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3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

During the renewal inspection on 8/14/2025, the files for child #1 and child #2 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form for child #1 did not have the physician's phone number included, and the form for child #2 did not have the physician's address included.

Corrected by Aug 14, 2025

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3280.124(b)(4)/3280.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

During the renewal inspection on 8/14/2025, the file for child #1 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include written consent signed by a parent for the facility to administer emergency medical care.

Corrected by Aug 14, 2025

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3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

During the renewal inspection on 8/14/2025, the file for child #1 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include written consent signed by a parent for the facility to administer minor first aid.

Corrected by Aug 14, 2025

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3280.66(a) · 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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

During the allocated unannounced inspection on 6/18/2025, it was observed that Lysol spray and disinfectant wipes were on top of the cubbies near the entryway and it was accessible to the children.

Corrected by Jun 18, 2025

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3280.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 6/18/2025 it was observed that there was chipped paint on the living room wall near the steps.

Corrected by Jun 25, 2025

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3280.26(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative observed that the facility Emergency Plan did not have accommodations for children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.

Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

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3280.192(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.

During renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for staff #3 and the file did not contain two written non-family references.

Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

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3280.31(e)(4)(i)/3280.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and CPR. All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

During renewal inspection on 7/8/2024, Certification representative reviewed staff person #2, and staff person #3 files. Staff person #2 had an invalid CPR certificate from the CPR International Institute which is an online only course and is not an acceptable PQAS certified trainer. Staff person #3 did not have verification of the completion of Pediatric CPR/First Aid Training. (See code sheet for start dates)

Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

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3280.102(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.

During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative observed that the rugs in the front main room were not secure to the floor and they were a tripping hazard.

Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

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3280.108(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative observed that the shelves and cubbies in the front main room and the upstairs room were not secure to the floor or the wall and they were a tipping hazard.

Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

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3280.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative observed child #1 exiting the basement area and he was left unsupervised when staff #1 came upstairs to meet with Certification Representative.

Corrected by Jul 8, 2024

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3280.124(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.

During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative viewed the files for child #2 and child #3 and the Emergency Contact Form for each child did not have the Health Insurance Carrier and the insurance policy number listed.

Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

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3280.124(f)/3280.181(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.

During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for child #4 and the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement had not been updated as required.

Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

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3280.124(b)(5)/3280.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

During renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, the review of the file for child # 4 did not include information on the Emergency contact form about the child's health insurance provider and policy number. There was no information provided about the child having any special needs.

Corrected by Sep 8, 2023

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3280.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

During the renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, the file for child #4 was reviewed. The physical examination did not contain a statement that the child was able to participate in child care and appeared to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Corrected by Sep 8, 2023

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3280.192(6) · A record shall include a copy of records of training required by the Department.

During the renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, the file for staff #1 did not contain documentation of any annual training.

Corrected by Sep 8, 2023

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3280.24(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.

During the renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, there was not a posting of the regulations or how to access them, nor how to contact the Regional office.

Corrected by Sep 8, 2023

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3280.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, the files for children #1 and 5 did not contain a copy of a physical examination.

Corrected by Sep 8, 2023

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3280.20 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

During the initial inspection the Certification Rep requested to view the emergency plan, The provider did not include her plan for continuity of care.

Corrected by Mar 23, 2023

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3280.20 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

During the initial inspection the rep requested to see the complete file of staff 1 and observed that the one-hour health and safety training was missing.

Corrected by Mar 20, 2023

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3280.26(a)(1)/3280.26(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

During the initial inspection the Certification Rep requested to review the emergency plan and observed that the plan did not include a section for shelter/lock, accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with disabilities.

Corrected by Mar 23, 2023

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