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1305 Winchester Road, Memphis TN 38116 · License #123455515 · Center · Child Care
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CI 1.7: Building and physical premises safety
Wipes labeled keep out of reach were placed on a shelf above the sink. There was a hanging cord from the radio next to the children's cubby.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
CI 1.10:Supervision
The mealtime supervision plan was not posted.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
CI 1.11: Background Checks
The was a summer program student working at the agency who's background had not been cleared.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.
Summary of Safety Plan Monitoring Visit and Complaint Investigation The visit conducted today included monitoring of the agency's compliance with Licensing Rules and Regulations and safety plan monitoring and complaint investigation. If any violations were received, details can be observed in the compliance details section of the visit along with corresponding corrective action plans. The menu that was posted was for May. The agency did not have a current menu posted in any of their classrooms. The director printed and posted current menus in every class.
Disposition: Yes
Summary of Visit QRIS and Complaint Investigation The visit conducted today included monitoring of the agency's compliance with Licensing Rules and Regulations and QRIS and complaint Investigation QRIS and complaint Investigation. If any violations were received, details can be observed in the compliance details section of the visit along with corresponding corrective action plans. LC did not observe a calendar or weather chart in the toddler's class.
Disposition: Not Applicable
Summary of Complaint Visit The visit conducted today included monitoring of the agency's compliance with Licensing Rules and Regulations and a complaint. If any violations were received, details can be observed in the compliance details section of the visit along with corresponding corrective action plans. Summary of QRIS Monitoring Visit The visit conducted today included monitoring of the agency's compliance with Licensing Rules and Regulations and scoring of the QRIS. If any violations were received, details can be observed in the compliance details section of the visit along with corresponding corrective action plans. The wooden frame of the building is separated from the wall. This document was not observed. This doucemnt was not observed. The center is not affiliated with an accreditation program. Staff did not have a copy of the annual evaluations in the file. This information was not observed.
Disposition: Not Applicable
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E 3.2: Weekly menu posted and followed. Substitutions noted in advance of meal.
Menu was dated April.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
E 3.15: Universal and standard precautions are used when handling/cleaning and disposal of bodily fluids.
Proper procedures were not followed during toileting/diapering routines.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.5: Activities with planned instruction followed and teacher influenced.
A lesson plan was not posted.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.8: Review of Curriculum/Lesson Planning
A lesson plan was not posted.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
1240-04-01-.06 · 1240-04-01-.06 Staff
There were five students working at the center for the summer for more than 36 hours and had not completed a physical exam.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.07 · 1240-04-01-.07 Criminal Background Check and State Registry/Records Review Procedures
The was a summer program student working at the agency who's background had not been cleared.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
CI 1.8: Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, child maltreatment *Score NA if this is a school age only program.
An educator did not complete shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma/child maltreatment training prior to starting employment.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
CI 1.10:Supervision
The name to face roll call was not conducted before leaving to go outside, upon arriving outside, nor returning inside from outdoor play.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.6 Children see and interact with print materials.
Although there were lots of print materials intergrated throughout the classroom, books were only placed in the book center.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.8: Review of Curriculum/Lesson Planning
Documentation not provided.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
1240-04-01-.06 · 1240-04-01-.06 Staff
An educator did not complete shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma/child maltreatment training prior to starting employment.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2026
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
E1.5: Activities with planned instruction followed and teacher influenced.
The 3-5-year-old class did not have a current lesson plan.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.8: Review of Curriculum/Lesson Planning
The 3- 5-year-old class did not have a current lesson plan.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
CI 1.2: Emergency preparedness and response planning. The child care provider shall comply with all other requirements related to emergency preparedness provided under T.C.A. § 71-3-517
The last fire drill was documented for April 28, 2025. Documentation of agency's Fire drills did not display monthly drills.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
1240-04-01-.05 · 1240-04-01-.05 Ownership, Organization, and Administration
LC Moore made an unannounced visit to the agency on July 15, 2025, and observed that the most recent fire drill was recorded on April 28, 2025. The agency's documentation does not demonstrate that fire drills are conducted on a monthly basis.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
CI 1.2: Emergency preparedness and response planning. The child care provider shall comply with all other requirements related to emergency preparedness provided under T.C.A. § 71-3-517
The agency did not have documentation of one emergency drill, other than fire, conducted quarterly.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.5: Activities with planned instruction followed and teacher influenced.
Lesson plan was not updated and did not relate to what was observed.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.8: Review of Curriculum/Lesson Planning
Lesson plan was not current.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E3.3: Clear & Appropriate behavior expectations are given.
Infant class did not have any classroom rules posted.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
1240-04-01-.05 · 1240-04-01-.05 Ownership, Organization, and Administration
The agency did not produce documentation of one emergency drill, other than fire, conducted quarterly.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
CI 1.8: Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, child maltreatment *Score NA if this is a school age only program.
The educator Magnolia Cole was working in the classroom with the children unsupervised without completing the Shaken Baby, the rules and regulations training, and before you begin training.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
1240-04-01-.06 · 1240-04-01-.06 Staff
An educator was working in the classroom with the children unsupervised without completing the Shaken Baby, the rules and regulations training and before you begin training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 4, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.13 · 1240-04-01-.13 Food and Food Service
The menu that was posted was for May. The agency did not have a current menu posted in any of their classrooms. The director printed and posted current menus in every class.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
E1.6 Children see and interact with print materials.
LC did not observe a calendar or weather chart in the toddler's class.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
CI 1.7: Building and physical premises safety
The wooden frame of the building is separated from the wall.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
CI 1.8: Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, child maltreatment *Score NA if this is a school age only program.
This document was not observed.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
E 4.2: Preparing child and family for successful transitions at each care level *Score NA if School-Age Only Program or if Family/Group home with no transitions.
This doucemnt was not observed.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
E 4.4: Accreditation
The center is not affiliated with an accreditation program.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
E 4.7: Hiring Practices/Annual Evaluations
Staff did not have a copy of the annual evaluations in the file.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
E 4.8: Orientation *Score NA if no new staff
This information was not observed.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
1240-04-01-.06 · 1240-04-01-.06 Staff
Staff was observed working unsupervised with children, although the educator qualifications had not been met.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.11 · 1240-04-01-.11 Supervision
Children were left unattended during nap. Therefore, supervision was not maintained.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.22 · 1240-04-01-.22 Specific Requirements for Child Care Centers
Children were left unattended during nap. Therefore, the adult: child ratio was not maintained.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
CI 1.11: Background Checks
Kitchen staff was left unsupervised with a child in the toddler room.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
1240-04-01-.07 · 1240-04-01-.07 Criminal Background Check and State Registry/Records Review Procedures
Kitchen staff had not completed a background check.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.11 · 1240-04-01-.11 Supervision
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.08 · 1240-04-01-.08 Record Keeping
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.12 · 1240-04-01-.12 Health and Safety
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.12 · 1240-04-01-.12 Health and Safety
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
CI 1.1: Required adult : child ratios and group sizes maintained at all times.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.1:Choice/Balance of Teacher & Child initiated activities. (opportunities for children to feel motivated to explore and learn).
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.3: Offering developmentally appropriate activities, (reading, writing, play, sorting, self-care, outdoor play) use wide range of language when engaging and allow children to build imagination, independence, and to develop a love of learning.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.6 Children see and interact with print materials.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.7: Language used with children is enriching and educational.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E2.1: Educator engages in activities with the children (serve & return interactions).
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E2.2: Educators respond to/interact with children consistently in a warm, encouraging manner.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E2.3: Educators show regard for child perspective/extend learning opportunities through effective use of questioning, listening, and responding (allow child-initiated activities/interactions as appropriate, elicit child ideas, encourage child talk).
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E3.1: : Appropriate behavior interventions based upon age and development of children (positive guidance/focusing on positive behavior) and reasonable/appropriate discipline-redirection that a child can understand (without being shaming, abusive, or injurious).
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E3.3: Clear & Appropriate behavior expectations are given.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E3.4: Conflicts among children are minimized and redirected using positive guidance. if there is no conflict observed, the score is Met
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
1240-04-01-.15 · 1240-04-01-.15 Program Language and Literacy Development
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.15 · 1240-04-01-.15 Program Language and Literacy Development
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.15 · 1240-04-01-.15 Program Language and Literacy Development
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.22 · 1240-04-01-.22 Specific Requirements for Child Care Centers
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.15 · 1240-04-01-.15 Program Language and Literacy Development
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
CI 1.11: Background Checks
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.
E1.7: Language used with children is enriching and educational.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E2.3: Educators show regard for child perspective/extend learning opportunities through effective use of questioning, listening, and responding (allow child-initiated activities/interactions as appropriate, elicit child ideas, encourage child talk).
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E3.1: : Appropriate behavior interventions based upon age and development of children (positive guidance/focusing on positive behavior) and reasonable/appropriate discipline-redirection that a child can understand (without being shaming, abusive, or injurious).
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E3.2: Opportunities for children to acquire social skills and better engage with other children.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E3.3: Clear & Appropriate behavior expectations are given.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E3.4: Conflicts among children are minimized and redirected using positive guidance. if there is no conflict observed, the score is Met
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
This is a new option that is available after 12/20/2022
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
E2.1: Educator engages in activities with the children (serve & return interactions).
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
E2.2: Educators respond to/interact with children consistently in a warm, encouraging manner.
N/A
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: other. Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Annual fire inspection has expired. 1240-04-01-.16 PHYSICAL FACILITIES. (1) A temporary or an annual license shall not be issued unless all of the following requirements are met: (a) An initial and annual inspection verifying compliance with all applicable state and local fire and environmental requirements Action Plan: The agency shall obtain a current fire inspection approval and has paid for the permit..
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2019
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
Assessor Terry Jones observed and reported a small "mattress" in the cozy corner of the agency during the assessment. 1240-04-03-.08 EQUIPMENT FOR CHILDREN.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2017
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.05 OWNERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION (4) Insurance. (a) General liability, automobile liability and medical payment insurance coverage shall be maintained on the operations of the child care agency's facilities and on the vehicles owned, operated or leased by the child care agency and as follows: 1. General liability coverage on the operations of the child care agency facilities shall be maintained in a minimum amount of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) per occurrence and five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) general aggregate coverage. 2. Medical payment coverage shall be maintained in the minimum amount of five thousand dollars ($5,000) for injuries to children resulting from the operation of the child care agency. (c) Documentation that the necessary insurance is in effect, or that the administrative department or other entity is self-insured, shall be maintained in the records of the child care agency and shall be available for review by the Department.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2013
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.05 OWNERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION (7) General Record Requirements. (a) All records required by this Chapter shall be maintained in an organized manner on-site at the agency and shall be immediately available to the Department upon request. (c) Staff records shall be maintained for at least one (1) year following the separation of the staff from the agency. (8) Children¿s Records. (a) General Requirements for Children¿s Records shall include: 1. A current information form, which shall be updated annually and as changes occur, and which shall include: 9. Immunization Record. (i) The agency shall maintain a written record in the child¿s file, as set forth in subparagraphs (b) and (c) below, verifying that the child has been immunized according to current Department of Health guidelines. (ii) Exceptions to this immunization record requirement may be made only if: (I) The child¿s physician or the health department provides a signed and dated statement, giving a medical reason why the child should not be given a specified immunization; or (II) The child¿s parent provides a signed written statement that such immunizations conflict with his/her religious tenets and practices. (b) Preschool Children¿s Record Requirements 2. Before a child under the age of thirty (30) months of age is accepted for care, the parent shall provide proof of a physical examination within three (3) months prior to admission, signed or stamped by a physician or health care provider. This record must be kept on file at the agency.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2013
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.11 FOOD (g) At mealtime, children shall be seated at tables and chairs of appropriate size, and adults shall sit with them.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2013
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY (2) Children shall be immunized in accordance with current Department of Health guidelines unless exempted pursuant to 1240-04-03-.05. The agency shall maintain written policies for the disenrollment of children who fail to comply with Department of Health immunization guidelines in a timely manner.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2013
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.07 STAFF (2) General Staff Qualifications (e) Prior to assuming duties, each new employee shall receive orientation in, and be able to explain: 1. Program philosophy; 2. Job description; 3. Emergency procedures; 4. Policies regarding discipline of children; 5. Policies regarding the reporting of child abuse; and 6. Policies for receiving and dismissing children. (f) Within the first two (2) weeks on the job, each employee (including auxiliary staff, such as bus driver, cook, etc.) shall receive instruction in: 1. Child abuse detection, reporting, and prevention; 2. Parent-center communication; 3. Disease control and health promotion; 4. An overview of licensing requirements; and 5. Information on risks of infection to female employees of childbearing age. (g) All training must be documented in the agency¿s records and be available for review by the Department¿s staff at anytime.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2013
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY. f) All agency staff, including non-caregiving staff, shall receive training every six (6) months regarding procedures to report child abuse and neglect.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2012
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.12 PHYSICAL FACILITIES. (1) Inspections and Compliance with Fire, Health and Safety Standards. (5) Continuing Compliance. Physical facilities shall maintain compliance with all applicable codes as set forth in paragraph (1) above, throughout the licensing year, and shall additionally comply with any updated standards issued by the Department of Health and the State Fire Marshal. (9) Outdoor Play Area. (c) The areas where children play or are cared for shall be properly maintained: 1. A written playground maintenance plan shall be prepared by the agency to address routine, remedial, and preventive maintenance and to designate who is responsible for each maintenance need. 2. A pre-play/care inspection of the outdoor play area shall be completed by the agency before children play outdoors. 3. The play/care areas shall be free of hazardous items or materials unless adequately protected by storage, inaccessibility, proper supervision, or other safety procedures.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2012
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.05 OWNERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION (5) Enrollment Restrictions. (d) The agency shall not admit a child into care until the parent has supplied the agency with a completed application, immunizations record (for children over two (2) months of age), and a health history. (7) General Record Requirements. (a) All records required by this Chapter shall be maintained in an organized manner on-site at the agency and shall be immediately available to the Department upon request. (8) Children¿s Records. (a) General Requirements for Children¿s Records shall include: 6. A copy of the child¿s health history provided by the child¿s parent or other caretaker, which need not be signed or certified by a health care provider, shall be on file in the center and shall be available to appropriate staff. 9. Immunization Record. (i) The agency shall maintain a written record in the child¿s file, as set forth in subparagraphs (b) and (c) below, verifying that the child has been immunized according to current Department of Health guidelines. (b) Preschool Children¿s Record Requirements. 1. Additional information for infants, toddlers and all non-verbal children shall be recorded and shared with parents daily as follows: the time and amount of feeding, any incidence of excessive spitting up, toileting and/or times of diaper changes, sleep patterns, and developmental progress. 2. Before a child under the age of thirty (30) months of age is accepted for care, the parent shall provide proof of a physical examination within three (3) months prior to admission, signed or stamped by a physician or health care provider. This record must be kept on file at the agency. (9) Staff Record Requirements Shall Include: (c) Documentation, signed by the examining licensed physician, licensed psychologist, licensed clinician, Nurse Practitioner or Physician¿s Assistant, verifying that the staff person is physically, mentally and emotionally capable of safely and appropriately providing care for children in a group setting. The documentation shall be on file within ten (10) calendar days of employment or starting to work; (f) Written, verified record of employment history;
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2012
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.11 FOOD. (1) Nutritional Needs. (a) If the agency provides meals, the agency shall provide developmentally appropriate meals, snacks, and drinks for each child that are of sufficient proportions and nutritional value to meet each child¿s health needs in accordance with the following minimum requirements: (e) In order for parents to be aware of the food their children are receiving the week's menus shall be planned and posted by the first day of each week and remain posted throughout the week. 1. These menus shall be followed, although reasonable substitutions are permissible, if the substituted food contains the same nutrients. 2. Any change shall be documented in advance of the meal.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2012
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.08 EQUIPMENT FOR CHILDREN. (3) Outdoor Play Equipment. (a) There shall be developmentally appropriate outdoor play equipment for all children who are in care more than three (3) daylight hours. (b) All outdoor play equipment and materials shall be sufficient in amount and variety so that children have an opportunity to participate in a minimum of at least three (3) different types of play using either stationary equipment and/or portable play materials. (e) An acceptable resilient surfacing material, as recognized by the Department, shall cover fall zones in accordance with the following chart: Resilient Surfacing Material Minimum Acceptable Depth Wood chips or Mulch Six (6) inches Double Shredded Bark Six (6) inches Pea Gravel Six (6) inches
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2012
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY. (1) Children¿s health records shall be maintained as directed under subchapter 1240-04-03-.05. (2) Children shall be immunized in accordance with current Department of Health guidelines unless exempted pursuant to 1240-04-03-.05. The agency shall maintain written policies for the disenrollment of children who fail to comply with Department of Health immunization guidelines in a timely manner. (3) Children shall be checked upon arrival and observed for signs of communicable disease during the day.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2012
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.05 OWNERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION. (7) General Record Requirements. (a) All records required by this Chapter shall be maintained in an organized manner on-site at the agency and shall be immediately available to the Department upon request. (8) Children¿s Records. (a) General Requirements for Children¿s Records shall include: 9. Immunization Record. (i) The agency shall maintain a written record in the child¿s file, as set forth in subparagraphs (b) and (c) below, verifying that the child has been immunized according to current Department of Health guidelines. (b) Preschool Children¿s Record Requirements. 2. Before a child under the age of thirty (30) months of age is accepted for care, the parent shall provide proof of a physical examination within three (3) months prior to admission, signed or stamped by a physician or health care provider. This record must be kept on file at the agency.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2012
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.12 PHYSICAL FACILITIES. (1) Inspections and Compliance with Fire, Health and Safety Standards. (5) Continuing Compliance. Physical facilities shall maintain compliance with all applicable codes as set forth in paragraph (1) above, throughout the licensing year, and shall additionally comply with any updated standards issued by the Department of Health and the State Fire Marshal.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2012
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY. (1) Children¿s health records shall be maintained as directed under subchapter 1240-04-03-.05. (2) Children shall be immunized in accordance with current Department of Health guidelines unless exempted pursuant to 1240-04-03-.05. The agency shall maintain written policies for the disenrollment of children who fail to comply with Department of Health immunization guidelines in a timely manner. (3) Children shall be checked upon arrival and observed for signs of communicable disease during the day.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2012
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.07 STAFF. (2) General Staff Qualifications. (e) Prior to assuming duties, each new employee shall receive orientation in, and be able to explain: 1. Program philosophy; 2. Job description; 3. Emergency procedures; 4. Policies regarding discipline of children; 5. Policies regarding the reporting of child abuse; and 6. Policies for receiving and dismissing children. (f) Within the first two (2) weeks on the job, each employee (including auxiliary staff, such as bus driver, cook, etc.) shall receive instruction in: 1. Child abuse detection, reporting, and prevention; 2. Parent-center communication; 3. Disease control and health promotion; 4. An overview of licensing requirements; and 5. Information on risks of infection to female employees of childbearing age. (g) All training must be documented in the agency's records and be available for review by the Department's staff at anytime.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2012
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.09 PROGRAM. (g) Personal Safety Curriculum. 1. For ages three (3) through school-age, a curriculum shall be offered that shall include instruction, at least once a year, in personal safety. 2. Personal Safety Curriculum Components and Guidelines. (i) The personal safety curriculum shall include a Department-recognized component for the prevention of child abuse, including, for children four (4) years of age and older, a child sexual abuse prevention component. (ii) The curriculum shall be based upon curriculum guidelines provided by the Department to the child care provider in any suitable format. The child care provider may choose terminology and instructional methods for this curriculum with a goal of providing clear, effective and appropriate instruction to the children in personal safety, including the prevention of all forms of child abuse. 4. Beginning October 1, 2008, the personal safety curriculum used by a child care agency shall be made available by the child care agency to parents and legal guardians for review. The child care agency shall use a standard notification form developed by the Department that will be provided to the parents or legal guardians by the child care agency to confirm that the parents/guardians have been notified of the curriculum to be used and of their opportunity to review the personal safety curriculum. 5. The record of each enrolled child shall include a copy of the signed notification form acknowledging that parents/legal guardians have been provided an opportunity to review the agency¿s personal safety curriculum, and have been notified of the sexual abuse/personal safety curriculum for their child. 6. If parents/legal guardians have questions regarding the personal safety curriculum, a representative of the child care agency shall meet with the parents/legal guardians to discuss the curriculum.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2012
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.08 EQUIPMENT FOR CHILDREN. (3) Outdoor Play Equipment. (e) An acceptable resilient surfacing material, as recognized by the Department, shall cover fall zones in accordance with the following: Resilient Surfacing Material Minimum Acceptable Depth Pea Gravel Six (6) inches
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2012
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.05 OWNERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION. (3) Finances and Legal and Regulatory Status. (a) In order to ensure the appropriate continuity of care for children the applicant must provide a reasonable plan with a proposed budget for the financial support of a center. The proposal must demonstrate adequate funding for both preliminary and ongoing costs associated with staffing, equipment and safe operation. Adequate financing of the center¿s operation shall be maintained throughout the licensing year. (b) Proposed budgets and other relevant financial records shall be immediately available to the Department upon request. (8) Children¿s Records. (b) Preschool Children¿s Record Requirements. 2. Before a child under the age of thirty (30) months of age is accepted for care, the parent shall provide proof of a physical examination within three (3) months prior to admission, signed or stamped by a physician or health care provider. This record must be kept on file at the agency.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2012
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY. (9) Preparation for Emergencies. (a) The agency, in consultation with appropriate local authorities, shall develop a written plan to protect children in the event of disaster such as, but not limited to, fire, tornado, earthquake, chemical spills, floods, etc. and shall inform parents of the plan. (b) The agency shall implement these emergency procedures through timely practice drills to meet local regulations and local emergency services plans and shall maintain documentation of drills for one year. (f) All agency staff, including non-caregiving staff, shall receive training every six (6) months regarding procedures to report child abuse and neglect.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2012
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.05 OWNERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION (5) Enrollment Restrictions. (d) The agency shall not admit a child into care until the parent has supplied the agency with a completed application, immunizations record (for children over two (2) months of age), and a health history. (7) General Record Requirements. (a) All records required by this Chapter shall be maintained in an organized manner on-site at the agency and shall be immediately available to the Department upon request. (8) Children¿s Records. (a) General Requirements for Children's Records shall include: 9. Immunization Records. (i) The agency shall maintain a written record in the child's file, as set forth in subparagraphs (b) and (c) below, verifying that the child has been immunized according to current Department of Health guidelines. (b) Preschool Children¿s Record Requirements. 2. Before a child under the age of thirty (30) months of age is accepted for care, the parent shall provide proof of a physical examination within three (3) months prior to admission, signed or stamped by a physician or health care provider. This record must be kept on file at the agency. 3. A copy of each preschool child¿s immunization record, signed or stamped by a certified health care provider, shall be on file in the child care center and shall be available to the appropriate staff.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.13 TRANSPORTATION 1) Management Responsibility. (a) Prior to offering child care transportation services of any type, directly or by contract, all new and existing child care agencies must provide written notice to the Department. (b) Unless specifically noted otherwise within the context of the rule, the agency is responsible for compliance with all transportation provisions of this subchapter, regardless of whether the agency provides transportation directly, through a third party by contract or otherwise.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY (1) Children's health records shall be maintained as directed under subchapter 1240-04-03-.05. (2) Children shall be immunized in accordance with current Department of Health guidelines unless exempted pursuant to 1240-04-03-.05. The agency shall maintain written policies for the disenrollment of children who fail to comply with Department of Health immunization guidelines in a timely manner.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.07 STAFF. 1) Responsibility for Staff. (a) The board, owner, applicant/licensee, or other designated agent of the child care center shall be responsible for selecting qualified individuals of suitable character and ability to work with children. (e) Prior to assuming duties, each new employee shall receive orientation in, and be able to explain: 1. Program philosophy; 2. Job description; 3. Emergency procedures; 4. Policies regarding discipline of children; 5. Policies regarding the reporting of child abuse; and 6. Policies for receiving and dismissing children. (f) Within the first two (2) weeks on the job, each employee (including auxiliary staff, such as bus driver, cook, etc.) shall receive instruction in: 1. Child abuse detection, reporting, and prevention; 2. Parent-center communication; 3. Disease control and health promotion; 4. An overview of licensing requirements; and 5. Information on risks of infection to female employees of childbearing age. (g) All training must be documented in the agency's records and be available for review by the Department's staff at anytime.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
A child was spanked on the head by their teacher. 1240-04-03-.09 PROGRAM. (5) Behavior Management and Guidance. c) Discipline that is potentially shaming, humiliating, frightening, verbally abusive, or injurious to children shall not be used.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2016
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.07 STAFF (9) Criminal Background and Vulnerable Persons Registry Review Requirements. (a) Individuals Requiring a Fingerprint Criminal Background Review and Abuse (Vulnerable Persons) Registry Check: 1. Any individual applying to work as a paid employee, director or manager of the child care agency in a position that will require or allow the individual to have contact with children at any time; SECTION 1. Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 71-3-507, is amended by deleting subdivision (a)(2)(B) in its entirety and by substituting instead the following: (2)(B) All persons subject to the requirements of subdivision (a)(1), and all persons applying to work with the department in any position in which any significant contact with children is likely in the course of the person's employment with the department, shall have a criminal background check, including available juvenile records, completed as required by this section prior to assuming any role described in subdivision (a)(1) or prior to employment with the department; and, if the person is fifteen (15) years of age or older; and (C) The individual or entity with whom or which a person subject to subdivision (a)(1) will be, or is, associated shall be responsible for obtaining, and submitting to the department the fingerprint sample and any information necessary to process the criminal history review required by this section prior to such person's assumption of any role described in subdivision (a)(1). SECTION 2. Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 71-3-507, is amended by deleting subsection (d) in its entirety and by substituting instead the following: (d) The child care agency or the department shall not permit a person to assume any role described in subdivision (a)(1) prior to the completion of the criminal history review, including available juvenile records, the fingerprint background check and the review of the Department of Health's vulnerable person's registry that demonstrate that the person is not subject to a criminal history or a history on such registry that would, as described in this part, disqualify or otherwise exclude such person from any role described in subdivision (a)(1).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY (1) Children's health records shall be maintained as directed under subchapter 1240-04-03-.05. (2) Children shall be immunized in accordance with current Department of Health guidelines unless exempted pursuant to 1240-04-03-.05. The agency shall maintain written policies for the disenrollment of children who fail to comply with Department of Health immunization guidelines in a timely manner.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.08 EQUIPMENT FOR CHILDREN (1) General (f) There shall be developmentally-appropriate equipment and furnishings for each age group in attendance. (2) Indoor Play Equipment (b) Sufficient indoor equipment, materials, and toys shall be available to: 1. Meet the active and quiet play needs of all children enrolled; 2. Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities so that each child has at least three (3) choices during play time; and 3. Adequately provide for all the activities required in the Program subchapter (1240-04-03-.09) of these rules.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.07 STAFF (1) Responsibility for Staff. (a) The board, owner, applicant/licensee, or other designated agent of the child care center shall be responsible for selecting qualified individuals of suitable character and ability to work with children. (b) The director, with the guidance of the board or owner of the center, shall be responsible for supervision, training and evaluation of the staff, the program and the day-to-day operation of the center. (c) Each location where children are kept shall have an on-site director. (2) General Staff Qualifications. (a) Every staff person, including auxiliary staff, substitutes, volunteers, and practicum students, shall be physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of using the appropriate judgment for the care of children and otherwise performing his/her duties satisfactorily. (6) Caregiver Qualifications (c) Training for Caregivers During the First (1st) Year of Employment. 1. New caregivers shall complete, within the first (1st) thirty (30) days of employment with the agency, two (2) clock hours of pre-service orientation training offered or recognized by the Department. Pending completion of the orientation training, the caregiver¿s employment status as a caregiver with the agency is conditional. 2. New caregivers shall additionally complete sixteen (16) hours of Departmentrecognized, competency-based training within the first (1st) year of employment, six (6) hours of which must be completed within the first six (6) months of employment. 3. Failure of the caregiver to complete the required two (2) hours of pre-service orientation and/or failure to complete the required six (6) hours of training within the first (1st) six (6) months of employment shall require that the employee be removed from caregiver duties until completion of the training. 4. Exception. Caregivers who have been employed in child care during the last three (3) years, hold a Bachelors or Associates degree in child development or a related field, or who hold a CDA credential or CCP credential as recognized by the Department shall instead comply with the training requirements for experienced caregivers.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.09 PROGRAM (1) Schedule and Routines (i) Opportunities shall be provided for children to be by themselves to play alone or do homework, if they choose, in a small, quiet area away from other activities. (g) Personal Safety Curriculum. 1. For ages three (3) through school-age, a curriculum shall be offered that shall include instruction, at least once a year, in personal safety. 2. Personal Safety Curriculum Components and Guidelines. (i) The personal safety curriculum shall include a Department-recognized component for the prevention of child abuse, including, for children four (4)years of age and older, a child sexual abuse prevention component. (ii) The curriculum shall be based upon curriculum guidelines provided by the Department to the child care provider in any suitable format. The child care provider may choose terminology and instructional methods for this curriculum with a goal of providing clear, effective and appropriate instruction to the children in personal safety, including the prevention of all forms of child abuse.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
1240-04-03-.05 OWNERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION (4) Insurance. (a) General liability, automobile liability and medical payment insurance coverage shall be maintained on the operations of the child care agency¿s facilities and on the vehicles owned, operated or leased by the child care agency and as follows: 1. General liability coverage on the operations of the child care agency facilities shall be maintained in a minimum amount of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) per occurrence and five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) general aggregate coverage. 2. Medical payment coverage shall be maintained in the minimum amount of five thousand dollars ($5,000) for injuries to children resulting from the operation of the child care agency. (5) Enrollment Restrictions (d) The agency shall not admit a child into care until the parent has supplied the agency with a completed application, immunizations record (for children over two (2) months of age), and a health history. (e) All children physically present in the facility shall be counted in the adult:child ratio and group size, and shall have all required records on file before care is provided. (7) General Record Requirements. (a) All records required by this Chapter shall be maintained in an organized manner on-site at the agency and shall be immediately available to the Department upon request. (8) Children¿s Records. (a) General Requirements for Children¿s Records shall include: 1. A current information form, which shall be updated annually and as changes occur, and which shall include: (i) The child¿s name and date of birth; (ii) Name of parent(s); (iii) Child¿s and parents¿ home addresses and phone numbers; (iv) Parents¿ business addresses, phone numbers and work hours; (v) Any special needs or relevant history of the child or the child¿s family; and (vi) The name and address (home and business or school) of a responsible person to contact in an emergency if parents cannot be located promptly. 2. Name, address, and telephone number of a physician to call in case of an emergency. 3. Written consent of parent regarding emergency medical care. 4. A written plan stating to whom the child shall be released. 6. A copy of the child¿s health history provided by the child¿s parent or other caretaker, which need not be signed or certified by a health care provider, shall be on file in the center and shall be available to appropriate staff. 7. Daily attendance records that include the time in and time out for each child. 9. Immunization Record. (i) The agency shall maintain a written record in the child¿s file, as set forth in subparagraphs (b) and (c) below, verifying that the child has been immunized according to current Department of Health guidelines. (ii) Exceptions to this immunization record requirement may be made only if: (I) The child¿s physician or the health department provides a signed and dated statement, giving a medical reason why the child should not be given a specified immunization; or (II) The child¿s parent provides a signed written statement that such immunizations conflict with his/her religious tenets and practices. (b) Preschool Children¿s Record Requirements 2. Before a child under the age of thirty (30) months of age is accepted for care, the parent shall provide proof of a physical examination within three (3) months prior to admission, signed or stamped by a physician or health care provider. This record must be kept on file at the agency. 3. A copy of each preschool child¿s immunization record, signed or stamped by a certified health care provider, shall be on file in the child care center and shall be available to the appropriate staff.
1240-04-01-.17 · 1240-04-01-.17 Transportation
1240-04-03-.13 TRANSPORTATION. (1) Management Responsibility. (a) Prior to offering child care transportation services of any type, directly or by contract, all new and existing child care agencies must provide written notice to the Department. (b) Unless specifically noted otherwise within the context of the rule, the agency is responsible for compliance with all transportation provisions of this subchapter, regardless of whether the agency provides transportation directly, through a third party by contract or otherwise. (c) The child care agency¿s management shall be fully responsible for the transportation of children between the child¿s home and the agency, to or from school, and/or for off site activities, on any vehicle which it operates, for which it contracts or which is otherwise under its direction or control. (d) Prior to providing transportation services of any type all existing and new child care agencies must provide a written statement to the Department: 1. Stating the type(s) of transportation that will be offered, e.g., from the child¿s home to the child care agency, from the child care agency to the child¿s school,etc.; 2. Listing and describing the vehicles that will be used for the transportation of children; for example, ¿2002 small white school bus¿; 3. Describing any contracts, agreements or arrangements with any third (3rd) parties for the provision of transportation services, with copies of such contracts or agreements or arrangements available upon the Department¿s request; 4. Describing the agency¿s plan for maintaining compliance with the transportation time limits set forth in this Chapter; 5. Describing the agency¿s policy, procedures and staff training plans for maintaining compliance with the responsibilities for loading, unloading, and tracking each child as set forth in this Chapter; 6. Describing the agency¿s management plan for ensuring all transportation staff properly perform their duties in accordance with the licensing rules and agency policies and procedures; 7. Describing the agency¿s policy, procedures and staff training plans for attaining and maintaining compliance with all applicable child safety restraint requirements as set forth in these rules and state law; and 8. Describing the provider¿s policy, procedures and staff training plans for the emergency evacuation of the vehicle. (e) Vehicles used to transport children and which are owned or operated by, contracted for or which are otherwise under the direction or control of the child care agency, shall carry automobile liability insurance coverage for each vehicle used for that purpose in the minimum amounts required by rule 1240-04-03-.05(4) of this Chapter.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.11 · 1240-04-01-.11 Supervision
1240-04-03-.06 SUPERVISION. (46) Supervision. For the purposes of this Chapter, when children are not within the direct sight and sound of an adult, the term ¿supervision¿ means the following requirements: (a) Children six (6) weeks of age through nine (9) years of age: 1. The adult must be able to hear the child at all times, must be able to see the child with a quick glance, and must be able to physically respond immediately. (b) Children ten (10) years of age and older: 1. The adult shall know the whereabouts and activities of the children at all times and must be able to physically respond immediately. 2. Each child shall be greeted and received by the specific caregiver assigned who will have ultimate responsibility and accountability for their supervision, oversight and care. (3) Required Adult:Child Ratios. (a) The adult:child ratios shall be maintained by the child care agency while the children are indoors and on the playground. (c) Any number of children in excess of the adult:child ratios requires a second qualified adult caregiver; provider, however, that the maximum group size shall not be exceeded.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.06 · 1240-04-01-.06 Staff
1240-04-03-.07 STAFF (2) General Staff Qualifications. (6) Caregiver Qualifications. (f) Within the first two (2) weeks on the job, each employee (including auxiliary staff, such as bus driver, cook, etc.) shall receive instruction in: 1. Child abuse detection, reporting, and prevention; 2. Parent-center communication; 3. Disease control and health promotion; 4. An overview of licensing requirements; and 5. Information on risks of infection to female employees of childbearing age. (g) All training must be documented in the agency¿s records and be available for review by the Departments staff at anytime. (h) The agency must maintain written documentation that each employee has read the full set of all applicable licensure rules. In addition, a copy of such rules shall be maintained in an area that is readily accessible to all staff. (c) Training for Caregivers During the First (1st) Year of Employment 1. New caregivers shall complete, within the first (1st) thirty (30) days of employment with the agency, two (2) clock hours of pre-service orientation training offered or recognized by the Department. Pending completion of the orientation training, the caregiver's employment status as a caregiver with the agency is conditional. (9) Criminal Background and Vulnerable Persons Registry Review Requirements. SECTION 2. Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 71-3-507, is amended by deleting subsection (d) in its entirety and by substituting instead the following: (d) The child care agency or the department shall not permit a person to assume any role described in subdivision (a)(1) prior to the completion of the criminal history review, including available juvenile records, the fingerprint background check and the review of the Department of Health's vulnerable person's registry that demonstrate that the person is not subject to a criminal history or a history on such registry that would, as described in this part, disqualify or otherwise exclude such person from any role described in subdivision (a)(1).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
1240-04-01-.06 · 1240-04-01-.06 Staff
1240-04-03-.07 STAFF (1) Responsibility for Staff (a) The board, owner, applicant/licensee, or other designated agent of the child care center shall be responsible for selecting qualified individuals of suitable character and ability to work with children. (b) The director, with the guidance of the board or owner of the center, shall be responsible for supervision, training and evaluation of the staff, the program and the day-to-day operation of the center. (6) Caregiver Qualifications (c) Training for Caregivers During the First (1st) Year of Employment. 1. New caregivers shall complete, within the first (1st) thirty (30) days of employment with the agency, two (2) clock hours of pre-service orientation training offered or recognized by the Department. Pending completion of the orientation training, the caregiver¿s employment status as a caregiver with the agency is conditional.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Not Applicable
See Below for Detailed Information Assessor Terry Jones observed and reported a small "mattress" in the cozy corner of the agency during the assessment. 1240-04-03-.08 EQUIPMENT FOR CHILDREN.
Disposition: Yes
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Disposition: Not Applicable
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Disposition: Not Applicable
See Below for Detailed Information 1240-04-03-.05 OWNERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION (7) General Record Requirements. (a) All records required by this Chapter shall be maintained in an organized manner on-site at the agency and shall be immediately available to the Department upon request. (c) Staff records shall be maintained for at least one (1) year following the separation of the staff from the agency. (8) Children¿s Records. (a) General Requirements for Children¿s Records shall include: 1. A current information form, which shall be updated annually and as changes occur, and which shall include: 9. Immunization Record. (i) The agency shall maintain a written record in the child¿s file, as set forth in subparagraphs (b) and (c) below, verifying that the child has been immunized according to current Department of Health guidelines. (ii) Exceptions to this immunization record requirement may be made only if: (I) The child¿s physician or the health department provides a signed and dated statement, giving a medical reason why the child should not be given a specified immunization; or (II) The child¿s parent provides a signed written statement that such immunizations conflict with his/her religious tenets and practices. (b) Preschool Children¿s Record Requirements 2. Before a child under the age of thirty (30) months of age is accepted for care, the parent shall provide proof of a physical examination within three (3) months prior to admission, signed or stamped by a physician or health care provider. This record must be kept on file at the agency. 1240-04-03-.11 FOOD (g) At mealtime, children shall be seated at tables and chairs of appropriate size, and adults shall sit with them. 1240-04-03-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY (2) Children shall be immunized in accordance with current Department of Health guidelines unless exempted pursuant to 1240-04-03-.05. The agency shall maintain written policies for the disenrollment of children who fail to comply with Department of Health immunization guidelines in a timely manner. 1240-04-03-.07 STAFF (2) General Staff Qualifications (e) Prior to assuming duties, each new employee shall receive orientation in, and be able to explain: 1. Program philosophy; 2. Job description; 3. Emergency procedures; 4. Policies regarding discipline of children; 5. Policies regarding the reporting of child abuse; and 6. Policies for receiving and dismissing children. (f) Within the first two (2) weeks on the job, each employee (including auxiliary staff, such as bus driver, cook, etc.) shall receive instruction in: 1. Child abuse detection, reporting, and prevention; 2. Parent-center communication; 3. Disease control and health promotion; 4. An overview of licensing requirements; and 5. Information on risks of infection to female employees of childbearing age. (g) All training must be documented in the agency¿s records and be available for review by the Department¿s staff at anytime.
Disposition: Yes
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Disposition: Not Applicable
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Disposition: Not Applicable
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Disposition: Not Applicable
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Disposition: Not Applicable
See Below for Detailed Information 1240-04-03-.05 OWNERSHIP, ORGANIZATION, AND ADMINISTRATION (5) Enrollment Restrictions. (d) The agency shall not admit a child into care until the parent has supplied the agency with a completed application, immunizations record (for children over two (2) months of age), and a health history. (7) General Record Requirements. (a) All records required by this Chapter shall be maintained in an organized manner on-site at the agency and shall be immediately available to the Department upon request. (8) Children¿s Records. (a) General Requirements for Children's Records shall include: 9. Immunization Records. (i) The agency shall maintain a written record in the child's file, as set forth in subparagraphs (b) and (c) below, verifying that the child has been immunized according to current Department of Health guidelines. (b) Preschool Children¿s Record Requirements. 2. Before a child under the age of thirty (30) months of age is accepted for care, the parent shall provide proof of a physical examination within three (3) months prior to admission, signed or stamped by a physician or health care provider. This record must be kept on file at the agency. 3. A copy of each preschool child¿s immunization record, signed or stamped by a certified health care provider, shall be on file in the child care center and shall be available to the appropriate staff. 1240-04-03-.13 TRANSPORTATION 1) Management Responsibility. (a) Prior to offering child care transportation services of any type, directly or by contract, all new and existing child care agencies must provide written notice to the Department. (b) Unless specifically noted otherwise within the context of the rule, the agency is responsible for compliance with all transportation provisions of this subchapter, regardless of whether the agency provides transportation directly, through a third party by contract or otherwise. 1240-04-03-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY (1) Children's health records shall be maintained as directed under subchapter 1240-04-03-.05. (2) Children shall be immunized in accordance with current Department of Health guidelines unless exempted pursuant to 1240-04-03-.05. The agency shall maintain written policies for the disenrollment of children who fail to comply with Department of Health immunization guidelines in a timely manner. 1240-04-03-.07 STAFF. 1) Responsibility for Staff. (a) The board, owner, applicant/licensee, or other designated agent of the child care center shall be responsible for selecting qualified individuals of suitable character and ability to work with children. (e) Prior to assuming duties, each new employee shall receive orientation in, and be able to explain: 1. Program philosophy; 2. Job description; 3. Emergency procedures; 4. Policies regarding discipline of children; 5. Policies regarding the reporting of child abuse; and 6. Policies for receiving and dismissing children. (f) Within the first two (2) weeks on the job, each employee (including auxiliary staff, such as bus driver, cook, etc.) shall receive instruction in: 1. Child abuse detection, reporting, and prevention; 2. Parent-center communication; 3. Disease control and health promotion; 4. An overview of licensing requirements; and 5. Information on risks of infection to female employees of childbearing age. (g) All training must be documented in the agency's records and be available for review by the Department's staff at anytime.
Disposition: Yes
See Below for Detailed Information A child was spanked on the head by their teacher. 1240-04-03-.09 PROGRAM. (5) Behavior Management and Guidance. c) Discipline that is potentially shaming, humiliating, frightening, verbally abusive, or injurious to children shall not be used. 1240-04-03-.07 STAFF (9) Criminal Background and Vulnerable Persons Registry Review Requirements. (a) Individuals Requiring a Fingerprint Criminal Background Review and Abuse (Vulnerable Persons) Registry Check: 1. Any individual applying to work as a paid employee, director or manager of the child care agency in a position that will require or allow the individual to have contact with children at any time; SECTION 1. Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 71-3-507, is amended by deleting subdivision (a)(2)(B) in its entirety and by substituting instead the following: (2)(B) All persons subject to the requirements of subdivision (a)(1), and all persons applying to work with the department in any position in which any significant contact with children is likely in the course of the person's employment with the department, shall have a criminal background check, including available juvenile records, completed as required by this section prior to assuming any role described in subdivision (a)(1) or prior to employment with the department; and, if the person is fifteen (15) years of age or older; and (C) The individual or entity with whom or which a person subject to subdivision (a)(1) will be, or is, associated shall be responsible for obtaining, and submitting to the department the fingerprint sample and any information necessary to process the criminal history review required by this section prior to such person's assumption of any role described in subdivision (a)(1). SECTION 2. Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 71-3-507, is amended by deleting subsection (d) in its entirety and by substituting instead the following: (d) The child care agency or the department shall not permit a person to assume any role described in subdivision (a)(1) prior to the completion of the criminal history review, including available juvenile records, the fingerprint background check and the review of the Department of Health's vulnerable person's registry that demonstrate that the person is not subject to a criminal history or a history on such registry that would, as described in this part, disqualify or otherwise exclude such person from any role described in subdivision (a)(1).
Disposition: Yes
See Below for Detailed Information 1240-04-03-.13 TRANSPORTATION. (1) Management Responsibility. (a) Prior to offering child care transportation services of any type, directly or by contract, all new and existing child care agencies must provide written notice to the Department. (b) Unless specifically noted otherwise within the context of the rule, the agency is responsible for compliance with all transportation provisions of this subchapter, regardless of whether the agency provides transportation directly, through a third party by contract or otherwise. (c) The child care agency¿s management shall be fully responsible for the transportation of children between the child¿s home and the agency, to or from school, and/or for off site activities, on any vehicle which it operates, for which it contracts or which is otherwise under its direction or control. (d) Prior to providing transportation services of any type all existing and new child care agencies must provide a written statement to the Department: 1. Stating the type(s) of transportation that will be offered, e.g., from the child¿s home to the child care agency, from the child care agency to the child¿s school,etc.; 2. Listing and describing the vehicles that will be used for the transportation of children; for example, ¿2002 small white school bus¿; 3. Describing any contracts, agreements or arrangements with any third (3rd) parties for the provision of transportation services, with copies of such contracts or agreements or arrangements available upon the Department¿s request; 4. Describing the agency¿s plan for maintaining compliance with the transportation time limits set forth in this Chapter; 5. Describing the agency¿s policy, procedures and staff training plans for maintaining compliance with the responsibilities for loading, unloading, and tracking each child as set forth in this Chapter; 6. Describing the agency¿s management plan for ensuring all transportation staff properly perform their duties in accordance with the licensing rules and agency policies and procedures; 7. Describing the agency¿s policy, procedures and staff training plans for attaining and maintaining compliance with all applicable child safety restraint requirements as set forth in these rules and state law; and 8. Describing the provider¿s policy, procedures and staff training plans for the emergency evacuation of the vehicle. (e) Vehicles used to transport children and which are owned or operated by, contracted for or which are otherwise under the direction or control of the child care agency, shall carry automobile liability insurance coverage for each vehicle used for that purpose in the minimum amounts required by rule 1240-04-03-.05(4) of this Chapter. 1240-04-03-.06 SUPERVISION. (46) Supervision. For the purposes of this Chapter, when children are not within the direct sight and sound of an adult, the term ¿supervision¿ means the following requirements: (a) Children six (6) weeks of age through nine (9) years of age: 1. The adult must be able to hear the child at all times, must be able to see the child with a quick glance, and must be able to physically respond immediately. (b) Children ten (10) years of age and older: 1. The adult shall know the whereabouts and activities of the children at all times and must be able to physically respond immediately. 2. Each child shall be greeted and received by the specific caregiver assigned who will have ultimate responsibility and accountability for their supervision, oversight and care. (3) Required Adult:Child Ratios. (a) The adult:child ratios shall be maintained by the child care agency while the children are indoors and on the playground. (c) Any number of children in excess of the adult:child ratios requires a second qualified adult caregiver; provider, however, that the maximum group size shall not be exceeded.
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Disposition: Not Applicable
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Disposition: Not Applicable
See Below for Detailed Information 1240-04-03-.07 STAFF (2) General Staff Qualifications. (6) Caregiver Qualifications. (f) Within the first two (2) weeks on the job, each employee (including auxiliary staff, such as bus driver, cook, etc.) shall receive instruction in: 1. Child abuse detection, reporting, and prevention; 2. Parent-center communication; 3. Disease control and health promotion; 4. An overview of licensing requirements; and 5. Information on risks of infection to female employees of childbearing age. (g) All training must be documented in the agency¿s records and be available for review by the Departments staff at anytime. (h) The agency must maintain written documentation that each employee has read the full set of all applicable licensure rules. In addition, a copy of such rules shall be maintained in an area that is readily accessible to all staff. (c) Training for Caregivers During the First (1st) Year of Employment 1. New caregivers shall complete, within the first (1st) thirty (30) days of employment with the agency, two (2) clock hours of pre-service orientation training offered or recognized by the Department. Pending completion of the orientation training, the caregiver's employment status as a caregiver with the agency is conditional. (9) Criminal Background and Vulnerable Persons Registry Review Requirements. SECTION 2. Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 71-3-507, is amended by deleting subsection (d) in its entirety and by substituting instead the following: (d) The child care agency or the department shall not permit a person to assume any role described in subdivision (a)(1) prior to the completion of the criminal history review, including available juvenile records, the fingerprint background check and the review of the Department of Health's vulnerable person's registry that demonstrate that the person is not subject to a criminal history or a history on such registry that would, as described in this part, disqualify or otherwise exclude such person from any role described in subdivision (a)(1).
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Disposition: Not Applicable
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2012
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.