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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 March 6, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that on the right playground the blue slide resilient surface measured less than one inch in the fall zone when six inches depth of resilient surface is required for equipment measuring higher than five feet. 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(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 September 20, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that on playground B the resilient surface surrounding the swing measured one inch when three inches of resilient surface was required. Furthermore, the resilient surface surrounding the blue slide climber measured two inches when the required resilient surface was six inches in depth. 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(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 POI Follow Up conducted on October 25, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that on playground B the resilient surface surrounding the swing measured three inches. However, the surface had lifting edges which caused a potential tripping hazard. Furthermore, the resilient surface surrounding the blue slide climber measured less than one inch in depth when the resilient surface required was six inches in depth. Exhibit "A"

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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 Monitoring Visit conducted on October 4, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that on the right playground around the blue slide the resilient surface measured less than three inches when the required amount of resilient surface for equipment measuring higher than five feet is six inches deep. 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(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 March 6, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that on the right playground the blue slide resilient surface measured less than one inch in the fall zone when six inches depth of resilient surface is required for equipment measuring higher than five feet. 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(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 September 20, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that on playground B the resilient surface surrounding the swing measured one inch when three inches of resilient surface was required. Furthermore, the resilient surface surrounding the blue slide climber measured two inches when the required resilient surface was six inches in depth.

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591-1-1-.32(7) · Rule 591-1-1-.32(7) requires that children be supervised at all times appropriate to the individual age, needs and capabilities of each child. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. "Supervision" means that the appropriate number of Staff members are physically present in the area where children are being cared for and are providing watchful oversight to the children, volunteers and Students-in-Training. The persons supervising in the child care area must be alert, positioned to maximize their ability to hear and see the children at all times, and able to respond promptly to the needs and actions of the children being supervised, as well as the actions of the volunteers and Students-in-Training, and provide timely attention to the children's actions and needs. Staff shall be attentive and participating with all children during mealtimes and shall be seated within an arm¶s length away from children thirty- six (36) months of age and younger.

During a Licensing Study conducted on March 6, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation an infant from Room 1 crawled out of the classroom unbeknownst to the two supervising staff members in the classroom. The child crawled to the front desk area where consultant, director and owner were standing and was unsupervised for approximately two to three minutes.

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591-1-1-.32(7) · Rule 591-1-1-.32(7) requires that children be supervised at all times appropriate to the individual age, needs and capabilities of each child. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. "Supervision" means that the appropriate number of Staff members are physically present in the area where children are being cared for and are providing watchful oversight to the children, volunteers and Students-in-Training. The persons supervising in the child care area must be alert, positioned to maximize their ability to hear and see the children at all times, and able to respond promptly to the needs and actions of the children being supervised, as well as the actions of the volunteers and Students-in-Training, and provide timely attention to the children's actions and needs. Staff shall be attentive and participating with all children during mealtimes and shall be seated within an arm¶s length away from children thirty- six (36) months of age and younger.

During a Licensing Study conducted on September 20, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that a child walked in Room E-5 alone without staff supervision to hang up a backpack. Furthermore, HLJKWFKLOGUHQLQURRP'&DIpZHUHEULHIO\XQVXSHUYLVHGE\WKHVWDIIPHPEHUZDONLQJLQDQGRXWRIWKH kitchen. Exhibit "A"

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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 Monitoring Visit conducted on October 4, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that the bottom of the fence near the front gate on the right playground had eight feet of fencing with exposed sharp edges.

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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 March 20, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that the bottom of the fence near the front gate on the right playground had eight feet of fencing with exposed sharp edges as well as a nine inch gap at the bottom of the fence.

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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 March 22, 2022 ; It was determined that two inches of resilient surface was observed under the swings on the front left playground on this date. Six inches of resilient surfacing was required under the swing.

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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 Monitoring Visit conducted on October 4, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that on the right playground around the blue slide the resilient surface measured less than three inches when the required amount of resilient surface for equipment measuring higher than five feet is six inches deep.

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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 March 20, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that on the right playground the blue slide resilient surface measured less than one inch in the fall zone when six inches depth of resilient surface is required for equipment measuring higher than five feet. Exhibit "A"

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591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. requires that all transported children be secured in a child passenger restraining system or seat safety belt in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations and according to manufacturer's directions.

During a Complaint Investigation & Monitoring Visit conducted on September 8, 2021, it was determined based on observation and a review of records that on September 8, 2021, the first three loads of children were transported to the center from the school in a minivan without using seat safety belts. Further, it was determined that on September 8, 2021, no car seats were used for any transportation. 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-.36(4)(f)1. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. requires that all transported children be secured in a child passenger restraining system or seat safety belt in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations and according to manufacturer's directions.

During a Complaint Closure conducted on September 30, 2021, it was determined based on an investigation that on August 16, 2021, and August 18, 2021, children were transported without using seat belts or car seats. 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-.36(4)(f)1. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. requires that all transported children be secured in a child passenger $299.00 restraining system or seat safety belt in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations and according to manufacturer's directions.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on November 8, 2021, it was determined based on observation that on November 8, 2021, children were transported without using seat belts or car seats.

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591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. requires that all transported children be secured in a child passenger restraining system or seat safety belt in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations and according to manufacturer's directions.

During a Licensing Study conducted on March 22, 2022, it was determined based on observation that the center van had three no back booster seats, and high back booster seats are required on vans. Exhibit "A"

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591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. requires that all transported children be secured in a child passenger restraining system or seat safety belt in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations and according to manufacturer's directions.

During a Complaint Investigation & Monitoring Visit conducted on September 8, 2021 ; It was determined based on observation and a review of records that on September 8, 2021, the first three loads of children were transported to the center from the school in a minivan without using seat safety belts. Further, it was determined that on September 8, 2021, no car seats were used for any transportation.

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591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. requires that all transported children be secured in a child passenger restraining system or seat safety belt in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations and according to manufacturer's directions.

During a Complaint Closure conducted on September 30, 2021 ; It was determined based on an investigation that on August 16, 2021, and August 18, 2021, children had been transported without using seat belts or car seats.

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591-1-1-.36(4)(f)2. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)2. requires that no vehicle shall exceed the manufacturer's rated seating capacity and that proof of the seating capacity is maintained on file.

During a Complaint Investigation & Monitoring Visit conducted on September 8, 2021 ; It was determined by observation and a review of records that on September 8, 2021, eight school age children were transported from school to the center in a minivan exceeding the vehicle capacity of seven.

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591-1-1-.36(4)(f)2. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)2. requires that no vehicle shall exceed the manufacturer's rated seating capacity and that proof of the seating capacity is maintained on file.

During a Complaint Closure conducted on September 30, 2021 ; It was determined based on an investigation that on August 16, 2021 and August 18, 2021, there were more than six children transported daily at one time. The capacity for the rear of vehicle was six and one for the front. The van transported eight children.

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591-1-1-.03(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.03(13) requires Center Staff to develop a daily schedule for each group to reflect routines and activities that is flexible but routinely followed to provide structure. The schedule must be posted in each group's room or area and made available to Parent(s) upon request.

During a Complaint Investigation & Monitoring Visit conducted on September 8, 2021 ; It was determined during an investigation that on September 8, 2021, the after school class did not follow a daily schedule due to no current after school schedule being posted or available.

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591-1-1-.03(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.03(13) requires Center Staff to develop a daily schedule for each group to reflect routines and activities that is flexible but routinely followed to provide structure. The schedule must be posted in each group's room or area and made available to Parent(s) upon request.

During a Complaint Closure conducted on September 30, 2021 ; It was determined based on an investigation that on August 16, 2021, and August 18, 2021, no current after school daily schedule was posted nor available upon request. Exhibit "A"

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