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License #CCC120062 · Center · Child Care Center
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Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.
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Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.
Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including nasal secretions. When on the playground, ensure staff use hand sanitizer until they are able to wash their hands.
Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292.
Repair the driveway and parking lot that is in disrepair. The driveway has large potholes that obstruct driving and will impede emergency vehicles access to the center in a timely manner.
Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal.
Ensure a self-made solution of bleach and water is made daily and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Ensure that each child's sippy cup and all children's reusable tumblers are labeled with children's names.
Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in Room 7.
Cease the use of blankets for children under 12 months of age in Room 7.
Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. Ensure snow removal is completed before the center opens to receive children. Observation revealed the emergency egress on the lower level when children under 2 1/2 are located was completed obstructed by snow.
Ensure that all staff complete a re-training on positive guidance and discipline. Submit proof of completion to OOL.
Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Ensure teacher's handbags are inaccessible to children in Room 2.
Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required.
Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. Remove the deadbolt lock from the secondary lighted emergency exit or provide written documentation from the Fire Official allowing the removal of the designated emergency egress.
Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. Four newly hired staff did not have documentation of a cleared CHRI available to review.
Based on report, ensure that adequate feeding procedures are adhered to at all times, including ensuring that infants are served the correct bottles.
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for four newly hired staff.
Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH. The posted certificate expired 2/19/26.
Ensure that all staff who have not completed the required orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member. Four newly hired staff did not have documentation of the completion of orientation training.
This center inspection inspection recorded no violations or advisories.
Ensure that the center completes and maintains a medication log that includes the child's name and parent authorization to administer medication.
Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required.
Ensure that the center uses a self made solution of bleach and water made in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and is mixed daily.
Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Replace windows that have cracks.
Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487). Provide certification documents for the large play piece .
Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.
Ensure that all cribs, cots and sleeping equipment are arranged to provide access to a three foot wide aisle that leads to an exit.
Ensure that diapering surfaces and underneath the pad are clean in Room 7.
Ensure that the diapering area is within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation in Room 7.
Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. Ensure that copper testing is completed; only lead was previously conducted.
Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file.
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Ensure that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Remove the phone chargers and dangling wires near the teacher's desk in Room 2 that pose a hazard to the children.
Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required. Ensure the required allergy medication is obtained and kept at the center.
Ensure that the center completes and maintains a medication log that includes the child's name and parent authorization to administer medication.
Ensure that classrooms that care for children over 18 months of age provide at least five different activity areas and that each area contains at least five different types of supplies and equipment.
Ensure that all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective coverings.
Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years of age have training specific to this age group initiated within 90 days of hire and completed within one year.