LITTLE AVENGERS ACADEMY, LLC
Data Freshness & Provenance
Inspection coverage
10 inspections on record
Active providers
License status: 0
Last refreshed
April 1, 2026
Latest inspection
July 9, 2025
Provenance
Ohio licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring
Quick Facts
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Updated April 1, 2026
- Provider
- LITTLE AVENGERS ACADEMY, LLC
- License number
- 2220026508
- Location
- 8905 MT. VERNON ROAD, St Louisville, OH 43071
- Status
- 0
- Safety grade
- F (Poor), score 4.1/100
- Inspection record
- 10 inspections, last inspected July 9, 2025
- Provenance
- Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.
Safety Scorecard
103
Total Violations
Jul 9, 2025
Last Inspection
N/A
Capacity
Violation Timeline
Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.
All Violations (103)
During the inspection, it was determined the programs written policies and procedures provided to the parents/guardians and employees was missing item number(s) 8, 22, 29 below:General Information1. Program name, address, email address and telephone number.2. Description of the programs program philosophy.3. Days and hours of operation, scheduled closings and basic daily schedule.4. Staff/child ratios and group size.5. Opportunities for parent involvement in program activities.6. Opportunities for parents to meet with teachers regarding their child.7. Payment schedule, overtime charges and registration fees as applicable.8. Supports for onsite breastfeeding or pumping for mothers who wish to do so (if the program serves infants or toddlers).Program Policies and Procedures9. Enrollment including required enrollment information.10. Care of children without immunizations.11. Attendance including procedures for arrival and departure, the programs absent day policy, releasing child to persons other than the parent, releasing a child according to a custody agreement and follow up when a child scheduled to arrive from another program or activity does not arrive.12. Supervision of children, including a separate supervision policy for school-age children, if applicable.13. Child guidance.14. Suspension and expulsion.15. Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including administering medication to children with disabilities and administering care procedures to children with disabilities.16. Outdoor play, including limitations placed on outdoor play due to weather or safety issues (considerations may include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, wind chill, ozone levels, pollen count, lightning, rain or ice.)17. Food and dietary policy, including, information regarding meeting one-third of the child's recommended daily dietary allowance, policy regarding formula, breast milk, meals and snacks, and a policy on providing supplemental food.18. Management of illness including isolation precautions, symptoms for discharge and return and notification of parent of ill child.19. Summary of procedures taken in the event of an emergency, serious illness or injury.20. Administration of medication and topical products including medical foods, modified diets and whether school age children are permitted to carry their own medication and ointments.21. Transportation for fieldtrips, routine trips (if applicable) and emergencies, including if the center will provide child care services to children whose parents refuse to grant consent for transportation to the source of emergency treatment.22. Water activities/swimming.23. Infant care, if applicable, including feeding, frequency of diaper checks and information about daily activities.24. Sleeping, Napping and Resting.25. Evening and overnight care, if applicable.26. Policy on hours of operation including closing due to weather, school delays or closings and any other factors.27. Situations that may require disenrollment of a child, if applicable.28. Problem or issue resolution for parents or employees to follow when needing assistance in resolving problems related to the child care program.29. Formal screenings and assessments on enrolled children and if the program reports child level data to ODJFS pursuant to 5101:2-17-02 of the Administrative Code.Revise the programs written policies and procedures to include the missing information. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the revised written policies and procedures, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that verification of a high school education for the child care staff member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, did not meet the requirements as listed in number(s) 1 below: 1. Verification of completion of a high school education was not on file.2. Documentation was incomplete or not on file for a high school junior or senior who is enrolled in a career-technical program.3. Documentation was not on file for a high school junior or senior who is also enrolled in a college credit program in child development or early childhood education.4. Documentation was not on file for a high school junior or senior who is enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) training program.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the education verification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that the medical statements for the employees listed on the Employee Record Chart did not meet the requirements as listed in number(s) 1 below. 1. A medical statement was not on file for at least one employee;2. The medical statement(s) on file did not have a date of examination within 12 months of the employees first day of employment;3. Date of examination was missing;4. Signature, business address, or telephone number of the licensed physician, physician assistant, advanced practice nurse, certified midwife, or certified nurse practitioner who completed the examination was missing;5. A statement was missing that verifies the employee is: a. Physically fit for employment in a program caring for children; b. Immunized against Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap); c. Immunized against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR);6. Tuberculosis (TB) screening/test information was missing: a. Documentation of the screening process to determine if the employee resided in a country identified by the world health organization as having a high burden of TB and arrived in the United States within the five years preceding the date of application for employment. b. Results of a TB test for employees meeting both criteria in 6a. c. Results of additional testing for employees with a positive TB test. d. Written statement, signed by a representative of the TB control unit, that the employee's TB is no longer infectious or the individual is receiving a TB treatment regimen for employees with a positive TB test. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed employee medical statement, or TB results/documentation, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member(s) did not meet the requirements for completing the online orientation training as noted in number(s) 2 below:1. The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member.2. Documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016 was not on file.3. Completion of the training was not verified in the OPR.4. A child care staff member had sole responsibility of children and had not completed the online orientation.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member did not meet the annual professional development requirement as noted in number(s) 1 below: 1. The child care staff member(s) had not completed at least six hours of professional development.2. Documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule. 3. Training topic did not meet the requirements listed in appendix A of this rule. 4. Documentation of training did not meet the requirements of this rule.5. The substitute(s) had been used more than ninety days annually between July first and June thirtieth and had not completed at least six hours of professional development 6. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions, as noted in number(s) 1 below, were in the restroom:1. There was no liquid soap.2. There was no toilet paper.3. There were no paper towels.4. The toilet cleaning brush was accessible to the children.5. The plunger was accessible to the children.6. The toilet(s) were 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. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
In review of 25% 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) 10, 11 below. 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 [ ] Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
In review of 25% of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in number(s) 1, 9 below: 1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth 4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination 5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed. 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care 7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child 8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year 9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule 10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the childs parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions 11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for item number(s) 2, 3 below:1. Monthly fire drills.2. Monthly weather emergency drills (March through September).3. Emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the required supplies were not available for diaper changing as noted in number 4 below:1. There was no disposable separation material;2. There was no germicidal solution for sanitizing;3. There were no plastic containers or bags for the storage of soiled clothing;4. Other: There was no lid on the diaper receptacle used for soiled diapers.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the staff did not use a separation material between each diaper change in the infant room, as required by the rule, at the diaper changing station. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the annual inspection report dated 7/18/24. The rule requires the program to complete and submit a corrective action plan in OCLQS to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for fire inspection as noted in number 1 below:1. The program did not have documentation on file for a fire inspection without any uncorrected violations within 12 months from the date of the last fire inspection and the request for the new inspection was not made at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the previous fire inspection.2. The documentation for the most recent fire inspection contained violations that had not been corrected. 3. The [ ] space was being used and had not been approved by the fire department or the state fire marshals office for child care.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes an updated fire inspection without any uncorrected violations, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined the fall zone under and around equipment designated for climbing, swinging, balancing and sliding did not meet the requirements as noted in numbers 2 and 4 below:1. The fall surface material had not been properly distributed or raked as needed to retain proper depth under and around equipment.2. A fall zone hazard was present, in that, the bench on the preschool playground posed a risk of injury if a child were to fall from a piece of climbing equipment.3. The fall zone was less than 3 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.4. The fall zone was less than 6 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 24 months of age and older (Preschool playground 2 pieces of climbing equipment, one next to the fence and one next to the building wall)5. There was not a fall zone of 3 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.6. There was not a fall zone of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 24 months of age and older.7. The fall zone was less than 4 1/2 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.8. The fall zone was less than 9 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 24 months of age and older. 9. Other [ ]. The program is required to provide adequate fall zones under and around outdoor play equipment at all times. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions, as noted in number 6 below, were in the School Age restroom:1. There was no liquid soap.2. There was no toilet paper.3. There were no paper towels.4. The toilet cleaning brush was accessible to the children.5. The plunger was accessible to the children.6. The toilet(s) were 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 the department to verify compliance with this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the playground did not have adequate fall surface under and around equipment as noted in number 3 below: 1. No fall surface2. Adequate fall surface to soften the impact of a fall3. Adequate fall surface to soften the impact of a fall that extended the length of the required fall zone around the hexagon climber on the school age playground space. 4. Other [ ] With any equipment designed for climbing, swinging, bouncing, or sliding, resilient material, as specified in Appendix A, needs to be added in order to protect children in the event of a fall. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes written verification of the discontinued use of this equipment until corrections are made along with a description of the resilient material added, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being as noted in numbers 1 and 22 below: 1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers (PreK).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. Employee(s) purse(s). 7. Diaper bags.8. Television not securely anchored.9. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 10. Smoke detector needing batteries replaced.11. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing.12. An area rug presented a tripping hazard.13. A floor surface that was unsafe in that [ ].14. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom.15. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom was not sturdy.16. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom posed a safety hazard in that [ ].17. Telephone cords.18. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child.19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following classroom furniture: [ ]. 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: a large wooden board with a screw sticking out of it was stored in the children's bathroom in the school age room.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
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 the program did not protect children from an unsafe item, condition or equipment noted in numbers 16 and 17 below: 1. Closed ended pull cord(s) on the window blind(s)2. Extension cord(s); electrical cord(s) attached to an object that could result in a severe injury if pulled. 3. Stacked tables. 4. Folding tables.5. Matches and/or a lighter.6. Power tool(s).7. Live wires. 8. Stove(s) that are either on or able to be turned on by a child. 9. Asbestos. 10. Traffic.11. A body of water. 12. A well.13. Environmental hazard(s) confirmed by local authorities having jurisdiction over the hazard.14. A crockpot used to heat bottles.15. Immediate access to a knife.16. Large or heavy pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall (Cubby lockers/shelves in the infant play area were not anchored)17. Other: A toy shelf was stacked on top of another shelf and was not secured in the infant room play area. Any hazardous equipment must be removed, replaced, or repaired and any hazardous condition must be corrected and must be made inaccessible to children. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the item or condition has been removed and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, a potentially hazardous substance, which was determined to not present a serious risk to a child, was not used or stored properly as noted in number 15 below: 1. Cosmetics were accessible to children in the [ ] area.2. Disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in the [ ] area.3. Fish food was accessible to children in the [ ] area.4. Hand lotion was accessible to children in the [ ] area.5. Hand sanitizer (for children under 24 months) was accessible to children in the [ ] area.6. Laundry detergent was accessible to children in the [ ] area.7. Powder dish washing soap was accessible to children in the [ ] area.8. Paint cans were accessible to children in the [ ] area.9. White out was accessible to children in the [ ] area.10. Potting Soil was accessible to children in the [ ] area.11. Other potentially hazardous substance [ ] was accessible to children in the [ ] area.12. Cleaning/sanitizing supplies had not been clearly labeled.13. School-age children were using cleaning supplies, agents and/or equipment without adult supervision.14. A spray aerosol was used in the [ ] group while children were in attendance. 15. Other: Multiple packs of baby wipes which had "Keep out of Reach of Children" on the label were stored within reach of the children in the Toddler room.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the program was not providing a clean and healthy environment, furniture, materials and equipment as required by Appendix A, as noted in number 6 below:1. Item(s) soiled with blood or bodily fluids were not cleaned/sanitized immediately. 2. Blankets/sheets were not cleaned weekly, when soiled, or before use by another child. 3. Children's individual blankets and belongings were stored in an unsanitary manner. 4. Bottles, bottle caps, nipples and other equipment used for bottle feeding were not cleaned and sanitized in a dishwasher or by washing, rinsing, and boiling for one minute.5. Carpets were not vacuumed weekly or cleaned when soiled.6. Changing table pad was not sanitized after each use, in that it was covered with a fabric pad cover.7. Reusable cloths were not being washed daily or when visibly soiled.8. Cots/Pads/Mats were not cleaned and sanitized before assigning to a different child, when used by a sick child, when soiled or at least every three months.9. Cribs were not cleaned and sanitized monthly, or when soiled, or before use by another child.10. Diaper Receptables were not cleaned and sanitized daily or more frequently as needed to eliminate odor.11. Dishes/Cups/Silverware were not cleaned and sanitized after each use.12. Water Containers were not labeled with the child's name, or were not cleaned and sanitized before use again on another day.13. Dividers were not cleaned when visibly soiled.14. Dress up clothes and hats (dramatic play) were not cleaned monthly or when soiled.15. Floors were not cleaned weekly or when soiled.16. The food prep area, including sinks, were not cleaned before and after preparing food (including bottle preparation) or between preparing raw or cooked food.17. Potty chairs were not cleaned after each use, rinsed with water, cleaned and sanitized or contents were not emptied into a toilet.18. Food tables, highchair trays were not cleaned before and after each use.19. Tables used for play were not cleaned when visibly soiled or sanitized daily.20. Toilet bowls were not cleaned when visibly soiled or sanitized weekly.21. Toilet seat(s), handle(s) and hand washing sink(s) were not cleaned when visibly soiled or sanitized daily.22. Mouthed toys were not cleaned and sanitized after each childs use.23. Toys, other than those mouthed by children, were not cleaned monthly or when visibly soiled.24. Washable furniture, including fabrics on infant equipment, were not cleaned weekly or when soiled.25. Upholstered furniture was not steam cleaned when soiled.26. Slip covers were not washed at least every six months or when soiled.27. Wastebaskets/rinse buckets, including lids, were not being emptied daily or cleaned and sanitized when visibly soiled.28. The manufacturers directions for the cleaning product were not followed.29. The solution used for sanitizing was not a commercial product registered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as a sanitizer.30. Other: Furniture, materials and equipment must be maintained according to the cleaning and sanitizing schedule in Appendix A to this rule. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the department to verify compliance with this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the childrens records, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for caring for at least one child, indicated on the Children Records Review, with a condition that requires a JFS 01236 "Child Medical/Physical Care Plan" as noted in numbers 5, 6, 7, 12, 32, and 33 below: 1. No plan was on file.(Page 1)2. Childs name was missing.3. Name of the condition was missing.4. Indication if medication or medical food is required was missing.5. Signs, symptoms or situations that require staff to take action were missing.6. Activities, foods, environmental conditions to avoid were missing.7. Training instructions for procedures for staff to follow were missing or incomplete.(Page 2)8. Child's name was missing or not attached.9. Child's date of birth was missing or not attached.10. Child's weight was missing or not attached.11. Name of the medication/medical food was missing or not attached.12. Dosage of medication/medical food to be administered was missing or not attached (dosage not clear, indicated 4-6 puffs).13. Time for medication/medical food to be administered was missing or not attached.14. Expiration date for medication/medical food was missing or not attached.15. Symptoms that require staff to administer medication/medical food were missing or not attached.16. Specific instructions to administer the medication/medical food were missing or not attached.17. Actions to be taken if the symptoms do not subside were missing or not attached.18. Physician's signature was missing or not attached.19. The date of the physician's signature was missing or not attached.(Page 3)20. Child's name was missing.21. Instructions regarding emergency evacuation, if applicable, were missing.22. Signature of parent granting permission to implement the plan and verifying training was missing.23. Date of parent signature was missing.24. Certified Professional Trainer information was missing.25. Signature of certified professional who trained the program staff was missing, if parent was not the trainer.26. Date of trainer signature was missing.27. Printed name(s)of child care staff member(s) who have received instructions for care and/or have been trained to perform the procedure were missing.28. Signature(s) of child care staff member(s) who have received instructions for care and/or have been trained to perform the procedure were missing.29. Date of staff signature was missing.30. Administrator/Provider signature was missing31. Date of administrator/Provider was missing.(Page 4)32. Child's name was missing.33. Name of medication or medical food was missing.34. Date the medication/medical food was administered was missing.35. Time medication/medical food was administered was missing.36. Dosage of medication/medical food that was administered was missing.37. Signature of person administering medication/medical food was missing.38. The plan was not followed or implemented.39. The plan was not able to be implemented due to conflicting information.40. None of the child care staff members trained in the procedures on the JFS 01236 were onsite when a child requiring the plan was present. 41. Child care staff members trained in the procedures on the JFS 01236 were not scheduled to be present the entire the time the child requiring the plan was onsite. 42. None of the child care staff members trained in the procedures on the JFS 01236 accompanied the child requiring the plan during a trip. 43. A child care staff member who had not been trained in the procedures on the JFS 01236 performed the procedure. 44. Medication listed in the procedures to follow was not onsite available to administer as instructed and alternate instructions for this situation were not included on the plan.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed JFS 01236, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
In review of 25% 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 16 below. 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: The prescribed enrollment form had been modified by the program. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
During the inspection, it was determined the programs written disaster plan did not meet the requirement for training child care staff members and employees on the plan annually as noted in number 2 below:1. Child care staff members and employees were not trained annually.2. Written documentation of the training was not kept on file. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the requirements for the JFS 01242 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan for Child Care were not followed as noted in number 7 below:1. The plan was not posted in each classroom.2. The plan was not posted in other spaces used by children. 3. The name, address and telephone number of the program were not complete.4. The location of first aid kit, fire extinguishers and fire alarm system, fire alarm pull stations and electrical circuit box were not complete.5. The telephone number for emergency squad, fire department, hospital, poison control program, public children services agency, local health department, local emergency management agency, and police department were not complete.6. Location of childrens records was not complete.7. Emergency information including any medications or supplies needed in the event of an evacuation was not complete in Infants and School Age. 8. The current version of the prescribed form was not used.9. The plan was not implemented when necessary in that [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the program did not have enough designated storage areas for children's personal belongings in School Age. The rule requires that an area be designated where children can individually store their personal belongings. This area shall not block walkways or evacuation routes. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
During the inspection, it was determined that sheets, mattresses and/or mattress covers did not meet the rule requirement as noted in number 10 below:1. At least one crib did not have a sheet.2.At least one sheet was too large.3.At least one sheet was too small.4.At least one sheet was torn.5.The mattress was not at least one and one-half inches thick.6.The mattress was not firm. 7.There was space between the mattress and the sides and end panels of the crib which exceeded one and one-half inches. 8.The mattress cover was not waterproof.9.The mattress cover was torn.10. Other: The mattress cover was torn on at least one crib mattress.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the provisions for the safe storage of parent provided food were not used, in that yogurt was stored with childrens personal belongings in a cubby. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
During the inspection, it was determined that children's records had not been kept confidential in that children's identifying information was posted on the program's social media page. Provide staff training. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the program provided false information, in that the owner directed staff in writing (text) to hide diaper cream and baby powder from the licensing specialist during an inspection. The rule requires the program to provide accurate and truthful information to the Department. Rule 5180:2-12-03 requires the program to notify parents when a serious risk non-compliance is cited. The notification must inform parents of the serious risk non-compliance and include the Department of Children and Youth website and location of further information regarding the determination. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the written parent notification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that outdoor play equipment was unsafe or not used as intended as noted in number 3 below:1. There was rust exposed.2. There were protruding bolts. 3. There were cracks and broken sharp edges on the climber.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. There was chipped and/or peeling paint.11. The sandbox was not covered when the program was closed or during non-daylight hours. 12. Outdoor equipment, [ ] was not developmentally appropriate.13. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was placed in the main traffic pattern.14. 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.15. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was not securely anchored but did not present a risk of imminent danger of the structure collapsing when children are using the equipment16. 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.17. The manufacturer's guidelines for assembly and installation were not followed for the [ ].18. Functionally linked equipment was used by preschool-age children and the distance between two adjacent pieces of equipment exceeded 12 inches.19. Functionally linked equipment was used by school-age children and the distance between two adjacent pieces of equipment exceeded 18 inches.20. Other [ ]. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
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 1 below: 1. The geo dome climbers were 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 [ ] 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
During the inspection, it was determined the fall zone under and around equipment designated for climbing, swinging, balancing and sliding did not meet the requirements as noted in numbers 4 and 6 below:1. The fall surface material had not been properly distributed or raked as needed to retain proper depth under and around equipment.2. A fall zone hazard was present, in that, the [ ] posed a risk of injury if a child were to fall from a piece of equipment.3. The fall zone was less than 3 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.4. The fall zone was less than 6 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 24 months of age and older.5. There was not a fall zone of 3 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.6. There was not a fall zone of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 24 months of age and older.7. The fall zone was less than 4 1/2 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.8. The fall zone was less than 9 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 24 months of age and older. 9. Other [ ]. The program is required to provide adequate fall zones under and around outdoor play equipment at all times. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being as noted in number 22 and 23 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. Employee(s) purse(s). 7. Diaper bags.8. Television not securely anchored.9. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 10. Smoke detector needing batteries replaced.11. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing.12. An area rug presented a tripping hazard.13. A floor surface that was unsafe in that [ ].14. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom.15. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom was not sturdy.16. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom posed a safety hazard in that [ ].17. Telephone cords.18. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child.19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following classroom furniture: [ ]. 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: A wax burner was within reach in the Preschool classroom.23. Plastic slats on the stairs to the preschool and infant rooms were coming unglued and caused a tripping hazardProvide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that equipment, materials and furnishings provided for indoor and outdoor play did not meet the requirement of the rule as noted in number 2 below.1.Equipment and materials were not varied and adequate to meet the developmental needs of the children.2.Equipment and materials were not provided in a sufficient quantity that each child can be actively involved in an activity (in Preschool).3.Play materials were not readily accessible to the children in the [ ] classroom.4. Play materials were not arranged in an orderly manner so that children have opportunities to select, remove and replace play materials with minimal assistance during the day in the [ ] classroom.5. Durable, child-sized or safely adapted furniture was not provided for children in the [ ] classroom.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as listed in number 2 below:1. No attendance record was being maintained.2. The attendance record was not being consistently completed in toddlers and preschool.3.The record did not include the name of at least one child.4. The record did not include the birth date of at least one child.5.The record did not include the assigned group.6.The record did not include the childs weekly schedule.7.The record did not include the time (hours and minutes) of each childs arrival and departure to the program, including transportation by the program.8. The original attendance record was not kept at the program for a period of one year.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that Child Care Staff Members who were used in the staff/child ratio were engaged in other duties such as noted in number 6 below and, therefore, were unable to provide appropriate care and supervision to the children: 1. Cooking;2. Cleaning that interferes with supervision;3. Paperwork;4. Talking on the phone for extended time;5. Engaging in a conversation with a parent for an extended period of time;6. Other: wearing earbuds and texting multiple times while supervising children.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, a ratio of one child care staff member(s) for ten children was determined to have occurred for the preschool group when the situation in number 15 below occurred:1. A child care staff member stepped out of the room.2.A child care staff member had not arrived at work on time.3.Children were present who were not scheduled to be there.4.A child care staff member was unable to work.5.A child was injured in that group.6.A child arrived in the group before a second staff member was scheduled to arrive with the group.7.Two groups were combined, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group.8.A child was transitioning to the next older age group, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group.9. Ratio was doubled for more than two hours while children were napping.10. Ratio was doubled while children were napping for a group that included at least one infant.11. Ratio was doubled while children were napping and there were not enough staff members in the building to meet staff/child ratio.12. Ratio was doubled in the school age group to allow access to the program, however, the program does not serve only school age children.13. Both child care staff members did not have a working communication device when one staff member left the group to allow access to the school age only program.14. The child care staff member did not return to the group after allowing access to the school age only program.15.Other: A toddler was bumped to the preschool group and the toddler ratio was not followed, as required.Additional child care staff members must be hired or current child care staff members must be rescheduled to maintain compliance. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that a Child Care Staff Member had used the inappropriate techniques in numbers 1 below when managing unacceptable behavior in children:1. Utilize cruel, harsh, unusual, or extreme techniques; 2. Utilize any form of corporal punishment;3. Delegate children to manage or discipline other children;4. Use physical restraints on a child;5. Restrain a child by prone restraint or any means other than holding children for a short period of time, such as in a protective hug, so that the children may regain control;6. Place children in a locked room or confine children in any enclosed area;7. Confine children to equipment such as cribs or highchairs;8. Humiliate, threaten or frighten children; 9. Subject children to profane language or verbal abuse; 10. Make derogatory or sarcastic remarks about children or their families;11. Punish children for failure to eat or sleep or for toileting accidents;12. Withhold any food (including snacks and treats), rest or toilet use;13. Punish an entire group of children due to the unacceptable behavior of one or a few;14. Isolate and restrict children from all activities for an extended period of time. Child Care Staff Members and other employees must always use appropriate guidance and management methods with children. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the administrator had used inappropriate techniques when managing unacceptable behavior in children, in that the prohibited technique(s) in number 12 below were used:1. Utilize cruel, harsh, unusual, or extreme techniques.2. Utilize any form of corporal punishment.3. Delegate children to manage or discipline other children.4. Use physical restraints on a child.5. Restrain children by any means other than holding children for a short period of time, such as in a protective hug, so that the children may regain control.6. Place children in a locked room or confine children in any enclosed area.7. Confine children to equipment such as cribs or highchairs.8. Humiliate, threaten or frighten children.9. Subject children to profane language or verbal abuse.10. Make derogatory or sarcastic remarks about children or their families.11. Punish children for failure to eat or sleep or for toileting accidents.12. Withhold any food (including snacks and treats), rest or toilet use.13. Punish an entire group of children due to the unacceptable behavior of one or a few.14. Isolate and restrict children from all activities for an extended period of time. Child-care staff members and other employees must always use appropriate guidance and management methods with children. Provide staff training. Rule 5180:2-12-03 requires the program to notify parents when a serious risk non-compliance is cited. The notification must inform parents of the serious risk non-compliance and include the Department of Children and Youth website and location of further information regarding the determination. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided to all employees, owners, and administrators and a copy of the written parent notification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that children were not being properly supervised as noted in number 1 below: 1.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member during indoor play (in the Preschool the teacher was in the main classroom area and children were in the half wall area and not visible to the teacher).2.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member during outdoor play.3.Child(ren) were not within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member more than once. 4. Staff were not physically present in the space and near enough to respond and reach the child(ren) immediately. 5.Other: [ ]. Children must be supervised according to rule and within both sight and hearing of a child care staff member at all times. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the administrator, child care staff, and/or employees of the program did not protect or remove children from a situation and/or person determined to be unsafe or inappropriate as noted in number 4 below:1.Verbal argument involving adults. 2.Staff member(s) allowed child(ren) to do something unsafe.3. Staff member(s) did something unsafe.4. Children were exposed to inappropriate conversation and behavior by a staff member.5.Other [ ].While the program did not protect the child(ren) from an unsafe or inappropriate situation and/or person, it was determined the situation would not or did not result in a serious incident or injury to a child. All program employees must take actions to protect children in care. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the equipment in numbers 3 and 10 below had been used for sleeping infants and did not allow the infant to sleep on a firm mattress: 1. Mesh cribs;2. Play pens;3. Bassinet propped on a boppy;4. Cots;5. Car seats;6. Infant swing;7. The floor;8. Infant seats;9. An infant placed in a car seat in a crib; 10. Other: On the floor Infants must be provided with a crib, which meets requirements specified in this rule, for resting and sleeping. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that staff training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that food was served on bare tables for the infant group. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the program had not been inspected by the local fire department or local fire safety inspector and secured documentation of a fire inspection without any uncorrected violations within 12 months from the date of the last fire inspection without any uncorrected violations, as required. The program had requested the new inspection at least 30 days prior to the expiration date of the previous fire inspection. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes an updated fire inspection without any uncorrected violations, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined the fall zone under and around equipment designated for climbing, swinging, balancing and sliding did not meet the requirements as noted in number 6 below:1. The fall surface material had not been properly distributed or raked as needed to retain proper depth under and around equipment.2. A fall zone hazard was present, in that, the [ ] posed a risk of injury if a child were to fall from a piece of equipment.3. The fall zone was less than 3 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.4. The fall zone was less than 6 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 24 months of age and older.5. There was not a fall zone of 3 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.6. There was not a fall zone of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 24 months of age and older (jungle gym dome climber School Age).7. The fall zone was less than 4 1/2 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.8. The fall zone was less than 9 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 24 months of age and older. 9. Other [ ]. The program is required to provide adequate fall zones under and around outdoor play equipment at all times. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined that indoor swings, slides, climbers, and climbing apparatus did not have required shock absorbent protective covering under and around the equipment as noted in number 1 below: 1. A shock absorbent protective covering was not used (soft climber in infant room).2. The mats were not at least one and one-half inches thick for equipment over three feet high.3. The mats were not used according to the manufacturer's guidelines.4. Other [ ]. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, a potentially hazardous substance, which was determined to not present a serious risk to a child, was not used or stored properly as noted in number 9 below: 1. Cosmetics were accessible to children in the [ ] area.2. Disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in the [ ] area.3. Fish food was accessible to children in the [ ] area.4. Hand lotion was accessible to children in the [ ] area.5. Hand sanitizer (for children under 24 months) was accessible to children in the [ ] area.6. Laundry detergent was accessible to children in the [ ] area.7. Powder dish washing soap was accessible to children in the [ ] area.8. Paint cans were accessible to children in the [ ] area.9. White out was accessible to children in the Toddler classroom with teacher supplies.10. Potting Soil was accessible to children in the [ ] area.11. Other potentially hazardous substance [ ] was accessible to children in the [ ] area.12. Cleaning/sanitizing supplies had not been clearly labeled.13. School-age children were using cleaning supplies, agents and/or equipment without adult supervision.14. A spray aerosol was used in the [ ] group while children were in attendance. 15. Other: [ ].Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being as noted in number 1 below: 1. Surge protectors/outlets (extension cords in PreK and school age bathroom) 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. Employee(s) purse(s). 7. Diaper bags.8. Television not securely anchored.9. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 10. Smoke detector needing batteries replaced.11. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing.12. An area rug presented a tripping hazard.13. A floor surface that was unsafe in that [ ].14. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom.15. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom was not sturdy.16. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom posed a safety hazard in that [ ].17. Telephone cords.18. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child.19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following classroom furniture: [ ]. 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:.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
In review of the childrens records, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for caring for at least one child, indicated on the Children Records Review, with a condition that requires a JFS 01236 "Child Medical/Physical Care Plan" as noted in numbers 12, 14, and 30 below: 1. No plan was on file.(Page 1)2. Childs name was missing.3. Name of the condition was missing.4. Indication if medication or medical food is required was missing.5. Signs, symptoms or situations that require staff to take action were missing.6. Activities, foods, environmental conditions to avoid were missing.7. Training instructions for procedures for staff to follow were missing or incomplete.(Page 2)8. Child's name was missing or not attached.9. Child's date of birth was missing or not attached.10. Child's weight was missing or not attached.11. Name of the medication/medical food was missing or not attached.12. Dosage of medication/medical food to be administered was different than the dosage noted in the instructions.13. Time for medication/medical food to be administered was missing or not attached.14. Expiration date for medication/medical food did not match the expiration on the medication itself.15. Symptoms that require staff to administer medication/medical food were missing or not attached.16. Specific instructions to administer the medication/medical food were missing or not attached.17. Actions to be taken if the symptoms do not subside were missing or not attached.18. Physician's signature was missing or not attached.19. The date of the physician's signature was missing or not attached.(Page 3)20. Child's name was missing.21. Instructions regarding emergency evacuation, if applicable, were missing.22. Signature of parent granting permission to implement the plan and verifying training was missing.23. Date of parent signature was missing.24. Certified Professional Trainer information was missing.25. Signature of certified professional who trained the program staff was missing, if parent was not the trainer.26. Date of trainer signature was missing.27. Printed name(s)of child care staff member(s) who have received instructions for care and/or have been trained to perform the procedure were missing.28. Signature(s) of child care staff member(s) who have received instructions for care and/or have been trained to perform the procedure were missing.29. Date of staff signature was missing.30. Administrator/Provider signature was missing31. Date of administrator/Provider was missing.(Page 4)32. Child's name was missing.33. Name of medication or medical food was missing.34. Date the medication/medical food was administered was missing.35. Time medication/medical food was administered was missing.36. Dosage of medication/medical food that was administered was missing.37. Signature of person administering medication/medical food was missing.38. The plan was not followed or implemented.39. The plan was not able to be implemented due to conflicting information.40. None of the child care staff members trained in the procedures on the JFS 01236 were onsite when a child requiring the plan was present. 41. Child care staff members trained in the procedures on the JFS 01236 were not scheduled to be present the entire the time the child requiring the plan was onsite. 42. None of the child care staff members trained in the procedures on the JFS 01236 accompanied the child requiring the plan during a trip. 43. A child care staff member who had not been trained in the procedures on the JFS 01236 performed the procedure. 44. Medication listed in the procedures to follow was not onsite available to administer as instructed and alternate instructions for this situation were not included on the plan.Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed JFS 01236, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined first aid kit(s) at the program had missing, or expired, items that are required by appendix A of this rule to be contained in a first aid kit, as noted in numbers 3 and 6 below:1. The program did not have a first aid kit [onsite, on the vehicle, on a field trip]. 2. One roll of hypoallergenic first-aid tape.3. Individually wrapped sterile gauze squares in assorted sizes (basement kit)4. Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes.5. Tweezers.6. Gauze rolled bandage (basement opened and school age missing).7. Triangular bandage.8. Rounded end scissors.9. Tooth preservation system or fresh chilled liquid milk in which to transport a lost permanent tooth, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where milk is stored if a tooth preservation system is not part of the first aid kit (for programs serving school age children only).10. A working digital thermometer.11. Disposable non-latex gloves.12. A working flashlight.13. An instant cold pack that has not been activated or ice, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where the ice is stored if an instant cold pack is not part of the first aid kit.14. Sealable leak-proof plastic bags in assorted sizes or double bagged plastic bags that can be securely tied for materials soiled with blood or bodily fluids.15. Pocket mask or face shield, appropriate for all ages of children in care, for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) administration.16. Soap or waterless sanitizer (field trip or transporting away from the program only).17. Bottled water (field trip or transporting away from the program only).Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved – Technical Assistance Provided
During the inspection, it was determined the requirements for the JFS 01242 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan for Child Care were not followed as noted in number 7 below:1. The plan was not posted in each classroom.2. The plan was not posted in other spaces used by children. 3. The name, address and telephone number of the program were not complete.4. The location of first aid kit, fire extinguishers and fire alarm system, fire alarm pull stations and electrical circuit box were not complete.5. The telephone number for emergency squad, fire department, hospital, poison control program, public children services agency, local health department, local emergency management agency, and police department were not complete.6. Location of childrens records was not complete.7. Emergency information including any medications or supplies needed in the event of an evacuation was not complete. 8. The current version of the prescribed form was not used.9. The plan was not implemented when necessary in that [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined that the following information was not posted for item number 1, 2 and 3 below:1. Fire alert plan, including a diagram indicating evacuation routes (in infants).2. Weather alert plan was missing details for severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flash flooding, major snowfall, blizzards, ice storms or earthquakes (in all spaces).3. Weather alert plan was missing a diagram indicating evacuation routes (infant room).Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined the programs written disaster plan did not meet the requirement for training child care staff members and employees on the plan annually as noted in number 2 below:1. Child care staff members and employees were not trained annually.2. Written documentation of the training was not kept on file. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined that medication, medical foods and/or topical products did not meet the requirement(s) for administering medication, medical foods, and/or medical products as noted in number 1, 2 and 3 below:1. The medication, medical food, or topical product was no longer needed and had not been removed from the program.2. The medication, medical food, or topical product had expired and had not been removed from the program.3. The prescription label had expired.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined that the method for tracking children in each group did not meet the requirements of the rule as noted in number 1 below:1. There was no method in place (for a school age child who went to another classroom);2. The method did not include each child's name;3. The method did not include each child's date of birth;4. The tracking method did not remain with the group at all times;5. The tracking method was not updated throughout the day as children entered or left the group.Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member did not meet the annual professional development requirement as noted in number 1 below: 1. The child care staff member(s) had not completed at least six hours of professional development.2. Documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule. 3. Training topic did not meet the requirements listed in appendix A of this rule. 4. Documentation of training did not meet the requirements of this rule.5. The substitute(s) had been used more than ninety days annually between July first and June thirtieth and had not completed at least six hours of professional development 6. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that outdoor play equipment was unsafe or not used as intended as noted in number 2 below:1. There was rust exposed.2. There were protruding bolts (on the shade structure base). 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. There was chipped and/or peeling paint.11. The sandbox was not covered when the program was closed or during non-daylight hours. 12. Outdoor equipment, [ ] was not developmentally appropriate.13. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was placed in the main traffic pattern.14. 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.15. Outdoor equipment, [ ], was not securely anchored but did not present a risk of imminent danger of the structure collapsing when children are using the equipment16. 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.17. The manufacturer's guidelines for assembly and installation were not followed for the [ ].18. Functionally linked equipment was used by preschool-age children and the distance between two adjacent pieces of equipment exceeded 12 inches.19. Functionally linked equipment was used by school-age children and the distance between two adjacent pieces of equipment exceeded 18 inches.20. Other [ ]. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the fall zone under and around equipment designated for climbing, swinging, balancing and sliding did not meet the requirements as noted in number 1 below:1. The fall surface material had not been properly distributed or raked as needed to retain proper depth under and around equipment (in front of the slide).2. A fall zone hazard was present, in that, the [ ] posed a risk of injury if a child were to fall from a piece of equipment.3. The fall zone was less than 3 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.4. The fall zone was less than 6 feet from the fence for equipment used by children 24 months of age and older.5. There was not a fall zone of 3 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.6. There was not a fall zone of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment used by children 24 months of age and older.7. The fall zone was less than 4 1/2 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 23 months of age and younger.8. The fall zone was less than 9 feet from each piece of applicable equipment used by children 24 months of age and older. 9. Other [ ]. The program is required to provide adequate fall zones under and around outdoor play equipment at all times. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, equipment was determined to be unsafe, hazardous to children, or in need of repair as noted in number 1 below: 1. Manufacturer's guidelines for the bucket seats were not followed in that four seats were missing seat belts. 2. The straps were missing on the [ ].3. The straps were attached, but were not used on the [ ]. 4. The straps were attached and were used, but were not used in a safe manner.5. The equipment had sharp points or corners.6. The equipment had splinters.7. The equipment had protruding nails.8. The equipment had loose or rusty parts.9. The equipment had paint which contains lead or other poisonous materials.10. The equipment had hazardous features.11. A fan was unstable and could easily tip over. 12. A fan had openings a finger could enter.13. The pipes from the heat pump felt hot to the touch14. A space heater felt hot to the touch15. The position of a space heater was a tripping hazard16. The air conditioning unit was not enclosed and was accessible to children on the playground. 17. A ball pit, trampoline, inflatable bounce house, inflatable slide, or inflatable equipment used for climbing and bouncing was used. 18. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions, as noted in numbers 3, 4, and 9 below, were in the Toddler (downstairs) restroom:1. There was no liquid soap.2. There was no toilet paper.3. There were no paper towels.4. The toilet cleaning brush was accessible to the children.5. The plunger was accessible to the children.6. The toilet(s) were not flushed.7. The trash was not emptied from the day before.8. There was a strong urine odor.9. Other: There was a dirty mop accessible. The restroom(s) must be kept sanitary at all times. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for item number 2 below:1. Monthly fire drills.2. Monthly weather emergency drills (March through September).3. Emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions for feeding the infants noted on the Children Record Review were missing information as noted in number 5 below:1. Written instructions were not on file.2. Type of food and/or formula/breast milk was missing.3. Amount of food and/or formula/breast milk was missing.4. Feeding times or frequency of feedings was missing.5. The written instructions on file had not been updated.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that an infant who was 12 months or older was assigned to a cot without written permission from the parent, as required by this rule. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in number 5 below. 1. The menu was not posted.2. The posted menu was not in a visible place readily accessible to parents.3. The menu was not currently dated.4. The entire menu was substituted.5. At least one item on menu did not match what was served.6. The meal or snack served did not match the posted menu.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that bottles containing formula for a particular infant were not labeled with the childs name and date of preparation. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 3/20/23. The rule requires the program to complete and submit a corrective action plan in OCLQS to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained as noted in numbers 5 and 7 below: 1. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member (including substitutes) had not created a profile.2. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member had not created an employment record for the program on or before their first day of employment. 3. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles within five calendar days of the change.4. The administrator had not assigned at least one employee or child care staff member to the program's organization dashboard. 5. At least one individual's schedule was not current or no schedule was entered.6. At least one individual's position or role did not include an applicable group assignment.7. At least one individual's employment had not been end dated.8. Other: [ ]Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that verification of a high school education was not on file nor verified in the Ohio Professional Registry for Child Care Staff Member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, as required. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the verification of a high school education, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined a completed medical examination statement for the employee(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart was not on file, as required by this rule. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed employee medical statement, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member(s) had not completed the online orientation training as noted in number 1 below:1. Within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member.2. No documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016.3. Completion of the training was not verified in the OPR.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that child care staff member(s) had sole responsibility of children in the Preschool group and neither a preliminary approval nor the JFS 01176 "Program Notification of Background Check Review for Child Care" were on file as required. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the JFS 01176 or a statement that the child care staff member(s) no longer have sole responsibility of children, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member had not completed required health and safety training as noted in number 1, 2 and 3 below:1. Child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was not completed within sixty days of hire.2. First aid training was not completed within ninety days of hire.3. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training was not completed within ninety days of hire.4. The child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was expired.5. The first aid training was expired.6. The CPR training was expired.Refer to the Employee Record Chart for the name(s) of the child care staff member(s) who must complete the required health and safety training(s). Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
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 at least one area of the program or at least one piece of equipment had chipping or peeling paint (walls in the preschool room). Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that food service items used for parent packed lunch were being cleaned but not sanitized after each use as noted in numbers 1, 7 and 9 below: 1. Cups.2. Infant spoons.3. Bowls.4. Silverware.5. Individual containers used for water.6. Sippy cups.7. Plates.8. Dishes.9. Containers.10. Bottles11. Other [ ]. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that equipment and materials in the following categories 4 and 6 were not provided in sufficient quantities for children in the Infant and Older Infant/Young Toddler classrooms, as required by the rule: 1. Art supplies (excludes infants);2. Manipulative materials and equipment;3. Blocks;4. Science-nature equipment (excludes infants) (Older Infant/Young Toddler);5. Language arts and auditory materials and equipment;6. Pretend or dramatic play materials (infants);7. Music equipment;8. Transportation materials and equipment;9. Gross motor equipment;10. Sensory motor equipment.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that at least one crib was not labeled with the child's name, as required by this rule. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
A written, signed and dated JFS 01236 Child Medical/Physical Care Plan for Child Care must be on file for any child having health conditions which require monitoring for symptoms, or a medical procedure be performed, or ongoing administration of medication or medical foods at the program. In review of the childrens records, it was determined that the required written information was either not on file, implemented or followed, for at least one child indicated on the Children Records Review, as noted in number 1, 8 13,18 19, and 27 below:1. No plan was on file.2. Childs name was missing.3. Childs date of birth was missing.4. Name of the condition was missing.5. Indication if medication is required was missing.6. Symptoms to watch for were missing.7. Directions for when should the medication or medical food be administered were missing.8. Instructions for administration were missing.9. Conditions that trigger the need for medication or medical foods were missing.10. Expected results of the medication or medical food were missing.11. Actions to be taken if the symptoms do not subside were missing.12. Activities, foods, environmental conditions to avoid were missing.13. Training instructions were missing.14. Directions for action to be taken if expected result of medication or medical food does not occur were missing.15. Instructions regarding emergency evacuation, if applicable, were missing.16. Dated signature of parent was missing.17. Dated signature of certified professional who trained the program staff was missing, if parent was not the trainer.18. Printed name(s)/Dated signature(s) of child care staff member(s) trained to perform the procedure were missing.19. Dated signature(s) of administrator was missing.20. Name of any applicable medication was missing.21. Date medication was administered was missing.22. Time medication was administered was missing. 23. Dosage administered was missing.24. Signature of staff member who administered the medication was missing.25. Medication listed in the procedures to follow was not onsite available to administer as instructed and alternate instructions for this situation were not included on the plan.26. The plan was not implemented.27. The plan was not able to be implemented due to conflicting information (there was not a prescription label on the medication, insulin, and the program did not have written doctor's instructions for the medication).28. The plan was not followed.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed JFS 01236, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of 25% of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in numbers 1, 2 and 8 below: 1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth 4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination 5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed. 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care 7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child 8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year 9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule 10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the childs parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions 11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of 25% 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 numbers 4, 6, 10, 11, 15 and 16 below. 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: The parent's signature was not dated Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined first aid kit(s) at the program had missing, or expired, items that are required by appendix A of this rule to be contained in a first aid kit, as noted in number 6 below:1. The program did not have a first aid kit [onsite, on the vehicle, on a field trip]. 2. One roll of hypoallergenic first-aid tape.3. Individually wrapped sterile gauze squares in assorted sizes.4. Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes.5. Tweezers.6. Gauze rolled bandage.7. Triangular bandage.8. Rounded end scissors.9. Tooth preservation system or fresh chilled liquid milk in which to transport a lost permanent tooth, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where milk is stored if a tooth preservation system is not part of the first aid kit (for programs serving school age children only).10. A working digital thermometer.11. Disposable non-latex gloves.12. A working flashlight.13. An instant cold pack that has not been activated or ice, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where the ice is stored if an instant cold pack is not part of the first aid kit.14. Sealable leak-proof plastic bags in assorted sizes or double bagged plastic bags that can be securely tied for materials soiled with blood or bodily fluids.15. Pocket mask or face shield, appropriate for all ages of children in care, for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) administration.16. Soap or waterless sanitizer (field trip or transporting away from the program only).17. Bottled water (field trip or transporting away from the program only).Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that the following information was not posted for item number 1 below:1. Fire alert plan, including a diagram indicating evacuation routes (the diagram in the School Age building was for the main building and did not include evacuation routes; the diagrams in the rest of the classrooms did not include evacuation routes).2. Weather alert plan was missing details for [ ].3. Weather alert plan was missing a diagram indicating evacuation routes.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that a copy of the daily program schedule was not posted in the School Age classroom/building as required. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, a ratio of 1 child care staff member for 11 children was determined to have occurred for the older Infant/Young Toddler group when the situation in number 15 below occurred ; and a ratio of 1 child care staff member for 9 children was determined to have occurred for the Toddler group when the situation in number 15 below occurred:1. A child care staff member stepped out of the room.2.A child care staff member had not arrived at work on time.3.Children were present who were not scheduled to be there.4.A child care staff member was unable to work.5.A child was injured in that group.6.A child arrived in the group before a second staff member was scheduled to arrive with the group.7.Two groups were combined, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group.8.A child was transitioning to the next older age group, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group.9. Ratio was doubled for more than two hours while children were napping.10. Ratio was doubled while children were napping for a group that included at least one infant.11. Ratio was doubled while children were napping and there were not enough staff members in the building to meet staff/child ratio.12. Ratio was doubled in the school age group to allow access to the program, however, the program does not serve only school age children.13. Both child care staff members did not have a working communication device when one staff member left the group to allow access to the school age only program.14. The child care staff member did not return to the group after allowing access to the school age only program.15.Other: A child care staff member left the room to go on lunch break.Additional child care staff members must be hired or current child care staff members must be rescheduled to maintain compliance. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member(s) had not completed the online orientation training as noted in numbers 1 and 2 below:1. Within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member.2. No documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016.3. Completion of the training was not verified in the OPR.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that verification of a high school education was not on file nor verified in the Ohio Professional Registry for Child Care Staff Member(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart, as required. Submit the program's corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the verification of a high school education, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that individual(s) had engaged in assigned duties or were near children and preliminary approval from ODJFS was not on file as required. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the approval is now on file or the individual(s) are no longer engaged in assigned duties and are not near children, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
In review of the staff records, it was determined that background checks were not requested for the person(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart as noted in number 1 below:1. Submitting the request for a background check for child care in the OPR.2. Submitting fingerprints electronically according to the process established by BCI.Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the JFS 01176, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined that the administrator did not have scheduled hours of availability to meet with parents, or the hours of availability were not posted in a noticeable location. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that documentation was incomplete for the career-technical or CDA program high school student(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the documentation for the vocational student, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
In review of the staff records, it was determined a completed medical examination statement for the employee(s) listed on the Employee Record Chart was not on file, as required by this rule. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed employee medical statement, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained as noted in numbers 5. 7 and 8 below: 1. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member (including substitutes) had not created a profile.2. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member had not created an employment record for the program on or before their first day of employment. 3. At least one administrator, employee or child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles within five calendar days of the change.4. The administrator had not assigned at least one employee or child care staff member to the program's organization dashboard. 5. At least one individual's schedule was not current.6. At least one individual's position or role did not include an applicable group assignment.7. At least one individual's employment had not been end dated.8. Other: At least one individual had been assigned to the program but was not yet employed with the program. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the program had not been inspected by the local fire department or local fire safety inspector and secured documentation of a fire inspection without any uncorrected violations within 12 months from the date of the last fire inspection without any uncorrected violations, as required. The program had requested the new inspection at least 30 days prior to the expiration date of the previous fire inspection. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes an updated fire inspection without any uncorrected violations, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Closed - Not Addressed
During the inspection, it was determined the current licensing rules were not available or available in a noticeable area on the premises. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member had not completed required health and safety training as noted in numbers 1, 2, and 3 below:1. Child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was not completed within sixty days of hire.2. First aid training was not completed within ninety days of hire.3. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training was not completed within ninety days of hire.4. The child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention training was expired.5. The first aid training was expired.6. The CPR training was expired.Refer to the Employee Record Chart for the name(s) of the child care staff member(s) who must complete the required health and safety training(s). Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored in the Toddler and Preschool classrooms where children had access to it, as noted in number 2 below. 1. Bleach. 2. Cleaning agent (floor cleaner stored under the sink in Toddlers where the child lock was broken allowing access; cleaning/sanitizing spray in reach in the Preschool room as gate was left open to the food service area and cleaning supplies were present). 3. Fish tank chemicals. 4. Gasoline. 5. Pesticide. 6. Poison, including insect/rodent poison. 7. Flammable substance. 8. Windshield washer fluid. 9. Aerosol cans. 10. A lawn mower. 11. A weed trimmer. 12. Hedge trimmers. 13. A snow blower. 14. Other potentially hazardous substance, equipment or machinery: [ ].Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance or item is no longer accessible to children and/or children will not be outside when machinery is in use and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of 25% of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in numbers 1, 2, and 10 below: 1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth 4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination 5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed. 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care 7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child 8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year 9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule 10. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the childs parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions (parent's signature on child medical form) 11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
In review of 25% 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 9 and 14 below. 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 programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined first aid kit(s) at the program had missing, or expired, items that are required by appendix A of this rule to be contained in a first aid kit, as noted in number 7 below:1. The program did not have a first aid kit [onsite, on the vehicle, on a field trip]. 2. One roll of hypoallergenic first-aid tape.3. Individually wrapped sterile gauze squares in assorted sizes.4. Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes.5. Tweezers.6. Gauze rolled bandage.7. Triangular bandage.8. Rounded end scissors.9. Tooth preservation system or fresh chilled liquid milk in which to transport a lost permanent tooth, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where milk is stored if a tooth preservation system is not part of the first aid kit (for programs serving school age children only).10. A working digital thermometer.11. Disposable non-latex gloves.12. A working flashlight.13. An instant cold pack that has not been activated or ice, including a written reference indicating location of the refrigerator/freezer where the ice is stored if an instant cold pack is not part of the first aid kit.14. Sealable leak-proof plastic bags in assorted sizes or double bagged plastic bags that can be securely tied for materials soiled with blood or bodily fluids.15. Pocket mask or face shield, appropriate for all ages of children in care, for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) administration.16. Soap or waterless sanitizer (field trip or transporting away from the program only).17. Bottled water (field trip or transporting away from the program only).Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined the requirements for the JFS 01242 Medical, Dental, and General Emergency Plan for Child Care were not followed as noted in numbers 1 and 2 below:1. The plan was not posted in each classroom (infants, older infants and preschool)2. The plan was not posted in other spaces used by children (PreK learning area). 3. The name, address and telephone number of the program were not complete.4. The location of first aid kit, fire extinguishers and fire alarm system, fire alarm pull stations and electrical circuit box were not complete.5. The telephone number for emergency squad, fire department, hospital, poison control program, public children services agency, local health department, local emergency management agency, and police department were not complete.6. Location of childrens records was not complete.7. Emergency information including any medications or supplies needed in the event of an evacuation was not complete. 8. The current version of the prescribed form was not used.9. The plan was not implemented when necessary in that [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that equipment and materials in the following categories 1, 4, and 10 were not provided in sufficient quantities for children in the older infant (ages 12 months-30 months) classroom, as required by the rule: 1. Art supplies;2. Manipulative materials and equipment;3. Blocks;4. Science-nature equipment;5. Language arts and auditory materials and equipment;6. Pretend or dramatic play materials;7. Music equipment;8. Transportation materials and equipment;9. Gross motor equipment;10. Sensory motor equipment.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that a copy of the daily program schedule was not posted in the Infant, older infant, preschool and school age classrooms and in the Pre-K area as required.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that at least one crib was not labeled with the child's name, as required by this rule. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
During the inspection, it was determined that a crib, assigned to a child, was used for storage. Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.
Resolution: Compliance Status: Approved
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INFANT (FAMILY HOME)
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INFANT (CENTER)
$960.7/mo
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$757.75/mo
PRESCHOOL (FAMILY HOME)
$671.15/mo
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LITTLE AVENGERS ACADEMY, LLC's safety grade?
LITTLE AVENGERS ACADEMY, LLC has a safety grade of F (Poor) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 4.1 out of 100.
How many violations does LITTLE AVENGERS ACADEMY, LLC have?
LITTLE AVENGERS ACADEMY, LLC has 103 total violations on record, including 30 critical, 14 serious, and 59 minor.
When was LITTLE AVENGERS ACADEMY, LLC last inspected?
LITTLE AVENGERS ACADEMY, LLC was last inspected on July 9, 2025.