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Home › TX › Mercedes › Tiny Steps Learning Center
121 S GEORGIA AVE, Mercedes TX 78570-2609 · License #1728893 · Center · Licensed Center
When they operate
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746.501(a)(1) · Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
The following written operational policies are incomplete: (18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F policy must include: (A)-(G); (20)Parent rights that are consistent with the rules in Division 5 of this subchapter(relating to Parent Rights);(26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children (A)-(E); (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in 746.2202 of this chapter(relating to What are my responsibilities when planning activities for a child in care with special care needs?).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
Two children files are missing immunization records.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
A caregivers file was not available for review during inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Facility does not have a current Fire Inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection
Facility does not have a current annual sanitation inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Observed a 10 month old infant asleep in a crib while covered with a blanket.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification
Facility does not have a current annual certification regarding unsafe children's products.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification
Facility is not current with children's products certification.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1309(d) · Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
A caregiver has not obtained one hour of training in the following topics: recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome and understanding early childhood brain development.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1309(c) · Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
A caregiver has not obtained one hour of training in the following topic: prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1329(a) · Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
Staff files were reviewed and the following was not available for review: pre service for a caregiver and TB results; a second file was missing proof of education.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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
In reviewing staff sign in/out logs it was found that there was a person working with no cleared background check. This person has been working since 11/1. (NOTE: The person has not been present this week)
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.613(a) · Required Immunizations
2 of the children's files reviewed were lacking immunizations. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection as immunizations were emailed to the director and she was able to print them)
Corrected Corrected by Sep 23, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3503(a) · Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
The diaper changing mat in the infant room has several small tears that do not allow for proper sanitation.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3417(1) · Children Handwashing Before Eating
Not all children washed their hands prior to eating lunch. (NOTE: Corrected during inspection as the children were asked to wash their hands.)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5205(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
There have been no fire drills done since February. (One was attempted however the fire system was not operating properly)
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Although the operation is not licensed for afterschool children, the room assigned for the age group is currently not set up and is not organized and children's items are on the tables. (Pictures on file)
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5319 · Smoke Detectors Testing
The electronic smoke detection system was not working properly when the button for a drill was activated. There was no alarm sound and the company did not call to verify a drill.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.501(a)(1) · Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
Written operational policies are incomplete.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 23, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification
Children's products was not available for review during inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 23, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5535(a)(1) · Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building
Facility does not have a carbon monoxide in the building.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 23, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.