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Regulation 6.2.4.3: The program director shall ensure that each group of children is led by a staff member who is at least qualified as a teacher associate for at least 75% of the hours of operation.

“One classroom was led by a staff member with only 9 qualifying credits, and does not meet the regulatory or expedited variance requirements to meet teacher associate. Corrective Action: By 11/1/2024, provide by email a plan detailing how the program will come into compliance with this regulation, detaling specific steps and the anticipated length of time required.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024

Regulation 3.7.1.1: The licensee shall develop and maintain a written Emergency Response Plan to respond to a full range of emergencies both natural and man-made. A complete plan shall include how the licensee will address and manage the following situations and responsibilities: Evacuations or other emergencies such as leaving the premise and lockdown situations; Specific concerns related to the location of the program, such as proximity to a nuclear reactor, an area prone to flooding or power loss; Notifying the local authorities of the emergency; A system for notifying the parents of the emergency; Notifying the local emergency planning committee regarding the location of the CBCCPP and using the committee as a resource in emergency planning for the program; A system of identifying the children and staff present at the time of the emergency and maintaining knowledge of their whereabouts; A system for handling infants, toddlers, and children with special needs; An established evacuation meeting location within walking distance of the CBCCPP; A system to account for all children and staff at the evacuation meeting place; A process for relocation if necessary, including safe transportation; A system for shelter in place if the staff and children present need to remain in the CBCCPP for an extended period; and Staff chain of command and individual staff roles and responsibilities, (if applicable) during emergencies.

“Staff were not able to describe the Emergency Response Plan, what would be done in emergency situations other than fire, and did not know where to locate the Emergency Response Plan in the program. It was believed that it might be available on a program computer. Staff stated that they had not been trained regarding the plan other than fire drills. Corrective Action: Immediately print and maintain a copy of the Emergency Response Plan on site in the program. All staff should be notified of the location of the plan, and all staff will be familiar with the contents of the plan. Email sarah.crosier@vermont.gov with a description of how staff were educated about the contents of the Emergency Response Plan and where it will be located in the program.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023

Regulation 5.2.1.1: CBCCPP staff shall ensure that adults and children wash their hands: * Upon arrival at the CBCCPP; * Before they eat, prepare or handle food; * Before and after handling raw meat; * Before feeding children; * After toileting or diapering; * After cleaning; * After taking out the garbage; * After handling animals; and * After outdoor play.

“Upon entering the building after outdoor play, a group of children took off outdoor gear and began playing throughout the classroom without washing hands. Corrective Action: Develop a system to ensure that hands are consistently washed at required times. Notify sarah.crosier@vermont.gov when this plan has been developed and implemented.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022