The Learning Ladder Child Care Center of Johnson City, INC.
The Learning Ladder Child Care Center of Johnson City, INC.
License/Registration ID: 792476
801 Valley Plaza Johnson City, NY 13790
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Inspection ID:
2024-I-SRO-110860
Date:
12/04/2024
Inspection Type:
Monitoring
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
418-1.3 Building and Equipment
Accurate floor plan
418-1.3(a)(1)
Y
Exit stairways are enclosed with fire-resistant walls, doors and doorframes that are consistent with applicable codes
418-1.3(o)
Y
For infants, 35 sq. ft. per child plus space for a crib for each child included in the capacity of the room
418-1.3(q)(1)
Y
No peeling or damaged paint or plaster
418-1.3(h)
Y
No stackable cribs
418-1.3(f)
Y
No toxic paints or finishes
418-1.3(g)
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
Evacuation drill records show that exit routes were varied
418-1.4(b)(2)
Y
Evacuation drills conducted monthly
418-1.4(b)(1)
Y
Evacuation drills recorded monthly
418-1.4(b)(4)
Y
Monthly fire and safety inspections performed and documented by director or designee
418-1.4(h)
Y
418-1.5 Safety
Emergency evacuation diagram is posted in every room used for child care
418-1.5(b)(2)
Y
Handbags, backpacks, plastic bags, small objects are inaccessible
418-1.5(aa)
Y
Knives and hot cooking equipment out of reach of children
418-1.5(a)
Y
No portable heating equipment, electric or fuel-fired, is in use or accessible
418-1.5(c)
Y
Poisonous, toxic, flammable and dangerous items are inaccessible to children
418-1.5(v)
Y
Postings of emergency telephone numbers
418-1.5(m)(2)
Y
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Suitable precautions are taken to eliminate all safety and health hazards
418-1.5(a)
N
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
418-1.5(a)(1)(i)
Y
418-1.6 Transportation
All drivers and vehicles meet DOT & DMV requirements
418-1.6(g)
N/A
Daily transportation schedule posted.
418-1.6(l)
N/A
Drivers must be 18 years of age and hold a current valid license for the type of vehicle used
418-1.6(h)
N/A
Written parental consent for each child for transportation provided or arranged by program
418-1.6(a)
Y
418-1.7 Program Requirements
Awake infants less than 6 months are placed on stomach/back/side for short supervised periods
418-1.7(a)(2)
Y
Cribs, mats, cots are located at least two feet apart from each other
418-1.7(r)(7)
Y
Infants are put to sleep on their backs unless medical documentation provided
418-1.7(p)
Y
Infants must not be exposed to television and other electronic visual media
418-1.7(z)
Y
No more than 1 person may occupy a cot, crib, bed or mat
418-1.7(v)
Y
Sleeping and napping arrangements are made in writing between the parent and the program
418-1.7(o)
Y
418-1.8 Supervision of Children
Children released unsupervised only with written permission and under acceptable circumstances
418-1.8(p)(2)
Y
*
Competent supervision is maintained at all times
418-1.8(a)
Y
No one under age 18 is left in sole charge of children at any time
418-1.11(c)(2)(vii)(a)
Y
*
Number of staff is appropriate for number of children present
418-1.8(j)
Y
Program requires visitors to sign in upon entry
418-1.8(q)(1)(i)
Y
Visitor policy
418-1.8(q)(2)
Y
418-1.11 Health and Infection Control
Children wash or are assisted in washing their hands as required
418-1.11(i)(2)
Y
Extensive cleaning done while children are not present
418-1.11(i)(11)
Y
Individual drinking cups or disposable cups must be provided daily; drinking cups and utensils must be washed before use by another child
418-1.11(i)(14)
Y
Medication administration error reported to childs parent immediately and the Office within 24 hours
418-1.11(f)(10)
Y
Medication administration log completed documenting time & dosage
418-1.11(f)(9)(i)
Y
Medication administration log completed noting any observed side effects
418-1.11(f)(9)(ii)
Y
Medication administration log completed noting why medication not administered as prescribed
418-1.11(f)(9)(iii)
Y
Medication administration only with MAT training, appropriate NYS license
418-1.11(e)(1)
Y
Medication administration only with written instructions for each medication for children 18 months of age and older
418-1.11(f)(7)(iii)
Y
Medication not given without health care provider/prescriber information if parental instructions differ from packaging
418-1.11(f)(7)(iv)
Y
Parental consent for emergency medical treatment
418-1.11(h)(1)(i)
Y
Potty chairs are emptied and rinsed in accordance with regulations
418-1.11(i)(18)(viii)
Y
418-1.12 Nutrition
Parent agreement in writing allowing staff to prepare infant formula
418-1.12(x)
Y
Parent agreement in writing specifying Infant feeding schedule
418-1.12(w)
Y
418-1.13 Staff Qualifications
All applicants for employment and volunteers have provided a history of employment and experience
418-1.13(b)(1)
Y
Background checks are conducted for all staff and volunteers as specified in regulation
418-1.13(b)
Y
Office has been informed of any staff/volunteer disclosing a criminal conviction
418-1.13(c)
Y
418-1.14 Training
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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
Director and any new staff complete 15 hours of training within the first 6 months
418-1.14(c)(1)
Y
Director, Staff and Volunteers with substantial contact with children complete minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years
418-1.14(c)
Y
Director, Staff and Volunteers with substantial contact with children complete training in required topics
418-1.14(d)
Y
Each identified staff and volunteer completed Federal Health and Safety training within required timeframes
418-1.14(b)
Y
Each identified staff supervising children alone completed Federal Health and Safety training.
418-1.14(b)
Y
First Aid & CPR certificates must be appropriate to the ages of the children in care
418-1.14(l)
Y
418-1.15 Management and Administration
A description of program activities is available for review
418-1.15(c)(9)
Y
Attendance records are current and accurate
418-1.15(c)(5)
N
Building code certification
418-1.15(c)(33)
Y
CACFP approval letter, if participating
418-1.15(c)(26)(ii)
Y
Certificate of Occupancy (SED)
418-1.15(d)
Y
Certification regarding environmental hazards, including radon and lead
418-1.15(c)(30)
Y
Children's daily records of illness, injury, indicators of abuse
418-1.15(c)(6)
Y
Children's health and immunization records, including permission for emergency treatment
418-1.15(c)(6)
Y
Children's names, addresses, emergency contact information on file
418-1.15(c)(3)
Y
Description of food service arrangements if meals not prepared at program location
418-1.15(c)(26)(iii)
Y
Documentation on file that fire alarm systems are maintained, tested and inspected in accordance with state or other applicable codes
418-1.15(c)(31)
Y
Documentation that fire suppression equipment and system are in compliance with Code is on file
418-1.15(c)(32)
Y
Fire and police notified of hours of operation and number of children in care
418-1.15(b)(17)(i)
Y
Four weeks approved menus are on file when food provided on site
418-1.15(c)(26)(i)
Y
Health care plan - approved
418-1.15(c)(2)
Y
Health statements for each staff member and volunteer
418-1.15(c)(7)
Y
Inspection by Health Department
418-1.15(c)(22)
Y
Names and contact information for people allowed to pick up child
418-1.15(c)(4)
Y
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Numbers and ages of children present are within licensed or registered capacity
418-1.15(a)(4)
Y
Posting of Regional Office address and phone number
418-1.15(b)(22)(iii)
Y
Posting of license, restrictions, limitations, and waivers is required
418-1.15(a)(2)
Y
Posting of names, phone numbers, addresses of persons with legal authority for operation of program
418-1.15(b)(22)(ii)
Y
Posting of regulations
418-1.15(b)(22)(i)
Y
Proof of insurance on file
418-1.15(c)(28)
Y
Resumes, SCR results, conviction statements, references completed for all staff
418-1.15(c)(11)
Y
Submission of fraudulent or altered documents is prohibited
418-1.15(b)(5)
Y
The program must maintain on file a current daily schedule of staff and volunteer arrival and departure times
418-1.15(c)(12)
Y
Written procedures for ensuring the safety of a child after report of abuse or maltreatment is filed
418-1.15(c)(23)
Y
Summary of Violations
Date Cited
Regulation
Regulation Description
Compliance Status
Corrected on- Site?
12/04/2024
418-1.4(f)(2)
All corridors, aisles, and approaches to exits must be kept unobstructed at all times.
Corrected
N
12/04/2024
418-1.5(a)
Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.
Corrected
N
12/04/2024
418-1.5(y)
Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.
Corrected
Y
12/04/2024
418-1.15(c)(5)
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: daily attendance records, which must be filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;
Corrected
Y
Date Cited
12/04/2024
Regulation
418-1.4(f)(2)
Regulation Description
All corridors, aisles, and approaches to exits must be kept unobstructed at all times.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
12/04/2024
Regulation
418-1.5(a)
Regulation Description
Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
12/04/2024
Regulation
418-1.5(y)
Regulation Description
Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
Y
Date Cited
12/04/2024
Regulation
418-1.15(c)(5)
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: daily attendance records, which must be filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
Y
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: Syracuse Regional Office
Phone: (315) 423-1202