The bleach/water solution was not made fresh each day.
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At the time of inspection, in Casa room #1 sanitize bottle of bleach and water not properly dated.Offered technical assistance and educated the operator on the importance of properly dating sanitize solution.Operator was able to correct this issue by making fresh sanitize solution and properly labeling the container with the correct date.
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Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E)
The facility has a licensed capacity of [68 (including 7 infants)] children, and [42 (including 10 infants)] children were in care including [0] on field trip(s).
Inspector notes
According to our records, the facility was approved for 7 infants, however, 10 infants were observed in care.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - License Capacity (Article IV.A)
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Hot running water was not available in the [diaper changing and kitchen] hand washing area.
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The water temperature was 90 degrees Fahrenheit in handwash sink used by staffs.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The bleach solution being used for sanitizing was less than 50 ppm when tested with a chlorine test strip.
Inspector notes
The concentration of the bleach and water solution was 0 ppm. Observed the staff had a chlorine test strip but apparently did not know how to use it. Showed the staff how to test the chlorine using the color code on the strip container.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E)
Official code
13-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility's storage of cots was unsanitary, in that [the cots were stored on the floor with the edge of the sleeping part touching the floor].
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The cots were stored on the floor with the edge of the sleeping part touching the floor in the 2y - 5y rooms.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Storage (Article X.A and C)
Official code
16-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The following exterior areas of the facility were observed not to be clean and sanitary: [iguana's dropping-like or pets dropping -like observed in the non infant playground].
Inspector notes
Iguana's dropping-like or pets dropping -like observed in the non-infant playground.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
18-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The outdoor play space was not adequately enclosed; fencing was missing, broken or not safely secure as evidenced by [fence was not firmly at ground level in the SE corner of the infant playground].
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A gap was created at the bottom of the fence when the inspector pushed the bottom of the fence.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B)
Official code
25-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [May 2025].
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No fire drill completed for the month of May 2025. Naptime drill completed 7/17/2025 Fire inspection date: 10/29/2024.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
Official code
28-01
Medium concern: Staff training
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The facility did not have verification of a fire drill conducted using an alternate route during the program year.
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Reviewed records of fire drills from 12/2024 to 7/2025, all drills used the same rout "B1B2 Main". No alternate route used. Technical assistance provided to the staff on emergency cribs for infants and using alternate route.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
Official code
28-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility did not conduct emergency drills listed in the emergency preparedness plan at least annually.
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No record was available.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Emergency Response Plan (Articles X.F and XV.E)
Official code
30-10
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility's documentation of an unusual incident/accident did not include information noted in number(s) as follows: [6] 1. The name of the affected person 2. Date and time of occurrence 3. Description of event 4. Actions taken by whom 5. Signatures of staff 6. Parent signature
Inspector notes
Reviewed an incident report for child B.Z. completed on 7/29/2025. Observed the report was not signed, dated, and timed by the parent/ guardian.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E)
Official code
33-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
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An exit that did not open onto a safe, protected area lacked an operable, audible alert mechanism that sounded when the door was opened.
Report comments
The following doors exited to unfenced areas, however, were not equipped with an audible alert mechanism as required: - Main door - Screen door from patio - door from building 2 exited directly to parking lot.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A)
Official code
39-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The facility did not have a current (valid for two years) Form 3040, Student Health Examination, on file.
Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [classroom ages 3-6] group as evidenced by [video footage of the classroom. ].
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At the time of the inspection, it was noted that direct supervision was lacking for children while in care. The inspector reviewed video footage of the classroom pertaining to the complaint, and saw multiple instances where children were kicking and fighting each other, while the classroom staff were not responding quickly to the disruptive children. There are also concerns of child repeatedly exposing himself and touching peers inappropriately. Technical assistance was provided that all children must be supervised at all times, including the bathroom to reduce the amount of child conflict in the classroom. Direct supervision is to watch and direct children's activities.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Direct Supervision (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G)
Official code
06-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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The facility's outdoor play area was observed to have [gardening equipment and fertilizer in a wheelbarrow ] which is hazardous.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, on the older children's playground outside, it was observed that gardening equipment was located in a wheelbarrow in the back corner by the gazebo accessible to children. Inside the wheelbarrow, the inspector observed gardening tools and fertilizer. These items must be kept out of reach of children as they pose a hazard. Technical assistance was provided that the gardening tools and fertilizer be removed from access to children, especially on the playground where children play and explore.
Correction status
Due by May 19, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B)
Official code
25-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility failed to complete a written record of an unusual incident on the day of the occurrence.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the inspector spoke with the director regarding incident reporting surrounding the allegation. After observing the child's file, there were several incident reports observed. However, the inspector noted missing incident reports based solely on allegations. The director confirmed that there were several conversations had with the child's parent, but there are no written/documented incident reports as to the incidents related to the allegation.
Correction status
Due by June 17, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E)
Official code
33-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility failed to notify a parent when their child was involved in an unusual incident/accident.
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, it was discovered via interview with the director that all the parents of the children involved under said allegations were not notified of such incidents. Technical assistance was given to the director that all parents of children involved in any incident must be notified in writing.
Correction status
Due by May 28, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E)
Official code
33-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
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The facility did not maintain a minimum distance of 18 inches around individual napping spaces.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, it was observed that children napping on cots were not distanced a minimum of 18 inches around one another during nap time. Some children in the classrooms grouped ages 3-6 were sleeping on cots directly next to shelving, which poses a safety hazard. Technical assistance was provided that all children must have individual napping spaces with a minimum distance of 18 inches surrounding them.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E)
Official code
38-19
Medium concern: Staff training
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The person responsible for the daily operation of the child care facility had no documentation of a Director Credential.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the facility had a credentialed director. However, during the complaint investigation, it was communicated by the facility manager that the credentialed director had resigned. As of 5/9/2025, the inspector was informed the facility does not have a credentialed director. Technical assistance was provided to the facility manager that the facility must notify the Department of such changes. The facility should have a credentialed director at all times, per standards. CHILDREN’S RECORDS
Correction status
Due by November 9, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 70 - Sufficient Credentialed Staff - Credentialed Staff On-site - Minimum Time Met (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A)
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
Could you explain the current process for conducting and documenting fire drills, including how you ensure alternate routes are practiced?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from July 2025 noted that the facility did not have verification of a fire drill conducted using an alternate route during the program year.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that fire drills are consistently performed every month?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in July 2025 indicate that a fire drill was missed for the month of May 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and maintain the security of the outdoor play area fencing?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from July 2025 noted that the outdoor play space fencing was not firmly secured at ground level in the infant playground.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring all required student health examination forms are up to date and on file?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from July 2025 show that the facility was missing required student health examination forms for some children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are trained on proper handwashing procedures and that hot water is consistently available in all designated areas?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from July 2025 noted that hot running water was not available in the diaper changing and kitchen handwashing areas.