(6) requires that playground equipment provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. For example, toddlers shall not be permitted to swing in swings designed for School-age Children. The outdoor equipment shall be free of lead-based paint, sharp corners and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and splinters that could pose significant safety hazard to the children. All equipment shall be arranged so as not to obstruct supervision of children.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on May 14, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the red hummer truck structures and the bicycle merry go round had rust on them. It was further observed that the red picnic table was chipped.

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591-1-1-.26(8) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(8) requires climbing and swinging equipment to have a resilient surface beneath the equipment and the fall zone from such equipment must be adequately maintained by the Center to assure continuing resiliency.

During a Licensing Study conducted on April 9, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation and measurement of the resilient surfacing under the metal play structures on the playground was observed to be less than two inches thick.

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591-1-1-.26(8) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(8) requires climbing and swinging equipment to have a resilient surface beneath the equipment and the fall zone from such equipment must be adequately maintained by the Center to assure continuing resiliency.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on May 14, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation and measurement of the resilient surfacing under the metal play structures on the playground was observed to be less than two inches thick.

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591-1-1-.36(3)(a-b) · Rule 591-1-1-.36(3)(a-b) requires any Center that provides any type of transportation to obtain two (2) hours of state-approved or state-accepted transportation training, biannually, for the Director and for each person responsible for or who participates in the transportation of children. The training shall include, but is not limited to, a review of the transportation rules, a review of approved transportation forms and procedures, and instruction on the usage and completion of the forms and procedures. This training may be counted as part of the annual training requirements for Staff.

During a Licensing Study conducted on April 9, 2025 ; It was determined based on review of staff records that Staff # 7 with a hire date of August 01, 2024, who is the driver, did not have two hours of transportation training.

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591-1-1-.36(3)(a-b) · Rule 591-1-1-.36(3)(a-b) requires any Center that provides any type of transportation to obtain two (2) hours of state-approved or state-accepted transportation training, biannually, for the Director and for each person responsible for or who participates in the transportation of children. The training shall include, but is not limited to, a review of the transportation rules, a review of approved transportation forms and procedures, and instruction on the usage and completion of the forms and procedures. This training may be counted as part of the annual training requirements for Staff.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on May 14, 2025 ; It was determined based on review of staff records that Staff # 12 with a hire date of July 19, 2016, who is the driver, did not have two hours of transportation training.

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591-1-1-.33(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(3) requires each Staff member with direct care responsibilities to complete health and safety orientation training within the first 90 days of employment. The state-approved training hours obtained will count toward required first year training hours. The training must address the following health and safety topics: prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunizations); prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleeping practices; administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent; prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment; emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a human-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility); handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio contaminants; precautions in transporting children; recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect; and child development.

During a Licensing Study conducted on April 9, 2025 ; It was determined based on review of staff records that Staff # 1 with a hire date of September 21,2023, Staff # 8 with a hire date of May 24, 2022, and Staff #13 with a hire date of May 16, 2024, did not complete the health and safety orientation training..

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591-1-1-.33(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(3) requires each Staff member with direct care responsibilities to complete health and safety orientation training within the first 90 days of employment. The state-approved training hours obtained will count toward required first year training hours. The training must address the following health and safety topics: prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunizations); prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleeping practices; administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent; prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment; emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a human-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility); handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio contaminants; precautions in transporting children; recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect; and child development.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on May 14, 2025 ; It was determined based on review of staff records that Staff #11 with a hire date of May 6, 2024, did not complete the health and safety orientation training..

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591-1-1-.33(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(4) requires within the first year of employment, the Director and person with primary responsibility for food preparation shall have four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning, preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage.

During a Licensing Study conducted on April 9, 2025 ; It was determined based on review of staff records that Staff # 14 with a hire date of July 19, 2016, did complete four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning, preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage.

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591-1-1-.33(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(4) requires within the first year of employment, the Director and person with primary responsibility for food preparation shall have four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning, preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on May 14, 2025 ; It was determined based on review of staff records that Staff # 12 with a hire date of July 19, 2016, did complete four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning, preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage. Exhibit "A"

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