Alternatives for Children
Alternatives for Children
License/Registration ID: 707153
600 South Service Road Dix Hills, NY 11746
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Inspection ID:
2024-I-LIRO-007958
Date:
02/26/2024
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
*
Posting of Compliance History Document
413.3(g)(3)(i)
Y
418-1.3 Building and Equipment
At least one working toilet per 15 children
418-1.3(l)(2)
Y
Exit signs and emergency lights function as designed
418-1.3(o)
Y
Fire pumps are properly maintained.
418-1.3(o)
Y
Hood exhaust systems
418-1.3(o)(2)
Y
No peeling or damaged paint or plaster
418-1.3(h)
Y
Water supply & sewage facilities are adequate
418-1.3(n)
Y
418-1.4 Fire Protection
*
Adequate means of egress must be provided, and children are only cared for on floors with accessible alternate means of egress
418-1.4(f)
Y
418-1.5 Safety
Firearms are prohibited at the child care program, except where exempted by law and regulation
418-1.5(x)
Y
Furniture, play equipment and other materials are sturdy, free of sharp edges and corners
418-1.5(n)(1)
Y
High chairs must have a sturdy and steady base and be used only for children who can sit up independently
418-1.5(ab)(1)
Y
Outlets covered on all unused, accessible outlets and surge protectors
418-1.5(y)
Y
Poisonous, toxic, flammable and dangerous items are inaccessible to children
418-1.5(v)
Y
Radiators & pipes have adequate protection to prevent injury when heating system in use
418-1.5(d)
Y
Second floor windows that are accessible to children have barriers or locking devices to prevent falls
418-1.5(q)
Y
*
Suitable precautions are taken to eliminate all safety and health hazards
418-1.5(a)
Y
Working carbon monoxide alarm(s)
418-1.5(t)
Y
418-1.7 Program Requirements
Climbing and large motor apparatus available either inside or outside
418-1.7(y)
Y
Opportunities for learning and self-expression in small and large groups is provided
418-1.7(g)
Y
Sufficient quantity and variety of age-appropriate materials & equipment are available
418-1.7(c)
N/A
Toddlers have durable books available
418-1.7(c)
N/A
Toddlers have large motor and fine motor activities available
418-1.7(a)(1)
Y
418-1.8 Supervision of Children
*
Competent supervision is maintained at all times
418-1.8(a)
Y
*
Number of staff is appropriate for number of children present
418-1.8(j)
Y
418-1.11 Health and Infection Control
Parental consent for emergency medical treatment
418-1.11(h)(1)(i)
Y
Portable first aid kit, stocked and inaccessible to children
418-1.11(h)(2)
Y
418-1.14 Training
A minimum of five (5) hours of Office-approved training must be obtained each year which addresses topics or subject matters set forth in 418-1.14(d).
418-1.14(c)(2)
N/O
*
At least one staff member certified in First Aid and CPR is present at all times children are in care
418-1.14(k)
Y
Each identified staff and volunteer completed Federal Health and Safety training within required timeframes
418-1.14(b)
N/O
Each identified staff supervising children alone completed Federal Health and Safety training.
418-1.14(b)
Y
418-1.15 Management and Administration
*
Numbers and ages of children present are within licensed or registered capacity
418-1.15(a)(4)
Y
This program is located in a public school and, therefore, the program may not be responsible for correcting the listed violations.
Summary of Violations
Date Cited
Regulation
Regulation Description
Compliance Status
Corrected on- Site?
02/26/2024
418-1.12(z)
All containers or bottles of, breast milk, formula or other individualized food items must be clearly marked with the child's complete name.
Corrected
N
02/26/2024
418-1.15(c)(6)
The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: 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 child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;
Corrected
N
Date Cited
02/26/2024
Regulation
418-1.12(z)
Regulation Description
All containers or bottles of, breast milk, formula or other individualized food items must be clearly marked with the child's complete name.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
02/26/2024
Regulation
418-1.15(c)(6)
Regulation Description
The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: 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 child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;
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: Long Island Regional Office
Phone: (631) 240-2560