Shields, Denise

5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety (2) (C) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/22/2026

5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety (2) (C) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/22/2026

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 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-12 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

Compliance Date: 7/23/2026

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 provider, Denise Shields .

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: 7/22/2026

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Madison Shields.

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: 7/22/2026

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

Violation: Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by dog food bowls on floor in kitchen and cat food dishes on dining room table.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (4) (F) states: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to the children.

Correction Required: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 4/29/2026

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

Violation: Animal excrement was observed in an outdoor area used by children; the location of the excrement was fall zone of play area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (4) (D) states: Areas used by children shall be free of animal excrement.

Correction Required: No animal excrement shall be in areas used by children.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 4/29/2026

5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety (2) (C) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety (2) (C) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded 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 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-12 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 provider, Denise Shields .

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 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Madison Shields.

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 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Outdoor equipment, big wheel , in backyard was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 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 equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 11/24/2025

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (2) (A) states: Evidence of compliance with a fire and safety inspection as conducted by the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/29/2025

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Jeremy Shields, Denise Shields, Morgan Shields, Madison Shields,Mackenzie Shields 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: 7/30/2025

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 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-needs10 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

Compliance Date: 7/17/2025

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Denise Shields, Madison Shields, Jeremy Shields.

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: 7/30/2025

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Jeremy Shields, Denise Shields, Morgan Shields, Madison Shields,Mackenzie Shields 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 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (2) (A) states: Evidence of compliance with a fire and safety inspection as conducted by the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

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 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-needs10 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 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Denise Shields, Madison Shields, Jeremy Shields.

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 name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (13) (A) states: The child care provider(s);

Correction Required: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/26/2025

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: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/26/2025

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

Violation: The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.

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: 2/17/2025

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by twelve children in care.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (18) states: The number and ages of children a family child care home 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 provider shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 12/11/2024

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (13) (A) states: The child care provider(s);

Correction Required: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.

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: Submit Documentation

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

Violation: Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by cat food on dining room table.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (4) (F) states: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to the children.

Correction Required: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 12/11/2024

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

Violation: The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.

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: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: provider purse. The item(s) was/were located on dining room table.

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: 12/11/2024

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

Violation: Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by three children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (2) (A) states: A family child care home may be licensed for up to ten (10) children. The following staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times and shall not be exceeded except as permitted under these rules: 1 caregiver present, with up to 4 children, all may be under age two (2); 1 caregiver present, with 5-6 children, 3 children may be under age two (2); 1 caregiver present, with 7-10 children, 2 children may be under age two (2); 2 caregivers present, with up to 8 children, 8 children may be under age two (2); 2 caregivers present, with up to 10 children, 4 children may be under age two (2).

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

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

Compliance Date: 12/11/2024

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by twelve children in care.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (18) states: The number and ages of children a family child care home 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 provider shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

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

Violation: The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.

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: Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by food and water dishes on the floor in the kitchen.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (4) (F) states: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to the children.

Correction Required: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 11/25/2024

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

Violation: Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by three children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (2) (A) states: A family child care home may be licensed for up to ten (10) children. The following staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times and shall not be exceeded except as permitted under these rules: 1 caregiver present, with up to 4 children, all may be under age two (2); 1 caregiver present, with 5-6 children, 3 children may be under age two (2); 1 caregiver present, with 7-10 children, 2 children may be under age two (2); 2 caregivers present, with up to 8 children, 8 children may be under age two (2); 2 caregivers present, with up to 10 children, 4 children may be under age two (2).

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

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

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: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/16/2024

5 CSR 25-400.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

Violation: The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (2) (B) 2. states: A diagram of evacuation routes from the room.

Correction Required: Facility must post information as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/16/2024

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 A states: A cot, bed, sofa, padded playpen or crib shall be provided for each child who naps or sleeps. An individually assigned sheet and blanket shall be provided for each child twelve (12) months and older who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used.

Correction Required: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/17/2024

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 E states: Sleeping equipment shall be arranged to provide at least a two-foot (2') aisle on one (1) long side of the equipment.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain a two-foot (2') aisle as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/17/2024

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 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 equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/30/2024

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

Violation: The assistant(s), Jeremy Shields, did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) 3. states: The provider and any assistant hired or volunteering at the facility after initial licensure shall complete the safe sleep training described in subsection (5)(A) of this rule within thirty (30) days of employment or volunteering at the facility.

Correction Required: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/16/2024

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Morgan Shields, Denise Shields, Jeremy Shields and Mackenzie Shields.

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: 7/16/2024

5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process

Violation: The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (13) (A) states: The child care provider(s);

Correction Required: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/10/2024

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: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/10/2024

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Denise Shields, Jeremy Shield, Mackenzie Shields and Morgan shields 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: 7/11/2024

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (2) (A) states: Evidence of compliance with a fire and safety inspection as conducted by the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 4/11/2024

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: 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: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/9/2024

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 broken boards and exposed nails.

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

Compliance Date: 7/10/2024

5 CSR 25-400.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

Violation: The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (2) (B) 2. states: A diagram of evacuation routes from the room.

Correction Required: Facility must post information as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 A states: A cot, bed, sofa, padded playpen or crib shall be provided for each child who naps or sleeps. An individually assigned sheet and blanket shall be provided for each child twelve (12) months and older who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used.

Correction Required: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 E states: Sleeping equipment shall be arranged to provide at least a two-foot (2') aisle on one (1) long side of the equipment.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain a two-foot (2') aisle as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 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 equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

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

Violation: The assistant(s), Jeremy Shields, did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) 3. states: The provider and any assistant hired or volunteering at the facility after initial licensure shall complete the safe sleep training described in subsection (5)(A) of this rule within thirty (30) days of employment or volunteering at the facility.

Correction Required: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

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 Denise Shields, the staff listed need the following information: 9.5.

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

Compliance Date: 7/11/2024

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Morgan Shields, Denise Shields, Jeremy Shields and Mackenzie Shields.

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 name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process (13) (A) states: The child care provider(s);

Correction Required: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.

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: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Denise Shields, Jeremy Shield, Mackenzie Shields and Morgan shields 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 25-400.055 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (2) (A) states: Evidence of compliance with a fire and safety inspection as conducted by the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

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: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 4/10/2024

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: 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: 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 broken boards and exposed nails.

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 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Glade plug in bulb and cheese graters. The item(s) was/were located in unlocked drawers/cabinets.

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: 4/10/2024

5 CSR 25-400.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

Violation: The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (2) (B) 2. states: A diagram of evacuation routes from the room.

Correction Required: Facility must post information as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 A states: A cot, bed, sofa, padded playpen or crib shall be provided for each child who naps or sleeps. An individually assigned sheet and blanket shall be provided for each child twelve (12) months and older who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used.

Correction Required: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 E states: Sleeping equipment shall be arranged to provide at least a two-foot (2') aisle on one (1) long side of the equipment.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain a two-foot (2') aisle as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 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 equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

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

Violation: The assistant(s), Jeremy Shields, did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) 3. states: The provider and any assistant hired or volunteering at the facility after initial licensure shall complete the safe sleep training described in subsection (5)(A) of this rule within thirty (30) days of employment or volunteering at the facility.

Correction Required: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

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 Denise Shields, the staff listed need the following information: 9.5.

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 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Morgan Shields, Denise Shields, Jeremy Shields and Mackenzie Shields.

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

Violation: The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (S) states: The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. First aid/CPR training may count toward the annual clock hour training requirement.

Correction Required: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/5/2024

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

Violation: The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (S) states: The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. First aid/CPR training may count toward the annual clock hour training requirement.

Correction Required: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 2/5/2024

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Makenzie Shields.

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: 1/30/2024

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

Violation: The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (S) states: The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. First aid/CPR training may count toward the annual clock hour training requirement.

Correction Required: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

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

Violation: The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (S) states: The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. First aid/CPR training may count toward the annual clock hour training requirement.

Correction Required: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Makenzie Shields.

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: Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by food and water dishes on kitchen floor.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (4) (F) states: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to the children.

Correction Required: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 10/19/2023

5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Outdoor equipment, Large climber, in backyard was not in good condition as evidenced by handle rusting.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.095 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 equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 10/19/2023

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

Violation: The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (S) states: The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. First aid/CPR training may count toward the annual clock hour training requirement.

Correction Required: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

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

Violation: The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (S) states: The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. First aid/CPR training may count toward the annual clock hour training requirement.

Correction Required: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Makenzie Shields.

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