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Program Name: Boyd, Alice License/Registration ID: 399261

Program Overview

Contact Name: Alice L. Boyd

Contact Title: On-Site Provider

Program Type: Group Family Day Care

Status: Closed: Revoked & Denied <

Apr 2, 2021 <

School District: Westbury

Site Address:
Westbury, NY 11590

First Licensed/Registration Date: Sep 1, 2009
Current Registration Period: Sep 1, 2015 - Aug 31, 2019

Phone: (516) 334-3448
Fax: (516) 280-2358

Total Capacity:	12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children
	(there must be one caregiver for every two children under the age of two years in attendance)

Care available during non-traditional hours: Yes

Removed from referral list: Yes

For additional information on this program and compliance history, contact

Office: Long Island Regional Office
Phone: (631) 240-2560

For additional details and to view the checklist used during an inspection, please click on the Inspection ID links below. Inspection checklists are generated per inspection type and reason. Also note, that any regulatory requirement can be assessed and cited during an inspection and as a result, may not be reflected on the inspection checklist. These items would be reflected in the program's compliance history that is posted.

Inspection History: (Inspections in the past 24 months)

Date

Inspection Type

Inspection ID

Inspection Result

Mar 24, 2021

Monitoring - Enforcement

2021-I-LIRO-021896

Violations Found

Regulation	Description	Compliance Status
416.8(a)	Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.	Corrected
416.8(d)	Only approved caregivers may be left unsupervised with day care children.	Corrected
416.11(c)(1)	The Licensee must prepare a health care plan on forms furnished by the Office. Such plan must protect and promote the health of children. The health care plan must be on site, followed by all caregivers and available upon demand by a parent or the Office. In those instances in which the program will administer medications, the health care plan must also be approved by the program's health care consultant unless the only medications to be administered are:	Corrected
416.15(a)(1)(iii)	Each group family day care home must operate in compliance with all emergency health guidance promulgated by the Department of Health in the interest of public health during a designated public health emergency. Provided that, during a designated public health emergency, any relevant emergency directives from the executive chamber or from the Department of Health shall supersede regulations of the Office in the case of any conflict.	Corrected
416.15(c)(5)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;	Corrected
416.15(c)(13)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;	Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

Monitoring - Enforcement

2021-I-LIRO-020454

Violations Found

Regulation	Description	Compliance Status
416.3(a)(1)	Child care can only be provided in the areas of the group family day care home that have been included in the diagram and approved as child care space.	Corrected
416.3(e)	A firm clean crib, cot, bed or washable padded mat of age-appropriate size and construction must be provided for all children requiring a rest period.	Corrected
416.5(i)	Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.	Corrected
416.5(k)	Cleaning materials must be stored in their original containers unless the product's use or the program's health care plan indicates that the product be mixed with water before use. In this case, the container used for subsequent use of the mixed product must state the name of the cleaning material contained within. Cleaning materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.	Corrected
416.7(a)	The program must establish and implement a daily schedule of program activities that offers reasonable regularity in routines, including snack and meal periods, nap and rest periods, indoor activities, outdoor play time and a variety of large muscle activities throughout the day. There must be physical activity, appropriate to the ages of the children in care, every day.	Corrected
416.7(l)	Other than for school age children, sleeping and napping arrangements must be made in writing between the parent and the program. Such arrangements shall include: the area of the home where the child will nap; whether the child will nap on a cot, mat, bed or a crib; and how the napping child will be supervised, consistent with the requirements of section 416.8 of this Part.	Corrected
416.7(u)	If television or other electronic visual media is used, it must be part of a planned developmentally appropriate program with an educational, social, physical or other learning objective that includes identified goals and objectives. Television and other electronic visual media must not be used solely to occupy time.	Corrected
416.8(a)	Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.	Corrected
416.8(d)	Only approved caregivers may be left unsupervised with day care children.	Corrected
416.11(a)(1)	No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.	Corrected
416.11(c)(1)	The Licensee must prepare a health care plan on forms furnished by the Office. Such plan must protect and promote the health of children. The health care plan must be on site, followed by all caregivers and available upon demand by a parent or the Office. In those instances in which the program will administer medications, the health care plan must also be approved by the program's health care consultant unless the only medications to be administered are:	Corrected
416.12(q)	If more than one child in the program is receiving breast milk, infant formula or other individualized food items, all containers or bottles must be clearly marked with the child's first and last name.	Corrected
416.12(ab)	Children may not be placed in a crib with a bottle, food or drink.	Corrected
416.15(a)(1)(iii)	Each group family day care home must operate in compliance with all emergency health guidance promulgated by the Department of Health in the interest of public health during a designated public health emergency. Provided that, during a designated public health emergency, any relevant emergency directives from the executive chamber or from the Department of Health shall supersede regulations of the Office in the case of any conflict.	Corrected
416.15(b)(24)	Child day care programs must keep all records relevant to the current licensing period, and the immediately preceding licensing period.	Corrected
416.15(c)(1)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection a copy of the evacuation plan, evacuation drills, and shelter-in-place drills conducted, on forms furnished by the Office or approved equivalents, as required in sections 416.4 and 416.5 of this Part;	Corrected
416.15(c)(5)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;	Corrected
416.15(c)(13)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;	Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

Monitoring - Enforcement

2021-I-LIRO-020475

Violations Found

Regulation	Description	Compliance Status
416.2(e)	Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.	Corrected
416.3(a)(1)	Child care can only be provided in the areas of the group family day care home that have been included in the diagram and approved as child care space.	Corrected
416.3(e)	A firm clean crib, cot, bed or washable padded mat of age-appropriate size and construction must be provided for all children requiring a rest period.	Corrected
416.5(a)	Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.	Corrected
416.5(j)	All matches, lighters, medicines, drugs, detergents, aerosol cans and other poisonous or toxic materials must be stored in their original containers, and must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.	Corrected
416.5(k)	Cleaning materials must be stored in their original containers unless the product's use or the program's health care plan indicates that the product be mixed with water before use. In this case, the container used for subsequent use of the mixed product must state the name of the cleaning material contained within. Cleaning materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.	Corrected
416.5(t)	The following items must be used and stored in such a manner that they are not accessible to children: handbags, backpacks or briefcases belonging to adults; plastic bags; and toys and objects small enough for children to swallow.	Corrected
416.7(l)	Other than for school age children, sleeping and napping arrangements must be made in writing between the parent and the program. Such arrangements shall include: the area of the home where the child will nap; whether the child will nap on a cot, mat, bed or a crib; and how the napping child will be supervised, consistent with the requirements of section 416.8 of this Part.	Corrected
416.7(r)	Sleeping surfaces, including bedding, which is the removable and washable portion of the sleeping environment, must not come in contact with the sleeping surfaces of another child's rest equipment during storage. Mats and cots must be stored so that the sleeping surfaces do not touch when stacked.	Corrected
416.7(u)	If television or other electronic visual media is used, it must be part of a planned developmentally appropriate program with an educational, social, physical or other learning objective that includes identified goals and objectives. Television and other electronic visual media must not be used solely to occupy time.	Corrected
416.8(a)	Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.	Corrected
416.8(d)	Only approved caregivers may be left unsupervised with day care children.	Corrected
416.8(j)(1)	One caregiver may care for a maximum of six children younger than school age, or eight children when at least two of the eight children are school aged.	Corrected
416.8(j)(2)	Two caregivers must be present when more than six children, none of whom are school age, are in care.	Corrected
416.11(a)(1)	No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.	Corrected
416.12(a)	The group family day care program must provide sufficient and nutritious snacks to children.	Corrected
416.14(m)	All child care programs must have at least one caregiver who holds a valid certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid on the premises of the child care program during the program's operating hours.	Corrected
416.15(a)(1)(iii)	Each group family day care home must operate in compliance with all emergency health guidance promulgated by the Department of Health in the interest of public health during a designated public health emergency. Provided that, during a designated public health emergency, any relevant emergency directives from the executive chamber or from the Department of Health shall supersede regulations of the Office in the case of any conflict.	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(i)	In hiring caregivers subsequent to issuance of a license, a program: must notify the Office immediately in writing when there is any change of caregivers;	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)	In hiring caregivers subsequent to issuance of a license, a program: must submit to the Office, prior to the start date the name of any new caregiver and the supporting documentation needed to complete the approval process, including:	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(a)	the forms necessary for the Office to inquire whether the applicant is the subject of an indicated report of child abuse or maltreatment on file with the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment,	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(b)	the forms necessary to check the register of substantiated category one cases of abuse or neglect maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of Persons with Special Needs pursuant to Section 495 of the Social Services Law,	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(c)	fingerprint images necessary for the Office to conduct a criminal history review,	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(d)	a sworn statement indicating whether, to the best of the applicant's knowledge, he or she has ever been convicted of a	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(e)	two acceptable references;	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(iii)	In hiring caregivers subsequent to issuance of a license, a program: must ensure that a medical statement has been submitted before the person has any involvement with children in care, as required in section 416.11 of this Part;	Corrected
416.15(b)(20)	No person other than a caregiver may have unsupervised contact with a child in care at the program.	Corrected
416.15(b)(24)	Child day care programs must keep all records relevant to the current licensing period, and the immediately preceding licensing period.	Corrected
416.15(c)(1)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection a copy of the evacuation plan, evacuation drills, and shelter-in-place drills conducted, on forms furnished by the Office or approved equivalents, as required in sections 416.4 and 416.5 of this Part;	Corrected
416.15(c)(3)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection the name, address, gender, and date of birth of each child and each child's parents names, addresses, telephone numbers and place(s) at which parents or other persons responsible for the child can be reached in case of an emergency;	Corrected
416.15(c)(6)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;	Corrected
416.15(c)(13)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;	Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

Complaint

2021-I-LIRO-020086

Violations Found

Regulation	Description	Compliance Status
416.3(a)(1)	Child care can only be provided in the areas of the group family day care home that have been included in the diagram and approved as child care space.	Corrected
416.5(i)	Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.	Corrected
416.5(j)	All matches, lighters, medicines, drugs, detergents, aerosol cans and other poisonous or toxic materials must be stored in their original containers, and must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.	Corrected
416.5(t)	The following items must be used and stored in such a manner that they are not accessible to children: handbags, backpacks or briefcases belonging to adults; plastic bags; and toys and objects small enough for children to swallow.	Corrected
416.7(u)	If television or other electronic visual media is used, it must be part of a planned developmentally appropriate program with an educational, social, physical or other learning objective that includes identified goals and objectives. Television and other electronic visual media must not be used solely to occupy time.	Corrected
416.8(a)	Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.	Corrected
416.8(d)	Only approved caregivers may be left unsupervised with day care children.	Corrected
416.9(a)	The group family day care licensee must establish and follow a written plan for behavior management that is acceptable to the Office. This plan must include how the program will approach challenging behaviors, help children solve problems, and encourage acceptable behaviors.	Corrected
416.9(b)	The caregivers must use acceptable techniques and approaches to help children solve problems.	Corrected
416.9(d)	Discipline must promote positive self-esteem in children and guide children in such a way as to help each child develop self-control and assume responsibility for his or her actions through clear and consistent rules and limits appropriate to the ages and development of the children in care.	Corrected
416.9(m)	Methods of discipline, interaction or toilet training which frighten, demean or humiliate a child are prohibited.	Corrected
416.11(c)(1)	The Licensee must prepare a health care plan on forms furnished by the Office. Such plan must protect and promote the health of children. The health care plan must be on site, followed by all caregivers and available upon demand by a parent or the Office. In those instances in which the program will administer medications, the health care plan must also be approved by the program's health care consultant unless the only medications to be administered are:	Corrected
416.11(f)(17)	Medications must be kept in a clean area that is inaccessible to children.	Corrected
416.12(a)	The group family day care program must provide sufficient and nutritious snacks to children.	Corrected
416.12(q)	If more than one child in the program is receiving breast milk, infant formula or other individualized food items, all containers or bottles must be clearly marked with the child's first and last name.	Corrected
416.13(a)(3)	The provider, assistant(s), and substitutes must each meet the following qualifications: be capable of providing, and agree to provide, safe and suitable care to children which is supportive of the children's physical, intellectual, emotional and social well-being;	Corrected
416.15(a)(1)(iii)	Each group family day care home must operate in compliance with all emergency health guidance promulgated by the Department of Health in the interest of public health during a designated public health emergency. Provided that, during a designated public health emergency, any relevant emergency directives from the executive chamber or from the Department of Health shall supersede regulations of the Office in the case of any conflict.	Corrected
416.15(b)(4)	The caregivers, employees, volunteers and all members of the household must be in good health and be of good character and habits.	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)	In hiring caregivers subsequent to issuance of a license, a program: must submit to the Office, prior to the start date the name of any new caregiver and the supporting documentation needed to complete the approval process, including:	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(a)	the forms necessary for the Office to inquire whether the applicant is the subject of an indicated report of child abuse or maltreatment on file with the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment,	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(b)	the forms necessary to check the register of substantiated category one cases of abuse or neglect maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of Persons with Special Needs pursuant to Section 495 of the Social Services Law,	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(c)	fingerprint images necessary for the Office to conduct a criminal history review,	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(d)	a sworn statement indicating whether, to the best of the applicant's knowledge, he or she has ever been convicted of a	Corrected
416.15(b)(11)(ii)(e)	two acceptable references;	Corrected
416.15(b)(20)	No person other than a caregiver may have unsupervised contact with a child in care at the program.	Corrected
416.15(c)(13)	The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;	Corrected

Feb 19, 2020

Other

2020-I-LIRO-022399

No violations cited for this Inspection

Inspection Conducted Off-Site

Sep 30, 2019

Documentation Review

2019-I-LIRO-056940

Violations Found

Inspection Conducted Off-Site

Sep 30, 2019

Documentation Review

2019-I-LIRO-056938

Violations Found

Inspection Conducted Off-Site

Aug 21, 2019

Application - Renewal

2019-I-LIRO-021138

Violations Found

Regulation	Description	Compliance Status
416.4(i)	Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room, or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the home that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children. If there is not a separate, enclosed furnace room, trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored within four feet of the furnace	Corrected
416.7(j)	Children may not sleep or nap in car seats, baby swings, strollers, infant seats or bouncy seats. Should a child fall asleep in one of these devices, he or she must be moved to a crib/cot or other approved sleeping surface	Corrected
416.7(l)	Other than for school age children, sleeping and napping arrangements must be made in writing between the parent and the program. Such arrangements shall include: the area of the home where the child will nap; whether the child will nap on a cot, mat, bed or a crib; and how the napping child will be supervised, consistent with the requirements of section 416.8 of this Part.	Corrected
416.11(a)(1)	Other than children who are enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade, no child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child day care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.	Corrected
416.11(c)(2)(i)	Health care plan must describe how a daily health check of each child for any indication of illness, injury, abuse or maltreatment will be conducted and documented	Corrected
416.11(i)(27)	Garbage receptacles must be covered, and cleaned as needed after emptying	Corrected
416.12(n)	The program must obtain a written statement, from the parent of each infant in care, setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.	Corrected
416.15(c)(5)	Maintain on file the daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times	Corrected

Jul 30, 2019

Fire Safety - Monitor

2019-I-LIRO-039742

No violations cited for this Inspection

Additional Inspection History

*Inspections may be conducted outside of program operating hours and/or off-site(where inspector was not on premises where care is provided) for the following reasons:
-Record/File Review
-Interviewing of Staff
-Or Other Investigative Reasons

Compliance History


Date of Last Inspection: Mar 24, 2021	Currently uncorrected violations: None

Date

Regulation

Description

Compliance Status as of last inspection

Mar 24, 2021

416.8(a)

Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Corrected

Mar 24, 2021

416.8(d)

Only approved caregivers may be left unsupervised with day care children.

Corrected

Mar 24, 2021

416.11(c)(1)

The Licensee must prepare a health care plan on forms furnished by the Office. Such plan must protect and promote the health of children. The health care plan must be on site, followed by all caregivers and available upon demand by a parent or the Office. In those instances in which the program will administer medications, the health care plan must also be approved by the program's health care consultant unless the only medications to be administered are:

Corrected

Mar 24, 2021

416.15(a)(1)(iii)

Each group family day care home must operate in compliance with all emergency health guidance promulgated by the Department of Health in the interest of public health during a designated public health emergency. Provided that, during a designated public health emergency, any relevant emergency directives from the executive chamber or from the Department of Health shall supersede regulations of the Office in the case of any conflict.

Corrected

Mar 24, 2021

416.15(c)(5)

The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;

Corrected

Mar 24, 2021

416.15(c)(13)

The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.3(a)(1)

Child care can only be provided in the areas of the group family day care home that have been included in the diagram and approved as child care space.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.3(e)

A firm clean crib, cot, bed or washable padded mat of age-appropriate size and construction must be provided for all children requiring a rest period.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.5(i)

Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.5(k)

Cleaning materials must be stored in their original containers unless the product's use or the program's health care plan indicates that the product be mixed with water before use. In this case, the container used for subsequent use of the mixed product must state the name of the cleaning material contained within. Cleaning materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.7(a)

The program must establish and implement a daily schedule of program activities that offers reasonable regularity in routines, including snack and meal periods, nap and rest periods, indoor activities, outdoor play time and a variety of large muscle activities throughout the day. There must be physical activity, appropriate to the ages of the children in care, every day.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.7(l)

Other than for school age children, sleeping and napping arrangements must be made in writing between the parent and the program. Such arrangements shall include: the area of the home where the child will nap; whether the child will nap on a cot, mat, bed or a crib; and how the napping child will be supervised, consistent with the requirements of section 416.8 of this Part.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.7(u)

If television or other electronic visual media is used, it must be part of a planned developmentally appropriate program with an educational, social, physical or other learning objective that includes identified goals and objectives. Television and other electronic visual media must not be used solely to occupy time.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.8(a)

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.8(d)

Only approved caregivers may be left unsupervised with day care children.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.11(a)(1)

No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.11(c)(1)

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.12(q)

If more than one child in the program is receiving breast milk, infant formula or other individualized food items, all containers or bottles must be clearly marked with the child's first and last name.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.12(ab)

Children may not be placed in a crib with a bottle, food or drink.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.15(a)(1)(iii)

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.15(b)(24)

Child day care programs must keep all records relevant to the current licensing period, and the immediately preceding licensing period.

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.15(c)(1)

The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection a copy of the evacuation plan, evacuation drills, and shelter-in-place drills conducted, on forms furnished by the Office or approved equivalents, as required in sections 416.4 and 416.5 of this Part;

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.15(c)(5)

Corrected

Feb 23, 2021

416.15(c)(13)

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.2(e)

Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.3(a)(1)

Child care can only be provided in the areas of the group family day care home that have been included in the diagram and approved as child care space.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.3(e)

A firm clean crib, cot, bed or washable padded mat of age-appropriate size and construction must be provided for all children requiring a rest period.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.5(a)

Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.5(j)

All matches, lighters, medicines, drugs, detergents, aerosol cans and other poisonous or toxic materials must be stored in their original containers, and must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.5(k)

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.5(t)

The following items must be used and stored in such a manner that they are not accessible to children: handbags, backpacks or briefcases belonging to adults; plastic bags; and toys and objects small enough for children to swallow.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.7(l)

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.7(r)

Sleeping surfaces, including bedding, which is the removable and washable portion of the sleeping environment, must not come in contact with the sleeping surfaces of another child's rest equipment during storage. Mats and cots must be stored so that the sleeping surfaces do not touch when stacked.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.7(u)

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.8(a)

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.8(d)

Only approved caregivers may be left unsupervised with day care children.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.8(j)(1)

One caregiver may care for a maximum of six children younger than school age, or eight children when at least two of the eight children are school aged.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.8(j)(2)

Two caregivers must be present when more than six children, none of whom are school age, are in care.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.11(a)(1)

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.12(a)

The group family day care program must provide sufficient and nutritious snacks to children.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.14(m)

All child care programs must have at least one caregiver who holds a valid certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid on the premises of the child care program during the program's operating hours.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(a)(1)(iii)

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(i)

In hiring caregivers subsequent to issuance of a license, a program: must notify the Office immediately in writing when there is any change of caregivers;

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)

In hiring caregivers subsequent to issuance of a license, a program: must submit to the Office, prior to the start date the name of any new caregiver and the supporting documentation needed to complete the approval process, including:

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(a)

the forms necessary for the Office to inquire whether the applicant is the subject of an indicated report of child abuse or maltreatment on file with the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment,

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(b)

the forms necessary to check the register of substantiated category one cases of abuse or neglect maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of Persons with Special Needs pursuant to Section 495 of the Social Services Law,

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(c)

fingerprint images necessary for the Office to conduct a criminal history review,

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(d)

a sworn statement indicating whether, to the best of the applicant's knowledge, he or she has ever been convicted of a

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(e)

two acceptable references;

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(iii)

In hiring caregivers subsequent to issuance of a license, a program: must ensure that a medical statement has been submitted before the person has any involvement with children in care, as required in section 416.11 of this Part;

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(20)

No person other than a caregiver may have unsupervised contact with a child in care at the program.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(b)(24)

Child day care programs must keep all records relevant to the current licensing period, and the immediately preceding licensing period.

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(c)(1)

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(c)(3)

The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection the name, address, gender, and date of birth of each child and each child's parents names, addresses, telephone numbers and place(s) at which parents or other persons responsible for the child can be reached in case of an emergency;

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(c)(6)

The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Corrected

Jan 8, 2021

416.15(c)(13)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.3(a)(1)

Child care can only be provided in the areas of the group family day care home that have been included in the diagram and approved as child care space.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.5(i)

Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.5(j)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.5(t)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.7(u)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.8(a)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.8(d)

Only approved caregivers may be left unsupervised with day care children.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.9(a)

The group family day care licensee must establish and follow a written plan for behavior management that is acceptable to the Office. This plan must include how the program will approach challenging behaviors, help children solve problems, and encourage acceptable behaviors.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.9(b)

The caregivers must use acceptable techniques and approaches to help children solve problems.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.9(d)

Discipline must promote positive self-esteem in children and guide children in such a way as to help each child develop self-control and assume responsibility for his or her actions through clear and consistent rules and limits appropriate to the ages and development of the children in care.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.9(m)

Methods of discipline, interaction or toilet training which frighten, demean or humiliate a child are prohibited.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.11(c)(1)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.11(f)(17)

Medications must be kept in a clean area that is inaccessible to children.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.12(a)

The group family day care program must provide sufficient and nutritious snacks to children.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.12(q)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.13(a)(3)

The provider, assistant(s), and substitutes must each meet the following qualifications: be capable of providing, and agree to provide, safe and suitable care to children which is supportive of the children's physical, intellectual, emotional and social well-being;

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(a)(1)(iii)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(b)(4)

The caregivers, employees, volunteers and all members of the household must be in good health and be of good character and habits.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(a)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(b)

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(c)

fingerprint images necessary for the Office to conduct a criminal history review,

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(d)

a sworn statement indicating whether, to the best of the applicant's knowledge, he or she has ever been convicted of a

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(e)

two acceptable references;

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(b)(20)

No person other than a caregiver may have unsupervised contact with a child in care at the program.

Corrected

Jan 7, 2021

416.15(c)(13)

Corrected

Sep 30, 2019

416.14(c)

Each employee and volunteer must complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training every two years. The required 30 hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions:

Corrected

Sep 30, 2019

416.14(c)

Each employee and volunteer must complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training every two years. The required 30 hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions:

Corrected

Sep 30, 2019

416.14(f)

Training must address all topics or subject matters required by state and federal law. The required state topics are:

Corrected

Aug 21, 2019

416.4(i)

Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room, or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the home that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children. If there is not a separate, enclosed furnace room, trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored within four feet of the furnace

Corrected

Aug 21, 2019

416.7(j)

Children may not sleep or nap in car seats, baby swings, strollers, infant seats or bouncy seats. Should a child fall asleep in one of these devices, he or she must be moved to a crib/cot or other approved sleeping surface

Corrected

Aug 21, 2019

416.7(l)

Corrected

Aug 21, 2019

416.11(a)(1)

Other than children who are enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade, no child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child day care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Corrected

Aug 21, 2019

416.11(c)(2)(i)

Health care plan must describe how a daily health check of each child for any indication of illness, injury, abuse or maltreatment will be conducted and documented

Corrected

Aug 21, 2019

416.11(i)(27)

Garbage receptacles must be covered, and cleaned as needed after emptying

Corrected

Aug 21, 2019

416.12(n)

The program must obtain a written statement, from the parent of each infant in care, setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

Corrected

Aug 21, 2019

416.15(c)(5)

Maintain on file the daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times

Corrected

*Violations are posted on this web site after the inspection results have been finalized in a report mailed to the provider. Violations are listed here as 'Corrected' after the Office has verified corrections with the provider, and a letter confirming the corrections has been mailed to the provider.

For additional information on this program and compliance history, contact

Office: Long Island Regional Office
Phone: (631) 240-2560

Enforcement History

The New York State Office of Children and Family Services uses a range of tools to help bring child care programs into compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

The enforcement actions listed on this website only include denial, revocation or suspension of a child care program's license or registration. Fines are not shown on this website. OCFS stops referring families to the program if a program's license or registration is closed, revoked or suspended.

Other enforcement actions such as Corrective action plans and fines are not shown on this website.

Enforcement Actions since April, 2016: Yes