591-1-1-.25(12) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(12) requires heating and cooling equipment to be protected to prevent children from touching it. Fans, space heaters, etc. shall be positioned or installed so as to be inaccessible to the children.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 18, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that fans were accessible to children in care in all the classrooms.

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591-1-1-.25(12) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(12) requires heating and cooling equipment to be protected to prevent children from touching it. Fans, space heaters, etc. shall be positioned or installed so as to be inaccessible to the children.

During an Incident Investigation/Monitoring Visit conducted on August 20, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that two fans were accessible to children in care in the back left classroom in the gym.

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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 18, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were observed: Gym - A ladder in the karate area of the gym. - Hanging cords in the Karate area of the gym. - Plastic bags throughout. Hallway to kitchen - An extension cord leading from the kitchen to the hallway area. B Middle - Hanging cords from the television. C Right - Plastic grocery bags throughout classroom. - Hand Sanitizer and teacher bags near the brown table. - Plastic bag with diapers. - Disinfectant Wipes and first aid kit on the left side of the cots.

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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 an Incident Investigation/Monitoring Visit conducted on August 20, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were observed: Gym - A dolly on the right side wall leading to the playground hallway. Classroom C Right - A plastic grocery bag on the table.

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591-1-1-.25(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(3) requires the Center and surrounding premises to be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 18, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were observed: - A missing ceiling tile between the restrooms in the gym. - A disconnected door in the boys restroom in the gym. - A disconnected toilet door in the boys restroom in the gym.

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591-1-1-.25(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(3) requires the Center and surrounding premises to be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.

During an Incident Investigation/Monitoring Visit conducted on August 20, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were observed: - A damaged ceiling tile in the hallway between classroom B middle and C Right above the cubbies. . Classroom C - A missing piece of the ceiling tile. - A damaged ceiling tile. Boys restroom - A damaged ceiling tile. Gym - Torn black cushions on the right and left sides of the restroom wall. - Protruding screws and nails on the wooden structure in the back left classroom in the gym.

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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 June 18, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the fence on the left side and back measured at three feet eight inches, when four feet was required.

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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 an Incident Investigation/Monitoring Visit conducted on August 20, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the fence on the left side measured at three feet eight inches, when four feet was required. It was further determined based on observation that there was approximately a four inch gap observed between the fence and the gate at the front exit gate on the left side.

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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 18, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were observed on the playground: - Torn table cloth on the wooden tables. - Torn cloth ladder around the bridge. - A green piece of a broken toy equipment accessible to children in care.

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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 an Incident Investigation/Monitoring Visit conducted on August 20, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that a green swing seat on the left side of the playground equipment was broken.

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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 June 18, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the resilient surface at the green slide on the left side measured at two inches, when six inches was required. It was further determined based on observation that the resilient surface at the climbing ladder on the left side measured at three inches, when six inches was required. It was also determined based on observation that the resilient surface at the green slide on the right side measured at one inch, when six inches was required.

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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 an Incident Investigation/Monitoring Visit conducted on August 20, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the resilient surface at the green slide on the left side measured at two inches, when six inches was required. It was further determined based on observation that the resilient surface at the swing on the left side measured at one inch, when six inches was required. It was also determined based on observation that the resilient surface at the green slide on the right side measured at one inch, when six inches was required. Exhibit "A"

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591-1-1-.11(2) · Rule 591-1-1-.11(2) requires that personnel shall not: physically or sexually abuse a child or engage or permit others to engage in sexually overt conduct in the presence of any child enrolled in the center.

During an investigation, it was determined that on September 6, 2023, while in the gym, a staff member hit a twelve- year-old child in the right eye as a form of discipline. Investigative findings indicated that a staff member directed the child to transition to another activity and the child refused. A verbal altercation between the staff member and the child ensued, and the staff member struck the child with their hand. The incident resulted in the 12-year-old child sustaining a swollen eye. The staff member was arrested for battery as a result of the incident.

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591-1-1-.31(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.31(13) requires that center Staff shall not commit any criminal act, as defined under Georgia law, in the presence of any child enrolled in the Center. Center staff shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

During an investigation, it was determined that on September 6, 2023, a twelve-year-old child was inappropriately disciplined by a staff member, which resulted in the staff member being arrested on November 29, 2023, and charged with battery. The staff member failed to be in compliance with applicable laws and regulations when the staff member was arrested for a criminal act they committed at the center.

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591-1-1-.29(1) · Rule 591-1-1-.29(1) requires that within twenty-four (24) hours or the next workday, the Director or designated person-in-charge shall report or cause to be reported any suspected incidents of child abuse, neglect or deprivation to the local County Department of Family and Children Services in accordance with state law and to the Department, notifying that such a report was made.

During an investigation, it was determined that on September 6, 2023, a twelve-year-old child was inappropriately disciplined by a staff member which resulted in the child sustaining a swollen right eye. The center failed to notify the Division Family and Children Services of the child abuse incident with the 12-year-old child sustaining a swollen right eye after a physical altercation between the 12-year-old and a staff member.

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591-1-1-.09(1)(a) · Rule 591-1-1-.09(1)(a) requires that the Center ensure that every actual and potential Director, Employee and Provisional Employee of a Child Care Learning Center submit both a Records Check Application to the Department and Fingerprints to an authorized fingerprinting site.

During an investigation, it was determined based on an investigation that on September 6, 2023, center staff allowed an employee to be at the center while children were present without a records check application on file with the Department and had not submitted their fingerprints to an authorized fingerprinting site as required.

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591-1-1-.09(1)(c) · Rule 591-1-1-.09(1)(c) requires the Center to ensure that every Employee has a valid and current satisfactory Comprehensive Records Check Determination on file prior to being present at the Center while any child is present for care or before an individual age 17 or older resides in the Center. The Comprehensive Records Check Determination must have a Records Check Clearance Date that is no older than the preceding 12 months of the hire date; provided, however, if the Employee has had a lapse of employment from the childcare industry that lasted for 180 days (6 months) or longer, a new satisfactory Comprehensive Records Check Determination is required.

During an investigation, it was determined based on an investigation that on September 6, 2023, center staff allowed an employee to be at the center while children were present without a valid or current satisfactory comprehensive records check determination on file with the Department.

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