This Checklist reflects a partial list of the regulatory requirements based on the inspection performed. Additional violations may have been cited that are not included in the inspection checklist.
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Inspection ID:
2023-I-SRO-000379
Date:
09/14/2023
Inspection Type:
Annual Unannounced
Inspection Result:
Violations found
Compliance Status:
Y-Compliant, N-Noncompliant, N/O-Not Observed, N/A-Not Applicable, P/V-Prior Violation
Reg
Compliance Status
413.3 Enforcement of Regulations
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Posting of Compliance History Document
413.3(g)(3)(i)
Y
417.2 Procedures for Applying for and Renewing a Registration
Premises and surrounding area have been observed to be free of environmental hazards including radon, if applicable
417.2(a)(13)
Y
Site meets the definition and requirements of a personal residence
417.2(a)(14)
Y
417.3 Building and Equipment
Access to outdoor space which is adequate for active play. If public play area, then travel plan is approved
417.3(k)
Y
Accurate & Approved Floor Plan
417.3(a)
Y
Address number is clearly displayed and visible from the street.
417.3(p)
Y
Adequate light in sleeping rooms for supervision and safe egress
417.3(c)
Y
Age appropriate cribs, mats, cots are provided
417.3(e)
Y
Bathroom available not more than one floor away
417.3(l)
Y
Concrete floors are covered with appropriate material
417.3(i)
Y
Cribs must be in compliance with CPSC
417.3(f)
Y
Diagram of home shows bathroom on 2nd floor as child care space and shows both approved means of egress
417.3(a)
N/A
Hot & cold running water and sewage facilities adequate & accessible at all times
417.3(n)
Y
Lighting and ventilation appropriate
417.3(b)
Y
No peeling or damaged paint or plaster inside and outside the home
417.3(h)
Y
No toxic paints or finishes
417.3(g)
Y
Space for a variety of activities and adequate for the number of children in care
417.3(j)
Y
Temperature at least 68 degrees
417.3(d)
Y
Toilets and potty chairs located apart from cooking, playing, sleeping and eating areas
417.3(m)
Y
417.4 Fire Protection
Extinguishers are appropriate type, in working condition, in the kitchen and outside furnace area
417.4(f)
Y
Monthly evacuation drills recorded on approved form & available for review
417.4(b)(4)
Y
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Paths of egress, both interior and exterior are free of obstructions and debris including ice/snow
417.4(h)(4)
Y
Smoke detectors operating on each floor including those not used for childcare
417.4(c)
N
Trash and combustibles are not stored in outdoor areas accessible to children
417.4(i)
Y
Trash and combustibles not stored within 4 feet of heating equipment
417.4(i)
Y
417.5 Safety
All ammunition is secured in a safe storage depository
417.5(x)(1)
Y
All cleaning materials must be used and stored such that they will not present a hazard
417.5(k)
N
All potentially hazardous substances and items are stored where children cannot access
417.5(j)
Y
All required vaccines for pets are current
417.5(l)(3)
N/A
Emergency evacuation diagram must be posted
417.5(b)(2)
Y
Firearms, shotguns and rifles are unloaded, with trigger lock, or secured in a safe storage depository
417.5(x)(2)
Y
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No pools/ponds/water hazards located on or adjacent to the program property; or if present, barriers exist to prevent access
417.5(f)(1)
Y
Notice given in approved format to Office & parents of the presence of firearms, shotguns or rifles
417.5(x)(5)
Y
Operable flashlight or battery powered lantern maintained for use in power failure
417.5(r)
Y
Outlets covered on all unused, accessible outlets and surge protectors
417.5(i)
Y
Poisonous, toxic, flammable and dangerous items are inaccessible to children
417.5(j)
Y
Porches, walkways, decks, ramps and stairs kept clear of ice and snow
417.5(a)
Y
Posting of 911 and Poison Control number 1-800-222-1222
417.5(m)(5)
Y
Shelter in place drills have been conducted and recorded as required
417.5(b)(5)
Y
The program must take suitable precautions to prevent serious injury of a child while in care at the program or being transported by the program
417.5(a)(1)(i)
Y
Two shelter in place drills are held annually
417.5(b)(4)
Y
Variety of supplies, food, water and first aid sufficient for sheltering in place overnight
417.5(b)(7)
Y
Window glass less than 32" above floor & accessible to children is safety grade/has adequate barrier
417.5(p)
N/A
Working carbon monoxide alarm on lowest level with a designated napping area
417.5(v)
Y
417.7 Program Requirements
A daily schedule has been established which includes daily physical activity
417.7(a)
Y
Appropriate hygiene practices in use
417.7(c)
Y
Awake infants less than 6 months are placed on stomach/back/side for short supervised periods
417.7(b)
Y
Children must be allowed freedom of movement.
417.7(f)
Y
Children must be provided opportunity to choose between quiet and active play.
417.7(g)
Y
Children must have daily outdoor play
417.7(h)
Y
Children who choose not to nap cannot be confined to a cot, crib, bed or mat
417.7(t)
Y
Designated napping area is arranged so children will not be stepped on
417.7(o)(4)
Y
Designated napping area is arranged so egress will not be blocked
417.7(o)(5)
Y
Designated napping area is arranged to permit caregivers to move freely and safely
417.7(o)(6)
Y
Designated napping area is draft free
417.7(o)(3)
Y
Designated napping area is in approved day care space
417.7(o)(1)
Y
Individual, sanitary bed coverings are available as needed
417.7(p)
Y
Infants are not confined more than 30 minutes in crib (unless sleeping)
417.7(i)
Y
Infants are put to sleep on their backs unless medical documentation provided
417.7(m)
Y
Mats & cots must be stored such that sleeping surfaces do not touch.
417.7(r)
Y
No more than 1 person may occupy a cot, crib, bed or mat
417.7(s)
Y
Sleeping and napping arrangements are made in writing between the parent and the program
417.7(l)
Y
Sleeping areas for infants do not have bumper pads, toys, pillows, heavy blankets, etc. unless medically approved
417.7(n)
Y
Sufficient quantity and variety of materials and play equipment
417.7(e)
Y
Television and other electronic visual media must be turned off when not part of the program plan
417.7(v)
Y
417.8 Supervision of Children
All visitors have logged date & time of arrival
417.8(p)(1)(ii)
Y
All visitors have logged purpose of visit to program
417.8(p)(1)(iii)
Y
All visitors have logged time of departure from program
417.8(p)(1)(iv)
Y
All visitors have signed in upon arrival at program
417.8(p)(1)(i)
Y
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Approved provider is the primary caregiver
417.8(e)
Y
Children able to toilet independently may use bathroom on another floor w/o direct supervision
417.8(b)(4)
Y
Children are released only to approved individuals
417.8(o)(1)
Y
*
Competent supervision is maintained at all times with exceptions only as specified in regulation
417.8(a)
Y
*
One caregiver observed for either 6 children not yet in school or 8 when at least 2 are school age
417.8(j)(1)
Y
*
One caregiver present for every 2 children under 2 years in attendance
417.8(j)(2)
Y
Visitor control procedures are in place & followed
417.8(p)(2)
Y
417.9 Behavior Management
Children are not isolated
417.9(f)
Y
Children may only be disciplined by an approved caregiver
417.9(l)
Y
Corporal punishment is prohibited
417.9(j)
Y
Food, rest or sleep are not used for disciplinary purposes
417.9(k)
Y
Frightening, demeaning or humiliating techniques are not used
417.9(m)
Y
Physical intervention is permitted only as an immediate response to prevent serious injury
417.9(i)
Y
Physical restraint is prohibited
417.9(h)
Y
Separating children from group is in accordance with regulation
417.9(g)
Y
Written behavior management plan provided to caregivers, staff and parents
417.9(c)
Y
417.10 Child Abuse and Maltreatment
Caregiver must report suspected acts of abuse or maltreatment to the appropriate authority.
417.10(b)
Y
Children are not abused or maltreated and no acts of abuse or maltreatment are tolerated
417.10(a)
Y
417.11 Health and Infection Control
Adequate supply of diapers available
417.11(i)(11)
Y
All caregivers have knowledge of & access to childrens medical records & all emergency information
417.11(b)(12)
Y
All rooms and surfaces are clean, sanitized and disinfected using an EPA registered product
417.11(i)(21)
N
Bathrooms kept clean with accessible toilet paper, soap and towels
417.11(i)(14)
Y
Bathrooms stocked with paper or individual cloth towels
417.11(i)(19)
Y
Caregiver(s) and staff wash their hands as required
417.11(i)(1)
Y
Children in night care shall have a routine that encourages good personal hygiene practices
417.11(i)(5)
N/A
Children must be adequately cleaned after diaper changes
417.11(i)(3)
Y
Children wash or are assisted in washing their hands as required
417.11(i)(2)
Y
Childrens immunizations are current
417.11(a)(3)
Y
Diapering area disinfected after each use
417.11(i)(10)
Y
Diapering area near sink not used for food prep
417.11(i)(10)
Y
Diapers are immediately and properly disposed of
417.11(i)(12)
Y
Dishes and utensils washed with hot water after use
417.11(i)(30)
Y
Emergency health care for children obtained as necessary
417.11(h)(1)
Y
Equipment used by children is cleaned when soiled or at least weekly
417.11(i)(24)
Y
Garbage cans covered and cleaned
417.11(i)(27)
Y
Health care plan on-site and followed by caregiver(s) and staff
417.11(c)(1)
Y
Health checks of each child conducted daily and recorded as described in health care plan
417.11(c)(2)(i)
Y
Home and premises are free of vermin
417.11(i)(23)
Y
Individual, sanitary bed coverings must be cleaned as specified
417.11(i)(31)
Y
Medication administration only with MAT training or appropriate NYS license
417.11(e)(1)
Y
No dampness, odors or accumulated trash on premises
417.11(i)(22)
Y
Portable first aid kit, stocked and inaccessible to children
417.11(h)(2)
Y
Potty chairs are emptied and rinsed in accordance with regulations
417.11(i)(16)
Y
Sharing personal hygiene items is prohibited
417.11(i)(20)
Y
Sleeping and napping equipment is cleaned weekly or before use by another child
417.11(i)(31)
Y
Thermometers and toys washed and disinfected as appropriate
417.11(i)(28)
Y
Toileting equipment appropriate to training level of children is provided
417.11(i)(15)
Y
417.12 Nutrition
Allergies, medical, personal, religious accommodations addressed in menus
417.12(g)
Y
Bottles are not propped during feeding
417.12(z)
Y
Caregiver must not hold infant while removing bottle or food from warming device
417.12(v)
Y
Children age 2 and over are served 1 percent fat or less milk
417.12(ae)
Y
Children encouraged to feed themselves and use table manners
417.12(i)
Y
Children in care for more than 4 hours per day receive at least 1 nutritious meal
417.12(b)
Y
Children must not be placed in crib with bottle, food or drink
417.12(ab)
Y
Children not forced or bribed to eat, food not used as punishment or reward
417.12(ac)
Y
Devices used to warm milk or food for infants must not exceed 120 degrees
417.12(u)
Y
Disposable cups and plates and plastic eating utensils discarded after use
417.12(m)
Y
Infant food and drink are not heated in the microwave
417.12(s)
Y
Infants 6 months and younger are held while fed bottle
417.12(y)
Y
Infants and toddlers held or placed in appropriate seat for feeding
417.12(aa)
Y
Parent agreement in writing allowing caregiver to prepare infant formula
417.12(o)
Y
Parent agreement in writing specifying infant feeding schedule and instructions
417.12(n)
Y
Perishable food, formula and milk are refrigerated at correct temperature
417.12(k)
Y
Portion sizes suitable, seconds available
417.12(h)
Y
Program may only provide water, fluid milk or 100 percent juice
417.12(ad)
Y
Safe drinking water available
417.12(l)
Y
Sufficient and nutritious meals and snacks are available
417.12(a)
Y
Sufficient time allotted for eating
417.12(j)
Y
Unused portions of bottles or containers used for spoon feeding discarded
417.12(r)
Y
417.14 Training
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A caregiver certified in First Aid and CPR is present at all times children are in care
417.14(m)
Y
A minimum of five (5) hours of Office approved training must be obtained each year which addresses topics or subject matters set forth in 417.14(f).
417.14(c)(2)
Y
Each identified staff and volunteer completed Federal Health and Safety training within required timeframes
417.14(b)
Y
First Aid & CPR certificates must be appropriate to the ages of the children in care
417.14(n)
Y
Prior to becoming a Provider, the individual completed Federal Health and Safety training
417.14(b)
Y
Provider & assistant must complete 30 hours in all topics every 2 years
417.14(f)
Y
Provider completed Federal Health and Safety training within required timeframes
417.14(b)
Y
417.15 Management and Administration
Children's health records and immunizations are current
417.15(c)(6)
Y
Childrens daily records of illness, injury, indicators of abuse
417.15(c)(6)
Y
Childrens health and immunization records, including permission for emergency treatment
417.15(c)(6)
Y
Childrens names, addresses, emergency contact information on file
417.15(c)(3)
Y
Daily attendance records are filled out with arrival and departure times
417.15(c)(5)
Y
Daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of all caregivers, employees & volunteers
417.15(c)(13)
Y
Daily schedule or list of program activities available for review
417.15(c)(9)
Y
Documentation of training sessions attended
417.15(c)(14)
Y
Evacuation and shelter in place drills documented and kept on file
417.15(c)(1)
Y
Fire & Police notification completed within 5 days of registration
417.15(b)(18)
Y
Fire police notified of hours of operation and number of children in care
417.15(c)(16)
Y
Health care plan approved and on file
417.15(c)(2)
Y
Health statements for each caregiver
417.15(c)(7)
Y
Health statements for each household member
417.15(c)(8)
Y
Individual children must be cared for less than 24 hours a day.
417.15(b)(1)
Y
Inspection for environmental hazards including radon and lead if required
417.15(c)(17)
Y
License, waivers, limitations and restrictions posted
417.15(a)(2)
Y
Names and contact information for people allowed to pick up child
417.15(c)(4)
Y
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Numbers and ages of children present are within licensed or registered capacity
417.15(a)(9)
Y
*
Office notified of any change to the home or program
417.15(b)(12)
Y
Only approved caregivers have unsupervised contact with the day care children
417.15(b)(20)
Y
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Program operating within the definition of child day care
417.15(a)(1)(i)
Y
Proof of compliance with training requirements
417.15(b)(25)(iii)
Y
Regulations are available and accessible at the program
417.15(b)(13)
Y
Summary of Violations
Date Cited
Regulation
Regulation Description
Compliance Status
Corrected on- Site?
09/14/2023
417.4(c)
There must be an operational smoke detector on each floor of the home.
Corrected
Y
09/14/2023
417.5(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
Y
09/14/2023
417.11(i)(21)
All rooms, equipment, surfaces, supplies and furnishings accessible to children must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected, using an EPA registered product, as needed to protect the health of children, and in a manner consistent with the program's health care plan approved by the Office.
Corrected
N
Date Cited
09/14/2023
Regulation
417.4(c)
Regulation Description
There must be an operational smoke detector on each floor of the home.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
Y
Date Cited
09/14/2023
Regulation
417.5(k)
Regulation Description
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.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
Y
Date Cited
09/14/2023
Regulation
417.11(i)(21)
Regulation Description
All rooms, equipment, surfaces, supplies and furnishings accessible to children must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected, using an EPA registered product, as needed to protect the health of children, and in a manner consistent with the program's health care plan approved by the Office.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
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:
For additional information on this program and compliance history, contact:
Office: St. Lawrence Child Care Council
Phone: (315) 393-6474