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License #100700038 · Center · Child Care Center
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Ensure that the children go outdoors daily.
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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Replace or repair the cracked light cover in room 7.
Provide documentation from the manufacturer or a certified playground inspector indicating that the playground equipment meets ASTM F1487 (or ASTM F2373 for children under 2.5 years of age). Provide documentation that the playground surfacing meets ASTM F1292.
Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff.
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually.
Provide a current fire certificate as required.
Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Replace the tile in the hallway on the 2nd floor near the exit sign.
Ensure that community playground equipment used by the children complies with the Playground Safety Subcode.
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 all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.
Replace or repair hallway lights on the second floor by room 6.
Based on complaint # 22889, ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time.
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.
Based upon complaint # 22742 the center shall ensure all mechanical ventilation is kept clean throughout the center.
Based on complaint # 22677, ensure that the center is free of infestation of mice and maintain documentation on file.
Ensure that the diapering area is not used to prepare or store infant bottles. There were several bottles in the bathroom sink.
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. There are 16 CARIs missing.
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a updated Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
This center inspection inspection recorded no violations or advisories.
Update the social media policy to include all required components.
Ensure at least two staff members who are present in the center during the center's operating hours have CPR First Aid certification.
Ensure the release policy contains all required components.
Replace the stained ceiling tiles in classroom 1, including the restroom in classroom 1.
Submit an updated staff records checklist.
Replenish the mulch.
Submit an updated health certificate to the OOL.
Ensure at minimum, two lockdown drills are conducted annually.
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. There are 4 missing orientation trainings.
Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center, one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable, and all children are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.
Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.
Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. At inspectors request the items were moved.
Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in room 3.
Provide at least four different activity areas with at least four types of supplies and equipment for children under 18 months in room 2.
Ensure that the center director completes the OOL's Understanding Licensing training within 90 days of hire.
Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications are present at the center at all times and that the training includes a hands-on component in addition to any online training.
Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Ensure that each child's bedding and sleeping equipment are labeled with the child's name in room 1.
Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan in room 6.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the broken cabinet door in room 7.
Ensure the special care plan is signed by the health care provider in room 4.
Provide a current health certificate as required.
Ensure that the director meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Retrain all staff on supervising and tracking children.
Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487). Remove the yellow and green slide from the small playground.
Ensure that all cribs, cots and sleeping equipment are arranged to provide access to a three foot wide aisle that leads to an exit.
Provide a current fire certificate as required.
Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. There is 1 missing due to capacity increase.
Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. In classroom 4B, staff stated they had 6 children, when 7 were present.
Ensure that the center completes and maintains a medication log that includes the date and time medication was administered and the name of the staff who administered it.
Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CHRI background check are directly supervised by another staff member. There was a staff alone with 2 children without a cleared CHRI.
Replace stained ceiling tile in room 7.
Ensure that toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition.
Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan.
Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the date in room 3.
Ensure that crib sheets are tight and secure in room 3.
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 for two named children. Ensure that all Epi-Pens are accompanied by a special care plan. The special care plan was missing for one named child.
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Cover the water pipes in the outdoor play area.
Ensure that the fence surrounding the outdoor play area is maintained in good condition. Repair and/or replace the broken posts on the fence in the outdoor play area. Ensure that the 10 inch opening under the white gate is enclosed.
Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection several staff were unable to give an accurate count of how many children were present in the rooms.
Based upon complaint number 22218, ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection there were 9 children in room 4B whereas the occupancy for that room is 8. In room 1 there were 18 children and the capacity is 17.
Based on complaint number 22287, ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center.
Based on complaint number 22379, ensure that the center is free of infestations and maintain documentation on file.
Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection there were 13 children 18 months - 2.5 years and 1 child 2.5-3 with 2 staff when 3 were needed.
Provide an MOU stating that the center will notify OOL prior to any construction beyond cosmetic enhancements taking place.
Develop a written policy for the use of television.
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. There are 19 CHRIs missing. 10/25/2022- There are 10 CHRIs missing. 1/5/2023- There are 2 CHRIs missing. 6/20/2023 - There is 1 CHRI missing.
Based on complaint number 22218, ensure that the center's outdoor play area is free of infestations of mice and ticks and maintain documentation on file.
Retrain staff in Infant room complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
Repair or replace the diaper mat in room 1.
Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection children were allowed to walk from the 1st floor to the 2nd floor unsupervised. The children were also able to leave their classrooms to get items from their cubbies unsupervised. 7/7/23 - At the time of the inspection 7 children were left unsupervised in room 4B.
Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection there were 9 children 18 months - 2.5 years in room 3 with 1 staff when 2 staff were needed.
Remove dust from mechanical ventilation in room 1.
Repair and/or replace sleeping equipment that is in disrepair in room 3.
Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal. There are 5 Renewal CARIs missing. 1/18/2023- There is 1 Renewal CARI missing.
Ensure that all sleeping equipment is free of pillows and soft bedding when occupied by a sleeping child.
Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for the children that indicate the children's arrival and departure times.
Complete accident reports as required, including the time of notification.
Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CARI and CHRI background check are directly supervised by another staff member. There were 2 visiting therapists alone with children.
Ensure all credentialed staff and the director designee, complete 20 hours of continuing staff development.
Ensure staff in classrooms 1 & 3 have age related training for staff working with children under the age of 2.5 years.
Ensure staff files contain all documents as required by the staff record's checklist including physicals and Mantoux results.
Update the center's chain of command. Be sure to include the staff's responsibilities and title in the document.
Ensure three staff members receive a CARI check and maintain the clearance letters on file at the center.
Ensure three staff members receive a CHRI check and maintain the clearance letters on file at the center. 9/16/2020-The three new staff members are no longer employed at the center.
Complete and submit the renewal attestation form.
Develop a parental notification policy which includes use of the app the center uses to communicate with families. Secure each parent's signature of receipt and maintain the signatures on file at the center.
Ensure all staff, including the sponsor, receive a renewal CARI check. Maintain the clearance letters on file at the center.
Ensure all non credentialed staff complete 12 hours of continuing staff development.
The center's fire panel was in trouble mode. The director called the monitoring company who confirmed the center is being monitored.
Provide the declaration page.
Ensure the special care plan is maintained on file with the epi pen in classroom 1.
Ensure all staff receive a copy of the center's discipline policy and secure each staff member's receipt of the policy.
Provide the water test and supplemental water forms.
Ensure all staff including the credentialed staff obtain the required number of training hours. Submit the training logs to the OOL.
Ensure one staff member receives a CHRI check and maintain the clearance letter on file at the center. 5/17/2019- 1 CHRI clearance letter outstanding.
Ensure staff working with infant and toddlers receive the age related training.
Ensure four staff members receive a CARI check and maintain a clearance letter on file at the center. 5/17/2019- 1 Outstanding CARI clearance letter needed.