Learning Adventures Preschool Academy

591-1-1-.21(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.21(3) requires that the Center conduct drills for fire, tornado and other emergency situations. The fire drills will be conducted monthly and tornado and other emergency situation drills will be conducted every six months. The Center shall maintain documentation of the dates and times of these drills for two years.

During a Licensing Study conducted on September 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that the center did not conduct a fire drill for the month of August 2023. The center did not conduct a check of the smoke detector for the months of January- July 2023. The center did not conduct a check of the fire extinguisher for the months of January- July 2023.

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591-1-1-.21(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.21(3) requires that the Center conduct drills for fire, tornado and other emergency situations. The fire drills will be conducted monthly and tornado and other emergency situation drills will be conducted every six months. The Center shall maintain documentation of the dates and times of these drills for two years.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on November 9, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that the center did not conduct a lockdown drill or the emergency plans procedures for 2023.

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591-1-1-.31(2)(c) · Rule 591-1-1-.31(2)(c) requires the Center to maintain a copy and/or written verification of the credential or degree awarded to the lead teacher that is required by these rules in the lead teacher's file, to make the document available for inspection and to provide the document to Department staff upon request.

During a Licensing Study conducted on September 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that a lead teacher in classroom A and B did not have evidence of educational credentials as required.

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591-1-1-.31(2)(c) · Rule 591-1-1-.31(2)(c) requires the Center to maintain a copy and/or written verification of the credential or degree awarded to the lead teacher that is required by these rules in the lead teacher's file, to make the document available for inspection and to provide the document to Department staff upon request.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on November 9, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that a lead teacher in classroom B did not have evidence of educational credentials as required.

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591-1-1-.36(7)(c)2. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(7)(c)2. requires that the driver or other designated person shall immediately document in writing, with a check or other mark/symbol to account for each child listed on the passenger transportation checklist each time a child enters and exits the vehicle. The driver or other designated staff person shall document in writing with a different mark/symbol to account for each child listed on the passenger transportation checklist who was not present on the vehicle for any reason. An explanation shall be documented in writing whenever a child is transported to a field trip site but is not present on the return trip to the Center.

During a Licensing Study conducted on September 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that two children were missing a check or other mark/symbol to account for both children entering and exiting the vehicle on Wednesday, September 13, 2023. The director checked the sign in/out record confirming the children were present on this day. Additionally, from September 19, 2023 through September 22, 2023, two children were missing a check or other mark/symbol to account for both children entering and exiting the vehicle. The director checked the sign in/out record confirming the children were present on those days.

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591-1-1-.36(7)(c)2. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(7)(c)2. requires that the driver or other designated person shall immediately document in writing, with a check or other mark/symbol to account for each child listed on the passenger transportation checklist each time a child enters and exits the vehicle. The driver or other designated staff person shall document in writing with a different mark/symbol to account for each child listed on the passenger transportation checklist who was not present on the vehicle for any reason. An explanation shall be documented in writing whenever a child is transported to a field trip site but is not present on the return trip to the Center.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on November 9, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that children were missing a check or other mark/symbol to account for both children entering and exiting the vehicle on October 30, 2023 through November 3, 2023 and November 6, 2023 through November 8, 2023. The transportation documents on October 30, 2023 through November 3, 2023 and November 6, 2023 through November 8, 2023 did not have the morning route filled in. The transportation documents were missing the vehicle tag number. Additionally, children were incorrectly marked on October 30, 2023 through November 3, 2023 and November 6, 2023 through November 8, 2023. The transportation document had children who ride the van in the morning checked for the afternoon route. The transportation document had children who ride the van in the afternoon checked for the morning route.

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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 September 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that staff member #1 and staff member #6 did not complete two hours of transportation training as required.

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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 POI Follow Up conducted on November 9, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that staff member #6 did not complete two hours of transportation training as required.

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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 September 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that staff member #1, who is the primary person responsible for food preparation, did not complete four clock hours of training as required.

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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 POI Follow Up conducted on November 9, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that staff member #2, who is the primary person responsible for food preparation, did not complete four clock hours of training as required. Exhibit "A"

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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 Monitoring Visit conducted on October 6, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that the red table near the far back gate had chipped paint and rust with exposed sharp edges. It was further determined that the middle section and right side of the PVC piping was not connected. An adverse action was previously issued for this rule violation. This rule violation is no longer appealable. No fine is being issued at this time.

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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 September 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were found on the playground: - The blue and red lemonade stand on the far right side had chipped paint on top of the inside. - The yellow and red merry- go- round cycle had chipped paint and rust. - The wooden seat on the blue and red metal bike was splintered with exposed screws. - There were two blue "Little Tikes" rocking horses missing the rubber grips on the handles. The yellow rocking fish was missing the rubber grips on the handles. - Under a wood covering between the back doors of both classrooms A and B was a blue "Safety 1st" Trike with a crack on the seat.

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591-1-1-.10(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.10(4) requires that if diapers are changed on a diaper changing surface, the surface shall be smooth, nonporous, and equipped with a guard or rails to prevent falls. Between each diaper change, the diaper changing surface shall be cleaned with a disinfectant and dried with a single-use disposable towel.

During a Monitoring Visit conducted on October 6, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that the blue changing pad was torn.

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591-1-1-.10(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.10(4) requires that if diapers are changed on a diaper changing surface, the surface shall be smooth, nonporous, and equipped with a guard or rails to prevent falls. Between each diaper change, the diaper changing surface shall be cleaned with a disinfectant and dried with a single-use disposable towel.

During a Licensing Study conducted on September 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that the teacher in classroom B did not sanitize and clean the changing pad after diapering a child. Exhibit "A"

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591-1-1-.25(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(13) requires that potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 8, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that children had access to a staff member's purse placed in a chair in Classroom A and another staff member's purse placed on a small shelf near the table in the hallway.

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591-1-1-.25(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(13) requires that potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children.

During a Monitoring Visit conducted on October 6, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that children had access to cleaning hazards placed in unlocked bathroom cabinets in Room A and Room B.

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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 June 8, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that the "Lil Tykes" equipment had chipped paint and exposed rust.

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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 Monitoring Visit conducted on October 6, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that the red table near the far back gate had chipped paint and peeling metal with exposed sharp edges. It was further determined that the middle section and right side of the PVC piping was not connected. Exhibit "A"

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