Rainbow Connection Ecdc

Based on a conversation with Staff Person #1 and the director, it was learned that children #1 and #2 are being picked up by the child's mother's boyfriend whose name is neither listed on the Emergency Contact or Fee Agreement forms.

The file for staff person #1 who was hired as the director on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 1/30/20 and 3/4/25. The file for staff person #2 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 1/30/20 and 2/11/25. The file for staff person #4 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 1/30/20 and 2/4/25. The file for staff person #5 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Cod Sheet) lacked State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, and NSOR verification certificate prior to her state date. The State Police Clearance in the file is dated 3/24/25. The Child Abuse Clearance in the file is dated 3/27/25. The NSOR…

In the infant nap room a crib was observed with a loose-fitting sheet. In the outdoor playspace, wires attached to a electric meter were observed to be loosely hanging near the ground accessible to the children in care and causing a potential hazard.

In the unlocked adult bathroom a bottle of Clorox, one bag and one box of Member's Mark Laundry Power Pacs, and one bottle of 70 Tough Green were observed on a shelf accessible to children all labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children." In the unlocked shed in the outdoor playspace two plastic gas containers and one container of weed spray were observed accessible to the children and labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children."

In the activity room the handwashing sign was observed to be missing above the left sink.

In Room #1 a cardboard toy box was observed to be torn. In Room #1 the blue shelving unit under the window was observed to have rough edges due to a scrape on the shelf. In Room #9 a toy Fisher Price plastic basketball hoop was observed to be broken causing rough edges and sharp corners. The netting against the fence in the outdoor playspace was observed to be ripped.

The file for child #1 who is a preschool child lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 6/16/23 and 7/11/24. The file for child #2 who is an older toddler lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 5/15/23 and 2/11/25.

The file for child #4 who is an older toddler lacked a child health report that was completed in the past 12 months. The child health report in the file is dated 11/22/22.

The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 12/13/22 and 2/10/25. The file for staff person #3 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 2/23/23 and 3/6/25. The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 7/26/22 and 2/19/25. The file for staff person #7 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 8/29/22 and 9/5/24. The file for staff person #8 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 1/13/23 and 3/8/25.

The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed. There were 96 days between the fire drills on 9/4/24 and 12/9/24.

The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30 day smoke detection system checks. There were 31 days between 6/13/24 and 7/13/24. There were 53 days between 7/13/24 and 9/4/24. There were 96 days between 9/4/24 and 12/9/24. There were 60 days between 12/9/24 and 2/7/25.

The Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment policy was observed to be missing prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

The file for staff person #5 lacked a high school diploma.

The file for child #2 lacked an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

The file for child #5 lacked emergency contact information that included written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care prior to admission.

The file for child #4 lacked emergency contact information that included the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The files for children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 lacked emergency contact information that was updated in the last 6-month period.

The files for children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 lacked financial agreement information that was updated in the last 6-month period.

The file for child #5 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission.

The file for staff person #5 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

The file for staff person #1 lacked 12 clock hours of child care training from 12/2023 - 12/2024. There were 8 hours in the file for staff person #1.

The file for staff person #1 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code sheet) lacked a disclosure statement, a valid State Police Clearance, a Child Abuse Clearance, an FBI Clearance, and an NSOR verification certificate. The State Police Clearance in the file is under review. The 45-day provisional hire period is over and staff person #1 was not removed from her child care position at the facility.

In Room #8 a Swiffer Wet Jet with toxic cleaning materials attached was observed to be sitting in an area accessible to the children. The label on the cleaning materials bottle read "Keep Out of Reach of Children."

On the sink in Room #1 a bottle of cleaning materials was observed in a container that did not specify the content. On the sink in Room #8 a bottle of cleaning materials was observed in a container that did not specify the content.

The first-aid kit in Room #4 was observed to be missing band-aids.

In the toddler side of the outdoor playspace on the front of the wooden fence between the two blue slides peeling paint was observed.

In Room #2 a plastic bin containing crayons was observed to have a broken corner creating rough edges and sharp corners. In Room #8 a toy kitchen set was observed to have a broken plastic red burner creating rough edges and sharp corners. In the indoor playspace an orange chair was observed to have two cracks creating pinch and crush points. In the indoor playspace a white riding toy with a yellow seat was observed to be cracked creating rough edges and pinch and crush points. In the indoor playspace a pink and purple riding toy was observed to have a broken castle top creating rough edges and sharp corners. In the large outdoor playspace a pink tunnel in between the maroon and pink slide was observed to be cracked creating rough edges and pinch and crush points. In the toddler part of the outdoor playspace a piece of the white wooden fencing was falling off creating rough edges, sharp corners, and splinters. There was also an exposed screw where the piece of wooden fencing was being held up.

The file for staff person #1 lacked an initial health assessment.

The file for staff person #1 lacked 2 years experience with children. The file contained 1,732 hours of experience with children.

The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification that they had completed a request for their State Police Clearance prior to starting at the facility. A completed State Police was not on file until 37 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #2 also lacked an acceptable FBI clearance for employment in a childcare facility. The disclosure statement on file for Staff Person #2 also lacked a date. Staff Person #2 was observed to be working alone with a group of preschool children in Classroom 7. The file for Staff Person #5 lacked a current FBI clearance. The most recent FBI clearance on file was dated 6.18.18.

In Classroom 7, where preschool age children were receiving care, two pairs of adult scissors were observed on a bookcase accessible to the children.

The file for Staff Person #3 and #7 lacked verification that they had received training related to the emergency plan in the last 12 months. The most recent training on file for Staff Person #3 was dated 2.22.22 and the most recent trainings on file for Staff Person #7 were dated on 2.24.23.

The facility lacked a parent letter explaining the emergency procedures.

An electrical outlet on a power strip located on the floor in Classroom 3 (Fours) was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover. In Classroom 8 two electrical outlets were observed to be missing protective receptacle covers.

The soap dispenser in the Men's Restroom was observed to have been filled with a bag of hand sanitizer and not liquid soap. The soap dispenser was accessible to children using the restroom and hand sanitizer is not acceptable for handwashing.

The lock on the cabinet under the changing table in Classroom 1 was observed to be in disrepair allowing the lock to disconnect when the handles were pulled making them accessible to children receiving care in the space. Cleaning materials were observed in the cabinet.

The first aid kit in Classroom 2 (Music Room) was missing tape.

Peeling paint was observed on the loft/climbing structure and on the wooden train in the outdoor play space. Peeling paint was also observed on the wall behind the water fountain in the outdoor play space.

In Classroom 2 (Music Room) one cracked bin, with a potential pinch point, was observed.

The file for Child #5, a young toddler, lacked an updated health report that had been completed within the last 6 months. The most recent health report was completed in June 2023.

The file for Child #3, a preschool age child, lacked an updated health report that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent health report was completed in September 2022.

In Classroom 9, Staff Person #1 was observed to remove a soiled diaper from a child and placed it on the changing table while then finished changing the child and then washing their hands. The soiled diaper was then placed in a small bag that was tied and then discarded into the hands free covered can. This did not meet the requirement for the soiled diaper to be immediately placed into the plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

The facility exceeded 30 days between fire alarm testing on 4.21.23, 5.26.23, and 6.26.23, and then on 10.20.23, 11.21.23 and 12.28.23, and again on 1.9.24 and 2.20.24.

The files for Staff Persons #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 lacked verification that they had completed fire safety training within the last 12 months. The most recent fire safety training on file for Staff Persons #3 and #5 were completed in October 2022. The most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff Persons #4, #6 and #7 were completed in September 2022.

The agreement on file for Child #5 lacked a parent signature.

The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 were observed to contain the original agreements.

The updates to the emergency contact form and financial agreements for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 have exceeded 6 months since their last documented review and update. The most recent updates for Children #1 and #3 were completed in January 2023. The most recent updates for Children #5 and #6 were completed in February 2023. The most recent update for Child #2 was completed in February 2022 and the most recent update for Child #4 was completed in August 2023.

The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for the position they were observed to be performing. The files for Staff Persons #3 and #5 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for the position they were reported to be hired to perform.

The file for Staff Person #5 lacked 2.5 of their 12 hours of annual child care training in their respective training year of January 2023 and January 2024. The file for Staff Person #7 lacked 6.5 hours of their 12 hours of annual child care training in their respective training year of December 2022 and December 2023.

Staff person #2, #3, #4, #6, #8 and #12 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #2, #3, #4, #6, #8 and #12 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 31(f)(10). The Pediatric First Aid and CPR training on file were not completed in an approved curriculum. The file for Staff Person #6 also lacked acceptable health and safety training as the 6-hour health and safety training on file was not completed within the acceptable time frame: 31(f)(1-9). The files for Staff Person's #4, #6, #7, #8 and #13 lacked the required 1-hour health and safety training update prior to 12.30.2022.

The file for Facility Person #1 lacked a request for their NSOR certificate prior to starting at the facility. A completed NSOR certificate was not on file until 102 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #9 lacked verification that they had requested their Child Abuse Clearance, NSOR Certificate and State Police Clearance prior to starting at the facility. A completed State Police was not on file until 59 days after starting at the facility. A completed Child Abuse Clearance was not on file until 171 days after starting at the facility. A completed NSOR certificate was not on file until 17 days after starting at the facility. The file for Facility Person #10 lacked completion of their mandated reporter training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The mandated reporter training was completed 260 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #13 lacked verification that they had been fingerprinted for their FBI clearance and requested their NSOR certificate prior to starting at the facility. The FBI clearance on file was dated 40 days after starting and the NSOR was dated 1 day after starting. The file for Facility Person #10 lacked…

Staff Person #2 was observed to leave Staff Person #12, who was designated as an Aide, alone on multiple occasions in Classroom #7 to answer the front door and to take children to the restroom.

At approximately 8:55 am Staff Person #1 was observed to leave Classroom #1 unattended to open the front door. Staff Person #1 was also observed to leave the classroom unattended and go to the Infant Room to tell the Director of Cert Reps arrival. Staff Person #1 was caring for 3 preschool age and 2 older toddler age children. Another Staff Person was not present in the classroom to meet the required Staff:Child Ratio when Staff Person #1 left the classroom unattended.

At approximately 8:55 am Staff Person #1 was observed to leave Classroom #1 unattended to open the front door. Staff Person #1 was also observed to leave the classroom unattended and go to the Infant Room to tell the Director of Cert Reps arrival. Staff Person #1 was caring for 3 preschool age and 2 older toddler age children. Another Staff Person was not present in the classroom to allow for supervision of the children receiving care in the space during their absence.

At approximately 8:55 am Staff Person #1 was observed to leave Classroom #1 unattended to open the front door. Staff Person #1 was also observed to leave the classroom unattended and go to the Infant Room to tell the Director of Cert Reps arrival. Staff Person #1 was caring for 3 preschool age and 2 older toddler age children. Another Staff Person was not present in the classroom to allow for supervision of the children receiving care in the space during their absence.

The emergency plan on file lacked continuity of operations as required by Federal Regulation.

The file for Staff Person #1 and #9 lacked verification that they had received emergency plan training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The emergency plan training for Staff Person #1 was completed 113 days after starting at the facility and the emergency plan training for Staff Person #9 was completed 202 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #13 exceeded 12 months between emergency plan reviews on 5.18.20 and 4.14.22.

In Classroom #2 a power strip next to the television was observed to be missing 2 protective receptacle covers. Also in Classroom #2 one wall outlet was observed to be missing a receptacle cover.

In Classroom #2 the lock on the cabinet under the sink was observed to be in disrepair allowing access to two bottles of NI-712 Odor Eliminator. The Kitchen door was observed to be propped open with a garbage can. Cleaning products were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink. In Classroom #5 a bucket of 100% Tropi-cool white roof coating was observed in the classroom. All toxic items were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children.

A spray bottle in Classroom #3 was labeled "Cleaner" and spray bottles in Classrooms #6, #7 and #9 were labeled "Disinfectant". The spray bottles did not specify what the content of those toxics were.

The hot water in Classroom #1 was observed to measure at 128° F. The hot water in Classroom #2 was observed to measure at 118° F. The hot water in Classroom #7 was observed to measure at 112.4° F. The hot water in Classroom #9 was observed to measure at 116° F. The hot water in Classroom #10 was observed to measure at 120.1° F. The hot water in the restroom outside Classroom #7 was observed to measure at 124° F. The hot water in the restroom next to Classroom #8 was observed to measure at 112.3° F.

The first aid kit in Classroom #4 lacked tape. The first aid kits in Classrooms #5, #6, #7 and #9 lacked an assortment of adhesive bandages. The first aid kit in Classroom #5 was also missing tweezers.

A cabinet door above the changing area in Classroom #8 was observed to be loose as the screw is coming out of the wall. There is concern the cabinet door may disconnect as it is not secured.

Staff Person #8 was observed to change a child's diaper in Classroom #9 and the child's hands were not washed following the change. Staff Person #8 reported that wipes are used following diapering and before meals. The children, young and older toddler, were all determined to be able to wash their hands at the sink with Staff assistance. A hand washing sign was missing from the toilet in the small gym restroom.

The file for Child #5, a preschool age child, lacked a current health assessment. The last health assessment on file was dated 3.19.21. The updates to the health assessments on file for Child #4, a preschool age child, exceeded 12 months between updates on 12.30.21 and 3.14.23.

The immunization records for Children #3, #4 and #5 lacked documentation that the children have received an annual influenza vaccination in 2022 as recommended by the ACIP. Written exemptions were not on file at the time of the inspection.

The health assessment on file for Child #4 lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases.

The immunization records for Children #3, #4 and #5 lacked documentation that the children have received an annual influenza vaccination in 2022 as recommended by the ACIP. Written exemptions were not on file at the time of the inspection.

Staff Person #8 was observed to change a soiled diaper, place it to the side with the used wipes and then roll up the diaper in the changing paper and place in a tied grocery style bag. The soiled diaper was not discarded by placing it into the hands free covered can.

The file for Staff Person's #1 and #9 lacked an initial health assessment within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The initial health assessment for Staff Person #1 was completed 16 days after starting at the facility. The health assessment on file for Staff Person #9 was completed 201 days after starting at the facility. The updated to the health assessment on file for Staff Person #6 exceeded 24 months between updates occurring on 12.8.20 and 12.13.22.

The files for Staff Person's #1 and #9 and Facility Person #10 lacked a tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The tuberculosis screening on file for Staff Person #1 was completed 16 days after staring at the facility. The tuberculosis screening on file for Staff Person #9 was completed 201 days after staring at the facility. The tuberculosis screening on file for Facility Person #10 was completed 9 days after staring at the facility.

The health assessment on file for Staff Person #1 lacked the physician's assessment of the staff person's suitability to provide child care.

The facility lacked documentation that an annual emergency drill had occurred prior to 2.15.23.

The last documented fire system testing was 3.1.22.

The facility lacked documentation that the emergency plan had been submitted to the local municipality.

A copy of the current insurance policy was not on file at the facility at the time of the inspection.

Facility Person #10 was identified as an Aide; however, they are not 18 years of age or older. They do not meet the requirements to qualify them for the position they were reported to be hired to perform. Facility Person #10 qualifies as a Volunteer until they turn 18 years of age.

The updates to the fire safety trainings on file for Staff Person #6 and #13 exceeded 12 months between trainings. The trainings on file for Staff Person #6 were dated 9.14.21 and 10.24.22. The trainings on file for Staff Person #13 were dated 7.5.20 and 10.27.22.

The file for Staff Person #1 lacked completion of their Pediatric First Aid and CPR training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The Pediatric First Aid and CPR training was completed 115 days after starting at the facility.

Staff person #6 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 31(f)(1-9). The 6-hour health and safety training that was on file was not completed in the acceptable time frame for that specific training.

Staff person #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12 and #13 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 31(f)(10). The Pediatric First Aid and CPR on file were not completed in an approved curriculum.

The file for Staff Persons #12 and #13 lacked a written staff evaluation that had been completed by the Director within the last 12 months.

The file for Child #6 lacked a current child service report for the child. The most recent child service report on file was dated 5.20.22.

The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 were observed to contain the original agreements.

The updates to the emergency contact form and financial agreement for Children #3 exceeded 6 months between updates occurring on 11.4.21 and 1.30.23. The updates to the emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #5 have exceeded 6 months since last review.

The file for Staff Person #12 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for a position at the facility.

The file for Staff Person #6 lacked 6 of their 12 hours of child care training in their respective training year.

A review of the file for facility person #2, a person who serves in a volunteer capacity, revealed that no FBI clearance is on file. A review of staff person #1's file revealed that the disclosure statement on file is an expired version of the statement, making it invalid.

At approximately 12:00 p.m., observed staff person #1 alone in the preschool room with three preschool-aged children while staff person #4 took a group of preschoolers to the restroom which is located in the hallway outside of the classroom. Staff person #1 is qualified as an aide.

At approximately 11;00 a.m., observed a group of 12 preschool-aged children in the indoor gym area being supervised by staff person #1 and staff person #4. Staff person #4 identified responsibility for 9 children and staff person #1 did not identify responsibility for any children, leaving 3 children not identified in a supervisory group.

Observed a loose hanging window blind cord which poses a strangulation hazard n the 4-year-old Room.

The file for staff person #2 lacks verification of current emergency plan training.

The first aid kits in the school age room and the 4 year-old room both lack gloves.

Observed three water-damaged tiles in the Music Room: one tile above the TV, one above the cubbies, and one near the door to the Pre-K room.

Observed damaged dry wall behind the door in the school age classroom. Observed areas of peeling paint on the wooden play structures in both the preschool and toddler outdoor play spaces. Observed a small area of damaged dry wall below the window on the front right wall near the orange toy bin.

Observed a torn cushion in disrepair at the end of the slide in the indoor gym space.

The file for child #1 and child #2 lacks verification of a current flu vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file for child #3 lacks verification of a current DTAP and a current Pneumococcal vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Observed an anti-seizure medication in the preschool room which lacks written parental consent for administration.

The two most recent health assessments on file for staff person #3 are dated in an interval greater than 24 months.

The Tb testing on file for staff person #1 is dated more than 12 months prior to staff person's #1 first day of employment in a child care taking position.

During the following intervals 4/2/21-6/2/21, 6/2/21-8/2/21, 10/1/21-12/1/21, and 12/1/21-2/1/22, fire drills were held more than 60 days apart.

At the time of inspection, the facility lacked a proof of purchase for the hardwired, interconnected system installed and currently in use in the facility. During the following intervals 4/2/21-5/3/21, 7/2/21-8/2/21, 10/1/21-11/1/21, and 12/1/21-1/3/22, testing of the fire detection system occurred more than 30 days apart.

The file for facility person #2 lacks current mandated reporter training.

The two most recent evaluations on file for staff person #4 and staff person #5 are dated in an interval which exceeds 12 months.

The file for staff persons #4, #5, #6, and #7 lack verification of 12 hours of child care training completed in the most recent service year.