Tracy Heutsche Family Child Care Home
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Hours of Operation
- Monday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-07-09 | Renewal | 3290.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: In the living room area, a white side table was observed to have an empty zip-top bag in reach of children, posing a suffocation risk to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I had the bag removed and placed into a garbage can. I will make sure that I am consistently looking for items like this that could pose a safety risk for children. |
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| 2026-07-09 | Renewal | 3290.18 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.18 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: In the front room off of the living room, which is used as childcare space, furniture and other household items had been piled up for temporary storage. These items were accessible to children and posed a risk of toppling/falling. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The retractable gate that is used in the doorway of this room had been taken outside for use on the back deck. I brought it inside and gated off the room for safety. In the future I will be diligent about returning the gate to the indoors when we come inside. I will also be ridding the room of the furniture by August 31st so the room may go back to its original use which is an additional childcare space for crafting and educational activities. |
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| 2025-07-16 | Renewal | 3290.24(b) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.24(b) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The operator did not have written proof of reviewing the emergency plan in the last 12 months. Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility. |
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| 2025-07-16 | Renewal | 3290.24(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.24(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: Staff #1's file did not contain proof of emergency plan training within the past 12 months. Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure that I and all volunteers or staff I may acquire receive training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. |
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| 2025-07-16 | Renewal | 3290.64(c) - Toxic plants not permitted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.64(c) Description: Toxic plants not permitted Noncompliance Area: In the outside play space next to the steps are Hosta(August Lillies) which are toxic to children. In the garden area on the left-hand side of the outside play space and near the gate leading to the front are a garden peony which are toxic to children. Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will remove the Hosta and peony located in my fenced in play area today! |
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| 2025-07-16 | Renewal | 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.75(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: There was peeling paint on the back porch in the outside play area. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of inspection, I had already purchased the decking stain and had a contractor lined up to refinish the deck. He came to power wash, sand and paint the deck on August 5th. |
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| 2025-07-16 | Renewal | 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Noncompliance Area: The fire alarm testing log contained the following dates: 1/3/25-2/3/25 and 5/2/25-6/2/25 which are more than 30 days apart. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure that I take into consideration the number of days in each month and I will be sure to test the fire detection system in my home every 30 days or less. |
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| 2024-07-29 | Renewal | 3290.31(f)/3290.192(4) - Age and training/Required training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.31(f)/3290.192(4) Description: Age and training/Required training Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacked 11 of the 12 annual childcare training from 12/19/22 - 12/19/23. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Hours were borrowed and are now in the file. |
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| 2023-07-06 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3) Description: Services provided Noncompliance Area: The most recent Child Service Reports in the file for Child #3 exceeded 6 months between reports. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I am 100% certain that this child's service reports were all completed within the appropriate timeframe and I have the records dated as such. What seems to have happened in this case, I must have given the parent the only copy and didn't make one for myself. I will be asking this parent if they have the original that I could make a copy of and put in his file. |
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| 2023-07-06 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(5) - Information re: disability | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: disability Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form in the file for Child #3 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure that the family initial the special needs box on the contract. |
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| 2023-07-06 | Renewal | 3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1) Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2, a Preschool Child, did not include an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On the date of inspection I contacted this family and they got a copy for me immediately and it was put into his file the next day. |
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| 2023-07-06 | Renewal | 3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #1 (9 months old) did not include documentation of required 6-month immunizations for DTAP and Pneumococcal. The most recent immunization records in the files for Child #2 and #4 did not include documentation of a flu shot administered within the past year or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Children # 1, 2 and 4 must be dismissed from care by close of business July 6, 2023 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On the very day of my inspection, I reached out to this family of child #1 and was given a copy of her immunization records on her next date of care. Her check up was on a different date than her immunizations and while I filed her health report, I neglected to notice that the immunizations weren't there and I forgot to ask for them. I will do so for every doctor visit that the children have going forward and will ask about immunizations as well. Child 2 had a flu shot that was not in the records. The parent updated the file for me. Parent 4 wrote an exemption letter for me to add to the file. |
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| 2023-07-06 | Renewal | 3290.22(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.22(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: The current Certificate of Compliance was not posted at the facility. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office posted at the same location. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On the date of inspection, Mark Joseph resent me the email containing the certificate of compliance and I printed and hung it that day. |
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| 2023-07-06 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.64(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: Observed cleaning products, which were accessible to children, in an unlocked cabinet under the kitchen sink. Observed three cans of paint, which were accessible to children, near the basement door in the kitchen. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cleaning supplies under the sink are typically locked with the lock on the cabinet, however I had just started the dishwasher upon Mark Joseph's arrival and unfortunately didn't lock it when I answered the door. It was locked during inspection. The cans of paint were also put in the basement that has a door lock on it, during inspection. |
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| 2023-07-06 | Renewal | 3290.77 - Glass | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.77 Description: Glass Noncompliance Area: The glass windows in the playroom lacked a visual strip or other visual identification placed on the glass. Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I ordered window markers for use on the toy room windows. They were delivered on 7/18 and I used them to decorate the windows. If necessary, I will also purchase stickers. I will keep the windows decorated on child care days. Using window markers will allow me to change the design daily/weekly and allow me the ability to use the windows for alphabet, numbers, sight words, etc. |
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| 2022-10-18 | Renewal | 3290.73(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.73(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit for the facility lacked soap. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will put soap in the first aid kit. |
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| 2022-08-03 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2021-10-06 | Renewal | 3290.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: There was exposed foam due to a tear in the seat on the piano bench in a space where toddlers were receiving care. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the end of my workday, I used duct tape to cover the tear in the piano bench so that no foam is exposed. This will be a temporary fix as it is my intention to have the bench reupholstered. |
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| 2021-10-06 | Renewal | 3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.24(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Following my inspection at naptime, I sat down and reviewed my emergency plan, letter to families and handbook to be sure that all were thorough. I added an entire section to my handbook on pages 10/11 that clearly states the arrangements that will be made to safely evacuate infants/toddlers, children with disabilities and children with medical conditions. This addition is now in my handbook, and also located as an addendum to my emergency plan located on the wall behind my front door. I have also sent an updated copy of the emergency plan including these documents to my local municipality and to the Erie County Emergency Management Agency. |
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| 2021-10-06 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.64(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: There was nail polish remover (labeled "keep out of reach of children")in a bin on a shelf in the bathroom in reach of children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Immediately while certification rep was present, the box with nail polish and nail polish remover was placed on a shelf above the washing machine and dryer. At the end of my work day, I emptied the box into the trash and recycled the container. |
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| 2021-10-06 | Renewal | 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.75(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: There was a small area of damaged plaster on the wall above the parent board near the entry to the home/child care space. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) After child care was over for the day, I patched the hole in the wall behind the front door where the bulletin board fell down damaging the wall. I then resecured the bulletin board to the wall. |
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| 2021-10-06 | Renewal | 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5) Description: Evacuation routes posted Noncompliance Area: The evacuation routes were not posted in the basement, the second floor or the attic. Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This evening, I printed a floor plan for the basement, 2nd floor and attic and posted them accordingly, clearly labeling the evacuation route from each floor in the event of an emergency. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3290.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for child #1 was the original. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I am completely aware of this regulation and somehow must have mistakenly handed this family the copy instead of the original. I gave her the original the very day of my inspection, putting a copy in her file and put a post-it note in my binder to remind me that ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS go to parents and copies stay in file. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was no NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #1 (staff) or for Facility Person #2 (adult household member. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). .A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility without all completed clearances on file. Facility Person #2 may not be in the presence of the children in care at the facility without all completed clearances on file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The NSOR required clearance slipped through my emails and I realized the deadline in September of 2020. When I realized that I had not filed for this clearance (Person #1) or my daughter over 18 (Person #2) I completed the applications immediately, on September 29th. Upon inspection, I learned that I needed to close until the form was in hand. I called the Childline department in Harrisburg on 10/8 and learned that both of applications had been processed and were in the mail. I closed my Family Child Care Home immediately, told my families of the situation, they all made arrangements, and both clearances arrived in the mail on 10/10. I reopened on 10/13. Going forward, I will also log this clearance on the FCCH Staff Data Worksheet and pay close attention to expiration so that I maintain current, acceptable clearances as mandated by the State of PA. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3290.32(a)/3290.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/Required training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Mandated reporter training was completed by Facility Person #1 more than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I have begun to use the new FCCH Staff Data Worksheet to log all required trainings and clearances for myself and all members of the household who are 18 yrs of age and over. I will be using this form to track the rquired dates of trainings so that in the future we all remain on target with our updated clearances and trainings such as Mandated Reporting. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3290.74(a) - Requirements | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were exposed bolts on the fence in the backyard, used as an outdoor playspace for the children in care. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play area, shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 10/9 I purchased and installed acorn nuts to cover the exposed bolts on my new backyard fencing. I used 84 5/16" acorn nuts and 9 3/8" acorn nuts to completely cover all exposed bolts. I purchased extra to store in the event of any becoming loose or lost. They were all tightened by hand in addition to a socket wrench to be sure they are secure. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The rest mats used by the children were not labeled for use by specific children.. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Beginning the week of 10/7/19, the children helped me to make a color coded name tag system to identify nap mats. Each child has a color coded name tag in their cubby to visually show the child what color nap mat is theirs for that month! Going forward, the children will rotate nap mats on the first of each month and a new name tag will be adhered to their cubby. All mats and bedding will be washed/sanitized according to DHS requirements. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The agreements on file for children #1 and #2 were the originals. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 10/8/19 I gave the parents of Child #1 and Child #2 the originals of their agreements. Going forward, when I recieve the original agreements I will scan and print immediately and give the parents the original. I will make sure to retain a copy of the agreement in ALL child files. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for child #3 did not include the addresses of the release persons. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 10/4/19 I connected with the parents of Child #3 and told them that the addresses of the release persons was required on their EMERGENCY CONTACT form. This parent had several corrections to make so it was easier to complete a new form. This form was completed and submitted on 11/7/19. In the future I will be reviewing the EMERGENCY CONTACT form more thoroughly to make sure all necessary lines are signed by parents incuding the addresses of all release persons. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The most recent emergency contact form and agreement form on file for child #1 were reviewed and updated by the parent more than 6 months after the prior emergency contact form and agreement. Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the informationA parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 10/7/19 I informed the parents of Child #1 that they need to review and update EMERGENCY CONTACT forms every 6 months, timely. I believe this is my fault so I made a chart for myself that is more accessible and simple to follow in order to maintain ALL children's files and updates accordingly. I will make sure that ALL parents update in writing their EMERGENCY CONTACT forms EVERY 6 months or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.131(e)(1) - Parent written verification from Doctor. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The immunization record on file for child #3 did not indicate the child, age 7 months, had received the third doses of the DTAP and pneumococcal vaccines as recommended by the ACIP at the age of 6 months. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon pick up of Child #3 the day of inspection the parent was notified that the immunization record on file did not indicate the child, age 7 months, had received the third doses of the DTAP and pneumococcal vaccines as required by the ACIP at the age of 6 months. The parent verbally notified me that the child in fact DID receive her vaccines on 9/9/19 and that a new updated record would be acquired as soon as possible. On 11/7/19 the parent dropped off the updated immunization record. Going forward, I will follow a chart from DHS that will indicate the required vaccine schedule for children and I will work with parents to follow this schedule and have all accurate records for children in their files on site. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.161(c) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were children's lunches brought from home on the counter that included potentially hazardous food items. (meat, cheese, yogurt drink). The lunches contained ice packs, but were not refrigerated. Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) During inspection, the children's lunches were immediately refrigerated. Parents were contacted during that week and notified that ice packs in lunches brought from home that include potentially hazardous food items (meat, cheese, yogurt drink) will not be sufficient. Going forward, ALL lunches brought from home will be refrigerated daily, no exceptions. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was no signed consent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form on file for child #3. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Status: On 10/4/19 I connected with the parents of Child #3 and told them that a signature was needed on their EMERGENCY CONTACT form. This parent had several corrections to make so it was easier to complete a new form. This form was completed and submitted on 11/7/19. In the future I will be reviewing the EMERGENCY CONTACT form more thoroughly to make sure all necessary lines are signed by parents incuding the EMERGENCY MEDIAL CARE. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was no signed consent for minor first aid administration on the emergency contact form on file for child #3. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 10/4/19 I connected with the parents of Child #3 and told them that a signature was needed on their EMERGENCY CONTACT form. This parent had several corrections to make so it was easier to complete a new form. This form was completed and submitted on 11/7/19. In the future I will be reviewing the EMERGENCY CONTACT form more thoroughly to make sure all necessary lines are signed by parents incuding the CONSENT FOR MINOR FIRST AID ADMINISTRATION PROCEDURES. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.24(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of an emergency plan update from the last 12 months. Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) After inspection I reviewed the emergency plan that I have on file and accessible to ALL families and signed it accordingly. I noted that the emergency plan will be updated at the end of the year and a new one will be put into place with some minor corrections beginning January 1, 2020 and going forward will be reviewed/updated if necessary and signed each January. |
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| 2019-10-03 | Renewal | 3290.94(c) - Four times a year | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A review of recorded fire drills and the operator statement indicate that three fire drills were conducted in the last year. Correction Required: Fire evacuation drills shall be conducted at least four times a year. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon inspection, I was notified that my fire drill log showed our last fire drill being 12 days late (into the new year). We held a fire drill that day following inspection and I made a new log that has pre-recorded dates so that I will be better able to maintain a regular fire evacuation drill schedule conducted a minimum of four times a year. |
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| 2018-10-02 | Renewal | 3290.105(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were two mats in use with less than 2 feet of space on three sides. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The mats and equipment were moved to allow for 2 feet of space on three sides. In the future we will be sure that rest equipment in use has at least 2 feet of space on three sides or two sides if in a corner. |
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| 2018-10-02 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(4)/3290.123(a)(5) - Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The agreements on file for children #1 and #2 did not include the arrival and departure times or the designated release persons. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will get the release persons and the arrival and departure times added to the agreements, and will be sure all agreements moving forward have the arrival/departure times and release persons specified. |
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| 2018-03-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3290.134(d) - Labeled toothbrush | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were two toothbrushes in the bathroom that were not labeled with the children's names. Correction Required: A child shall have a labeled toothbrush if brushing teeth is a program activity. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The evening following my unannouced inspection I labeled all toothbrushes and cups for each of my Toddler/Preschoolers. Toothbrushes used by children will always be labeled with their names. |
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| 2018-03-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3290.18 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were a pair of sharp adult scissors in reach of children on the kitchen counter. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) My daughter (14 yrs old) removed the scissors from the kitchen counter during the inspection. They had been used for opening breastmilk for an infant moments before the inspector arrived. I will continue to use the scissors daily and put them away in a utensil container located on the back of the countertop near the stove. |
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| 2018-03-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was a small area of damaged plaster on the living room wall (near the entrance to the dining room). Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The following weekend, i hired a neighbor to patch the cracked lathe and plaster. He used a wall compound, it has been sanded and pictures were sent to Jennifer Kinslow. We will make sure there is no damaged plaster in the future. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was a play structure in the back yard that, according to the manufacturer's instructions reviewed, is required to be embedded. There is no protective surfacing under the equipment that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The slide has been removed from the play structure and the upper level is currently inaccessible. the children are no longer allowed to use the upper level of this structure. The lower level is a sandbox. in the spring of 2018. after the winter thaw, the entire structure will be sold and removed from the property or the upper level will be dismantled leaving the sandbox which has a snap on canvas cover. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were empty plastic bags and small times (with a diameter of less than 1 inch) in unlocked drawer units in an unlocked closet in the back room adjacent to the restroom used by children. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The area designated for craft supplies and toys/objects less than 1" diameter was secured with a cord on 11/14/17. I will be sure that this is appropriately secured daily going forward. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were two packnplays not labeled with the names of the children who use them. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child`s parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The pack n' plays were labeled appropriately during the inspection on 10/17/17. I will be sure to label all sleeping areas (i.e. nap mat covers, bedding, pack n' play) upon enrollment and will periodically check to be sure that labels have not faded during washing procedures. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The services provided was not specified on the agreement on file for child #3. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3290.124(e). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The services provided were documented and signed by parent and myself on 10/30/17. I will use a highlighter to mark all necessary areas on the contract that need to be filled in upon enrollment and will continue to update them every 6 months with families. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The release persons were not specified on the agreement on file for child #2. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The persons designated for pick up were filled in completely by parent and signed. I will highlight necessary areas to be completed by parent upon enrollment and reviewed every 6 months to ensure that they are correct. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were two infants' bottles not labeled with names. Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child`s name. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All bottles were labeled upon inspection on 10/17/17. I will label all nursers and bottles that enter my home immediately and maintain the label as it fades from dishwasher use on a monthly basis. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.171 - Transportation Consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was no written consent for transportation on file for child #3, who is transported regularly by the operator, as per her statement. Correction Required: The operator shall obtain written consent from the parent for transportation by the facility staff. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This child's parent signed and dated where necessary for consent to transport. I will highlight all necessary areas to be signed on the emergency contract upon enrollment and then review them every 6 months thereafter. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was no signed consent for emergency medical care on file for child #3. Correction Required: A child`s record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This child's record for emergency medical care was signed and dated by parent on 10/30/17. I will highlight all areas on emergency contact forms that need to be signed and check that they are complete upon enrollment and additionally every 6 months. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was no signed consent for administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff on file for child #2. Correction Required: A child`s record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This child's record was signed and dated on 10/30 for administration of minor first aid procedures. I will highlight all necessary lines to be signed on the emergency contact form upon enrollment and then review every 6 months thereafter. |
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| 2017-10-17 | Renewal | 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were two uncovered outlets by the steps in the living room. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The uncovered outlets behind the couch were covered immediately with outlet covers during inspection. I will walk through the child care area of my home each morning prior to care to ensure that all outlets are appropriately covered (daily). |
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