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Latest inspectionOctober 23, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 23, 2025
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for HCPS Hammond Elementary HOST from March 19, 2024 through October 23, 2025.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on September 23, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of October 23, 2025.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
Total inspections
5
2 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
3
1 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
2
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 9 local median in 33556
Compared to 11 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.6
Local median
0.6
0.6This provider
0.6Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
20%
Local median
6%
20%This provider
6%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
40%
Local median
40%
40%This provider
40%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
1.27
0This provider
1.27Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher was not serviced and tagged timely, the fire extinguisher was not serviced and tagged on 07/2024. TA was provided: Licensing Specialist discuss requirement with the staff responsible. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
Correction status
Due by October 23, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
The program did not have at least one staff member with current and valid certificate of course completion for first aid training present at all times that children are in care. (Section 13.4, numbers 1 and 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
There are three staff employed at the facility, first aid training was expired for all three. One was expired on 10/2/2023 as listed on card, the second expired on 10/2/2023 as listed on card, and the third expired on 10/2/2023 as listed on card.11/30/ 2023. Technical assistance was provided: Staff responsible informed Licensing Specialist that the class was scheduled of all three staff to attend on 3/20/2024. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2,A First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) A. Each school-age child care program must have at least one child care personnel with a current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopu ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 19, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - First Aid Requirements (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 13 Health-Related Requirements, Pages 29-31)
Official code
29-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
The program did not have at least one staff member with current and valid infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. (Section 13.4, numbers 1 and 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
There are three staff employed at the facility, infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification training was expired for all three. One was expired on 10/2/2023 as listed on card, the second expired on 10/2/2023 as listed on card, and the third expired on 10/2/2023 as listed on card.11/30/ 2023. Technical assistance was provided: Staff responsible informed Licensing Specialist that the class was scheduled of all three staff to attend on 3/20/2024. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2, A First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) A. Each school-age child care program must have at least one child care personnel with a current and valid certificate(s) of course comp ... [truncated]
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 describe the current process for ensuring staff members maintain their CPR certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2024 noted that staff CPR certifications were expired at that time. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the facility ensures that qualified staff are always present.
Context
A later inspection on October 23, 2025, showed no violations.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center track and manage the renewal dates for staff first aid training?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2024 indicated that first aid training certifications for staff had expired. This question allows the director to explain the current system used to keep these certifications up to date.
Context
A later inspection on October 23, 2025, showed no violations.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for ensuring that all safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, remains serviced and tagged?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from September 2025 identified that a fire extinguisher was not serviced or tagged by the required date. This question helps parents understand the facility's routine maintenance schedule for safety equipment.
Context
A later inspection on October 23, 2025, showed no violations.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to the center's policies?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and informed about how the center operates. Understanding the preferred method of contact ensures that families stay updated on important program information.
General question
What training or background requirements do you have for your staff members?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about staff qualifications provides insight into the expertise and care standards maintained by the center. This helps parents feel confident in the team responsible for their child's supervision and development.