Violation

Quality Support Specialist, Summer Cleek, observed the playground and violations were noted for lack of maintenance regarding the playground equipment, fence and resilient surfacing. During the observation a wooden fence was observed with nails exposed, a large play structure needs maintenance, a metal slide that is not developmentally appropriate is accessible, and a yellow balance in beam is a trip hazard. The playground also has insufficient resilient surfacing with black plastic coming through in some areas. The black mats under the swings were worn and had holes in the surface causing trip hazards. CHAPTER 0520-12-01-.12 PHYSICAL FACILITIES (1) Physical facilities shall maintain compliance with all applicable health and safety codes throughout the certification year and shall additionally comply with any updated standards issued by the Fire Marshal and the Department of Health. (5) Outdoor play areas shall contain a minimum of fifty (50) square feet of usable play space for each child using the area at one time. (b) Outdoor play equipment shall meet the following guidelines: 1. There shall be developmentally appropriate outdoor play equipment for children who are in care more than three (3) daylight hours. 3. All outdoor play equipment shall be placed to avoid injury. 6. An acceptable resilient surfacing material, as recognized by the Department, shall cover all fall zones with the following: wood chips/mulch six (6) inches. (c)The outdoor areas where children play or are shall be properly maintained and a written playground maintenance plan shall be prepared by the program to address routine, remedial and preventive maintenance and to designate who is responsible for each maintenance need.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

Violation

Quality Support Specialist, Summer Cleek, observed the playground and violations were noted for lack of maintenance regarding the playground equipment, fence and resilient surfacing. During the observation a wooden fence was observed with nails exposed, a large play structure needs maintenance, a metal slide that is not developmentally appropriate is accessible, and a yellow balance in beam is a trip hazard. The playground also has insufficient resilient surfacing with black plastic coming through in some areas. The black mats under the swings were worn and had holes in the surface causing trip hazards. CHAPTER 0520-12-01-.10 HEALTH AND SAFETY (18) Program equipment shall meet the following safety requirements: (b) All indoor and outdoor equipment shall be well made and safe. There shall be no dangerous angles, sharp edges, splinters, nails sticking out, open S-hooks or pinch points within children’s reach.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.