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5641 SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL AVE, Dallas TX 75235-7207 · License #535928 · Center · Licensed Center
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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 Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
A parent of a child in care notified the staff about concerns over a possible injury the child may have sustained while in care. However, the staff did not notify licensing of the possible injury that may have placed a child at risk of harm.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
The staff did not request the identification of an individual when arrived to pick up a child and the individual had never been to the center before.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and was deficient. It was determined that the morning caregiver failed to notify the evening caregiver of the child incident before parent pick up.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
The operation did not notify the parent upon pick when their child had an injury.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
During an inspection, children were seated at a table in bucket chairs equipped with safety straps, however, neither of the children had the safety straps fastened.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
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Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2409(a)(2) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
6 of infant cribs inspected had loose fitting sheets on the mattress.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by May 12, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by May 26, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Dec 7, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.