Learning Tree Child Care LLC

At the time of the inspection, there was not a first aid kit present in the infant room where children were receiving care.

There were no handwashing signs at the tall sink located in the toddler corner and at the 4 toilets in the pre-school space

The file of staff #2 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 4-12-24 and 4-4-22.

At the time of the inspection, there was not written notification of safe routes posted.

The smoke detection system was tested more than 30 days apart based on the following documentation: 7-9-24 to 8-9-24 = 31 day.

The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the parent's home address of the enrolling parent.

The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The file of staff #3 had mandated training more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 10-29-24 and 9-12-19.

Staff person #1 has not completed the mandated reporter training with 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

Observed Epson Ink bottles which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the top drawer of the two-drawer filing cabinet to the left of the desk which were accessible to children.

At approximately 10:05 AM Certification Staff observed a 4-month-old infant lying on the floor while staff fed him/her a bottle.

Observed two bean bag chairs in the Young Toddler Room which can pose a suffocation hazard to the children in care.

The file for staff #1, who was a provisional hire, lacked an NSOR within 45 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now an NSOR on file and dated 10/30/23.

The parent letter which explains emergency procedures lacks the update regarding accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with medical conditions and children with disabilities.

In the preschool room, observed a mini trampoline which was blocking an exit door near the bathroom area.

There was more than 12 months between health reports on file for child #2, who is of preschool age. This is evidenced by the health report dates on file of 4/27/22 and 6/1/23.

There was more than 30 days between manual checks of the fire detection system which were on 10/1/23 and 11/1/23.

The emergency contact information on file for child #1, lacked the physician's telephone number.

Staff person # 1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety training.

The file for staff #2 lacked the one-hour health and safety update which was to be completed by 12/30/22.

Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Building Blocks for Quality: Getting Started with Center Based Care.

The files for staff #1, 2, 3 and 5 do not contain the most current disclosure statement as required by the CPSL. The file for staff #4 lacked an FBI clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position SEE LIS CODE SHEET. There is now an FBI clearance on file and dated 11/30/22. The file for staff #5, lacks an FBI clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position. There is no FBI clearance on file.

In the PS Room, observed a container of bleach water which did not specify the contents of the container.

In the Infant room, observed a child's high chair in front of an emergency exit door. In the Toddler room, observed a child's table and chairs in front of the one of the doors which lead into the Infant room.

The immunization record on file for child #1, lacks verification of a flu shot within the past year as in accordance to the recommendations by the ACIP.

Observed two infant bottles which lacked a label with the child's name.

Written notification of safe routes were not posted at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

There was more than 30 days between manual checks of the fire detection system which were dated 11/10/22 and 12/16/22.

The file for staff #4, who holds the title of assistant group supervisor, lacks 1496 hours of child care experience.

The disclosure statement on file for staff #1 was not the most recent disclosure statement required by the CPSL.

All but one electrical outlet in the gross motor room (which will be used by children 5 years of age or younger) did not have protective receptacle covers.

The hot water at the facility exceeded 110 degrees F and was observed at 113 degrees F.

In the gross motor room, observed that there were 3 shelves which were approximately 6 feet tall which could be pulled over by the children causing a potential visible hazard. In the room which is located on the top floor near the office, observed that all of the storage units were not secured to the wall. If the storage units were to tip over, the top bins of the storage unit could fall to the bottom floor where children receive care, causing a visible hazard to the children in care. In the toddler room, observed that there was a soiled area on the carpeting in the middle of the floor and two soiled areas on the carpeting to the left of the room.

On the main front door windows, observed owl decals which, if were to fall off or be picked off by the children, and when rolled will have a diameter of less than 1 inch, and could become a choking hazard to the children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

An evacuation route was not posted on the second floor of the facility.

The operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.