The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [was broken with sharp edges]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
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While conducting the inspection, the LS noticed a plastic playhouse in the playground area that was broken and had sharp edges, creating a potential risk of harm to the children. The director contacted maintenance to have the playhouse removed and discarded, solved at the time of inspection. All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area.
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed at the time of the inspection unrelated item in the diaper changing table were stored. Per provider, child care personnel removed all unrelated item from the diaper changing area at the time of the inspection. T.A. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Higher concern: Background screening
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Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed at the time of the inspection that child care personnel working at the premises without documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance. Provider sent the child care personnel home until she get the Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance. T.A. . A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file.
Correction status
Due by September 24, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed at the time of inspection toys house with sharps and broken plastic parts. Provider replace the toy house. T.A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Supervision of children in the [2 years old ] group was inadequate in that [FSC stay in the classroom until a child care personnel came to the classroom.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 5, numbers 1 - 17) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
FSC observed at the time of inspection, during the napping/sleeping time no supervision at one classroom. FSC stay in the classroom until a child care personnel take place to supervise the children in care. T.A. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Higher concern: Child guidance
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The custodial parent or legal guardian was not provided written notification of the facility's disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, E (Section 9, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
FSC observed children files do not include the disciplinary and expulsion policies sign by the parent(s)/ legal guardian. T.A. A copy of the current disciplinary and expulsion policies must be available for review by the parents or legal guardian and the licensing authority. Providers must have a comprehensive discipline policy that includes developmentally appropriate social emotional and behavioral health promotion practices, as well as discipline and intervention procedures that provide specific guidance on what child care personnel should do to prevent and respond to challenging behaviors. Preventive and discipline practices should be used as learning opportunities to gui ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 8, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
Official code
11-01
Higher concern: Background screening
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The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
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The Clearinghouse employee roster was reviewed by FSC and determined noncompliance at the time of this inspection. T.A. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.
Correction status
Due by March 8, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
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
Can you explain the current process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screening documentation on file?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that instances regarding missing background screening documentation for personnel have been noted in past inspections. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains these records for all staff.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that staff are always actively supervising children, especially during transition times like nap or rest periods?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report previously noted a concern regarding supervision during nap time. Understanding the current supervision protocols helps parents feel confident about how staff are assigned and monitored.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through how the center communicates its disciplinary and expulsion policies to families during the enrollment process?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate a past finding where these policies were not properly documented as provided to guardians. This question helps confirm that the center now has a clear and consistent communication practice for these important policies.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to regularly inspect outdoor play equipment and ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that concerns regarding outdoor play equipment, such as broken items, have appeared in more than one report. This question allows the center to describe their routine maintenance and safety check procedures.
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Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining a clean and organized environment in the diaper changing areas throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report previously noted that unrelated items were found in the diaper changing area. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the facility ensures these spaces remain dedicated to sanitary use.