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The Children's Place II
Hammond, IN
· Lake County
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Hammond, IN 46323
Quick Facts
Capacity
12 children
Age range (listing information)
Infant-Twelve
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Subsidized Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
3
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Licensed Licensed Home
Active License
License Issued
Jul 1, 2025
Active Through
Jun 30, 2027
Issued By
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
District Office
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care
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About the Provider
The Children's Place II is a Licensed Home in HAMMOND IN, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service's listing gives an age range of Infant-Twelve; please confirm current ages with the provider. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM-6:00 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Friday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Type/Date | Action needed to correct issue | Date Resolved |
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| Licensing 2024-04-30 |
Three staff members had expired consent for background check or expired fingerprints. | 2024-06-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age |
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| Licensing 2024-04-30 |
Two staff members had no file on premises, so no documentation of Drug test. | 2024-06-13 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider |
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| Licensing 2024-04-30 |
There were several missing outlet covers in the nap room | 2024-06-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(a) Direct child care providers shall keep protective coverings over exposed electrical outlets |
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| Licensing 2024-04-30 |
Some of the staff have expired CPR and some staff missing all files so no documentation of CPR for those staff | 2024-06-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers |
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| Licensing 2024-04-30 |
Three staff members had missing physicals on file. | 2024-06-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating that they are free from communicable disease, have no physical or other condition which would endanger the health or welfare of children in care, and have an annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray |
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| Licensing 2024-04-30 |
Three staff members had expired TB test or no Tests on file on the premises. | 2024-06-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age |
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| Licensing 2024-04-30 |
There was oven cleaner in the kitchen under the sink and some other cleaners in the kitchen that would be accessible to children. | 2024-06-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies |
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| Licensing 2024-04-30 |
Three staff members had expired consent for background check or expired fingerprints. | 2024-06-13 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39 |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39 | 2023-07-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) Applicant's fingerprint results are over 3 years old. Licensing could not prove that new worker in the home at time of visit had completed the juvenile fingerprinting since a background consent form had not been submitted via ILead |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
Licensee shall provide a separate crib, portacrib, or playpen in which each infant or toddler can sleep. Each crib, portacrib, or playpen shall be equipped with a firm-fitting mattress or pad made of waterproof materials. A parent or legal guardian may provide or approve the use of a bassinet for an infant and is responsible along with the caregiver to monitor its use closely. (Manufacturers of bassinets indicate that a bassinet should no longer be used once an infant begins moving and turning unassisted.) | 2023-06-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.2-5(a) A seven month old was sleeping with a blanket |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
Birth Certificate documentation | 2023-07-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) one child did not have official documentation of their date of birth on file |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
The licensee may use washable cots, sleeping bags, or mats for toddlers over twenty-four (24) months of age | 2023-06-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.2-5(b) When licensing walked into the home a 7 month old male was sleeping on a mat with a loose fitting sheet on the floor wrapped up in a blanket. The only part of the child that was uncovered was the child's head. |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider | 2023-07-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) New worker in the home did not have an initial drug test on file |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age | 2023-07-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) one worker in the home tb test is over a year old. TB test must be done annually |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
A licensee that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. | 2023-06-20 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) When licensing walked into the home a 7 month old male was sleeping on a mat with a loose fitting sheet on the floor wrapped up in a blanket. The only part of the child that was uncovered was the child's head. Did not have documentation of the new worker's safe sleep training on file |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age | 2023-07-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) New worker in the home at time of visit has not submitted a background check via ILEAD |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
The caregiver shall conduct and document quarterly fire drills | 2023-07-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-46(s) When licensing asked about fire drills, worker stated that they use to do them but now they have several babies and it is to hard. Fire drill must be at least once every 3 months and they should be documented |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities | 2023-07-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) One child did not have an initial physical signed by a physician on file |
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| Licensing 2023-02-28 |
Appropriately timed, nutritious meals and snacks shall be made available in such quantity as to meet the needs of each child | 2023-01-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-42(a) A child with a food allergy was exposed to the allergen |
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| Complaints 2023-01-24 |
2023-04-12 | |
| Type of correction needed: Provider not in compliance with child meal regulation. | ||
| Licensing 2022-04-14 |
Birth Certificate documentation | 2022-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) 3 parents have not provider official documentation of date of birth and 3 parents have not consented or declined to have child's name checked against the missing children's registry |
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| Licensing 2022-04-14 |
Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities | 2022-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) One child does not have an initial physical on file |
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| Licensing 2022-04-14 |
Licensee shall provide a two and one-half (2) pound or greater ABC multiple purpose fire extinguisher which shall be located on each floor of the building in which child care services are provided, including an additional extinguisher located in the kitchen area of the child care home | 2022-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-46(m) one of the fire extinguishers is empty |
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| Licensing 2022-04-14 |
Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age. | 2022-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) One child does not have up to date immunizations |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
A licensee that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. | 2021-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) one care giver in the home does not have the Safe Sleep Training on file |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Direct child care providers changing diapers shall wash their hands with soap and running water after each diaper change | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.2-6(c) Caregivers were not observed watching hands after changing diapers |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies | 2021-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) The bedroom door and closet in the bathroom do not lock. There are cleaning supplies under the sink in the kitchen. |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age | 2021-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) 1 individual does not have documentation of annual TB test results on file |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Procedures for preventing, detecting, and reporting suspected child abuse and neglect | 2021-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(3) One staff member has not completed the Child Abuse and Neglect Detection Training |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Caregiver shall obtain written parental permission before taking a child away from the child care home for field trips or any other activities | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-40(a) One child does not have a consent for outings on file |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age | 2021-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) one worker in the home at time of visit has not submitted a background consent form for this home |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign a release for emergency medical care for the child | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(2) One child does not have a consent for emergency medical care on file |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) 3 individuals do not have documentation of the initial drug test results read by the Medical Review Officer on file in the home |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers | 2021-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) Workers do not have documentation of annual CPR and Universal Precautions Training on file |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: Childs name and date of birth | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(a) The parents of one child have not consented or declined to have child's name checked against the missing children's registry |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: The names of adults authorized to pick the child up from the home | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(d) One child does not have listed who is authorized to pick up on file |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39 | 2021-04-30 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) One worker's fingerprints have been rejected |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
The caregiver shall conduct and document quarterly fire drills | 2021-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-46(s) Workers did not know where the fire drill log was |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign an enrollment form for the child | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(1) one child did not have an application on file |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) One child does not have a signed discipline policy |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Licensee shall provide a two and one-half (2) pound or greater ABC multiple purpose fire extinguisher which shall be located on each floor of the building in which child care services are provided, including an additional extinguisher located in the kitchen area of the child care home | 2021-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-46(m) There was only 1 fire extinguisher in the home and it reads that it is empty |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in fire prevention and safety procedures within one (1) week of starting employment or volunteer work | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(a) None of the staff have a staff orientation training form on file |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age. | 2021-05-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) One child does not have up to date immunizations on file |
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| Licensing 2021-04-28 |
Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating that they are free from communicable disease, have no physical or other condition which would endanger the health or welfare of children in care, and have an annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray | 2021-04-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) 3 individuals do not have documentation of initial physicals on file |
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| Licensing 2020-06-03 |
A licensee that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. | 2020-06-08 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) Staff does not have documentation of the Safe Sleep Modules 1 and 2 |
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| Licensing 2020-06-03 |
Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Procedures for preventing, detecting, and reporting suspected child abuse and neglect | 2020-06-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(3) Staff does not have documentation of the child abuse and neglect detection training on file |
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| Licensing 2020-06-03 |
Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating that they are free from communicable disease, have no physical or other condition which would endanger the health or welfare of children in care, and have an annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray | 2020-06-03 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) Staff member does not have an initial physical on file |
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| Licensing 2019-09-18 |
An applicant must submit the required information as part of the application | 2019-09-20 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(b) Provider needs a business license from the city of Hammond |
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