Brightmont School

746.5307(b) · Fire Extinguishers Serviced

The fire extinguishers observed in the childcare facility was dated, September 2024.

Corrected by Nov 4, 2025

746.301(2) · Notification of Change in Space

During the walkthrough, changes were observed within the childcare facility that has an impact on the overall capacity. One classroom has been transitioned into a storage room that was previously measured as a classroom. The childcare facility also has added walls within the childcare, and/or classrooms, which will alter the capacity.

Corrected by Oct 23, 2025

746.5617(a)(5) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher

The fire extinguisher observed in the transportation vehicle was not serviced by the Fire Marshall, and/or approved by the local or state fire marshal.

Corrected by Nov 4, 2025

746.1309(d) · Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

Two staff files observed did not have training relative to SIDS/Shaken baby syndrome available for review.

Corrected by Oct 16, 2025

746.801(13) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Gas Inspection Report

There was no gas inspection available for review. The Director was not aware of gas within the childcare facility. The most recent inspection was dated 11/03/2022.

Corrected by Oct 17, 2025

746.605(3) · Required Admission Information - Date of Admission

Four children files observed did not have an admission date documented.

Corrected by Oct 10, 2025

746.1311(d) · Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months

The Director did not have training relative to SIDS/Shaken baby syndrome available for review.

Corrected by Oct 17, 2025

746.1205(a)(2) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for

A caregiver did not know the number of children she was responsible for. This deficiency is being recited.

Corrected by May 14, 2025

746.1205(a)(2) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for

A caregiver did not know the number of children she was responsible for.

Corrected by May 7, 2025

746.501(a)(20) · Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights

The parent rights information was not included in the operational policies.

Corrected by Oct 24, 2024

746.501(a)(30) · Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services

The information pertaining to inclusive services were not included in the operational policies.

Corrected by Oct 24, 2024

746.1309(e) · Documented Annual Training- Required Content

All personnel files reviewed did not have the required topics completed for annual training.

Corrected by Oct 31, 2024

746.5625(a) · Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle

A 12-passenger transportation vehicle observed did not include a child safety alarm system. Inspector observed the vehicle to ensure the vehicle was prepared for transportation services offered by the childcare facility.

Corrected by Nov 1, 2023

746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

Two sinks within the childcare facility are not in working condition. The water is not working for two handwashing sinks within the Toddler and Primary classroom.

Corrected by Dec 2, 2022

746.605(11) · Required Admission Information - Physician Information

One child's file did not contain the healthcare physician's information. The child's enrollment date is documented as 08/29/2022

Corrected by Nov 3, 2022

746.1309(a) · Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

Two staff files observed contained a total of 9.5 training hours. Staff files did not include topics related to: - Emergency preparedness - Growth and development - SIDS/shaken baby syndrome - Abuse and neglect - communicable diseases - administering medication - food allergies - building and physical premises safety - handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials

Corrected by Nov 10, 2022

746.611(b) · Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission

One child's file observed did not include a health statement. The child's enrollment date is 02/01/2022.

Corrected by Nov 4, 2022

746.3407(12) · Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

A bowl filled with bleach and water substance was on a shelf in the classroom. The bleach and water substance were not labeled but placed near other cleaning supplies. The bowl was removed from the shelf, and the classroom.

Corrected by Oct 27, 2022

746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

One staff CPR/First-aid certification observed was expired. The CPR/First-Aid certification was dated 08/07/2020, and expired 08/07/2022.

Corrected by Nov 10, 2022

746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

One out of the five toilets observed within the childcare facility is not in working condition. One sink within the Toddler classroom was not working, and one sink within the primary classroom was not working. The faucet was detached from the sink. Repairs need to be made with the Toddler and primary classroom.

Corrected by Nov 10, 2022

746.4751(c) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

During the walkthrough, the outside area contained trash, broken board pieces, and flattened balls through the play area. Based on the checklist observed, the daily maintenance had been checked for the entire week although the week had not yet been completed.

Corrected by Nov 3, 2022

746.5401 · Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection

The most recent gas inspection is dated October 16, 2020.

Corrected by Nov 10, 2022

746.801(10) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors

Based on the emergency practice form observed, the fire drill has has not been practiced since February 1, 2022.

Corrected by Apr 29, 2022

746.3809 · Medication No Longer Used

An epi-pen for a child enrolled expired 08/07/2021. The discard date for the epi-pen is 08/11/2021. The operation did not discard the expired medication. Operation will request an updated epi-pen.

Corrected by Sep 3, 2021

746.605(6) · Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

Three out of five children records did not include an emergency contact. The emergency contact listed on the child's file contained parent information. The emergency contact on one child's file did not include an address in case of an emergency.

Corrected by Aug 25, 2021

746.611(b) · Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission

One out five children records did not contain a health statement.

Corrected by Aug 30, 2021

746.3819 · Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

One out of five children records did not include a signed food allergy plan. The child's file contained an allergy plan, which did not include the physician's signature.

Corrected by Aug 31, 2021

746.1329(d) · Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service trainingby trainer and employee

Four out of five staff/caregivers did not have documentation that was signed and dated confirming that pre-service training was obtained.

Corrected by Aug 27, 2021

746.605(3) · Required Admission Information - Date of Admission

One out of five children records did not contain an admission/start date.

Corrected by Aug 24, 2021

745.903(2) · Controlling Person - Submit Controlling Person Form to Licensing within two days after a person becomes a controlling person. See TAC 745.901

The operation has not submitted a controlling person form for the new Director. The individual hire date is 07/13/2021.

Corrected by Jul 26, 2021

746.1203(3) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages

One caregiver in the Toddler classroom was not aware of the ages in which she was responsible for. The caregiver stated that today was her first day at the operation. The caregiver in the infant classroom was not aware of the age of the youngest child in care.

Corrected by Jul 20, 2021

746.1203(4) · Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children

One child within a mixed age group was observed in the Preschool classroom without a caregiver. The child was observed in the classroom by the Inspector after leaving the outside area.

Corrected by Jul 20, 2021