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Newton MA 02461 · License #P-171162 · Center · Center-Based Care
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Staff Records
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BRCs on all potential employees
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Food not served beyond recommended dates
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Allergies, medical info, special diets, emergency medications; privacy protected
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A sampling of staff files was reviewed. 1) Three staff files did not include information that 2 reference checks were conducted for each staff member. 2) One staff file did not include 2 doses of MMR or proof of immunity. 3) Three staff files did not include current bi-monthly observations.
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All staff had a Background Record Check; however, one staff member's BRC had expired.
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The program had individual bags of Cheese-Its. These bags did not include an expiration date. EEC was unable to determine if the food items had expired or not.
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The Allergy/Medical Condition List did not include the following: 1) A food item that a child is allergic to. 2) Two children's medications to be administered for a mild reaction.
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Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
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Food not served beyond recommended dates
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Indoor Space
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Building Inspection and Fire Inspection - R Apr 2025
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit
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Toxic Substances
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In the K classroom, there was a total of 43 children present within 3 groups oof children. The clothespin method of knowing who was present in the classroom indicated that there were 44 children present. One child was absent and their clothes pin had not been removed.
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There was an open bag of cereal placed into a zip lock bag. There was no indication of the expiration date of the cereal.
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In the K classroom, a large drop ceiling tile was missing.
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The program did not have the most recent quarterly Fire Inspection. Please email EEC when this has been uploaded to the document library.
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One exit in the gym did not include an evacuation diagram and written evacuation procedures.
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Although not a toxic substance, in the K classroom, there were 3 bottles of soap and water that were not labeled as such.
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Staff meeting documentation
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Children's belongings, storage space
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Garbage kept in lined and covered containers, emptied daily
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Emergency #s easily visible; Name / address / phone # of Health Care Consultant
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Documentation of medication administration; Current consent for medications
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No peeling or flaking paint (indoor and out)
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1) Staff Meeting log documentation reviewed did not include the start and end times; therefore, EEC was unable to determine if all staff are meeting for a minimum of 2 hours monthly. 2) The Staff Meeting Log did not include evidence that staff meet for a minimum of 2 hours in September 2023.
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A sampling of staff files was reviewed. 1) One staff file was missing a current physical exam, evidence of staff orientation, and PQ Registry. 2) One staff file was missing evidence of staff orientation and PQ Registry 3) One staff file requested was unavailable for review at the time of the visit.
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Outside of the cafeteria area, there was an area where children's belongings were stored. All children did not have sufficient space, accessible to children, for each child to store clothing and other personal items in a safe, sanitary manner.
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In the upper cafeteria, there was a trash barrel that included food and this trash barrel was not covered.
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Emergency numbers were not posted and easily visible to parents, educators, and visitors.
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One child's Medication Form did not include all EEC required information.
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There was chipping/peeling paint on the wall. Please email EEC a school work order that includes that this needs to be addressed.
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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posted snack menu
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Food requiring refrigeration
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Building Inspection and Fire Inspection - R Apr 2025
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Physical Space Paint
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Medication
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1) Three staff files reviewed did not include evidence of 2 reference checks, a current physical and 2 doses of MMR or proof of immunity, documentation of education and experience to qualify for their position. 2) Two staff files reviewed did not include evidence of completion of 12 Essentials trainings within 60 days of hire.
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The snack menu posted did not consistently include the fruit or vegetable served each day.
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The refrigerator thermometer read 45F. Food requiring refrigeration must be stored between 32F-40F.
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The program's Building Inspection is not current. Please email EEC when a current Building Inspection is uploaded to the document library.
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The doors at the 2 bathrooms by the cafetorium included chipping/peeling paint. Please email EEC a school work order to address this.
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One medication dosage was noted as 7.5ML. The medication device available did not include this specific dosage amount.
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Staff First Aid Training - R Apr 2025
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Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
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Windows
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Toxic Substances
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Emergency medications readily available
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1) One staff file was missing evidence of an annual evaluation and completion of the 12 Essential Strong Start trainings. 2) One staff file was missing a Staff Info Form, a current physical exam and evidence of 2 MMR's or proof of immunity, evidence of a program orientation, and completion of the 12 Essential Strong Start.
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One staff file reviewed did not include current First Aid Certification and the staff member has been at the program for 6+ months.
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On the day of the visit, there were 6 clothes pins with children's names on the attendance board; however, there were 11 children present. The teacher in the gym did not have a method of knowing which children were present at that time in the gym.
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In the older children's classroom, there were 2 windows that were open for ventilation; however, the windows did not include screens. Windows and glass doors must be constructed and adjusted through the use of window guards or other means to prevent injury to children.
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1) One child's Individual Health Care Plan (IHC) did not include potential side effects of treatment, possible consequences if medication not administered, who trained the staff on the medication administration and doctor signature/date. 2) One child's IHC Plan was not signed/dated by a doctor.
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There were several liquid disinfectant bottles stored on a counter and by the sink acccessable to the children.
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One child's IHC Plan noted administration of an antihistamine. The Site Coordinator noted that this medication expired and was returned to the parent and the parent has not provided current medication to the program.
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Three children's file were reviewed. 1) Two children's files had some incomplete information. 2) One child's Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) did not include possible consequences if the medication is not administered and possible side effects of medication - signed and dated by the child's doctor.
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The attendance for the day of the visit was reviewed. Documentation did not include the time that the children arrived at the program.
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Review of the practice evacuation drill log showed that the program has not been practicing leaving the building through alternative exits as well as the primary exits.
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1) Medication was stored in an unlocked cabinet. However, the medication was stored accessible to children. 2) One child's emergency medication prescription label (doctor authorization) had expired 12/17/20; however, the medication did not expire unitl 4/21.
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Children's Records - R Apr 2025
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Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios (2)
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Emergency Evacuation Logs
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Medication Storage; Medication Container/Label
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