The Kids Club Daycare

Child #1 while in the director's office with staff #1 was able to barricade themself between the desk and chair and access over the counter medication.

Child #1 while in the director's office with staff #1 was able to barricade themself between the desk and chair and access over the counter medication.

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

The file for staff person #3 was observed to contain a signed disclosure statement that lacked a date. The file for staff person #3 was observed to contain criminal background reports dated 0913/2019 and 03/05/2025 a period of 65 months.

The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked a statement regarding continuity of operations.

The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises

The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children

The facility was observed to lack a posting of the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

The facility was observed to lack documentation that the operator provided a letter explaining the emergency procedures and accommodation of infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions during an emergency to the parent of each enrolled child.

The facility was observed to have a refrigerator in the "Twos Room" that lacked an operating thermometer inside.

The file for Child #3 and young toddler aged child was observed to lack an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. This was evidenced by the only health reports present in the file were dated 2/09/2023 and 02/29/2024.

The facility was observed to have a medication log for child #6 that lacked a parent's signature.

The file for staff person #3 was observed to lack health reports obtained every 24 months as evidenced by health reports dated 08/06/2021 and 02/25/2024 a period of 30 weeks present in the file.

The facility was observed to lack documentation that an emergency drill was conducted annually.

The facility was observed to lack a written record of the testing of fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days and/or an annual written report of the inspection and testing of the smoke detection device or system conducted by a fire safety professional.

The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises

The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises

The file for staff persons #2 and #3 were observed to lack documentation of participation, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. This was evidenced by a fire safety certificate dated 5/17/2023 present in staff person #2's file and a fire safety certificate dated 5/05/2023 present in staff person #3's file.

The file for staff persons #2 and #3 were observed to lack an annual staff evaluation.

The file for staff person #1 was observed to lack documentation of a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.

The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 were observed to lack documentation that the Department's approved form (Child Service Report) was provided to the family once in a 6-month period.

The file for child #1 lacked documentation that a parent reviewed and/or updated the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period.

Staff persons #-10, #13, #14, and #15 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #10, #13, #14, and 15 did not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of (1/20/24).

Observed staff file #4 who has been employed for more than 45 days did not contain a valid NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #7 who has been employed more than 45 days, contained a department of education FBI clearance which is not acceptable for child care, and file #7 did not contain a valid NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #8, a provisional hire, did not contain a copy of the application for the state police criminal background clearance. Observed staff file #16 contained a valid state police, child abuse, and FBI clearance which were obtained and dated more than 60 months after the previous valid clearances. Observed staff files #1, #2, #3, #7, #11, and #16 contained incomplete disclosure statements.

Observed the emergency plan had not been updated within the previous 12 months. The plan contained names of staff who were no longer employed by the legal entity.

Observed staff files #4, #5, #7, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13, #14, #15, and #16 did not contain documentation of training in the emergency plan within the previous 12 months.

Observed an electrical power cord in the preschool room which did not have protective receptacle covers.

Observed above ground windows in the infant room and the gross motor room which were not restricted to 6 or fewer inches.

Observed the first-aid kit in room 103 was accessible to children.

Observed there were no steps or platform for the children in the young toddler room to safely reach the handwashing sink.

Observed a large yellow and green half-moon block with a damaged cover and exposed foam.

Observed in the young toddler room, plastic bags accessible to young toddlers in an unlocked drawer by the hand washing station.

Observed the refrigerator in room 103 and the K-3 room did not contain thermometers.

Observed child file #2, a young toddler, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Observed staff file #1 and #8, who are providing initial service in the childcare setting did not contain an initial health assessment. Observed staff file #3, 7, and 16 contained initial health assessments which were dated after providing initial service in a childcare setting. Observed staff file #4, 5, 12, and 13 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Observed the facility did not have written notification of safe routes posted in a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.

Observed the documented fire drills revealed there were no fire drills conducted between 4/20/23 to 9/28/23.

Observed the facility did not notify the local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility within the previous 12 months.

Observed the facility was unable to provide a copy of the facilities prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment written policy.

Observed staff file #1 who recently turned 18, worked in a staff child care position while being 17 years old.

Observed staff files #4, #7, and #11 did not contain documentation of training in fire safety within the previous 12 months.

Observed staff file #4, 6, and 7 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. Observed staff file #8, 9, 11, and 16 did not contain documentation of 2500 hours of previous experience with children.

Observed staff files #1 and #3, both aides, did not contain documentation of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.

Observed the infant and gross motor room did not have a written plan of daily activities and routines.

Observed the emergency contact form for child file #1 did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Observed the emergency contact form for child file #3 did not contain the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Observed staff file #1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 13, and 16 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Staff persons #4 and #7 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31.(f)(1-10). Staff person #9 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31.(f)(10).

On 4/20/23 observed staff file #4 contained updated criminal background clearance and child abuse clearance which were dated 6 months after their start date in a childcare position. The updates were obtained due to the original clearances being volunteer which are not acceptable for childcare employment. Observed staff file #3 contained a most recent mandated reporter training which was dated more than 60 months ago. Observed staff file #9 did not contain a state police criminal background clearance.

On 3/17/23 observed the facility did not have a copy of the emergency plan posted at a conspicuous location. Observed the last documented review of the emergency plan was conducted more than 12 months ago.

On 3/17/23 observed electrical outlets, which did not have protective receptacle covers, on a power cord in the young toddler room and the preschool room.

On 3/17/23 observed hand sanitizer accessible to children in the older toddler room. Observed in the infant room, diaper cream accessible to children due to a failed child safety lock. On 4/20/23 observed hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes accessible to children in the three downstairs summer camp rooms.

On 3/17/23 observed food stored on shelves with cleaning supplies in the older toddler and the younger toddler rooms.

On 3/17/23 observed the preschool room first aid kit was accessible to children.

On 3/17/23 observed damaged drywall by the cubby in the preschool room. Observed loose hanging cords, which were a visible hazard, in the preschool room.

On 3/17/23 observed exposed foam and peeling cover on mats in the young toddler room. Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the preschool room and on a changing mat in the gross motor room. Observed an exposed screw on a shelf in the young toddler room. Observed low white shelves in the infant room which were not securely anchored to the wall.

On 3/17/23 observed in the infant room, the rest equipment did not have 2 feet of space on 3 sides when it was in use.

On 3/17/23 observed child file #2, a YT, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment.

On 3/17/23 observed child file #4 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

On 3/17/23 observed child file #1 did not contain updated written verification of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

On 3/17/23 observed the facility did not have an established medication log for motrin and children's ibuprofen which were being stored in the young toddler room.

On 3/17/23 observed the facility did not have documentation of conducting an emergency drill within the previous 12 months.

On 3/17/23 observed the last documented fire drill was conducted on 11/18/22. There was no documentation of any fire drills after that date.

On 4/20/23 observed that the most recent fire safety training completed by staff working at the facility, was completed more than 12 months ago.

On 4/20/23 observed staff person #4 and #7 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire(see LIS code sheet):3270.3270.(f)(1-9). On 4/20/23 observed staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire(see LIS code sheet):3270.3270.(f)(1-10).

On 4/20/23 observed staff file #4 and #5 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

On 3/17/23 observed the agreement for child #4 did not contain the date of the child's admission.

On 3/17/23 observed child file #1, 2, 3, and 4 contained original agreements.

On 3/17/23 observed the emergency contact information for child file #3 and #4 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child file #3 also needed the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

On 4/20/23 observed staff file #5 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

On 4/20/23 observed staff file #4 contained documentation of completion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was completed more than 90 days after their start date in a childcare position. Observed staff file #5 who has been working in a childcare position for more than 90 days (see LIS code sheet) did not contain documentation of completion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

On 4/20/23 observed staff file #1, 2, 3, 6, 8, and 9 contained documentation of the completed health and safety professional development training update which was completed after the due date of 12/30/22.

On 4/20/23 observed staff file #2 contained documentation of completion of 12 clock hours of childcare training which were completed after the training year deadline of 12/19/22. Observed staff file #6 and #7 did not contain documentation of completion of 12 clock hours of childcare training completed during the training year of 12/19/21-12/19/22.

Based on interviews with staff, it was found that a staff member #1 admitted that they struck a child when the child would not stay on their cot and lay down at rest time.

It was observed in the toddler room a can of shaving cream labeled keep away from children in the craft cupboard.

In the three year old room it was observed that the water temperature measured at 113° F on the day of renewal.

It was observed that a hand washing sign was not posted at each toilet in the facility.

In the toddler room it was observed that a portable crib had a tear in the netting. It was also observed that the purple wooden cupboard bottom left door was broken off the hinge and could pose a pinching hazard to children in care.

It was observed in the infant and young toddler room that the infant feeding table did not have safety straps.

The health report on file for child #1, #2, and #4 did not contain documentation of an influenza shot being administered with in the last year in accordance with the recommendations of ACIP.

In the toddler room it was observed in a child's locker a bottle of Tylenol within the reach of children.

It was observed on the day of renewal that children's lunches brought from home were not refrigerated.

The facility's fire drill log showed that the facility has not been regularly testing the facility's fire detection system every 30 days. This is evidenced by testing done 8/11/21- 9/29/21 and then 11/2/21. There has been no documentation of testing done after 11/2/21.

The agreement form on file for child#1, #2, #3, and #4 were observed not to contain the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

The agreement form on file for child #1, #2, and #3 were observed not to specify the services which are to be considered extra.

The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 was observed not to contain health insurance coverage. It was also observed that the file for child #1 and #3 did not contain the policy number for a child under a family policy or medical assistance benefits.

The emergency contact form on file for child #1 and #3 were observed not to contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The agreement form on file for child #2 was observed not to contain documentation of a review and updated of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least one in a 6 month period.

The file for staff person #3 and #4 was observed not have documentation of Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

It was observed that the facility did not have posted the most up to date copy of the regulations. Also, it was observed that the facility did not provide the parent of each child in the facility with information on how to access the regulation electronically.

The file for staff person #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 was observed not to have documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.