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License #11SMA0004 · Center · Child Care Center
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Ensure that a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is maintained in all areas used by the children.
Repair or replace ripped changing mat in Room 3.
Repair broken table in Play Area.
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Develop and follow a policy for the administration of medication at the center.
Ensure that each child's bedding and sleeping equipment are stored separately.
Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions.
Ensure a self-made solution of bleach and water is made daily and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Develop a written policy for the use of television, computers and other technology.
Ensure garbage receptacles are securely covered if used for diapers or food.
Maintain at the center and distribute to all families and staff, a copy of the Information to Parents document designated by the OOL; maintain on file a record of parental and staff receipt of the policy.
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.
Provide documentation that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Ensure that all surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting.
Ensure the center's social media policy includes all required components; maintain on file a record of parental and staff receipt of the policy.
Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Provide one evacuation crib for every four non-ambulatory children in the center.
Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in Room 1.
Maintain at the center and distribute to all families, a written policy on expulsion that includes all required components; maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the policy.
Ensure shelving is secure in Room 2.
Ensure that the center director designee completes the OOL's Understanding Licensing training within 90 days of hire.
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.
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 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.
Maintain at the center and distribute to all families, a written policy on the release of children that includes all required components; maintain on file a record of parental and staff receipt of the policy.
Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 3.
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually.
Repair shelf in Room 2.
Provide a current fire certificate as required.
Provide a current health certificate as required.
Remove bugs from light fixtures.
Dust vents in room 7.
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 1 staff completes a CHRI background check as required.
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal.
Ensure that all licensed approved areas are maintained as a classroom. Rooms 3 & 4 are currently being used for storage.
Ensure that at least two staff have updated CPR.
Replace stained ceiling tile in room 7.
As pertains to renewal CARI's.
Update staff records checklist.
Complete yearly orientation.
Repair or replace plastic on toy stove in hallway.
Repair and/or replace climber in room 7.
Replace stained ceiling tile next to play area exit door.
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
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.
Repair and/or remove all broken and/or rusted toys from the outdoor play area.
Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. Classroom 1 had 7 children ages 18 months-2.5 years of age with 1 staff; wherein 2 staff were required.
Post a diagram which includes egress from the outdoor play area.
Dust vents in room 2.
Complete water testing for lead and copper from faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation.
Conduct two lockdown drills yearly.