Inspiring Hearts Learning Academy

“During the inspection, it was determined that a change of administrator had been made and the owner or administrator had failed to provide notification of this change to the Department and/or submit qualifications for the was new administrator within 60 days. A license is only valid for the licensee, administrator, address and license capacity designated on the license. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“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 (corner of infant play space - close to entrance door). Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the playground did not have adequate fall surface under and around equipment as noted in number 1 below: 1. No fall surface - small swing/slide playset over turf carpet. 2. Adequate fall surface to soften the impact of a fall 3. Adequate fall surface to soften the impact of a fall that extended the length of the required fall zone 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 program’s 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.”

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

“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 innumber 5 below: 1. There was no method in place; 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. Especially when children were moved into another group. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“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 6 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). - bottom shelf of unlocked cabinet- young toddler 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 child’s temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards. 22. Other [ ]. 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.”

“During the inspection, equipment was determined to be unsafe, hazardous to children, or in need of repair as noted in number(s) [ ] below: 1. Manufacturer's guidelines for the [ ] were not followed in that [ ]. 2. The straps were missing on the [_ ]. 3. The straps were attached, but were not used onthe [ ]. 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. folded cart in young toddler area 12. A fan had openings a finger could enter. 13. The pipes from the heat pump felt hot to the touch 14. A space heater felt hot to the touch 15. The position of a space heater was a tripping hazard 16. 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 program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that handwashing requirements were not followed as listed in number 7 below, as required in rule. 1. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands upon arrival for the day. 2. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands prior to departure. 3. At least one staff did not wash their hands upon entry into a classroom. 4. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after toileting or assisting a child with toileting. 5. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after each diaper change or pull-up change. 6. At least one staff did not wash their hands after contact with bodily fluids or cleaning up spills or objects contaminated with bodily fluids. 7. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after contact with bodily fluids. - after wiping a nose 8. At least one child did not wash their hands after returning inside after outdoor play. 9. At least one staff did not wash their hands after cleaning or sanitizing or using any chemical products. 10. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands after handling pets, pet cages or other pet objects that have come in contact with the pet. 11. At least one staff did not wash their hands before eating, serving or preparing food or bottles or feeding a child. 12. At least one child did not wash their hands before eating or assisting with food preparation. 13. At least one staff did not wash their hands before and after completing a medical procedure or administering medication. 14. At least one child did not wash their hands after water activities. 15. At least one staff/child did not wash their hands when visibly soiled (must use soap and water). 16. Other [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the following information was not posted for item number(s) 1 & 3. below: 1. Fire alert plan, including a diagram indicating evacuation routes. - Toddler 2 2. Weather alert plan was missing details for [ ]. 3. Weather alert plan was missing a diagram indicating evacuation routes. -Toddler 2 Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“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 1 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. A. 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 children’s 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 program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that a copy of the daily program schedule was not posted in the toddler 2 area as required. 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.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the toddler group was served meatballs and round sliced fruit, which posed a choking hazard. 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.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that breast milk provided by the parent was not stored appropriately as noted in number 1 below: 1. Not labeled with infant's name, date pumped, and date bottle was prepared; 2. Not immediately refrigerated or frozen; 3. Stored at room temperature longer than eight hours; 4. Stored at the program for more than five days after it was expressed; 5. Stored longer than two weeks in the freezer compartment of the refrigerator; 6. Stored longer than six months in the refrigerator/freezer; 7. Stored longer than twelve months in the deep freezer; 8. Other [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“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 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 program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the education verification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“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& 6a-d 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 employee’s 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 program’s 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.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not obtain signed written permission from the parent for all topical products and lotions on site or prior to administering topical products and lotions, other than hand sanitizer to be used by children older than twenty-four months and lip balm. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”