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Inspection history
Source: Ohio Department of Children and YouthRecords held from Sep 12, 2023 onward. Earlier visits may exist in the agency’s own files.
Ohio publishes its inspection findings only as scanned report images. The findings shown here were transcribed from those scans; the archived original report linked on each visit is the authoritative record. Findings the inspector handled as technical assistance are not violations and are not listed.
| Date | Kind | Outcome as recorded | Violations | Official record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2026 | Prelicense | Partially Compliant · Non-Compliance - Fully Addressed | 10 | Official report · PDF |
Violations
Text reproduced verbatim · Ohio Department of Children and YouthNearly every licensed provider accumulates some. A missing signature and an unlocked medicine cabinet are both “violations”, and they are not the same thing. Look at the class, the pattern over time and how quickly it was corrected — not the count alone.
Class is our grouping of the state’s own weights, reviewed per state. The agency’s own label is always shown beside it.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth publishes these findings only as a scanned report. The text below was transcribed from that scan — the archived original is authoritative.
“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. The following was observed: The request for a background check for child care was not submitted in the OPR. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the DCY 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.”
“In review of the staff records, it was determined that a resident of the home turned 18 years of age moved into the Home and background checks were not requested within 10 business days. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the resident's DCY 01176, 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. The following was observed: Outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers (living room); Junk drawer in kitchen had hazardous items accessible to children; Chipping or peeling paint (bathroom). 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, it was determined the water temperature was 136 degrees Fahrenheit in the following room: childcare bathroom. This temperature exceeds the requirement of remaining below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that the environment, furniture, materials, and/or equipment were not kept in a sanitary condition at all times. The following was observed: Kitchen, living room and bathroom walls were not cleaned weekly or when soiled. The home shall be cleaned daily. 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 posted weather and fire alert plan did not meet the requirements in rule. The following was observed: Instructions needed to safely evacuate were not included. (missing primary and secondary meeting places on all diagrams posted) Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that equipment and materials were not provided in sufficient quantities for children, as required. The following was observed: Science-nature equipment (excludes infants) was missing; School age children were not provided with sufficient equipment and materials in at least five of the first nine categories Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”
“During the inspection, it was determined that sheets, mattresses and/or mattress covers did not meet the rule requirement. The following was observed: At least one playpen did not have a sheet.. 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 provider did not update the Ohio statewide licensing system. The following was observed: An individual staying in the home for more than ten consecutive calendar days. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with this rule.”
“On the day of the inspection, the program’s written policies and procedures provided to the parents/guardians and employees was missing item(s). The following was observed as missing: Days and hours of operation; Care of children without immunizations; Summary of procedures taken in the event of an emergency, serious illness or injury. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”