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 August 11, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were observed on the playground: * The blue and yellow slide on the left side of the playground had a 3 inch hole at the top and two smaller holes measuring 2 inches at the foot of the slide. * Large wooden planks were left out tangled in a hose on the left side of stairs used to enter the playground. * A small wooden plank was left on the back left side of the playground with sharp nails protruding out. *Active spider webs were located on both climbing structures located in the front and back of the playground. Additionally Spider webs were observed near the entrance and exit doors at the top and bottom corners of the doors.

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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 August 26, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were observed on the playground:. * Large wooden planks were left out tangled in a hose on the left side of stairs used to enter the playground. * A small wooden plank was left on the back left side of the playground with sharp nails protruding out. *Active spider webs were located on both climbing structures located in the front and back of the playground. Additionally Spider webs were observed near the entrance and exit doors at the top and bottom corners of the doors.

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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 August 11, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the staff member in classroom A-1L left children un-supervised for five minutes to answer the front center door and obtain program files.

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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 Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on August 26, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that in Classroom A-1L, an infant was left alone and unattended in their crib for a brief moment before a staff member re-entered the classroom. Exhibit "A"

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