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BCS New Horizons Learning Center LLC

3755 OLD RELIANCE RD, Bryan, TX 77808-8987

Operation number:
1702100
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Brazos
Capacity:
85
License effective:
August 21, 2020
Hours:
07:00 AM-05:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9798226817
Email:
Not listed
Website:
Not listed

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The records include recorded violations parents may want to understand before enrolling. These are conversation starters, not a pass-or-fail judgment.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Summary

This summary covers 55 available inspections for BCS New Horizons Learning Center LLC from October 13, 2021 through April 27, 2026.

29 inspections recorded violations, with 58 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 3, 2025 and involved hazardous access.

That higher-concern topic showed up in eight inspections.

Two later inspections, from April 23, 2026 through April 27, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
55

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
58

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
45

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

55 total inspections vs 9 local median in Bryan

Compared to 41 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.05
Local median
0.5

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
49%
Local median
21%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
53%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.24

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
There was a mop bucket left in a toddler's bathroom with used water. This was corrected at inspection when the director removed the bucket from the bathroom to make it inaccessible to the children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
Official code
746.3701(9)
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Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
Children under the age of two were watching tv on a tablet while the caregiver was cleaning up after nap.
Correction deadline
August 15, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 27, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Official code
746.2207(a)
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Operation did not have a current sanitation inspection. The last inspection was conducted on 8/16/23.
Correction deadline
September 20, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 25, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Official code
746.3401(a)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence of caregivers not demonstrating good judgement.
Correction deadline
September 12, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 26, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Official code
746.1201(1)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There were area's in the fence on one playground that had gaps in the fence at the bottom with protruding metal pieces. I spoke to the director about getting the fencing fixed. There was also a table leaning up against the fence that will need to be removed from the playground if not being used. On the middle playground there were 3 broken seats on the bounce toy/equipment. I spoke to the director about the pinching hazard that it poses.
Correction deadline
May 17, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 14, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that diaper changes were not being provided promptly.
Correction deadline
June 14, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 24, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
Official code
746.3501(1)
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
One trash can in a bathroom located inside of the children's classroom had garbage accessible to children. This was corrected when the director covered the trash can with a lid.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3407(8)
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Higher concern: Environmental health
Report finding
Children were observed coming in from playing outdoors without washing their hands. This was fixed when children were taken to wash their hands.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3417(4) - Children Handwashing After Outdoor Activities
Official code
746.3417(4)
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
While reviewing files there was no proof of DFPS background checks in an employees file.
Correction deadline
October 31, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 25, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.901(7) - Required Personnel Records-Proof of DFPS background checks
Official code
746.901(7)
Low concern: Staff training
Report finding
While reviewing qualifications it was found the current director's certificate expired July 26, 2023.
Correction deadline
November 3, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 13, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.1057 - Director Certificate Not Renewed
Official code
746.1057
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
During a walk through a classroom was seen with 13 children and two caregivers. The classroom was out of ratio by 3. This was fixed when two additional caregivers came took 5 of the children to another classroom.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
While reviewing the building ground checklist it was found checks had not been completed since 9/13/2023.
Correction deadline
September 18, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
Official code
746.801(8)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
While doing a walk through there were two garbage bags with trash accessible to children on the outdoor play area.
Correction deadline
September 25, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3407(8)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
While doing a walk through it was seen that loose fill was not maintained at the proper depth.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 2, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Official code
746.4907(d)
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During a walk through there were three bottles of chemicals within reach of children. This was fixed when the bottles of chemicals were put away up and out of reach of children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
Official code
746.3407(13)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During a walk through there was a refrigerator present on the ramp that is used by children.
Correction deadline
August 25, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During a walk through there was an infant sleeping in a crib in front of the exit door. This was fixed when equipment was rearranged.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
Official code
746.2909(1)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
While doing an unannounced walk through there were cords accessible to children. This was corrected at the inspection when the cords were moved out of reach of children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
While watching footage caregivers was seen changing children's diapers on the floor play area.
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
Official code
746.3503(b)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
While doing a walk through there was an offensive odor present in the operation. During a walkthrough at the operation there were hazards present on the outdoor area such as cords, shovels wheelbarrier where children have access too.
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
While watching live video footage at the operation a caregiver was seen grabbing a child by the arm.
Correction deadline
May 26, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Official code
746.2805
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
During a walkthrough there were two people preesent at the operation during operating hours without an active background. This was corrected at the inspection when the two people left the operation.
Correction deadline
May 26, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Official code
745.641
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
While watching video footage at an unannounced investigation inspection a caregiver was seen displaying prohibited punishment to children in care.
Correction deadline
May 26, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Official code
746.2805
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
While reviewing video footage a caregiver was seen laughing at a caregiver hitting and pushing children.
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
Official code
746.1201(5)
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
While doing a walk through in a building used by children there was a storage cabinet wide open with tools accessible to children in care. During a walk through on the outdoor play area there was a bolt exposed in the play area and fencing coming up from the ground.
Correction deadline
May 3, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 19, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
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Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Correction deadline
March 24, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 27, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5105 - Corrections Made to Fire Inspection
Official code
746.5105
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Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
While doing a follow up inspection the last annual fire inspection was conducted 2/10/2022.
Correction deadline
February 27, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Official code
746.5101(b)
Low concern: Staff training
Report finding
While doing a follow up it was found that staff did not have signed affidavits on file.
Correction deadline
February 27, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
Official code
746.1105(3)
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Low concern: Staff training
Report finding
While reviewing staff files it was found that staff did not have signed affidavits.
Correction deadline
February 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
Official code
746.1105(3)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
While reviewing staff files it was found that 3 caregivers had no annual training available in their files.
Correction deadline
February 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Official code
746.1309(a)
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
While reviewing childrens files there were two children with no up to date immunization records and one child with no immunization records on file.
Correction deadline
February 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Official code
746.613(b)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
While going through the first aid kit there was no thermometer available. This was corrected during the inspection when a thermometer was added to the first aid kit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
Official code
746.4003(a)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
While observing classrooms a caregiver was seen wiping childrens noses and not washing hands afterwards.
Correction deadline
February 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3415(7) - Employee Handwashing After Handling or Cleaning Bodily Fluids
Official code
746.3415(7)
Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
While reviewing postings there was no menu posted for viewing.
Correction deadline
February 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
Official code
746.401(6)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
While reviewing records the liability insurance expired 12/29/2022. The operation did not have an updated policy available for viewing.
Correction deadline
February 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 31, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
Official code
746.203(2)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
While doing a walk through there was a can of lysol sitting within reach of children in a restroom. This was corrected when the chemicals were put up in a high cabinet.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
While doing a walk through in the outdoor play area the bolts at the bottom of the slide was visible due to pea gravel not being maintained.
Correction deadline
February 7, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 10, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Official code
746.4907(a)(1)
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Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
Based on preponderance of evidence during the investigation it was found first aid was not given when a child in care was injured.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.3607(2) - Critical Injury - Give First Aid or CPR
Official code
746.3607(2)
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
In a restroom used by children there was a can of lysol with in reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the bottle was placed on a high shelf behind a locked gate.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
Official code
746.3407(13)
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
During an investigation it was found that a person was present at the operation while children are in care without a complete background check. This was corrected during the inspection when the person left the operation.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Official code
745.641
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
During an investigation it was found that the director was aware of people being in the operation while children were in care without a complete background check. This was corrected during the inspection when the director sent the person home.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Official code
746.1003(1)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
During an investigation it was found that a caregiver did not have a copy of a diploma or transcript on file.
Correction deadline
December 26, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Official code
746.1107(2)
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Observed 8 infants sitting in highchairs and the straps were not being used. This was corrected when the caregiver strapped the infants in the seats.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Official code
746.4501(b)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Observed one classroom caregiver not know how many children they had. The caregiver stated that they had 8 kids, but there were only 7 in the classroom. I spoke to the caregiver and director about the importance of knowing how many children they have at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
Official code
746.1203(3)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
A caregiver did not use good judgment when the caregiver spat water at a child's face while playing with the child.
Correction deadline
November 16, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Official code
746.1201(1)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Children were allowed to ride a bike and walk around while drinking out of their water bottles.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3301(f) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking Water Available and Served
Official code
746.3301(f)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
It was found that the children in the classroom was told that they were not able to play outside due to the children spitting water the day prior. I spoke to the operation staff about not using outside time as a punishment.
Correction deadline
November 16, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(9) - Prohibited Punishments - Withholding Active Play
Official code
746.2805(9)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During any investigation it was found that a caregiver pulled a child's hair, and hit a child in the head and abdomen.
Correction deadline
December 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
Official code
746.2805(4)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During an investigation there was evidence to support a child was abused. An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078.
Correction deadline
December 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Official code
746.1201(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Observed one classroom with the specified age group of 12-17 months have one caregiver and 8 infants. There can only be 5 infants with one caregiver for the ages 12-17 months. This was corrected when another caregiver came into the room.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
View official report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Observed 3 infants sleeping in bouncy seats. This was corrected when the caregivers removed the infants from the seats.
Correction deadline
October 3, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2426
Medium concern: Licensing compliance
Report finding
It was found that a new play area was fenced off and is currently being used and the operation did not notify licensing of the change prior to the children having access to the play area. The area was measured at this inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
Official code
746.301(2)
Higher concern: Environmental health
Report finding
It was found during interviews that at least one child and one caregiver had tested positive for covid and the operation failed to report the covid case to licensing within 48 hours. I spoke to the director about notifying licecnsing about all covid reports.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
Official code
746.305(a)(4)
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
One garbage container did not have a lid and had food items accessible to children. **This was corrected at inspection when the garbage can was closed with a lid.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3407(8)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The personal bag/purse of a caregiver staff was open and accessible to the children in the classroom. **This was corrected at inspection when the bag was properly stored in an inaccessible location.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Medium concern: Background screening
Report finding
The operation failed to follow up on a background check submission, as the results for a subject have been pending since 7/29/2022.
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 16, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
Official code
745.651(1)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There were snack food left in the food preparation area of a classroom with no lids and accessible to the children and cleaning supplies (Lysol Spray). *This was corrected at inspection when the food was covered and properly stored away. There were soiled towels being stored in an area where food is being prepared and served. **This was corrected at inspection when the towels were removed and put in a dirty bin.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317(8) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
Official code
746.3317(8)
Medium concern: Background screening
Report finding
The operation failed to follow up on a background check submission, as the results have been pending since 5/27/2022.
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 15, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
Official code
745.651(1)