Grace of God Christian Center

At the time of renewal inspection on 10/8/24, files of children #3 and #6 did not include an updated health report required at least every 6 months. Child health report on file for child #3 was dated 3/24/23, health report of child #6 was dated 3/8/24.

At the time of renewal inspection on 10/8/24, a health assessment on file for staff person #4 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare.

At the time of renewal inspection, a written infant meal statements and feeding schedule obtained from the parents were not observed for child #6.

At the time of renewal inspection on 10/8/24, file of staff person #5 did not include a written staff evaluation required every 12 months.

At the time of renewal inspection on 10/8/24, agreement of children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 were not updated every 6 months as required. Emergency contact form of child #1 was not updated at least once in a 6-months period.

At the time of renewal inspection on 10/8/24 observed that emergency information was not updated in each childcare space. Each area had emergency contact forms that were updated by parents more than 6 months ago.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #3's file did not include verification of the criminal history record and a signed disclosure statement. Corrected on-site 8/31/2023. Observed staff person #3's file did not include verification of FBI clearance.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #2 and #3 were unsupervised while there were children in care.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #1, #2 and #4's files did not include verification of annual emergency plan training. Observed staff person #3's file did not include verification of emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed peeled paint on the yellow wall next to the book shelf in the child care space.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed the high chair activity table was missing safety straps.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed two children asleep in bouncy chair equipment.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed the refrigerator in the child care space did not include an operating thermometer.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #5's health report statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease was not answered.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #3's adult health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed the facility did not have verification that the annual emergency drill was conducted.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed the facility did not have verification of fire drills conducted at least once every 60 days.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed the last fire detection system inspection was on 4/18/2022. The designated person in charge was unable to test the fire detection system on-site. The director was able to test the fire detection system on-site 8/31/2023.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed the operator did not have verification that the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates were not sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed the facility did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome policy and the facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed the facility did not have verification of a current copy of the comprehensive general liability insurance policy. Corrected on-site 8/31/2023.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #2's file did not include up to date fire safety training. The last training completed was dated 1/20/2022.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #2's file did not include a written evaluation within the minimum time frame of 12 months.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #4's file did not include verification of education from Africa being evaluated for U.S. equivalency.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #1's agreement did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged peer day or per week.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #3 and #4's files did not include child service reports to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #1's agreement did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #1 and #5's agreement did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #5's agreement did not specify the date of the child's admission.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #2's emergency contact information did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #4 and #5's emergency contact information did not include the work address of the enrolling parent. Observed child #5's emergency contact information did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #2's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Observed child #4 and #5's emergency contact information did not include the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #2 and #4's emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #3, #4 and #5's emergency contact information and financial agreement were not reviewed and updated within the 6-month period.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #2's record did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed child #1's record did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #5 did not have a record.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #4's file included a written reference from a family member. Observed staff person #3's file did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Corrected on site 8/31/2023.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #3's file did not include verification of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/30/2023 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

During the renewal inspection on 11/30/22, it was observed that the water temperature exceeded 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temped at 133 degrees Fahrenheit

During the renewal inspection on 11/30/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

During the renewal inspection on 11/30/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain an initial health report.

During the renewal inspection on 11/30/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 included Pediatric First aid training for whom the trainer could not be verified as approved.

On 4/18/2022 when observed, indoor play space could not be used for large muscle activity such as running, jumping or any physical activities due to furniture in space (storage cabinets, deep freezer, tables, and chairs).

On 4/18/2022 when observed The Food Prep area and Bathroom temperatures exceeded the acceptable heating level. The food prep area (Refrigerator and sinks) water temperatures was 119 F, Women's bathroom temperature was 122 F, and Men's bathroom temperature was 116 F.

On 4/18/2022 when observed The window on panel 5 in middle pane in the childcare space was damaged, the window glass was covered with tape. Exposed wiring in the ceiling where light fixtures are in the hallway that leads from the play space to the bathrooms were uncovered. The Childcare space and play space baseboard heaters protective covering does not prevent direct contact from children placing their hands or other items inside the heaters. In the men's bathroom stall #2 contains a locking mechanism that children could gain access to piping and meter.

On 4/18/2022 observed Cubby in the childcare space under the window wall; the top left corner of the wood was damaged and detached from the furniture.

On 4/18/2022 when observed the indoor play space did not contain evacuation routes posted.

On 4/18/2022 observed facility failure to provide proof of purchase of interconnected fire detection system.

On 4/18/2022 when observed the indoor play space did not contain a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.