Little Hornets Learning Center Llc

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Nanie Hawkins, Debbie Hay and Kathy Mace within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 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: 2/11/2026

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Kathy Mace needs 4 hours. As of 8/25/26, Kathy Mace now needs 12 hours and Deborah Hay needs 8.25 hours. .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (3) (A) states: The center director, group child care home provider, all other caregivers, and those volunteers who are counted in staff/child ratios shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child-care related training during each calendar year. 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 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Nanie Hawkins, Debbie Hay and Kathy Mace within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 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 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Kathy Mace needs 4 hours.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (3) (A) states: The center director, group child care home provider, all other caregivers, and those volunteers who are counted in staff/child ratios shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child-care related training during each calendar year. 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 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: Written parental consent was not on file for field trips and transportation.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (1) (B) states: Written parental consent shall be on file at the facility for field trips and transportation.

Correction Required: Written parental consent shall be on file at the facility for field trips and transportation.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 2/11/2026

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: The driver of a vehicle used to transport children was not qualified as evidenced by Nanie Hawkins did not have a valid driver's license (Class E or CDL).

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (2) (A) states: The driver of any vehicle used to transport children shall be no less than eighteen (18) years of age and shall have a valid driver's license as required by Missouri law.

Correction Required: The driver of any vehicle used to transport children shall meet age and licensing requirements.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 2/11/2026

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: Identifying information in the vehicle was not available.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (3) (B) states: Identifying information regarding the name of the provider, the names of the children and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of each child's parent(s) shall be carried in the vehicle.

Correction Required: During transport, the facility shall carry identifying information for provider and children as required.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 2/11/2026

5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process

Violation: The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by the facility was caring for 5 children under 2 years and the limitations only allow for 4 children under 2 years.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process (18) states: The number and ages of children a group child care home or child care center is authorized to have in care at any one time shall be specified on the license and shall not be exceeded except as permitted within these rules.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 9/5/2025

5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios

Violation: Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 15 children , ages 3 months through 5 years, were cared for by 2 adult caregiver(s).

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.

Correction Required: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 9/5/2025

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: Identifying information in the vehicle was not available.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (3) (B) states: Identifying information regarding the name of the provider, the names of the children and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of each child's parent(s) shall be carried in the vehicle.

Correction Required: During transport, the facility shall carry identifying information for provider and children as required.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: The driver of a vehicle used to transport children was not qualified as evidenced by Nanie Hawkins did not have a valid driver's license (Class E or CDL).

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (2) (A) states: The driver of any vehicle used to transport children shall be no less than eighteen (18) years of age and shall have a valid driver's license as required by Missouri law.

Correction Required: The driver of any vehicle used to transport children shall meet age and licensing requirements.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: Written parental consent was not on file for field trips and transportation.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (1) (B) states: Written parental consent shall be on file at the facility for field trips and transportation.

Correction Required: Written parental consent shall be on file at the facility for field trips and transportation.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process

Violation: The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by the facility was caring for 5 children under 2 years and the limitations only allow for 4 children under 2 years.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process (18) states: The number and ages of children a group child care home or child care center is authorized to have in care at any one time shall be specified on the license and shall not be exceeded except as permitted within these rules.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios

Violation: Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 15 children , ages 3 months through 5 years, were cared for by 2 adult caregiver(s).

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.

Correction Required: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: Identifying information in the vehicle was not available.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (3) (B) states: Identifying information regarding the name of the provider, the names of the children and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of each child's parent(s) shall be carried in the vehicle.

Correction Required: During transport, the facility shall carry identifying information for provider and children as required.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: Children were not restrained by seat belts or child restraint device per Missouri law as evidenced by 7 children were not placed in car seats or booster seats when transported to and from the facility.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (3) (A) states: All children shall be seated in a permanent seat and restrained by seat belts or child restraint devices as required by Missouri law.

Correction Required: During transport, all children shall be seated and restrained as required by Missouri law.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 8/22/2025

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: The driver of a vehicle used to transport children was not qualified as evidenced by Nanie Hawkins did not have a valid driver's license (Class E or CDL).

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (2) (A) states: The driver of any vehicle used to transport children shall be no less than eighteen (18) years of age and shall have a valid driver's license as required by Missouri law.

Correction Required: The driver of any vehicle used to transport children shall meet age and licensing requirements.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: Written parental consent was not on file for field trips and transportation.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (1) (B) states: Written parental consent shall be on file at the facility for field trips and transportation.

Correction Required: Written parental consent shall be on file at the facility for field trips and transportation.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

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 had openings that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 7 inches at the top of the fence located in the back right corner of the school age playground.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 1. states: A fenced 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. For facilities 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. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. 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.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 8/14/2025

5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program

Violation: Requirements for supervised nap period was not met as evidenced by a child was not placed on his/her back to sleep.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program (2) (C) 4. A. states: A child under twelve (12) months of age shall be placed on his/her back to sleep.

Correction Required: Children under 12 months of age should be placed on his/her back to sleep.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 8/14/2025

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips

Violation: Children were not restrained by seat belts or child restraint device per Missouri law as evidenced by 7 children were not placed in car seats or booster seats when transported to and from the facility.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (3) (A) states: All children shall be seated in a permanent seat and restrained by seat belts or child restraint devices as required by Missouri law.

Correction Required: During transport, all children shall be seated and restrained as required by Missouri law.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.122 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 9/23/2024.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, shall require a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of a 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)form, 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: 5/20/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

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 had openings that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 5 inches at the top of the fence panel next to the table on the school age playground.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 1. states: A fenced 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. For facilities 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. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. 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.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/12/2025

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Infant sleeping requirements were not met as evidenced by mattress cover was not tight fitting.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. F. states: Soft materials or objects such as pillows, quilts, comforters, or sheepskins, even if covered by a sheet, shall not be placed under a sleeping infant. If a mattress cover to protect against wetness is used, it shall be tightly fitting and thin.

Correction Required: Infant sleeping requirements shall be met.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/12/2025

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Outdoor equipment, caterpillar tunnel, in the preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by there was a crack on the first section of the tunnel.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.

Correction Required: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/12/2025

5 CSR 25-500.122 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 9/23/2024.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, shall require a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of a 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)form, 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 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: 1 child(ren) records did not include address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (C) states: Name, address and telephone number of another individual (friend or relative) who might be reached in an emergency when the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian cannot be reached;

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

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/12/2025

5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: 2 child(ren) records did not include telephone number of family physician or hospital.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (D) states: Name and phone number of the family physician, hospital, or both, to be used in an emergency;

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

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/12/2025

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Requirements for the outdoor play area were not met as evidenced by the fence had openings that were greater than 3 1/2 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 7 inches on the black fence in the front of the building.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (A) states: An outdoor play area available on or adjoining the child care property. Facilities with a capacity of more than ten (10) children shall have a fenced play area. Play areas in facilities with a capacity of ten (10) or fewer children shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. Fences shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Openings in fences shall be no greater than three and one-half inches (3 1/2").

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be on or adjoining the property and fenced as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 1/2/2024

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Requirements for the outdoor play area were not met as evidenced by the fence had openings that were greater than 3 1/2 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 4.5 inches at the top of the fence in multiple areas on the back side of the playground that is located on the right hand side of the building .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (A) states: An outdoor play area available on or adjoining the child care property. Facilities with a capacity of more than ten (10) children shall have a fenced play area. Play areas in facilities with a capacity of ten (10) or fewer children shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. Fences shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Openings in fences shall be no greater than three and one-half inches (3 1/2").

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be on or adjoining the property and fenced as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/15/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the presence of weed barrier on the playground next to the building was showing. This is a tripping hazard.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (C) states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities. It shall be well-maintained and free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, barbed wire, open wells, rocks and other debris, and shall have good drainage.

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/15/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the presence of a sharp edge on the bottom of the metal siding has become unsecured. This is located on the playground on the left hand side of the building next to the chair and tricycle .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (C) states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities. It shall be well-maintained and free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, barbed wire, open wells, rocks and other debris, and shall have good drainage.

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/19/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the presence of animal excrement was located on the playground in the grass next to the pvc pipe by the play structure.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (C) states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities. It shall be well-maintained and free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, barbed wire, open wells, rocks and other debris, and shall have good drainage.

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/12/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The equipment, a airplane, that is over 24 inches high, does not have sufficient impact absorbing material present as evidenced by it is currently placed over a combination of chat (large grey rock) and grass.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (D) states: The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment over twenty-four inches (24") high covered with impact-absorbing materials that will effectively cushion the fall of a child. Materials may include sand, pea gravel, tanbark, shredded tires, wood chips, rubber matting or other approved resilient material.

Correction Required: Impact absorbent materials shall be in the fall zone for any equipment over 24 inches high.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/15/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The facility failed to meet requirements for 8 children, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 5 (A) states: An individual mat, cot or bed with an individually assigned sheet and blanket provided for each child who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used. If mats are used they shall have nonabsorbent, cleanable coverings and shall not be placed directly on concrete, linoleum, hardwood, or tile floors when children are resting or napping. They shall be used only over carpeting and shall be long enough so the child's head or feet do not rest off the mat. Mats shall be washed and sanitized at least weekly, or more often as needed, and shall be cleaned and sanitized before use by another child.

Correction Required: An individual mat, cot or bed with individually assigned sheet and blanket is required for each child who naps.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/15/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Requirements for the outdoor play area were not met as evidenced by the fence was less than 42 inches high; the measured height was 36 inches.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (A) states: An outdoor play area available on or adjoining the child care property. Facilities with a capacity of more than ten (10) children shall have a fenced play area. Play areas in facilities with a capacity of ten (10) or fewer children shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. Fences shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Openings in fences shall be no greater than three and one-half inches (3 1/2").

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be on or adjoining the property and fenced as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/19/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Requirements for the outdoor play area were not met as evidenced by the fence had openings that were greater than 3 1/2 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 1 foot 1 inch were located at the bottom of the black fence it the front of the building.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (A) states: An outdoor play area available on or adjoining the child care property. Facilities with a capacity of more than ten (10) children shall have a fenced play area. Play areas in facilities with a capacity of ten (10) or fewer children shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. Fences shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Openings in fences shall be no greater than three and one-half inches (3 1/2").

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be on or adjoining the property and fenced as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/19/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: 8 oz of spackling, quart of paint and 1 gallon of bleach. The item(s) was/were located under the sink in the staff bathroom.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 1 (D) states: Hazardous materials such as cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages or hazardous personal care items shall be inaccessible to children and stored to prevent cross-contamination of food and food-related materials.

Correction Required: Hazardous material(s) shall be inaccessible to children and stored to prevent cross-contamination of food and food-related items.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 12/11/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Requirements for the outdoor play area were not met as evidenced by the fence had openings that were greater than 3 1/2 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 4.5 inches at the top of the fence in multiple areas on the back side of the playground that is located on the right hand side of the building .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (A) states: An outdoor play area available on or adjoining the child care property. Facilities with a capacity of more than ten (10) children shall have a fenced play area. Play areas in facilities with a capacity of ten (10) or fewer children shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. Fences shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Openings in fences shall be no greater than three and one-half inches (3 1/2").

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be on or adjoining the property and fenced as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the presence of animal excrement was located on the playground in the grass next to the pvc pipe by the play structure.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (C) states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities. It shall be well-maintained and free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, barbed wire, open wells, rocks and other debris, and shall have good drainage.

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The equipment, a airplane, that is over 24 inches high, does not have sufficient impact absorbing material present as evidenced by it is currently placed over a combination of chat (large grey rock) and grass.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (D) states: The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment over twenty-four inches (24") high covered with impact-absorbing materials that will effectively cushion the fall of a child. Materials may include sand, pea gravel, tanbark, shredded tires, wood chips, rubber matting or other approved resilient material.

Correction Required: Impact absorbent materials shall be in the fall zone for any equipment over 24 inches high.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The facility failed to meet requirements for 8 children, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 5 (A) states: An individual mat, cot or bed with an individually assigned sheet and blanket provided for each child who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used. If mats are used they shall have nonabsorbent, cleanable coverings and shall not be placed directly on concrete, linoleum, hardwood, or tile floors when children are resting or napping. They shall be used only over carpeting and shall be long enough so the child's head or feet do not rest off the mat. Mats shall be washed and sanitized at least weekly, or more often as needed, and shall be cleaned and sanitized before use by another child.

Correction Required: An individual mat, cot or bed with individually assigned sheet and blanket is required for each child who naps.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Requirements for the outdoor play area were not met as evidenced by the fence had openings that were greater than 3 1/2 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 1 foot 1 inch were located at the bottom of the black fence it the front of the building.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (A) states: An outdoor play area available on or adjoining the child care property. Facilities with a capacity of more than ten (10) children shall have a fenced play area. Play areas in facilities with a capacity of ten (10) or fewer children shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. Fences shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Openings in fences shall be no greater than three and one-half inches (3 1/2").

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be on or adjoining the property and fenced as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Requirements for the outdoor play area were not met as evidenced by the fence was less than 42 inches high; the measured height was 36 inches.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (A) states: An outdoor play area available on or adjoining the child care property. Facilities with a capacity of more than ten (10) children shall have a fenced play area. Play areas in facilities with a capacity of ten (10) or fewer children shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. Fences shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Openings in fences shall be no greater than three and one-half inches (3 1/2").

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be on or adjoining the property and fenced as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: vitamins . The item(s) was/were located in the second drawer of the office desk.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 1 (D) states: Hazardous materials such as cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages or hazardous personal care items shall be inaccessible to children and stored to prevent cross-contamination of food and food-related materials.

Correction Required: Hazardous material(s) shall be inaccessible to children and stored to prevent cross-contamination of food and food-related items.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 12/11/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: 6 foot plywood shelf. The item(s) was/were located in the staff bathroom leaning against the wall.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 1 (D) states: Hazardous materials such as cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages or hazardous personal care items shall be inaccessible to children and stored to prevent cross-contamination of food and food-related materials.

Correction Required: Hazardous material(s) shall be inaccessible to children and stored to prevent cross-contamination of food and food-related items.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 12/11/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: body spray, 1 can of spray paint, deodorant and 1 bottle of lice control spray . The item(s) was/were located in the closet in the staff bathroom.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 1 (D) states: Hazardous materials such as cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages or hazardous personal care items shall be inaccessible to children and stored to prevent cross-contamination of food and food-related materials.

Correction Required: Hazardous material(s) shall be inaccessible to children and stored to prevent cross-contamination of food and food-related items.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 12/11/2023

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: Requirements for the outdoor play area were not met as evidenced by the fence had openings that were greater than 3 1/2 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 7 inches on the black fence in the front of the building.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (A) states: An outdoor play area available on or adjoining the child care property. Facilities with a capacity of more than ten (10) children shall have a fenced play area. Play areas in facilities with a capacity of ten (10) or fewer children shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. Fences shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Openings in fences shall be no greater than three and one-half inches (3 1/2").

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be on or adjoining the property and fenced as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the presence of a sharp edge on the bottom of the metal siding has become unsecured. This is located on the playground on the left hand side of the building next to the chair and tricycle .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (C) states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities. It shall be well-maintained and free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, barbed wire, open wells, rocks and other debris, and shall have good drainage.

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the presence of weed barrier on the playground next to the building was showing. This is a tripping hazard.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (C) states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities. It shall be well-maintained and free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, barbed wire, open wells, rocks and other debris, and shall have good drainage.

Correction Required: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment

Violation: The facility failed to meet requirements for children rest or nap on mats placed directly on a concrete floor.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 5 (A) states: An individual mat, cot or bed with an individually assigned sheet and blanket provided for each child who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used. If mats are used they shall have nonabsorbent, cleanable coverings and shall not be placed directly on concrete, linoleum, hardwood, or tile floors when children are resting or napping. They shall be used only over carpeting and shall be long enough so the child's head or feet do not rest off the mat. Mats shall be washed and sanitized at least weekly, or more often as needed, and shall be cleaned and sanitized before use by another child.

Correction Required: An individual mat, cot or bed with individually assigned sheet and blanket is required for each child who naps.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 12/11/2023