RIFFLE, KATHLEEN

838 STERLING DR, Lebanon, OH 450361
C

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

7 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: 1

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

November 6, 2025

Provenance

Ohio licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

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Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
RIFFLE, KATHLEEN
License number
935433321
Location
838 STERLING DR, Lebanon, OH 45036
Status
1
Safety grade
C (Average), score 78.9/100
Inspection record
7 inspections, last inspected November 6, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

C
Average78.9 / 100
Health73/100
Safety73/100
Staffing84/100
Compliance94/100

13

Total Violations

Nov 6, 2025

Last Inspection

N/A

Capacity

Violation Timeline

Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.

All Violations (13)

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-13Nov 6, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions, as noted in the following number(s) 5 below, were in the restroom:1. There was no liquid soap.2. There was no toilet tissue.3. There were no individually assigned towels or disposable towels.4. The toilet cleaning brush was accessible to the children.5. The plunger was accessible to the children.6. The toilet was not flushed.7. The trash was not emptied from the day before.8. There was a strong urine odor.9. Other [ ].The restroom(s) must be kept sanitary at all times. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

CRITICALSAFETY5180:2-13-11Jun 10, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that outdoor play equipment was unsafe as noted in the number(s) 17 below: 1. There was rust exposed.2. There was protruding bolts. 3. There were cracks.4. There were holes.5. There was splintering wood.6. There were sharp edges or points.7. There were lead hazards.8. There were toxic substances.9. There were tripping hazards.10. The sandbox was not covered when the program was closed or during non-daylight hours. 11. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was not developmentally appropriate.12. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was placed in the main traffic pattern.13. Outdoor play equipment, [ ], was positioned too closely together, posing a risk of injury if a child were to fall from one piece of equipment into another.14. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was not securely anchored but did not present a risk of imminent danger of the structure collapsing when children are using the equipment15. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was 30 inches or more from the ground and did not have a protective barrier that would prevent a child from falling off this piece of equipment.16. The manufacturer's guidelines for assembly and installation were not followed for the [ ].17. Other play equipment positioned under a tree whose limbs have grown too low hanging and pose a threat of head injury to children. trim limbs back.. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSAFETY5180:2-13-12Jun 10, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the water temperature was 130. in the following room(s) bath. This temperature exceeds the requirement of remaining below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5180:2-13-11Jun 10, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined that equipment on the outdoor play space posed an imminent risk of harm to a child as noted in number(s) 7 below: 1. The climber was not anchored. 2. The swings were not securely anchored. 3. The slide was not securely anchored. 4. The climbing rope was not securely anchored at both ends. 5. The S hooks on the climber were not closed in order to prevent the chain from slipping off the hook and prevent strangulation. 6. The S hooks on the swing(s) were not closed in order to prevent the chain from slipping off the hook and prevent strangulation. 7.The spindle on deck is loose and had an opening that was greater than three and one-half inches, but less than nine inches. Equipment openings must be less than 3 1/2 inches or more than 9 inches to avoid the risk of entrapment. Discontinue the use of this equipment until it has been removed, repaired or replaced. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5180:2-13-16Apr 16, 2025

During the inspection, it was determined the JFS 01201 "Dental First Aid" was not [completed/posted]. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

CRITICALHEALTH5101:2-13-12Jun 18, 2024

Children in care shall be protected from any items and conditions which threaten their health, safety, and well being. During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from the following item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number(s) 22 below:1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers.2. Open pull cords that are not closed loop.3. Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care.4. Electrical/extension cords attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled.5. Stacked chairs.6. Telephone cords.7. Employee(s) purse(s).8. Diaper bags.9. Television not securely anchored.10. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall.11. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child.12. Chipping or peeling paint.13. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing.14. An area rug presented a tripping hazard.15. A floor surface was unsafe in that [ ].16. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet.17. The platform provided for the sink or toilet was not sturdy.18. The platform provided for the sink or toilet posed a safety hazard in that [ ].19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following furniture in that [ ].20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a childs temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards.22. Other OUTLET COVER MISSING IN BATH.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING5101:2-13-07Jun 18, 2024

During the inspection, it was determined that employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained as noted in number(s) 1,2 ,6 , 11 below: 1. The provider had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR.2. The provider had not created or updated the program's organizational dashboard in the OPR.3. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR. 4. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not created an employment record in the OPR for the program on or before the first day of employment, including date of hire.5. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles in the OPR within five calendar days of the change.6. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's scheduled days and hours changed.7. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's group assignments changed, if applicable.8. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated with the employment end date within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member ended employment.9. At least one resident over the age of eighteen had not created a profile and employment record for the family child care provider within five days of becoming a resident or turning eighteen.10. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five calendar days of a change in residency for at least one resident over the age of eighteen.11.Other: ANDREW IS LISTED IN OPR AS SUB BUT NOT A RESIDENT AND IN OLQS HE IS NOT LISTED AS A SUBSubmit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

SERIOUSSTAFFING5101:2-13-09Jun 18, 2024

In review of the staff records, it was determined that background checks did not meet the requirements of the rule for the person(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart as noted in number(s) 1 below:1. The request for a background check for child care was not submitted in the OPR.2. The fingerprints were not submitted electronically according to the process established by BCI.3. The individual(s) had engaged in assigned duties or were near children and preliminary approval from ODJFS was not on file.4. Background checks were not updated every five years. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the JFS 01176, or a copy of the preliminary approval or a statement that the individual(s) are no longer engaged in assigned duties and are not near children until the preliminary approval has been received, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING5101:2-13-08Apr 25, 2023

In review of the staff records, it was determined that the child care staff member(s) or substitute child care staff member had not completed the online orientation training as noted in number (s) 2 & 3 below: 1. The training was not completed within thirty days of the starting employment.2. There was no documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016. 3. Completion of training is not documented with verification from the OPR for the Child Care Staff Member(s) and/or Substitute Child Care Staff Member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, as required. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes copies of verification of training, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORSTAFFING5101:2-13-08Apr 25, 2023

In review of the staff records, it was determined the training requirements were not met for the Child Care Staff Member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, as required. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes copies of verification of training, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORCOMPLIANCE5101:2-13-07Apr 25, 2023

During the inspection, it was determined the provider did not [obtain or maintain the required liability insurance/have a completed JFS 01933 "Liability Insurance Statement for Family Child Care Providers" completed for each child in care]. Correct the violation and submit proof of insurance with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-15Apr 25, 2023

In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care, as required, for the items in number(s) 2 below: 4 of 6 files were on old 1234 form 1. No enrollment form was completed for at least one child 2. The current JFS 01234 was not completed for at least one child 3. Complete child information 4. Complete parent information 5. Complete emergency contact information 6. Complete physician information 7. Information regarding the parent list 8. Health information 9. Additional information for all boxes checked yes 10. Emergency transportation information 11. Parent/guardians signature 12. Diapering Statement 13. Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures 14. Enrollment form for at least one child was not updated by either the parent or the administrator 15. Enrollment form for at least one child was not signed by the administrator 16. Other [ ] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

MINORHEALTH5101:2-13-10Apr 25, 2023

In review of records, it was determined the CCSM or Substitute CCSM was left alone with children and did not have current valid documentation for training(s) listed in number(s) 11 below:1. First Aid - expired training2. First Aid - did not have verification of completion of First Aid training3. First Aid - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule 4. CPR - expired training5. CPR - had not taken CPR training6. CPR - did not have verification of the completion of CPR training7. CPR - training taken did not include all age groups the program serves and developmental levels of all children in care8. CPR - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule9. CPR - audiovisual or electronic media training taken by staff did not include an in-person component of the training 10. Communicable Disease - expired training11. Communicable Disease - had not taken CD training12. Communicable Disease - did not have verification of the completion of the CD training13. Communicable Disease - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule14. Child Abuse - expired training15. Child Abuse - had not taken Child Abuse training16. Child Abuse - documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the ruleCorrect the violation and submit the documentation of current certification with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.

Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIFFLE, KATHLEEN's safety grade?

RIFFLE, KATHLEEN has a safety grade of C (Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 78.9 out of 100.

How many violations does RIFFLE, KATHLEEN have?

RIFFLE, KATHLEEN has 13 total violations on record, including 2 critical, 1 serious, and 10 minor.

When was RIFFLE, KATHLEEN last inspected?

RIFFLE, KATHLEEN was last inspected on November 6, 2025.

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