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 MV POI Follow Up conducted on May 19, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that the following repairs were needed: Classroom A: •The baseboard was missing from the side wall behind the changing table. •A nail was protruding from the side wall behind the changing table. Classroom C: •The wall above the exterior door was deteriorating. •The gray exterior door was rusted out. •The baseboard near the door was loose and protruding from the wall. •The beadboard was loose near the fire alarm. •The sink used for hand washing was loose from the base. Classroom D: •The right bathroom sink was loose from the wall. •The cream base board behind the toilet was pulling loose from the wall.

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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 Complaint Closure conducted on June 28, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that rat droppings were on the shelves which held food in the kitchen and on the floor in the kitchen area.

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Open / not marked corrected.

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 & Follow Up conducted on July 28, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that the wall above the exterior door was deteriorating in Classroom C. It was further determined that the baseboard near the door was loose and protruding from the wall in Classroom C.

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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 MV POI Follow Up conducted on May 19, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that the pink Minnie Mouse ride on toy was missing the seat and had exposed wires. It was also determined that the yellow trike-go-round and the green Doodlebug had one screw protruding. It was further determined that the Bye Bye Buggie was missing all of the straps.

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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 & Follow Up conducted on July 28, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that the yellow trike-go-round and the green Doodlebug on the Main Playground had one screw protruding.

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Open / not marked corrected.

591-1-1-.30(2) · Rule 591-1-1-.30(2) requires the Center to provide a safe sleep environment in accordance with American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) recommendations as listed in these rules for all infants. Center Staff shall place an infant to sleep on the infant’s back in a crib unless the Center has been provided a physician’s written statement authorizing another sleep position for that particular infant that includes how the infant shall be placed to sleep and a time frame that the instructions are to be followed. When an infant can easily turn over from back to front and back again, Staff shall continue to put the infant to sleep initially on the infant’s back but allow the infant to roll over into his or her preferred position and not re-position the infant. Sleepers, sleep sacks and wearable blankets that fit according to the commercial manufacturer’s guidelines and will not slide up around the infant’s face may be used when necessary for the comfort of the sleeping infant. Swaddling shall not be used unless the Center has been provided a physician’s written statement authorizing its use for a particular infant that includes instructions and a time frame for swaddling the infant. Center Staff shall not place objects or allow objects to be placed in or on the crib with an infant such as but not limited to toys, pillows, quilts, comforters, bumper pads, sheepskins, stuffed toys, or other soft items and shall not attach objects or allow objects to be attached to a crib with a sleeping infant, such as, but not limited to, crib gyms, toys, mirrors and mobiles.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on March 9, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation a blanket was on the crib while a child was asleep in the crib in Classroom A. 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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Open / not marked corrected.

591-1-1-.30(2) · Rule 591-1-1-.30(2) requires the Center to provide a safe sleep environment in accordance with American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) recommendations as listed in these rules for all infants. Center Staff shall place an infant to sleep on the infant’s back in a crib unless the Center has been provided a physician’s written statement authorizing another sleep position for that particular infant that includes how the infant shall be placed to sleep and a time frame that the instructions are to be followed. When an infant can easily turn over from back to front and back again, Staff shall continue to put the infant to sleep initially on the infant’s back but allow the infant to roll over into his or her preferred position and not re-position the infant. Sleepers, sleep sacks and wearable blankets that fit according to the commercial manufacturer’s guidelines and will not slide up around the infant’s face may be used when necessary for the comfort of the sleeping infant. Swaddling shall not be used unless the Center has been provided a physician’s written statement authorizing its use for a particular infant that includes instructions and a time frame for swaddling the infant. Center Staff shall not place objects or allow objects to be placed in or on the crib with an infant such as but not limited to toys, pillows, quilts, comforters, bumper pads, sheepskins, stuffed toys, or other soft items and shall not attach objects or allow objects to be attached to a crib with a sleeping infant, such as, but not limited to, crib gyms, toys, mirrors and mobiles.

During an Incident Investigation & Follow Up conducted on July 28, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that a three-month-old infant was asleep in the crib on their stomach.

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Open / not marked corrected.

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 POI Follow Up conducted on January 12, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that children in Classroom A lacked supervision when the teacher was in the front office with the director upon the consultant's arrival. 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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Open / not marked corrected.

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 POI Follow Up conducted on April 6, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that a child walked out of Classroom A into Classroom B by themselves. It was further determined that Staff left two children unattended in Classroom A when the Staff member walked out of Classroom A into Classroom B. 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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Open / not marked corrected.

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 an Incident Investigation & Follow Up conducted on July 28, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that Staff in Classroom B stepped out the back door to throw out trash leaving six children unattended. Exhibit "A"

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Open / not marked corrected.

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 & Monitoring Visit conducted on June 16, 2021 ; It was determined based on observation that a staff member failed to provide watchful oversight when the staff member walked out of Classroom A to come to the front lobby upon the Consultant's arrival. It was further determined based on observation that the staff member failed to provide watchful oversight when the staff member walked out of Classroom A into Classroom D. 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.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 Closure conducted on June 17, 2021 ; It was determined based on an investigation that the director allowed a twelve-year-old child to walk to their car by themself in the parking lot to retrieve an item from their car. 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.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 POI Follow Up conducted on January 12, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that children in Classroom A lacked supervision when the teacher was in the front office with the director upon the consultant's arrival. 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.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 POI Follow Up conducted on April 6, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that a child walked out of Classroom A into Classroom B by themselves. It was further determined that Staff left two children unattended in Classroom A when the Staff member walked out of Classroom A into Classroom B. Exhibit "A"

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Open / not marked corrected.

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 October 29, 2021 ; It was determined based on a review of records that center staff failed to conduct tornado drills and other emergency drills every six months as required. 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.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on December 10, 2021 ; It was determined based on a review of records that center staff failed to conduct tornado drills and other emergency drills every six months as required. 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.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 January 12, 2022 ; It was determined based on a review of records that center staff failed to conduct tornado drills and other emergency drills every six months as required. 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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Open / not marked corrected.

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 March 9, 2022 ; It was determined based on a review of records that center staff failed to conduct a fire drill in February 2022 as required. $299.00 2.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on December 10, 2021 ; It was determined based on observation that a pair of gloves and jar of petroleum jelly were left on the shelf accessible to children in Classroom D on this date. 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.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 POI Follow Up conducted on January 12, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that latex gloves, plastic grocery bags, and a spray bottle with an unknown liquid were accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in Classroom A. It was also determined that a broom and dust pan were observed accessible to children in the corner by the bathroom in Classroom A. It was further determined that a staff member’s bag was observed accessible to children on the floor in the back left corner of Classroom A. It was also determined that plastic bags, a bottle of Lysol Disinfectant Spray, two bottles of Angel of Mine Baby Room Air Freshener, a bottle of Softsoap antibacterial soap, and a bottle of Johnson's Baby Moisture Wash were accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in Classroom C. 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.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 POI Follow Up conducted on March 9, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that a pack of Pampers Sensitive Wipes were on a table accessible to children, a tube of Nystatin Ointment cream was on a shelf accessible to children, and a staff purse was on a chair accessible to children in Classroom A. It was further determined that a spray bottle with an unknown substance and a stapler were on a table accessible to children and a pack of Fisher Price Cucumber baby wipes were in a bag in a child's cubby accessible to children. $299.00 3.

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Open / not marked corrected.

591-1-1-.30(2)(c) · Rule 591-1-1-.30(2)(c) requires that infants shall not sleep in equipment other than safety- approved cribs, such as, but not limited to, a car safety seat, bouncy seat, highchair, or swing. Infants who arrive at the Center asleep or fall asleep in such equipment, on the floor or elsewhere, shall be transferred to a safety-approved crib.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on December 10, 2021 ; It was determined based on staff statements that staff allowed an infant to sleep on the floor in Classroom D.

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Open / not marked corrected.

591-1-1-.30(2)(c) · Rule 591-1-1-.30(2)(c) requires that infants shall not sleep in equipment other than safety- approved cribs, such as, but not limited to, a car safety seat, bouncy seat, highchair, or swing. Infants who arrive at the Center asleep or fall asleep in such equipment, on the floor or elsewhere, shall be transferred to a safety-approved crib.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on March 9, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that a child was asleep in a bouncer in Classroom B. Exhibit "A"

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 January 12, 2022 ; It was determined based on a review of records that center staff failed to conduct tornado drills and other emergency drills every six months as required.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on December 10, 2021 ; It was determined based on observation that a pair of gloves and jar of petroleum jelly were left on the shelf accessible to children in Classroom D on this date.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 October 29, 2021 ; It was determined based on a review of records that center staff failed to conduct tornado drills and other emergency drills every six months as required.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on December 10, 2021 ; It was determined based on a review of records that center staff failed to conduct tornado drills and other emergency drills every six months as required.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 POI Follow Up conducted on January 12, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that latex gloves, plastic grocery bags, and a spray bottle with an unknown liquid were accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in Classroom A. It was also determined that a broom and dust pan were observed accessible to children in the corner by the bathroom in Classroom A. It was further determined that a staff member’s bag was observed accessible to children on the floor in the back left corner of Classroom A. It was also determined that plastic bags, a bottle of Lysol Disinfectant Spray, two bottles of Angel of Mine Baby Room Air Freshener, a bottle of Softsoap antibacterial soap, and a bottle of Johnson's Baby Moisture Wash were accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in Classroom C.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 & Monitoring Visit conducted on June 16, 2021 ; It was determined based on observation that a staff member failed to provide watchful oversight when the staff member walked out of Classroom A to come to the front lobby upon the Consultant's arrival. It was further determined based on observation that the staff member failed to provide watchful oversight when the staff member walked out of Classroom A into Classroom D.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 Closure conducted on June 17, 2021 ; It was determined based on an investigation that the director allowed a twelve-year-old child to walk to their car by themself in the parking lot to retrieve an item from their car.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 POI Follow Up conducted on January 12, 2022 ; It was determined based upon observation that children in Classroom A lacked supervision when the teacher was in the front office with the director upon Consultant arrival. Exhibit "A"

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Open / not marked corrected.