922 KAR 2:120. Section 13. Toys and Furnishings.

General: Based on observation, a firetruck spring rider, located on the playground, had two (2) bolts that were protruding from the play structure. The bolts were sticking up, causing a potential hazard. Transportation Not Applicable Kitchen Requirements In Compliance Food Service In Compliance Meal Planning/Center Provides Meals In Compliance An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D @chfsky | CHFS.KY.GOV Page 1 of 2 Inspection Report Meal Planning/Center Does Not Provide Meals In Compliance Children's Records In Compliance Written Documentation In Compliance Posted Documentation In Compliance Animals In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:090. Section 11. Staff Requirements.

General: Based on interview and review of documentation, a file of a staff member hired on 08/09/2023 failed to contain a high school diploma, GED or qualifying documentation from a comparable educational entity or a Commonwealth Child Care Credential. Interview with the staff in charge revealed the documentation was not available at the time of the survey. Programming In Compliance Premises In Compliance Hygienic Practices In Compliance First Aid/Medication In Compliance Outdoor Play Area In Compliance Equipment In Compliance Transportation Not Applicable Kitchen Requirements In Compliance Food Service In Compliance Meal Planning/Center Provides Meals In Compliance Meal Planning/Center Does Not Provide Meals In Compliance An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D @chfsky | CHFS.KY.GOV Page 1 of 2 Inspection Report Children's Records Not In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:090. Section 9. Records.

General: Based on interview and review of documentation, the files for ten (10) children, enrolled 08/25/2023, 08/28/2023, 08/29/203, and 08/30/2023 did not have information to enable the person in charge to contact the child’s preferred hospital. Written Documentation In Compliance Posted Documentation In Compliance Animals In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:120. Section 7. First Aid and Medicine.

General: Based on observation and interview, medication is kept in a bookbag hanging on the back of the doorknob in the 4yr Olds Room, within reach of children. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D @chfsky | CHFS.KY.GOV Page 1 of 2 Inspection Report Outdoor Play Area In Compliance Equipment In Compliance Transportation Not Applicable Kitchen Requirements In Compliance Food Service In Compliance Meal Planning/Center Provides Meals In Compliance Meal Planning/Center Does Not Provide Meals In Compliance Children's Records In Compliance Written Documentation In Compliance Posted Documentation In Compliance Animals In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements.

General: Based on observation, the child care center failed to maintain the premises in accordance with regulatory requirements. Observation of the vent cover located in the restroom between the three (3) year old and four (4) year old room revealed that it was dirty and covered with dust. Hygienic Practices In Compliance First Aid/Medication In Compliance Outdoor Play Area In Compliance An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D @chfsky | CHFS.KY.GOV Page 1 of 2 Inspection Report Equipment In Compliance Transportation Not Applicable Food Service/Food Program In Compliance Food Service In Compliance Children's Records Not In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:090. Section 11. Staff Requirements.

General: Based on interview and review of documentation, the child care center failed to maintain employee records in accordance with regulations. Review of staff files revealed a high school diploma, GED, or Commonwealth Child Care Credential was not presented for review at the time of survey for three (3) staff members hired 8/24/2020, 8/24/2020 and 9/01/19. Interview with the staff in charge revealed the document was not there for review. Programming In Compliance Premises Not In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:090. Section 9. Records.

General: Based on interview and review of documentation, the child care center failed to maintain children’s records in accordance with regulatory requirements. A review of ten (10) children’s files revealed there is no Hospital listed for a child with the enrollment date of 1/27/2020. Written Documentation In Compliance Posted Documentation In Compliance Animals In Compliance Emergency Regulation In Compliance

922 KAR 2:120. Section 8. Kitchen Requirements.

General: Based on observation, the child care center failed to maintain food service in accordance with regulations. In the kitchen, the refrigerator temperature measured forty-four (44) degrees Fahrenheit. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D @chfsky | CHFS.KY.GOV Page 2 of 3 Inspection Report Children's Records Not In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:090. Section 9. Records.

General: Based on review of documentation and interview, the child care center failed to maintain written documentation in accordance with regulations. Review of staff files revealed a Criminal Records Check (CRC) dated 10/6/17 was presented for review at the time of survey for one (1) staff member hired 9/25/17. The CRC results stated, “All alias and maiden names listed above were searched and no records were found.” Yet, it was determined that the document failed to meet regulatory requirements because the staff member’s first name was listed incorrectly on the CRC; instead, the first name of a different person was listed. The director acknowledged the staff member’s name was listed incorrectly on the CRC. The director revealed the staff member has not worked alone with children in care. Consequently, the center failed to maintain a valid CRC on file at the time of survey for this staff member. Posted Documentation In Compliance Animals In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:090. Section 11. Staff Requirements.

General: Based on review of documentation and interview, the child care center failed to maintain employee records in accordance with regulations. Review of staff files and ECE- TRIS report revealed documentation of fifteen (15) hours of cabinet-approved training was not presented for review at the time of survey for one (1) staff member hired 9/1/12. The director revealed documentation of fifteen (15) hours of training was not available for review at the time of survey for this staff member. Subsequent review of an individual TRIS report revealed only four (4) training hours were documented for this staff member. Programming In Compliance Premises Not In Compliance

922 KAR 2:120. Section 10. Toilet, Diapering, and Toiletry Requirements.

General: Based on Observation the child care center failed to maintain premises in accordance with regulatory requirements. Observations of the restroom located off the three and four-year-old classroom and the women’s restroom located off the hallway, revealed the ventilation system was not working properly. Hygienic Practices In Compliance First Aid/Medication In Compliance Outdoor Play Area In Compliance Equipment In Compliance Transportation Not Applicable Food Service In Compliance Children's Records In Compliance An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D @chfsky | CHFS.KY.GOV Page 1 of 2 Inspection Report Written Documentation Not In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:110. Section 2. General.

General: Based on Review of Documentation the child care center failed to maintain written documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements. The child abuse policy is contradictory to the regulation set forth in KRS 620.030.The child/abuse neglect policy stated, "When there is a suspicion of child abuse, employees are to notify the director.” as opposed to the employee making a direct report. Posted Documentation In Compliance Animals In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements.

General: Based on Observation, the child care center failed to maintain the outdoor play area in accordance with regulatory requirements. Based on observation, an extensive amount of weeds, ie; dandelions were present in the play area.

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922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements.

General: Based on Observation, and interview, the child care center failed to maintain the outdoor play area in accordance with regulatory requirements. Based on observation, three (3) tree roots were exposed by the climbing structure, due to lack of sufficient ground covering. The director commented during interview that she was aware of the issue and in the process of addressing it.

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922 KAR 2:110. Section 5. Staff Requirements.

General: Based on Review of Documentation, the child care center failed to maintain employee records in accordance with regulatory requirements. Review of staff files revealed two (2) employees with the hire date 4/7/14 failed to have fifteen (15) hours of cabinet approved early care and education training. Continued review of staff files revealed two (2) employees with the hire date of 4/7/14 failed to have cabinet-approved orientation within the first three (3) months of employment, Orientation was completed on 11/17/14 for one employee and on 12/12/14 for the other employee.

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922 KAR 2:090. Section 6. License Issuance.

General: Based on Review of Documentation, the child care center failed to comply with regulatory requirements. Review of documentation failed to reveal a current Fire Marshal report for review at the time of the survey.

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922 KAR 2:090. Section 6. License Issuance.

General: Based on Review of Documentation and interview, the child care center failed to maintain employee records in accordance with regulatory requirements. Review of staff files revealed an employee with the rehire date of 4/7/14 failed to have a current criminal records check on file. Interview with the director revealed she was unaware she needed to run an updated Criminal records check, as there was one dated for 5/26/11 on file for the employee. The director also stated that the employee is a floater, and is not alone with children.

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922 KAR 2:110. Section 4. Director Requirements and Responsibilities.

General: Based on Observation, the director failed to maintain the health, safety, and comfort of children at the facility. Observation of the women's bathroom also used by the children at the facility had two uncovered electrical outlets near the soap dispenser. Further observation of the facility revealed two uncovered electrical outlet's near the soap dispenser in the men's bathroom also used by children at the facility.

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922 KAR 2:120. Section 2. Child Care Services.

General: Based on Review of Documentation, and interview the center failed to maintain their abuse/neglect report procedure. Review of documentation revealed that the center's abuse/neglect report procedure stated the following: "employees are to inform the director and a telephone call will be made to The Cabinet for Families and Children," which is non- compliant with KRS 620.030. During interview the staff in charge acknowledged the finding.

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922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements.

General: Based on Observation and interview the center failed to maintain their premises. Observation of the Nursery Classroom revealed a sink faucet that was dripping water even though both knobs were in the off position. Interview with the staff in charge revealed that the sink needs to be repaired and the sink is turned off at the pipe over the weekend due to the dripping water.

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922 KAR 2:110. Section 3. Records.

922 KAR 2:110. Section 3. Records.

General: Based on review of documentation, it was determined the facility failed to provide written documentation of completed professional development plans for the employed staff.

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922 KAR 2:120. Section 9. Food and Meal Requirements.

General: Based on observation, it was determined the snack served failed to meet the requirements. Observation revealed the snack served on 4/9/13 was "Veggie Straws" and strawberry yogurt.

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922 KAR 2:120. Section 2. Child Care Services.

General: Based on observation, it was determined minimum staff-to-child ratios were not mantained. Observation revealed at approximately 9:15 a.m. on 4/9/13 one staff member in the classroom with 15 four-year old children, while the second staff member was in the hallway talking with other adults. The second staff member returned to the room at approximately 9:17 a.m. Further observation revealed at approximately 10:45 a.m. on 4/9/13 one staff member in the classroom with 16 four-year old children, while the second staff member was in the hallway hanging artwork for approximately one minute.

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922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements.

General: Based on observation, it was determined the outdoor play area failed to contain a sufficient amount of protective surface for swinging, as well as a fall zone for a large climbing aparatus.

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922 KAR 2:120 - Section 10

Two and Three Year Room: Based on Observation, the diapers of two (2) children were changed between 10:40 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Continued observation revealed staff failed to disinfect the diaper change mat after each diaper change.

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922 KAR 2:120 - Section 10

Two and Three Year Room: Based on observation, there was no posting that contained the directions for handwashing posted at the sink next to the diapering station. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Cabinet For Health and Family Services Page 38 of 39 Web site: http://chfs.ky.gov/ Inspection Report Animals 319 - Animal Requirements Not Applicable 922 KAR 2:120 - Section 13 (1) Animals shall be: (a) Supervised by an adult if in the presence of a child in care; and (b) Certified as properly vaccinated against rabies. 1) Supervised Not Applicable 2) Vaccinated Not Applicable 321 - Prohibited Animals Not Applicable 922 KAR 2:120 - Section 13 (3) Except if used as planned program activity in the control of an animal specialist, an animal that is considered undomesticated, wild, or exotic shall not be allowed at a child-care center. 1) Undomesticated Not Applicable 2) Wild Not Applicable 3) Exotic Not Applicable C.O. 13 - Corporation/ LLC/ Partnership 922 KAR 2:090 - Section 4 (3) If the applicant for licensure is a: (a) Corporation or a limited liability company, the application shall include a current certificate of existence or authorization from the Secretary of State; or (b) Partnership, the application shall include a written statement from each partner that the partnership is current and viable. 1) Corporation/LLC statement In Compliance 2) Partnership statement In Compliance

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922 KAR 2:120 - Section 7