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5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the assistant(s), Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) . states: Every three (3) years the provider, assistant(s), and volunteers in a family child care home licensed to provide care for infants less than one (1) year of age shall successfully complete department-approved training regarding the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) safe sleep recommendations contained in the American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement on sleep-related infant deaths. The Sleep-Related Infant Deaths: Updated 2022 Recommendations for Reducing Infant Deaths in the Sleep Environment, July 2022, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the American Academy of Pediatrics and available at https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/150/1/e2022057990/188304/Sleep-Related-Infant-Deaths-Updated-2022 or as published in PEDIATRICS Volume 150, Issue 1, July 2022. A copy can also be obtained from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood, 205 Jefferson Street, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and at https://dese.mo.gov/governmental-affairs dese-administrativerules/incorporated-reference-materials. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/31/2025

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Amy Heffner.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (5) states: Criminal background checks shall be completed for each child care staff member every five (5) years.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/31/2025

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 8/1/2025

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the assistant(s), Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) . states: Every three (3) years the provider, assistant(s), and volunteers in a family child care home licensed to provide care for infants less than one (1) year of age shall successfully complete department-approved training regarding the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) safe sleep recommendations contained in the American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement on sleep-related infant deaths. The Sleep-Related Infant Deaths: Updated 2022 Recommendations for Reducing Infant Deaths in the Sleep Environment, July 2022, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the American Academy of Pediatrics and available at https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/150/1/e2022057990/188304/Sleep-Related-Infant-Deaths-Updated-2022 or as published in PEDIATRICS Volume 150, Issue 1, July 2022. A copy can also be obtained from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood, 205 Jefferson Street, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and at https://dese.mo.gov/governmental-affairs dese-administrativerules/incorporated-reference-materials. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two (one out of two was received 07/08/25), one child(ren) records did not include field trip and transportation authorization.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (F) states: Field trip and transportation authorization.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 7/16/2025

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Amy Heffner.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (5) states: Criminal background checks shall be completed for each child care staff member every five (5) years.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: The walls located in the bathroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the bottom of the bathroom door has an excessive splintering .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.

Correction Required: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 3/10/2025

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by the grass under swing set and the slide is worn out exposing bare soil.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (3) (A) 9. states: Concrete, asphalt, carpet or bare soil is not an acceptable surface under outdoor equipment from which children might fall and be injured.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 3/14/2025

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the assistant(s), Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) . states: Every three (3) years the provider, assistant(s), and volunteers in a family child care home licensed to provide care for infants less than one (1) year of age shall successfully complete department-approved training regarding the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) safe sleep recommendations contained in the American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement on sleep-related infant deaths. The Sleep-Related Infant Deaths: Updated 2022 Recommendations for Reducing Infant Deaths in the Sleep Environment, July 2022, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the American Academy of Pediatrics and available at https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/150/1/e2022057990/188304/Sleep-Related-Infant-Deaths-Updated-2022 or as published in PEDIATRICS Volume 150, Issue 1, July 2022. A copy can also be obtained from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood, 205 Jefferson Street, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and at https://dese.mo.gov/governmental-affairs dese-administrativerules/incorporated-reference-materials. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2023, the staff listed need the following information: Amy Heffner needs 4.25 clock hours .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (4) (A) states: The provider shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child care-related training during each calendar year. Any assistant who works or volunteers more than five (5) hours per week shall meet the same training requirements. Clock hour training shall be approved by the department.

Correction Required: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were the admission date is unknown.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures

Violation: The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information as evidenced by one child didn't have the authorization for emergency care on file signed by the parents.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures (6) (E) 3 states: Instructions for action to be taken if the parent(s) or physician designated by the parent(s) cannot be reached in an emergency and permission for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 3/10/2025

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two child(ren) records did not include date care begins and ends.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (A) states: The child’s full name, address, birth date and the date care begins and ends.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include home address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include work telephone number of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include name and phone number of the family physician or hospital.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (D) states: Name and phone number of the family physician, or hospital, or both, to be used in an emergency.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/9/2025

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two child(ren) records did not include field trip and transportation authorization.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (F) states: Field trip and transportation authorization.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Amy Heffner.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (5) states: Criminal background checks shall be completed for each child care staff member every five (5) years.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by the grass under swing set and the slide is worn out exposing bare soil.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (3) (A) 9. states: Concrete, asphalt, carpet or bare soil is not an acceptable surface under outdoor equipment from which children might fall and be injured.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: The walls located in the bathroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the bottom of the bathroom door has an excessive splintering .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.

Correction Required: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2023, the staff listed need the following information: Amy Heffner needs 4.25 clock hours .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (4) (A) states: The provider shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child care-related training during each calendar year. Any assistant who works or volunteers more than five (5) hours per week shall meet the same training requirements. Clock hour training shall be approved by the department.

Correction Required: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the assistant(s), Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) . states: Every three (3) years the provider, assistant(s), and volunteers in a family child care home licensed to provide care for infants less than one (1) year of age shall successfully complete department-approved training regarding the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) safe sleep recommendations contained in the American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement on sleep-related infant deaths. The Sleep-Related Infant Deaths: Updated 2022 Recommendations for Reducing Infant Deaths in the Sleep Environment, July 2022, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the American Academy of Pediatrics and available at https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/150/1/e2022057990/188304/Sleep-Related-Infant-Deaths-Updated-2022 or as published in PEDIATRICS Volume 150, Issue 1, July 2022. A copy can also be obtained from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood, 205 Jefferson Street, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and at https://dese.mo.gov/governmental-affairs dese-administrativerules/incorporated-reference-materials. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were the admission date is unknown.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were one admission date is 10/23/2023, the other two admission dates are unknown.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/10/2025

5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures

Violation: The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information as evidenced by two children didn't have the authorization for emergency care on file signed by the parents.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures (6) (E) 3 states: Instructions for action to be taken if the parent(s) or physician designated by the parent(s) cannot be reached in an emergency and permission for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/10/2025

5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures

Violation: The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information as evidenced by one child didn't have the authorization for emergency care on file signed by the parents.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures (6) (E) 3 states: Instructions for action to be taken if the parent(s) or physician designated by the parent(s) cannot be reached in an emergency and permission for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Three child(ren) records did not include date care begins and ends.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (A) states: The child’s full name, address, birth date and the date care begins and ends.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/10/2025

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/10/2025

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include home address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include work telephone number of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/10/2025

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include name and phone number of the family physician or hospital.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (D) states: Name and phone number of the family physician, or hospital, or both, to be used in an emergency.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two child(ren) records did not include field trip and transportation authorization.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (F) states: Field trip and transportation authorization.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two child(ren) records did not include date care begins and ends.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (A) states: The child’s full name, address, birth date and the date care begins and ends.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Amy Heffner.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (5) states: Criminal background checks shall be completed for each child care staff member every five (5) years.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: The walls located in the bathroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the bottom of the bathroom door has an excessive splintering .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.

Correction Required: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by the grass under swing set and the slide is worn out exposing bare soil.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (3) (A) 9. states: Concrete, asphalt, carpet or bare soil is not an acceptable surface under outdoor equipment from which children might fall and be injured.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the assistant(s), Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) . states: Every three (3) years the provider, assistant(s), and volunteers in a family child care home licensed to provide care for infants less than one (1) year of age shall successfully complete department-approved training regarding the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) safe sleep recommendations contained in the American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement on sleep-related infant deaths. The Sleep-Related Infant Deaths: Updated 2022 Recommendations for Reducing Infant Deaths in the Sleep Environment, July 2022, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the American Academy of Pediatrics and available at https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/150/1/e2022057990/188304/Sleep-Related-Infant-Deaths-Updated-2022 or as published in PEDIATRICS Volume 150, Issue 1, July 2022. A copy can also be obtained from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood, 205 Jefferson Street, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and at https://dese.mo.gov/governmental-affairs dese-administrativerules/incorporated-reference-materials. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2023, the staff listed need the following information: Amy Heffner needs 4.25 clock hours .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (4) (A) states: The provider shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child care-related training during each calendar year. Any assistant who works or volunteers more than five (5) hours per week shall meet the same training requirements. Clock hour training shall be approved by the department.

Correction Required: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were one admission date is 10/23/2023, the other two admission dates are unknown.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures

Violation: The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information as evidenced by two children didn't have the authorization for emergency care on file signed by the parents.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures (6) (E) 3 states: Instructions for action to be taken if the parent(s) or physician designated by the parent(s) cannot be reached in an emergency and permission for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Three child(ren) records did not include date care begins and ends.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (A) states: The child’s full name, address, birth date and the date care begins and ends.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include name and phone number of the family physician or hospital.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (D) states: Name and phone number of the family physician, or hospital, or both, to be used in an emergency.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two child(ren) records did not include field trip and transportation authorization.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (F) states: Field trip and transportation authorization.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Two child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include home address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: One child(ren) records did not include work telephone number of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Amy Heffner.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (5) states: Criminal background checks shall be completed for each child care staff member every five (5) years.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Marcel Harris.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The licensing representative did not have access to the entire premises as evidenced by Amy Heffner does not want CI's in her bedroom.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (3) states: The licensing process shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the child care home by the licensing representative.

Correction Required: The inspection shall include the entire premises of the child care home.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 5/21/2024

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that there is an area of the fence with broken chain links near the ground to the left from the entrance.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (3) (A) 1. states: An outdoor play area shall be available on or adjoining the day care property. The play area shall be located so it is convenient and the children can gain access to it without hazard. It shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. For family day care homes initially licensed after the effective date of these rules, or for the installation of new fences in existing facilities, the fence shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Fences shall be constructed to prevent children from crawling or falling through or becoming entrapped.

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 5/21/2024

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The licensing representative did not have access to the entire premises as evidenced by Amy Heffner does not want CI's in her bedroom.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (3) states: The licensing process shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the child care home by the licensing representative.

Correction Required: The inspection shall include the entire premises of the child care home.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that there is an area of the fence with broken chain links near the ground to the left from the entrance.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (3) (A) 1. states: An outdoor play area shall be available on or adjoining the day care property. The play area shall be located so it is convenient and the children can gain access to it without hazard. It shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. For family day care homes initially licensed after the effective date of these rules, or for the installation of new fences in existing facilities, the fence shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Fences shall be constructed to prevent children from crawling or falling through or becoming entrapped.

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Term #2 requesting the the terms of probation and a copy of probation letter must be posted where those entering the facility can easily review them was not followed, requested by the department, was/were not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (11) states: Records and reports shall be submitted to the department as required.

Correction Required: Requested documents shall be submitted.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 4/29/2024

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The licensing representative did not have access to the entire premises as evidenced by Amy Heffner does not want CI's in her bedroom.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (3) states: The licensing process shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the child care home by the licensing representative.

Correction Required: The inspection shall include the entire premises of the child care home.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: the piece of plastic wrap covering the window was detached . The item(s) was/were located on the window in the playroom.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (1) (J) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Required: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 3/18/2024

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Term #2 stating that the terms of probation should be posted where those entering the facility can easily review them, requested by the department, was/were not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (11) states: Records and reports shall be submitted to the department as required.

Correction Required: Requested documents shall be submitted.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 3/18/2024

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The licensing representative did not have access to the entire premises as evidenced by Amy Heffner does not want CI's in her bedroom.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (3) states: The licensing process shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the child care home by the licensing representative.

Correction Required: The inspection shall include the entire premises of the child care home.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were 3/2023 and 10/2020.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/29/2024

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The licensing representative did not have access to the entire premises as evidenced by Amy Heffner does not want CI's in her bedroom.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (3) states: The licensing process shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the child care home by the licensing representative.

Correction Required: The inspection shall include the entire premises of the child care home.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were 3/2023 and 10/2020.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The licensing representative did not have access to the entire premises as evidenced by Amy Heffner does not want CI's in her bedroom.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (3) states: The licensing process shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the child care home by the licensing representative.

Correction Required: The inspection shall include the entire premises of the child care home.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Annual Declaration was not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (1) (A) states: An Annual Declaration for Licensed Facility form, revised 2021 and incorporated by reference in this rule. As published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms, indicating the licensee’s intent to continue operating a licensed family child care home and agreement to comply with all statutes and department licensing rules;

Correction Required: The child care provider shall submit the Annual Declaration as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/20/2023

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Amy Heffner and Marcell Harris within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (2) (C) states: The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry check for all child care staff members within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date as printed on the license.

Correction Required: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/20/2023

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: A caregiver did not cooperate with the department as evidenced by upon arrival, while Amy Heffner allowed Compliance Inspector (CI) Julie Pleimann and CI Jade Stewart-Martin inside the home, Amy did not allow CI Pleimann or CI Stewart-Martin to observe the home, observe the children, or take attendance. Amy repeated she would be with the CI’s once she got the children settled. Amy told CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin to sit in the living room and would not allow them to walk through the home. A few minutes later, Amy did allow CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin to see the bathroom but would not allow them access to the children. A few minutes later, Amy came into the living room and instructed CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin that she was ready for attendance and allowed CI Pleimann and CI Stewart -Martin to see the children. Amy refused to let CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin see her bedroom. Amy stated she would only allow CI's in her bedroom every other month. Amy stated that she knows the CI’s just wants to take her license and no one has any intention of helping her. During the inspection, Amy threatened CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin, when Amy was asked if she would be closed during Christmas. Amy stated, you better not show up at her home while I am closed, in an aggressive chuckling tone. CI Pleimann attempted to review the inspection report with Amy. Amy began to speak sternly and became aggravated at CI Pleimann while holding a 7-month-old infant in her arms. The infant began crying as Amy was speaking sternly. Amy stated she did not like how the rule violation was worded. Amy refused to sign the inspection report and told CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin to get out of her house and finish the inspection report in the car. Amy refused to sign the inspection report.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (F) states: All caregivers shall cooperate with the department.

Correction Required: Caregivers shall be cooperative.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/20/2023

5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were 3/2023 and 10/2020.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Joyful Faces Daycare LLC failed to follow probationary term 2, which states that a copy of the probationary terms and a copy of the probation must be posted where those entering the facility can easily review them, requested by the department, was/were not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (11) states: Records and reports shall be submitted to the department as required.

Correction Required: Requested documents shall be submitted.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/20/2023

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The licensing representative did not have access to the entire premises as evidenced by compliance inspectors (CI) Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin were not allowed into provider, Amy Heffner's bedroom. Amy stated she would allow CI's in every other month. Upon arrival, Amy did not allow CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin to have access to the children to take attendance. Amy insisted that CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin sit down in the living room, refusing access to the home.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (3) states: The licensing process shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the child care home by the licensing representative.

Correction Required: The inspection shall include the entire premises of the child care home.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Annual Declaration was not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (1) (A) states: An Annual Declaration for Licensed Facility form, revised 2021 and incorporated by reference in this rule. As published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms, indicating the licensee’s intent to continue operating a licensed family child care home and agreement to comply with all statutes and department licensing rules;

Correction Required: The child care provider shall submit the Annual Declaration as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Amy Heffner and Marcell Harris within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (2) (C) states: The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry check for all child care staff members within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date as printed on the license.

Correction Required: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Violation: A caregiver did not cooperate with the department as evidenced by upon arrival, while Amy Heffner allowed Compliance Inspector (CI) Julie Pleimann and CI Jade Stewart-Martin inside the home, Amy did not allow CI Pleimann or CI Stewart-Martin to observe the home, observe the children, or take attendance. Amy repeated she would be with the CI’s once she got the children settled. Amy told CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin to sit in the living room and would not allow them to walk through the home. A few minutes later, Amy did allow CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin to see the bathroom but would not allow them access to the children. A few minutes later, Amy came into the living room and instructed CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin that she was ready for attendance and allowed CI Pleimann and CI Stewart -Martin to see the children. Amy refused to let CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin see her bedroom. Amy stated she would only allow CI's in her bedroom every other month. Amy stated that she knows the CI’s just wants to take her license and no one has any intention of helping her. During the inspection, Amy threatened CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin, when Amy was asked if she would be closed during Christmas. Amy stated, you better not show up at her home while I am closed, in an aggressive chuckling tone. CI Pleimann attempted to review the inspection report with Amy. Amy began to speak sternly and became aggravated at CI Pleimann while holding a 7-month-old infant in her arms. The infant began crying as Amy was speaking sternly. Amy stated she did not like how the rule violation was worded. Amy refused to sign the inspection report and told CI Pleimann and CI Stewart-Martin to get out of her house and finish the inspection report in the car. Amy refused to sign the inspection report.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (F) states: All caregivers shall cooperate with the department.

Correction Required: Caregivers shall be cooperative.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were 3/2023 and 10/2020.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Joyful Faces Daycare LLC failed to follow probationary term 2, which states that a copy of the probationary terms and a copy of the probation must be posted where those entering the facility can easily review them, requested by the department, was/were not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (11) states: Records and reports shall be submitted to the department as required.

Correction Required: Requested documents shall be submitted.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (12) states: Once granted, the license shall be posted near the entrance of the home where it may be seen easily by parents or others who visit.

Correction Required: The official license shall be posted.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 10/25/2023

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The licensing representative did not have access to the entire premises as evidenced by CI's were not allowed into provider's bedroom. Provider stated she would allow CI's in every other month.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (3) states: The licensing process shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the child care home by the licensing representative.

Correction Required: The inspection shall include the entire premises of the child care home.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The equipment list was not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (1) (B) states: A current list of available equipment.

Correction Required: The child care provider shall submit an equipment list as required.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 10/25/2023

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (1) (C) states: A listing of household members and assistant(s).

Correction Required: The child care provider shall submit a listing of all household members and assistants.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 10/25/2023

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Annual Declaration was not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (1) (A) states: An Annual Declaration for Licensed Facility form, revised 2021 and incorporated by reference in this rule. As published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms, indicating the licensee’s intent to continue operating a licensed family child care home and agreement to comply with all statutes and department licensing rules;

Correction Required: The child care provider shall submit the Annual Declaration as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Amy Heffner and Marcell Harris within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (2) (C) states: The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry check for all child care staff members within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date as printed on the license.

Correction Required: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were 3/2023 and 10/2020.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

Correction Required: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Joyful Faces Daycare LLC failed to follow probationary term 7 which states that Joyful Faces shall develop and implement a plan to ensure clock hours are completed timely and by December 31 of each calendar year, requested by the department, was/were not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (11) states: Records and reports shall be submitted to the department as required.

Correction Required: Requested documents shall be submitted.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 10/25/2023

5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports

Violation: Joyful Faces Daycare LLC failed to follow probationary term 2, which states that a copy of the probationary terms and a copy of the probation must be posted where those entering the facility can easily review them, requested by the department, was/were not submitted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (11) states: Records and reports shall be submitted to the department as required.

Correction Required: Requested documents shall be submitted.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation