KinderCare Learning Center 073029

It was observed that staff persons #2 and #3 opened the hands-free covered can with their hands when discarding a disposable diaper. (corrected during inspection).

Staff person #6's initial health assessment and TB results are dated greater than the permitted 12 months prior to providing initial service in the child care setting. (11/28/23 HA, 6/30/23) TB results. See Code Sheet

There was no written feeding schedule for infant/child #1.

The time between fire drills exceeded the permitted at least once every 60 days' timeframe (9/10/24, 11/27/24).

Staff persons #5, and #7's records did not contain the required child care experience required to be an Assistant Group Supervisor. Staff person #7's was corrected during the inspection. Staff person #4's record did not include verification of education.

Staff person #5's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Staff person #5's record did not contain NSOR results. (See Code Sheet). The time between staff person #6 and 7's mandated reporter training could not be assessed since the previous training documentation is not on file.

It was observed, in the Preschool classroom, that, during naptime, a few children who were napping could not be supervised due to classroom furniture blocking their view from the staff person (corrected during inspection).

It was observed, in the Discover Preschool classroom, that the air vent located on the wall on the right, was filled with dust (corrected during inspection). In the Young Toddler classroom, it was observed that, under the diaper changing area, the cabinet door (on left) had broken hinges

Peeling paint was observed in a few locations at the facility. In the Preschool bathroom, the wall between the toilets had dispersed peeling paint on both sides, along the bottom. In the Discovery Preschool room, there was peeling paint on the wall to the right of the sink (edge of wall above floor molding and approximately 6" up the wall). In the Young Toddler classroom, peeling paint was observed on the wall to the left of the washer/dryer (about 5" up from bottom, three 1-2" spots).

It was observed in the Discovery Preschool (2 yrs) that there were googly eyes (smaller than 1" diameter) accessible to children in a bottom drawer near classroom sink (corrected during inspection).

It was observed, in the Preschool classroom, that the rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Child #8's medication was not in its original container with written instruction from the prescribing health practitioner for the administration of the medication.

Child #10 had medication at the facility, with no medication log on file. Children #8 and #9's medication logs did not include the dates of administration.

The time between staff person #6 and #8's health assessments exceeded the permitted at least every 24 months' timeframe (6/13/22, 8/16/24).and (5/11/22, 6/18/24) respectively.

Staff person #4's health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. It also did not include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

The facility did not have proof of purchase of the interconnected fire detection system on file (corrected during inspection).

The time between pediatric first-aid and CPR trainings for staff persons #6 and #7 could not be assessed because the previous proof of this training is not on file.

Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid and CPR.

The files of child #1 through #6 did not include their child growth and development documents (child service reports) within the last 6 months (see code sheet). Child #1's agreement did not include the child's arrival and departure times.

The agreements of child #3, 4, and 7 do not specify the date of the child's admission.

The parents of children #1 through #7 did not receive the original agreements. Original agreements were in children's files.

Child #5's emergency contact information did not include the address of a release person.

The financial agreements of child #1, 3, 4, and 6 were not updated at least once in a 6-month period.

Staff person #2's record did not contain the verification of experience required to be utilized as an AGS (unsupervised), yet was being used as an AGS instead of an aide. Staff person #3's record did not contain acceptable verification of education.

The foam/soft climbing equipment in the Toddler classroom had been located between a wall and a bookshelf, and did not have padding under it, creating a situation where child #1 fell sideways into the bookshelf, injuring his head/face.

It was observed that the current placement of the soft/foam climbing equipment in the Toddler classroom is not on a safe and shock absorbing protective surface.

Staff person #2's record does not include verification of education.

Staff person #1's record does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

On 11/3/23, in the DPS homeroom classroom, the facility was not in compliance with the staff to child ratio requirement of 1:5. A 1 year old child was in the classroom between 6:32 and 6:58 am, causing the ratio requirement to be 1:5, however it was actually 1:9.

Staff person #3's record does not contain the results of the required out-of-state clearances. Staff person #4's time between Mandated Reporter trainings exceeded the permitted at least every 60 months timeframe (2/25/26, 3/7/22).

Staff person #8's time between emergency plan training exceeded the permitted annual timeframe (3/31/22, 9/21/23).

It was observed in the Toddler Room (1 yr) that there were 3 spray bottles of cleaners that were in containers that did not specify their contents. It was observed in the Infant room that the sanitizing solution bottle did not specify the contents.

It was observed in the PreK classroom that the water temperature at both classroom sinks exceeded 110 degrees F (114.2 degrees F).

It was observed that the first-aid kit in the PreK room did not contain gloves (corrected during inspection).

It was observed in the DPS and Infant rooms that the air vent (on walls) had a thick layer of dust. It was observed that there were water-stained ceiling tiles in the Infant, Toddler room (1 yr) and the Preschool room (Infant room center of room), (Toddler in front and to the side of washer/dryer).

It was observed that there was peeling paint: DPS room Left wall to right of outlet (one spot), left wall to right of sink (2 spots), left wall to left of blackboard (1 spot); Preschool room on right wall, under the blackboard (3 spots).

It was observed in the DPS room that there was no handwashing sign posted at the diapering area and the toilets. It was observed in the Toddler room (1yr) that there was no handwashing sign posted at the diapering area. It was observed in the preschool room and PreK room that there were no handwashing signs posted at the sinks and toilets.

It was observed in the Infant and Toddler Room (1yr) that there was no mouthed bin toy to place mouthed toys in, to be washed.

It was observed that the closet next to the office contained paperclips and thumb tacks (less than 1 inch diameter) which were accessible to children Corrected during inspection

Child #2's record contains only 1 of the 3 required Hepatitis B immunizations required for this child's age. SEE CODE SHEET

Staff person #7's initial health assessment on record is dated after the initial service in this child care facility (1/14/23). SEE CODE SHEET

Staff person #3's health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

There is no record at the facility of annual emergency drills being conducted.

Fire detection devices were not tested at least every 30 days; (1/5/23, 3/30/23), (3/30/23, 5/10/23), (5/10/23, 6/29/23), (7/28/23, 10/12/23)

Staff person #1 did not call for help after falling on Child #1 (DOB: See LIS code sheet) for at least 15 minutes. Child #1 was later diagnosed with broken bones from the incident. The facility failed to recognize the gravity of an adult falling full force onto Child #1. Facility did not make any calls for emergency care/services to examine the general health of the child.

Staff person #5's Pediatric First-Aid and CPR expired on 7/22/23, based upon records on file.

Staff persons #5's time between fire safety training exceeded the permitted at least annually timeframe (9/29/22, 10/11/23).

Staff person #5's, #6's, and #8's time between staff evaluations exceeded the permitted every 12 months timeframe (4/4/22, 10/11/23, (3/31/22, 10/10/23), (3/31/22, 10/12/23) respectively.

Staff person #11 is listed as an Assistant Group Supervisor, however, there is no proof of 2 years of experience working with children on file.

Staff persons #1, #3, and #12 are considered Assistant Group Supervisors, yet their records do not include the required proof of 2 years of experience working with children, based upon their education. Staff person #12's high school completion document on record does not include a graduation date.

At the time of enrollment, the parents did not receive in writing, the facility's supervision policy.

Child #1's emergency contact information does not include the enrolling parent's home telephone number.

Staff persons #3, #9, #10, #11, and #12's records do not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Staff person #1 was not promoting the self-esteem of child #1 after the staff person fell on this child, causing a femur fracture. Staff person #1 was blaming the child for this incident occurring, stating that child #1 should not be in the room and that this child caused her to fall. Staff person #1 put child #1 down on the ground twice, after injuring the child, even though the child was crying.

Staff person #1's file did not contain the required Child Abuse clearance and NSOR.

The facility's emergency plan did not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and when the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures does not contain: lock-down emergency procedures; accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions; method to contact parents when the emergency arises and when it ends to be reunited with children; a statement indicating that annual emergency drills will be conducted.

It was observed that there was peeling paint in multiple child care spaces: in the 2 year old room, about 5-6 areas of peeling paint on the wall to the right, under the bulletin board. Also, under the window, 5 spots of peeling paint. To the right of the window, under the bulletin board, 4 spots of peeling paint, and the window sill edge has multiple areas of peeling paint. In the 1 yr old room, about 5, 1-2 inch areas of peeling paint observed on the right wall (under the bulletin board, near the diaper changing area). On the right wall, under the bulletin board closer to back of room, there are 4 areas of approximately 2 inch spots of peeling paint. On the far wall, under the coat rack, 3 areas of 4 inch spots of peeling paint were observed. Also on the far wall, to the right of the mirror, observed 5, 2-3 inch spots of peeling paint. In the Preschool room, on the wall with the door, it was observed that there was 10, 1-2 inch areas of peeling paint. On the right wall, toward back of room, about 1 foot up from the floor, 5, 1-2 inch areas of peeling paint observed. On the back wall, in the right corner, about 1 foot up from the floor, there was a 3-4 inch area of peeling paint.…

In the 1 year old child care room, a hands-free covered can was available to discard the disposable diaper, however, the teachers in this room used their hands to open it to dispose of diapers.

Staff person #1's health assessment did not include information about an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Staff person #1's health assessment did not include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

Staff person #1's health assessment did not address the person's suitability to provide child care.

The facility's emergency plan does not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

The facility had no documentation of proof of purchase of the interconnected fire detection system (COS with attestation form).

The facility's updated emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality.

Staff person #4's Mandated Reporter training has expired (taken 8/29/16). Staff person #5's Health and Safety training was not completed in the acceptable timeframe of 9/30/16 and 6/30/18 (taken 9/10/16).

Staff person #3 did not complete the required pediatric first-aid and CPR training within 90 days from the date of hire.

At the time of enrollment, parents do not receive, in writing, the facility's hours, fees, and the facility's supervision policy.

Staff person #2 and #3's files do not contain verification of child care experience. Staff person #4's file did not contain proof of current pediatric first aid and CPR training.

On 4-29-22 staff #1 left the discovery pre-school classroom to make copies leaving the remaining staff alone with 12 older toddlers. On 4-29-22 staff #1 left the discovery pre-school classroom with one child leaving one staff along with 10 older toddlers.

On 6-7-2022 Staff #1 tucked child #1's blanket under the four posts of his cot while he was napping. The child's arms and legs were under the blanket. The child was restrained by the blanket and was not able to get out without help from staff.

Staff #1 left a child in the bathroom, locked the door and walked away. The child was then banging on the door and crying. Staff #1 was in the back of the line of children walking outside to the outdoor play area. She left one child in the hallway, walked outside closing the door. The child was unsupervised for less than a minute.

On multiple occasions staff #1 had left soiled diapers on the bathroom sink, bathroom floor and on the diaper changing table in the Discovery Pre-school bathroom.

It was observed at the time of inspection a child in the Discovery Pre-school classroom was sleeping on the floor and some pillows.

It was observed at the time of inspection two infants were sleeping in cribs that did not have 2 feet of space on three sides of their cribs

It was observed in the infant classroom that there was not an acceptable protective outlet cover in a low outlet accessible to children. The outlet had a blue piece of tape on it which could potentially be removed by children.

It was observed in the preschool classroom that the first aid kit did not contain gloves.

It was observed in the kitchen that the refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods did not contain a thermometer to regulate temperature.

It was observed that the facility did not have written instructions provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine or instructions for administration of medication for child #1's EpiPen.

It was observed that the medication log containing instructions for administration of Child #2's EpiPen did not have signed consent by the parent.

It was observed in the facility kitchen that there was not a class B fire extinguisher in the space. The fire extinguisher observed in he kitchen was rated for wet chemical only.

It was observed that the facility emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency lock-down.