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First Step Learning Center
5641 SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL AVE, Dallas TX 75235-7207 · License #535928 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Wendy Mireault
- Phone
- (214) 352-8608
- Website
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- Address
- 5641 SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL AVE, Dallas TX 75235-7207 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 365 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium High
746.1203(3)(C) · Janitorial duties
During the inspection, it was observed that caregivers were engaged in washing dishes and mopping the floor while children were seated at a kidney-shaped table and appearing to fall asleep. This situation was addressed and corrected during the inspection process.
Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
- High
746.3701(9) · Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
A bucket of mop water was observed in a children's bathroom, providing direct access to its contents. This was corrected at inspection. The bucket was empited.
Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
- Medium High
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
During the inspection, it was observed that several classrooms contained bleach, cleaning supplies, and air freshener within reach of children. This was corrected at inspection. The items were moved to a higher shelf or locked cabinet.
Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
- Medium High
746.3415(5) · Employee Handwashing After Assisting a Child with Toileting
Caregiver did not wash her hands after assiting a child in the restroom.
Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
- Medium High
746.2409(a)(2) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
6 of infant cribs inspected had loose fitting sheets on the mattress.
Corrected by Mar 12, 2024
- High
745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
During a inspection staff member was present prior to receiving their background check determination. This was corrected at inspection when the staff member was asked to leave.
Corrected by May 8, 2023
- Medium
746.2421(b) · Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Fourteen infant feeding instruction reviewed had not been updated within the required time frame.
Corrected by May 12, 2023
- Medium High
746.1301(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
When reviewing personnel files 11 of the11 files reviewed were missing the 24 hours of annual training as required.
Corrected by May 26, 2022
- Medium High
746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
A chair used to feed infants/toddlers at a table did not have the required safety strap. The chair was in use at the time of the inspection. This was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected by Dec 7, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Dec 30, 2024 inspection noted: “During the inspection, it was observed that caregivers were engaged in washing dishes and mopping the floor while children were seated at a kidney-shaped table…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Mar 12, 2024 inspection noted: “6 of infant cribs inspected had loose fitting sheets on the mattress.” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation · Source records · Report an error