Susan Thomas

2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/20/25. The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants and toddlers.

The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of the National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate by July 1, 2020 (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #1 had a NSOR dated 3/22/21. The file of Staff #3 lacked a complete State Police Clearance because it did not have a rapt sheet attached. The file of Staff #5 lacked a copy of a signed disclosure statement at initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #5 had a disclosure statement dated 4/22/24.

The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Observed Xtreme Kleen Moisturizing Advanced Gel beside food items on a shelf in the Basement.

The sink by the changing table on the Main Floor lacked platforms or steps to be easily approached by children using it.

Observed a cracked green bin containing extra clothes on the Main Floor. Observed 2 cracked pink bins containing extra papers and calendars in the Basement.

Observed foam shapes with bite marks in the Basement.

The refrigerator in the Basement lacked an operating thermometer.

The files of Children #1 and #3 lacked updated health reports at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. The file of Child #1 contained a health report dated 1/4/24 with a previous one dated 3/8/23. The file of Child #3 contained a health report dated 3/11/25 with a previous one dated 7/20/23.

The health report for Child #3 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

The Main Floor lacked a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can in which to discard a soiled disposable diaper immediately. Certification Staff observed child care staff discard a soiled diaper into a trash can attached to the wall with the lid raised, but the lid did not close afterwards.

The operator did not conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance.

The facility did not have documentation of conducting emergency drills annually. The facility had documentation of an emergency drill being conducted on 3/10/25 with a previous one conducted on 2/9/24.

The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.

The facility had a policy that addressed the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, but the policy did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of fire safety training conducted on 4/14/25 with a previous one conducted on 3/19/24.

The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of completing pediatric first aid and CPR on 8/7/23.

Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR.

Staff #1 lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training every 60 months. Staff #1 had documentation of mandated reporter training completed on 12/1/24 with previous training completed on 9/15/19.

The file of Staff #5, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.

The agreement for Child #4 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The files of Children #3 and #4 lacked child service reports completed at least every 6 months. Child #3 had a child service report dated 3/1/24. Child #4 had child service reports dated 3/1/24 and 9/1/24.

Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

The emergency contact form and agreement for Child #2 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's emergency contact and agreement were reviewed on 3/1/24, 9/1/24, and 10/14/24.

The file of Staff #4 lacked documentation of obtaining an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. The file of Staff #4 contained documentation of 9 hours of training completed on 2/19/25 and 1.5 hours of training completed on 2/28/25.

At the time of reviewing the file, the file for staff #1 had a Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of volunteer rather than employment.

Observed at the bottom of the steps in the preschool space downstairs, rubber trim not attached to the wall and holes in the wall on the left and right side of the bottom step. Observed on the wall across from the bottom of the steps behind the diaper changing station, significant damage to the wall with missing plaster and exposed interior structure to the wall. Observed on the right side of the deck to enter the facility from the steps, a raised board causing a tripping hazard.

Observed on the playground, 1 exposed bolt on the fence in the back corner under the pergola.

The file of child #2 lacked an agreement with the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The file of child #1 lacked an agreement with the child's arrival and departure times.

At the time of the inspection, the Emergency Plan lacked documentation of the Continuity of Operations.

Observed a hornet's nest in the Little Tikes brand playhouse that was grey with a blue roof.

The sink located in the toddler space lacked a handwashing sign.

The sink located in the toddler space lacked a lidded waste receptacle.

Observed in the kitchen, the exit was blocked due to the fact a vacuum cleaner and folded up Pack and Play were stored in front of it.

Observed the following in the playground: splintering wood on the 3 round, wooden tables; Little Tikes brand log cabin with a hole at the doorway; and Step 2 brand brown and tan house with a red roof with a hole at the doorway;

Observed on the playground, rocks less than 1 inch in diameter between the 2 playhouses in the corner adjacent to the shed and in areas throughout where grass is not growing.

At the time of the inspection, there was no documentation of testing the smoke detector every 30 days.

At the time of the inspections, there was no documentation the Emergency Plan was sent to the local municipality.

The file of child #1 lacked a current health assessment.

At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation of a traffic letter sent to local traffic safety authorities.

The file of staff #1 had late Mandated Reporter training due to the fact the documents on file were dated 3-11-22 and 3-6-17. Therefore, they were more than 60 months apart.

The file of staff #2, a Group Supervisor lacked documentation to support the position.

Observed 1 space saver high chair missing its T-shaped strap.

Based on documentation, the smoke detection system was not tested every 30 days due to the fact the dates documented were 12-2-21 to 1-3-22 which is 32 days; 1-3-22 to 2-4-22 which is 32 days; 3-4-22 to 4-4-22 which is 31 days.

The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent.