Family Services of Westchester
Family Services of Westchester
License/Registration ID: 897658
17 Spring Street Port Chester, NY 10573
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Inspection ID:
2024-I-YRO-107656
Date:
11/14/2024
Inspection Type:
Fire Safety - TA
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
418-1.3 Building and Equipment
Accurate floor plan
418-1.3(a)(1)
Y
Adequate light for supervision and safe egress
418-1.3(b)
Y
Adequate light, heat, and ventilation
418-1.3(b)
Y
All established fire lanes are unobstructed
418-1.3(o)
Y
Approval obtained prior to changes, additions, expansions to child care area
418-1.3(a)(2)
Y
Buildings, systems, and equipment are in good repair and operational
418-1.3(o)(2)
Y
Exit signs and emergency lights function as designed
418-1.3(o)
Y
Fire department sprinkler system connections are identified and accessible.
418-1.3(o)
Y
Hot and cold running water available and accessible at all times
418-1.3(n)
Y
Minimum of 35 sq. ft. per child, calculated excluding areas specified in regulation
418-1.3(q)(4)
Y
NYS Fire and Building Code compliance
418-1.3(o)
N/O
No peeling or damaged paint or plaster
418-1.3(h)
Y
No toxic paints or finishes
418-1.3(g)
Y
Two sinks are required in rooms serving infants (licensed after 6-1-15)
418-1.3(l)(5)
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
Decorations cover acceptable percentage of wall space
418-1.4(a)
Y
Electrical cords, appliances, etc. are in good condition
418-1.4(a)
Y
Eliminate fire hazards
418-1.4(a)
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
Extinguishers are appropriate type, in designated locations and easily accessible
418-1.4(c)
Y
*
Means of egress are remote from each other
418-1.4(f)(1)
Y
Wiring and equipment are not an obvious fire hazard
418-1.4(a)
Y
418-1.5 Safety
Adequate barriers to unsafe areas
418-1.5(f)
Y
Egress doors can be opened from the inside without a key. Protective doorknob covers prohibited on egress doors
418-1.5(s)(3)
Y
Emergency evacuation diagram is posted in every room used for child care
418-1.5(b)(2)
Y
Furniture, play equipment and other materials are sturdy, free of sharp edges and corners
418-1.5(n)(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
*
Porches, walkways, decks and stairs with more than 2 steps have barriers to prevent falling
418-1.5(e)
Y
Postings of emergency telephone numbers
418-1.5(m)(2)
Y
Program has developed a strategy for shelter in place
418-1.5(b)(3)(vi)
Y
*
Suitable precautions are taken to eliminate all safety and health hazards
418-1.5(a)
Y
Variety of supplies, food, water and first aid sufficient for sheltering in place overnight
418-1.5(b)(7)
Y
Working carbon monoxide alarm(s)
418-1.5(t)
Y
Working landline phone on premises
418-1.5(m)(1)
Y
418-1.8 Supervision of Children
A qualified group teacher is required for every group of children
418-1.8(e)
Y
*
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
No dampness, odors, or accumulated trash on premises
418-1.11(i)(8)
Y
No vermin on premises
418-1.11(i)(9)
Y
Pesticide notification complete and sent home 48 hours prior to application
418-1.11(j)(2)
N/O
Portable first aid kit, stocked and inaccessible to children
418-1.11(h)(2)
Y
418-1.12 Nutrition
Drinking water always safe and available
418-1.12(l)
Y
Infant bottles and food items are not heated in microwave
418-1.12(ab)
N/O
418-1.14 Training
*
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)
N/O
418-1.15 Management and Administration
Building code certification
418-1.15(c)(33)
N
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)
N
*
Numbers and ages of children present are within licensed or registered capacity
418-1.15(a)(4)
Y
*
Posting of Compliance History Document
413.3(g)(3)(i)
Y
Summary of Violations
Date Cited
Regulation
Regulation Description
Compliance Status
Corrected on- Site?
11/14/2024
418-1.15(c)(31)
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: documentation from service personnel licensed by the New York State Department of State to perform fire alarm systems maintenance, repair and testing which shows that the fire alarm and detection systems have been inspected, tested and maintained during the current license period in accordance with the applicable requirements of the Fire and Building Code of New York State;
Corrected
N
11/14/2024
418-1.15(c)(33)
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: documentation from the local government authority having jurisdiction for determining compliance with the Fire and Building Code of New York State showing that the facility has been inspected and approved once every 12 months during the current license period for compliance with the applicable fire safety provisions of the Fire and Building Code of New York State;
Corrected
N
Date Cited
11/14/2024
Regulation
418-1.15(c)(31)
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: documentation from service personnel licensed by the New York State Department of State to perform fire alarm systems maintenance, repair and testing which shows that the fire alarm and detection systems have been inspected, tested and maintained during the current license period in accordance with the applicable requirements of the Fire and Building Code of New York State;
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
11/14/2024
Regulation
418-1.15(c)(33)
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: documentation from the local government authority having jurisdiction for determining compliance with the Fire and Building Code of New York State showing that the facility has been inspected and approved once every 12 months during the current license period for compliance with the applicable fire safety provisions of the Fire and Building Code of New York State;
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: Westchester Regional Office
Phone: (845) 708-2400