Findings cited on visits tied to this case
These are line items from OEC's compliance checklist — most centers accrue several per routine visit. Category labels are ours; the statute code and language are verbatim from the state record.
[19a-79-4a(b)]FacilitySep 15, 2017
20-Staffing- Staff records
A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group child care home which shall include evidence that the necessary information and documentation specified by the Office of Early Childhood in order to conduct background checks has been submitted. The operator shall provide to the Office of Early Childhood any information obtained concerning substantiated child abuse or neglect records or criminal convictions upon request.
[19a-79-7a(c)]Health & safetySep 15, 2017
36-Physical Plant- General requirements
The building, equipment and services shall be maintained in a good state of repair. A maintenance program shall be established that ensures that the interior, exterior and grounds of the building are maintained, kept clean and orderly, free from accumulations of refuse, dampness, stagnant water, dilapidated structures and other health and safety hazards. Water supply, food service and sewage disposal facilities shall be in compliance with all applicable sections of the Public Health Code. Sanitary drinking fountains or individual disposable drinking cups shall be provided and accessible to the children at all times.
[19a-79-7a(b)]Health & safetySep 15, 2017
39-Physical Plant- Plans for new construction, expansion, renovation or conversion
Approval by the Office of Early Childhood is required prior to the use of any space that has been newly constructed, expanded, renovated or converted. All construction, remodeling, renovation, repairs or alterations of structures shall be done in such a manner to prevent hazards or unsafe physical or environmental conditions during periods of operation.
[19a-79-7a(h)]Health & safetySep 15, 2017
42-Physical Plant- Outdoor play space
There shall be access to a minimum of seventy-five (75) square feet per child of outdoor space for the number of children using the space at any one time. The outdoor area
shall be fenced or protected for safety. Where swings, seesaws or climbing apparatus are used, the surface in the space shall be protected with a minimum of eight (8) inches of impact absorbing materials. The playground shall be free of glass, debris, holes and other hazards. Outside equipment shall be anchored for stability. The outdoor play area shall be protected from traffic, bodies of water, gullies and other hazards by barriers in a manner safe for children. Drinking water shall be available and accessible. Outdoor equipment shall be arranged in such a way as to avoid accidents.
[19a-79-10(d)]RatioSep 15, 2017
58-Under Three Endorsement- Special equipment
Each child care center and group child care home shall have equipment and furniture to meet the developmental needs of the children served. In child care centers that serve children under three years of age, there shall be a sink with hot and cold running water designated for diaper changing and hand washing of staff and children in the program space. Separate sinks shall be available for purposes other than hand washing after diaper changing within child care centers. Group child care homes that serve children under three years of age shall have a sink accessible for hand washing other than the sink used for food preparation. Furniture shall include well constructed free standing cribs, each of which has slats no more than two and three-eighths (2 3/8) inches apart and a fully waterproofed, firm, snug-fitting mattress for infants. Furniture shall include washable cots for toddlers. Furniture shall include chairs for feeding, each of which has a stable base, safety straps on all high chairs attached to the chair and a tray which locks securely. Furniture shall include low tables and chairs according to children's size and development. Furniture shall include a refrigerator and facilities to store and heat food and bottles.