Childcare Network #170

The seats in one of the buses were completely ripped apart.

two buses were lacking scissors in their first aid kits.

Bleach and toilet bowl cleaner were on the bathroom floor, making them easily accessible to children.

The mulch in the playground did not reach six inches.

The bus driver still does not have transportation training.

1 out of 6 staff records indicated that 1 employee did not receive CPR training.

The driver of the vehicle did not have current transportation training.

4 of 10 staff files reviewed did not include TB tests.

1 of 10 student files reviewed did not include immunization records.

2 of 10 staff files did not include orientation training.

The operation did not report to licensing allegations that children were being mistreated by a caregiver.

It was confirmed that a caregiver places infants in a crib as a form of discipline.

One caregiver was observed caring for 15 (12-24 month old) children.

It was determined that a child was bitten by another student while in care at the operation and the child's mother was not notified.

It was determined that a child was left unsupervised on the playground for several minutes before being found.

A child was left unsupervised in the hallway for about 5 minutes, after escaping the classroom without the teacher's knowledge.

1 of 10 staff files did not have a TB test on file.

2 of 10 staff files reviewed did not include an employee affidavit.

An individual was allowed access to children in care without having been issued an eligibility letter from the centralized background check unit. The deficiency was corrected as the individual was required to work in a room separate from children in care.

1 of 10 student files reviewed did not include immunization records.

It was confirmed that incident reports were not provided to parents of children involved in a vehicular accident while the children were in care at the operation.

It was confirmed that the operation did not notify Licensing of a communicable disease case at the operation within 2 days of being made aware of the case.

A water hose was left accessible to children on the playground. This deficiency was corrected during the inspection as the water hose was stored away.

Two infants in care did not have feeding instructions on file.

1 of 10 children files reviewed did not include immunization records.

One child had napping equipment that was blocking an emergency exit. This was corrected at inspection when the cot was moved away from the exit.

One staff member was present with children before receiving an eligible background check determination.

Paper towels were unavailable in one classroom. This was corrected at inspection when paper towels were made available to children and staff.

Sunscreen and bug spray were positioned on low shelves within reach and accessible to children in one classroom. This was corrected at inspection when the chemicals were moved.

Five out of the ten incident reports shared from one child did not have a parents signature.

A child was temporarily left unsupervised and unattended on the playground. The deficiency was corrected during the inspection. The director of the operation has implemented several resolutions to help avoid similar occurrences in the future; ensuring all caregivers understand the importance of properly using face-to-name sheets and awaiting the assistance of an administrator to assist with transitioning.