Asbury Child Development Center

3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Based on staff statements and a review of facility files, it was determined that the file for Child #1 (infant age) did not contain documentation of the most current feeding schedule written by the parent, as staff indicated the feeding schedule had been sent home on the child's last day in care on 5/8/26. Staff further reported that on 5/5/26, staff did not follow the feeding schedule previously on file as staff indicated the room being "too hectic," resulting in Child #1 not given pureed foods as requested by the parent.

Corrected by May 12, 2026

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3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

On May 12, 2026, at approximately 10:25 a.m., Staff Persons #1 and #2 were observed supervising 12 preschool-age children in Room 123. When asked to identify the children in their assigned supervision groups, Staff Person #1 referred to the supervision board displaying the posted group list and read aloud the names of 5 preschool-age children. However, when asked to physically identify the 5 children assigned to their supervision group, Staff Person #1 stated they were unable to do so. Staff Person #2 then identified 6 preschool-age children assigned to their supervision group, resulting in 1 preschool-age child remaining unaccounted for.

Corrected by May 12, 2026

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3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

According to staff statements, on 2/16/26 at approximately 5:00 PM in the toddler gym, Child #1 was observed holding a vaping device, which was immediately removed from the child's possession. It was determined the child picked up the device that was inadvertently left accessible to children by a staff person who was in the room previously.

Corrected by Feb 19, 2026

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3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

According to staff statements, on 2/16/26 at approximately 5:00 PM in the toddler gym, Child #1 was observed holding a vaping device, which was immediately removed from the child's possession. It was determined the child picked up the device that was inadvertently left accessible to children by a staff person who was in the room previously. Although vape devices typically contain nicotine and other chemicals toxic to children, the device was not specifically labeled with the toxics contained in this particular device.

Corrected by Feb 19, 2026

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3270.166(5) · An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.

According to staff statements, at times infants in care, including those age 6 months and younger, are not held while being bottle fed. Instead they are placed on boppy pillows and staff use small stuffed animals/dolls to prop the bottles.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2026

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3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

According to staff statements, Facility Persons #1 and #2, while working in Room 102, have been heard using a harsh tone of voice with children in their care.

Corrected by Dec 19, 2025

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3270.113(e) · A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.

According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 has been observed, in Room 102, taping the legs of children in their care together while the children are sitting in their high chairs, in an apparent attempt to stop them from kicking the bottom of the high chair trays.

Corrected by Dec 19, 2025

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3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

There was no health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form on file for child #8.

Corrected by Oct 8, 2025

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3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

The most recent emergency plan training completed and documented on file for Facility Persons #1 & #4 were each completed more than 12 months after the previously documented emergency plan training.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

The NSOR clearances on file for Facility Person #2 were dated 12/19/20 and then 12/20/2025. The NSOR clearances on file for Facility Person #4 were dated 5/6/2020 and then 5/7/2025. The only completed criminal history clearance on file for Facility Person #4, employed at the facility since 2019, was dated 7/26/25. A previous pending criminal history clearance from 9/6/19 was also on file for Facility Person #4. Clearances on file for Facility Person #6 were dated as follows: criminal history 7/22/19 & 7/22/25; child abuse 7/22/19 & 9/11/2025; FBI 8/1/2019 & 7/29/2025; NSOR 4/8/2020 & 5/6/2025.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

There was an uncovered outlet on a wall in the toddler gym.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2025

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3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

There was a tube of diaper cream on the counter in the restroom counter in Room 108. There were diaper creams in an unlocked cabinet below the changing table in Room 104. In Room 121, there was Purex and orange spray cleaner under the sink that was equipped with childproof latches that were not functioning.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

The first aid kit in Room 103 did not include tape.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

There was peeling paint on the bottom of the walls near sinks in Room 121 and Room 123.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2025

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3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

There were no required handwashing signs at a toilet in room 110, and a toilet in each of the boys' and girls' restrooms.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

In Room 120, where older toddlers were observed in care, there were foam blocks with bite marks.and accessible empty plastic bags in cubbies and in a bottom drawer next to the sink. In the toddler gym there were torn foam balls.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

There was a cot in use in Room 104 with less than 2 feet of space on 3 sides.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

There was no thermometer in the refrigerator in Room 104.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2025

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3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

There were no completed child service reports on file for children #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #7 and #8, all enrolled at the facility for more than 6 months.

Corrected by Nov 24, 2025

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3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

There was no work phone number for the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form on file for child #8.

Corrected by Oct 8, 2025

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3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The addresses for all release persons were not listed on the emergency contact forms on file for children #4, #5 and #9.

Corrected by Oct 8, 2025

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3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

The emergency contact forms and agreements on file for children #1, #2, #4, #6 and #7 were reviewed, updated, and signed by parents more than 6 months after the previous review/update.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

The current health assessments on file for children #4 and #8 were completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessments on file.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.134(e) · A child shall have a labeled toothbrush if brushing teeth is a program activity.

There were 4 toothbrushes in Room 105 that were not labeled with the names of the children who use them.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2025

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3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

There were no nonfamily written references on file for Facility Person #4.

Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

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3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

The following training documentation was on file for the indicated staff persons: For Facility Person #1, during the review period of 1/2024-1/2025, 7.25 hours of training documented and signed by the training entity as well as 4 hours of training documented by a sign-in sheet not signed by the trainer. For Facility Person #3, during the review period of 12/2023-12/2024, 9.75 hours of training documented and signed by the training entity as well as 3 hours of training documented by a sign-in sheet not signed by the trainer. For Facility Person #5, during the review period of 8/2024-8/2025, 10.75 hours of training documented and signed by the training entity as well as 5 hours of training documented by a sign-in sheet not signed by the trainer.

Corrected by Nov 3, 2025

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3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

There were bottles of cleaner/sanitizing solution not labeled with the contents in Rooms 102, 104, 120, 121 and 123.

Corrected by May 6, 2025

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3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

There were diaper creams stored in a low, unlocked cabinet in reach of children in rooms 102 and 120.

Corrected by May 6, 2025

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3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

There were medicated eye drops present for a child in Room 101 without the parents written consent to administer the medication.

Corrected by May 6, 2025

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3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

The certificate of compliance posted at the facility was expired.

Corrected by May 6, 2025

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3270.135(e) · A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled.

Diaper changing records reviewed indicate that on 3/12/25, one child in room 102 was changed at 7:00 AM and then not again until 9:25 AM. Staff stated the child's diaper was not checked in between these changes.

Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

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3270.135(c) · The diapering area may not be used for food preparation or food service.

There were infant bottles at the sink in the changing area used for handwashing after diapering.in Room 102.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Documentation of emergency plan training on file for Facility Persons #1, #2 and #3 indicate the current, most recent emergency plan training was conducted for these staff more that 12 months after the previous emergency plan training.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

There was an uncovered outlet on a power strip on the floor in Room 124.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

There was a spray bottle containing a cleaner in a cabinet in Room 122, not labeled with the contents. There was a bottle of bleach water in a cabinet in Room 125, next to containers of cereal.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

There was no first aid kit in Room 105.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Rooms 101, 104, and 123 were not set up for child care, but rather were used as storage where furniture and equipment not in use were kept. Some pieces of equipment were dissembled. Due to the furniture and equipment in the rooms, children would not have space to play and safely receive care.

Corrected by Oct 28, 2024

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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

There were areas of peeling paint in Room 120 on the wall above a toilet and in Room 121 on the wall to the left upon entry into the room.

Corrected by Oct 18, 2024

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3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

There were no handwashing signs at the two toilets in Room 120, the two toilets in Room 124, the 2 toilets and 2 sinks in Room 122, and a sink in Room 105.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

There was splintering on two corners of a wooden lid on a sensory table in Room 125.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

There were empty plastic bags in a low drawer, in reach of children, in Room 102 where infants and young toddlers receive care.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

There was no thermometer in the refrigerator in Room 120.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Original agreements were on file for children #1- #5.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

The medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Toddler Gym.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2024

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3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

In room 101 it was observed that an operating thermometer was missing in the refrigerator.

Corrected by Oct 11, 2023

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3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

The most recent annual written evaluations in the files for Staff Person #1 and #2 exceeded 12 months between evaluations. Staff Person #1: 5/18/20-6/13/21. Staff Person #2: 5/20/20-6/14/21.

Corrected by Nov 2, 2021

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3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

The refrigerator in Room #101 lacked a thermometer.

Corrected by Nov 2, 2021

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3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

The emergency contact form in the file for Child #1 did not include the physician's address or phone number.

Corrected by Nov 30, 2021

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3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #1 did not include the work address and work phone number for the enrolling parent.

Corrected by Nov 30, 2021

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3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

The emergency transportation plan was not posted in the gym.

Corrected by Nov 2, 2021

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3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

The current certificate of compliance, and information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office were not posted at the facility.

Corrected by Nov 2, 2021

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