See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have documentation to show a start date in the introductory coursein child care within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.
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One staff had not started her 40 clock hour training.
Correction status
Due by February 4, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The childrens center did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection by the local fire authority.
Correction / follow-up note
The center has an inspection dated 12-26-25 but it is not approved. Send an approved inspection to PCLB.
See the Personnel Records Summary [1] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. (Section 19.4, number 3)
Correction / follow-up note
One Ack form was expired. Submit a current one to PCLB.
Correction status
Due by May 23, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records and Section 19.5 Record keeping/Background Screening, Pages 48-49)
Official code
11-06
Medium concern: Staff training
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The Director Credential was not maintained for review by the Child Care Licensing Program.
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The Director credential on the board was for the previous director. Post the current Directors (SD) credential.
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Due by May 23, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 14 - Director Credential: I.B. I.B. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 2 Minimum Age Requirements, Page 13)
Official code
14-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The center operator did not maintain the record of drills for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill.
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There were no fire drills logged for Feb, March ,April or May 2025. The fire drill log must be kept up to date .
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Due by May 23, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have documentation to show a start date in the introductory coursein child care within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.
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A staff that started work on 12-20-23 had not started the 40 clock hours.
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Due by May 24, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
The childrens center does not have documentation of all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the childrens center exposure plan.
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Reminder: exposure control needs to be read and signed annually before it expires.
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members have current and valid background screening documentation on file?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2025 inspection note a finding regarding an expired personnel acknowledgement form. Asking about current processes helps confirm that the center maintains up-to-date documentation for all staff.
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Finding-specific
Can you walk me through the process for ensuring fire safety inspections are up to date and approved by the local authority?
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Why ask this
An official inspection report from early 2026 identified a need for an approved fire safety inspection. This question allows the director to explain the current status and how they manage these requirements moving forward.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all new staff members complete their required introductory training within the expected timeframe?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that staff training documentation has been a recurring topic in multiple reports. Asking about the current training tracking process helps parents understand how the center ensures all employees meet their professional requirements.
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Finding-specific
How do you maintain and document your regular fire drill schedule to ensure all staff and children are prepared?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that emergency preparedness documentation, specifically regarding fire drills, has appeared as a topic in past inspections. This question helps parents learn about the center's current approach to maintaining these important safety records.
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General question
What is your process for communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
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Why ask this
Clear communication between families and staff is essential for a smooth transition and consistent care. Understanding how the center shares information helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily experience.