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Quincy MA 02169 · License #P-170362 · Center · Center-Based Care
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Staff Records
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Staff First Aid Training
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Allergies, medical info, special diets, emergency medications; privacy protected
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EEC license
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit; Exit signs and diagrams as required
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Data synced from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Violation
Evacuation drill log, all groups
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A sampling of staff files was reviewed. 1) Eleven staff files for staff who had been employed for 6+ months did not have current First Aid Certification. 2) Two staff files did not include evidence of staff orientation.
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Eleven staff members had been employed for 6+ months and did not have current First Aid Certification.
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The Allergy/Medical Condition List included an inaccurate dosage of medication for a child with emergency medication.
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The EEC license was not posted.
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In the preschool classroom, written evacuation plans were not posted at each exit.
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The Fire Drill documentation was reviewed. Drill information for March and April of 2026 did not include the route(s) used during the fire drill. The May 2026 documentation did not include all required drill documentation.
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Staff First Aid Training - R Apr 2025
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Medication
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One staff member who has been at the program for 6+ months did not show current First Aid certification.
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One medication reviewed was not in its original box.
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Staff First Aid Training - R Apr 2025
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Electrical Cord
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Food Menu's
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Kitchen refrigerator temperature
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Food stored in clean/covered containers
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Building Inspection and Fire Inspection - R Apr 2025
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Outdoor Space - R Apr 2025
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Allergy/Medical Condition List
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit
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Toxic Substances
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Medication
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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A sampling of staff files was reviewed. 1) One staff file was missing a 2nd reference check, a current physical exam, a 2nd dose of MMR or proof of immunity, current First Aid certification, and a bi-monthly observation in May 2025. 2) One staff file was missing a 2nd MMR or proof of immunity, and the April bi-monthly observation. 3) One staff file was missing application/resume, documentation of interview, evidence of 2 reference checks, a current physical exam, 2 doses of MMR or proof of immunity, documentation of staff orientation, and current First Aid Certification.
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Violation
A sampling of staff files was reviewed. The staff files for two staff members who have been at the program for six months or more did not include a current First Aid Certification.
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In the Toddler 1 classroom, there was a lamp plugged into the wall. The lamp cord was loose and accessible to the children. Strings and cords longer than six inches that are not part of recreational or educational materials, including, but not limited to, cords on window blinds, curtains, or shades, must be kept out of children's reach.
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The Program Director was unable to provide EEC with the April 2025 menu. The program must keep previous menus on file for one year.
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The refrigerator in the kitchen did not include a thermometer. Therefore, EEC was unable to determine if food requiring refrigeration was being stored between 32°F and 40°F.
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In the kitchen, several bags of open food were not stored in a clean/covered container.
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The program does not have a current Building Inspection. Please email EEC when a current inspection has been uploaded to the document library.
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1) In the Toddler and Preschool playgrounds, the sandbox covering was stored on the ground next to the sandbox, which caused a potential hazard to children. 2) In the preschool playground, 2 sections included a large amount of sand on the poured rubber surface, which made the surface slippery and a potential hazard to children.
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The Allergy/Medical Condition List did not include three items to which the child was allergic.
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In Infant 1 and Infant 2 classrooms, the written evacuation plans were not posted at each exit.
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In the Toddler 1 classroom, 3 packages of baby wipes were on the changing table, accessible to the children.
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One child had 2 medications. Neither medication was in its original box.
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Two children's Individual Health Care Plans included a second dosage of medication should the child still be showing signs of an allergic reaction after administration of the 1st dosage. These 2 children only had one dose and must have 2 doses available according to the IHC Plan.
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Allergy/Medical Condition List
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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A sampling of staff files was reviewed. 1) One staff file included the last bi-monthly observation in 12/23. The next bi-monthly observation was due in 2/23 and had not been conducted. 2) One staff file included a bi-monthly observation in 10/23 and 3/24. Observations must be made bi-monthly.
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One child's file included that they were allergic to cats, oak derivatives, and Cephalexin. This information was not included on the program's Allergy/Medical Condition List.
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In all classrooms visited at the renewal visit, written evacuation plans with diagrams were not posted at the secondary/alternate exits.
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One child's Individual Health Care Plan included a medication dosage of 1 teaspoon (5 ML). The prescription label on the medication included a dosage of 2.5 ML. The program must ensure that all dosage information is consistent.
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Indoor Space
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Allergies, medical info, special diets, emergency medications; privacy protected
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Evacuation drill log, all groups
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Refrigerator temp. between 32-40 degrees; working thermometer in refrigerator
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Staff monitor environment for hazards-Hazardous items not accessible to children
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Several classrooms visited had the corners of some newly purchased rugs that were curling and a potential tripping hazard to children,
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One child was allergic to a medication. This information was not noted on the Allergy/Medical Condition List.
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The written fire drill documentation did not include the route used. The program must practice alternative routes of exiting the building.
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Two children's Individuall Health Care Plans did not include the consequences should the medication not be administered approved by the child's doctor.
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The thermometer in infant 2 classroom read 48F and in Toddler 2 read 45F. Food requiring refigeration must be stored between 32F-40F
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1) The preschool and toddler playground had a lot of sand from the sandbox on the ground cover which made this slippery and a potential hazard for children. 2) The toddler playground sand box was open for children to use. The cover of the sandbox was 1/2 in and 1/2 out of the sandbox which caused a potential tripping hazard to children.
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Food stored in clean/covered containers
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Indoor Space
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Refrigerator temp. between 32-40 degrees; working thermometer in refrigerator
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There were several opened crackers/food packages that were not stored in a covered container.
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A plunger and toilet bowl brush was in the PS bathroom accessible to children.
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The thermometer in the Preschool Classroom refrigerator read 50F, in the Infant 2 Classroom read 45F and in the kitchen read 48F. Food requiring refrigeration must be stored between 32F-40F.
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Children's Records - R Apr 2025
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Indoor Space
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Physical Space Paint
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One child's file did not include current Lead Test results.
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In the K-Prep program, there was a looped telephone cord hanging down at children's level.
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There was a small amount of chipping paint on the wall in the K-prep classroom.
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Children's Records - R Apr 2025
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IHC Plans
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Emergency Evacuation Logs
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Medication Storage; Medication Container/Label
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Three children's files were reviewed. One child's file did not include evidence of a [REDACTED] test and results.
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Medication and required documentation were reviewed for two children. 1) One child who had medication did not have an IHC Plan. 2) One child's IHC Plan did not include possible side effects of the medication and this plan was not signed/dated by the child's doctor.
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The programs practice evacation drill logs for the past year were reviewed. It was noted that the program is not conducting drills during different times of the program day. The drills jdocumentation reviewed were all conducted in the morning.
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One child's Authorization for Medication Form did not include the name, address and phone number of the doctor.
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