Description: 5TH PLACE COMMUNITY CHILDCARE is a Child Care Center in MESA AZ, with a maximum capacity of 56 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Ones; Twos; Three to Five; School-Age. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0157251 | 2025-08-21 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual inspection conducted on 08.21.25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspections Rights and the Small Bill of Rights to the facility director at the time of the inspection. A link to the Empower Self-Evaluation was sent to the facility director. The Emergency Disaster Plan update form was completed at the time of the inspection. Four fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified as valid through the DPS website. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Ensure Criminal History Affidavit is completed. *Ensure outdoor toys and equipment are in a clean working condition. *Ensure walkers are only used by one-year-olds. *Ensure toilets are flushed. *Ensure trash receptacle is available in the two's restroom. *Ensure all debris is removed from the diaper changing area. *Ensure napkins are not stored in the restroom. *Ensure milk is disposed of after the consumption date has passed. *Ensure First Aid Kit contains gauze rolls. | |||
| INSP-0047285 | 2024-09-04 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: Amended 9/24/24 The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 09/04/2024 subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez Please submit the plan of corrections through the LMS provider portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 6 of 6 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey link was provided at the time of inspection. Please complete within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following items were discussed, but not limited to: **Fingerprint cards verified as valid before the starting date of employment **Training requirements - 18 hours of annual training, completion of required topics for new staff training **First aid requirements - Gauze rolls and recloseable gallon bags **Vehicle used to transport children kept in a clean condition **Field trip documentation requirements - Phone number of field trip destination **Unused outlets kept covered with a safety plug or insert | |||
| INSP-0033999 | 2023-10-26 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 10/11/2023, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following items were discussed but not limited to: **Children's personal products kept inaccessible - Ones room **Use of diaper changing sink | |||
| INSP-0032532 | 2023-09-19 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies at the time of Complaint #00063791 investigation conducted on 9/19/23. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 9/19/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Ones/Twos: 1:3 Threes/Fours: 1:6 Three staff members were interviewed during this investigation. One staff file was reviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was reviewed: Classroom rosters. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, staff interview and documentation that 1 of 1 allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. | |||
| INSP-0031582 | 2023-09-05 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 09/05/2023, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer (CO) #1: Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer (CO) #2: David Ramos Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections via the Licensing portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. 5 of 5 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey link was provided at the time of inspection. Please complete within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following items were discussed, but not limited to: **Diaper changing area requirements/set-up **Toddler room/materials arrangement **East fenced-in area used for toddlers - dimensions/capacity provided **Existing modification application - remodel **Playground hazards - area under remodel | |||
| INSP-0029062 | 2023-06-28 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Monitoring inspection conducted on 6/28/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections via the portal with 10 business days. The fingerprint clearance cards for 3 of 3 staff members whose files were reviewed were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer #1: Gwen Shawley Compliance Officer #2: Tricia Tartaglio | |||
| 2022-01-18 | Article 2 | R9-5-203.C. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyor's observations, the file for Staff #1 (SD: 11/9/2021) lacked a copy of their fingerprint clearance card. *Repeat Deficiency on 11/30/2021. | |||
| 2022-01-18 | article 3 | R9-5-301.F.1.2. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyor's observations, the file for Staff #1 (SD: 11/9/2021) lacked a negative TB Mantoux test. | |||
| 2022-01-18 | article 3 | R9-5-304.B.1-9. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyor's observations, 1 out of 5 Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record cards reviewed, lacked the following information: Child #1: The name and contact telephone number of the child 's health care provider. *Repeat Deficiency on 11/30/2021 & 9/21/2021. | |||
| 2022-01-18 | article 5 | R9-5-501.A.12 | |
| Initial Comments: Based on the Surveyor's observations, in the Toddler classroom, the bottom of the exit door was broken and had sharp metal edges. *Repeat Deficiency on 11/30/21. | |||
| 2022-01-18 | article 5 | R9-5-503.A.1.a.b. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on the Surveyor's observations, in the Toddler classroom, the diaper changing table had a missing piece of laminate on the edge. *Repeat Deficiency on 9/21/2021 and 11/30/2021. | |||
| 2022-01-18 | article 5 | R9-5-503.A.2.a-c. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on the Surveyor's observations, in the Toddler classroom, the water in the diaper changing sink measured at 65 F. *Repeat deficiency on 9/21/2021 and 11/30/2021. | |||
| 2022-01-18 | Article 6 | R9-5-603.C.2. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on the Surveyor's observations, the Outdoor activity area had the following hazards: Toddler playground: An uncoiled hose on the patio. Preschool playground: Peeled rubber surfacing on the play structure. *Repeat deficiency on 9/21/2021 and 11/30/2021. | |||
| 2022-01-18 | Article 6 | R9-5-603.E.1.2. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on the Surveyor's observations, the Preschool playground lacked 5" of the required 6" of wood chips by the fire pole. | |||
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