Joylynn Baxter

5180:2-13-20 Crib and Playpen Requirements

“During the inspection, it was determined that a playpen, assigned to a child, was used for storage. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

5180:2-13-17 Programming

“During the inspection, it was determined that the provider did not have a well-balanced program as noted in number 4 below:1. The classroom(s) did not did provide opportunities for a balance of quiet and active play.2. The classroom(s) did not provide activities to promote the childrens physical, social-emotional, cognitive and language development. 3. The classroom(s) did not provide opportunities for child initiated activities. 4. The schedule needed to be more specific/detailed with timeframes for each activity.A well-balanced program of activities suitable to the developmental levels and abilities of each child in care shall be implemented on a daily basis. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

5180:2-13-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in numbers 2 & 10 below:1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule10. Medicals were missing a statement from the childs parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. .”

5180:2-13-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care, as required, for the items in numbers 3, 8, 14, & 15 below: 1. No enrollment form was completed for at least one child 2. The current JFS 01234 was not completed for at least one child 3. Complete child information for one child-missing \"First Day at Program/Home\" 4. Complete parent information 5. Complete emergency contact information 6. Complete physician information 7. Information regarding the parent list 8. Health information-Box checked \"yes\" for child using medication or medical food. Did not check box for \"...does this medication or medical food need to be administered at the child care home?\" 9. Additional information for all boxes checked yes 10. Emergency transportation information 11. Parent/guardians signature 12. Diapering Statement 13. Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures 14. Enrollment form for at least one child was not updated by either the parent or the administrator 15. Enrollment form for at least one child was not signed by the administrator 16. Other [ ] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment

“Children in care shall be protected from any items and conditions which threaten their health, safety, and well being. During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from the following item or condition which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number 22 below:1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers.2. Open pull cords that are not closed loop.3. Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care.4. Electrical/extension cords attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled.5. Stacked chairs.6. Telephone cords.7. Employee(s) purse(s).8. Diaper bags.9. Television not securely anchored.10. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall.11. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child.12. Chipping or peeling paint.13. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing.14. An area rug presented a tripping hazard.15. A floor surface was unsafe in that [ ].16. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet.17. The platform provided for the sink or toilet was not sturdy.18. The platform provided for the sink or toilet posed a safety hazard in that [ ].19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following furniture in that [ ].20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a childs temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards.22. Glade Plug-In above the bathroom sink--provider fixed on-site.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5180:2-13-22 Meals and Snacks

“During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in number 1 below. 1. The menu was not posted.2. The posted menu was not in a visible place readily accessible to parents.3. The menu was not currently dated.4. The entire menu was substituted.5. At least one item on menu did not match what was served.6. The meal or snack served did not match the posted menu.Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

5180:2-13-18 Group Size and Ratios

“During the inspection, it was determined there were 9 children in care during the hours of operation, which is over the capacity listed on the license. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5180:2-13-17 Programming

“During the inspection, it was determined the daily schedule was not posted in the program. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

5180:2-13-16 Emergency Drills

“During the inspection, it was determined that the required drills were not completed for the month of June item number 1 below:1. Monthly fire drills2. Monthly weather emergency drills (March through September)3. Emergency/lockdown drills in each quarter of the calendar year Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5180:2-13-16 Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan

“During the inspection, it was determined the programs written emergency preparedness and response plan did not meet the requirement or was missing the information in number 5,10 below:Procedures:1. The written emergency and preparedness and response plan had not been completed2. The plan was not provided to all child care staff and employees3. Weather emergencies and natural disasters which include severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flash flooding, major snowfall, blizzards, ice storms or earthquakes4. Emergency outdoor and indoor lockdown or evacuation due to threats of violence which includes active shooter, bioterrorism or terrorism including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated5. Emergency or disaster evacuations due to hazardous materials and spills, gas leaks or bomb threats including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated. A location was not listed. 6. Outbreaks, epidemics or other infectious disease emergencies7. Loss of power, water, or heat8. Other threatening situations that may pose a health or safety hazard to the children in the programDetails:9. Shelter in place or evacuation, how the program will care for and account for the children until they can be reunited with the parent10. Assisting infants, toddlers and children with special needs and/or health conditions. Toddlers was not listed. 11. Emergency contact information for parents and the program12. Procedures for notifying and communicating with parents regarding the location of the children if evacuated13. Procedures for communicating with parents during loss of communications, no phone or internet service available14. The location of supplies and procedures for gathering necessary supplies for staff and children if required to shelter in place15. What to do if a disaster occurs during the transport of children or when on a field trip or routine trip16. Making the plan available to all child care staff members and employees17. Training of staff or reassignment of staff duties as appropriate18. Updating the plan on a yearly basis19. Contact with local emergency management officials20. The plan was unable to be implemented in that, [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the missing information, if applicable, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5180:2-13-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care, as required, for the items in numbers 9, 13, 16 below: 1. No enrollment form was completed for at least one child 2. The current JFS 01234 was not completed for at least one child 3. Complete child information 4. Complete parent information 5. Complete emergency contact information 6. Complete physician information 7. Information regarding the parent list 8. Health information 9. Additional information for all boxes checked yes 10. Emergency transportation information 11. Parent/guardians signature 12. Diapering Statement 13. Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures 14. Enrollment form for at least one child was not updated by either the parent or the administrator 15. Enrollment form for at least one child was not signed by the administrator 16. Missing \"First Day at Program/Home\" date. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5180:2-13-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for children listed on the JFS Children's Record Review For Child Care as indicated in number 10 below:1. No medical was on file for at least one child 2. Medical(s) on file was not updated every 13 months 3. Medical(s) were missing child's name and date of birth4. Medical(s) were missing the date of the medical examination5. The date of the exam was more than 13 months prior to the date the form was signed 6. Medical(s) were missing a statement that the child has been examined and is in suitable condition for participation in group care7. Medical(s) were missing the signature, business address and telephone number of the physician, physician's assistant(PA), advance practice nurse (APN) or certified nurse practitioner (CNP) who examined the child8. Medical(s) were missing a record of immunizations the child has had specifying month, day and year9. Medical(s) were missing a statement from the physician, PA, APN, or CNP that the child has been immunized or is in the process of being immunized against the diseases required by division 5104.014 of the Revised Code and found in appendix A to this rule10. Medical was missing a statement from the childs parent or guardian that he or she has declined to have the child immunized against the disease for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions11. Other [ ] Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. .”

5180:2-13-13 Clean environment and equipment

“During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions, as noted in the following number 3 below, were in the restroom:1. There was no liquid soap.2. There was no toilet tissue.3. There were no individually assigned towels or disposable towels.4. The toilet cleaning brush was accessible to the children.5. The plunger was accessible to the children.6. The toilet was not flushed.7. The trash was not emptied from the day before.8. There was a strong urine odor.9. Other [ ].The restroom(s) must be kept sanitary at all times. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

5180:2-13-12 Safe Environment

“During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was stored where children present had access to it as noted in number 2 below. The potentially hazardous substance or item that posed a risk to children was determined to be accessible to children in the bathroom by the toilet. 1. Bleach.2. Cleaning agent.3. Fish tank chemicals. 4. Gasoline. 5. Pesticide.6. Poison, including insect/rodent poison. 7. Flammable substance.8. Windshield washer fluid.9. Aerosol cans. 10. A lawn mower. 11. A weed trimmer. 12. Hedge trimmers. 13. A snow blower.14. Other potentially hazardous substance, equipment or machinery: [ ]. Provide staff training. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance or item is no longer accessible to children and/or children will not be outside when machinery is in use and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5101:2-13-23 Infant Bottle and Food Preparation

“During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions for feeding the infants noted on the Children Record Review form were not updated, as required by this rule. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. (Feeding instructions were not updated for 2 children - K.B. & K.J.)”

5101:2-13-23 Infant Bottle and Food Preparation

“During the inspection, it was determined that open containers of ready to serve food and concentrated formula was not stored appropriately as noted in number 5 below: 1. The food/formula was not covered;2. The food/formula was not dated;3. The food/formula was not refrigerated according to the manufacturers instructions; 4. The food/formula was not discarded or sent home daily if not used; 5. The food/formula was not refrigerated upon arrival;6. The food/formula was not refrigerated immediately after preparation;7. The food/formula was served beyond the expiration date;8. The food/formula was not prepared prior to the manufacturers instructions;9. The food/formula was not prepared according to the instructions from the infants physician, physicians assistant or certified nurse practitioner;10. Other [ ]. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5101:2-13-23 Infant Bottle and Food Preparation

“During the inspection, it was determined that bottles containing formula for a particular infant were not labeled with the childs name and date of preparation. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5101:2-13-22 Meals and Snacks

“During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in numbers 1 & 3 below. 1. The menu was not posted. (The current menu was not posted.)2. The posted menu was not in a visible place readily accessible to parents.3. The menu was not currently dated. (The menu posted was for a past timeframe.)4. The entire menu was substituted.5. At least one item on menu did not match what was served.6. The meal or snack served did not match the posted menu.Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

5101:2-13-20 Crib and Playpen Requirements

“During the inspection, it was determined that sheets, mattresses and/or mattress covers did not meet the rule requirement as noted in number 10 below:1. At least one crib or playpen did not have a sheet.2.At least one sheet was too large.3.At least one sheet was too small.4.At least one sheet was torn.5.The mattress was not at least one and one-half inches thick.6.The mattress was not firm. 7.There was space between the mattress and the sides and end panels of the crib or playpen which exceeded one and one-half inches. 8.The mattress cover was not waterproof.9.The mattress cover was torn.10. Other: The sheet being used in the pack-n-play was not fitted.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5101:2-13-20 Crib and Playpen Requirements

“During the inspection, it was determined that a crib/playpen, assigned to a child, was used for storage. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. (Toys and a blanket were being stored in playpen. Provider removed these items onsite at the time of inspection.”

5101:2-13-15 Child Medical and Enrollment Records

“In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care, as required, for the items in numbers 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, & 15 below: 1. No enrollment form was completed for at least one child 2. The current JFS 01234 was not completed for at least one child 3. Complete child information (1st day in program was missing for several children.) 4. Complete parent information 5. Complete emergency contact information 6. Complete physician information 7. Information regarding the parent list 8. Health information 9. Additional information for all boxes checked yes 10. Emergency transportation information 11. Parent/guardians signature (The date of parent's signature was missing for Br.M.) 12. Diapering Statement 13. Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures 14. Enrollment form for at least one child was not updated by either the parent or the administrator 15. Enrollment form for at least one child was not signed by the administrator 16. Other [ ] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5101:2-13-12 Safe Environment

“Children in care shall be protected from any items and conditions which threaten their health, safety, and well being. During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from the following items or conditions which may threaten their health, safety, or well being as noted in the following number 11 below:1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers.2. Open pull cords that are not closed loop.3. Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care.4. Electrical/extension cords attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled.5. Stacked chairs.6. Telephone cords.7. Employee(s) purse(s).8. Diaper bags.9. Television not securely anchored.10. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall.11. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child.12. Chipping or peeling paint.13. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing.14. An area rug presented a tripping hazard.15. A floor surface was unsafe in that [ ].16. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet.17. The platform provided for the sink or toilet was not sturdy.18. The platform provided for the sink or toilet posed a safety hazard in that [ ].19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following furniture in that [ ].20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a childs temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards.22. Other - Loose cords for electrical devices were found within reach of children in the living room, play room & kitchen. All loose cords should be wound up and placed out of children's reach.A Glade Plug-In was found within children's reach in the play room by the play pen. An outlet cover should replace it to ensure children's safety, and the plug-in should be placed out of children's reach.Toilet brush and plunger were found within children's reach in the bathroom on the floor. These should be placed out of children's reach.Submit the programs corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5101:2-13-10 Professional Development

“In review of records, it was determined the Child Care Staff Member (Provider) indicated on the Employee Record Chart did not meet the annual professional development requirement as noted in number 1.1. The child care staff member (Provider) had not completed at least six hours of professional development. (Provider must complete 4.50 hrs. of professional development for year, 07/01/23 - 06/30/24.2. Documentation did not demonstrate the person who provided the training met the trainer qualifications as stated in the rule. 3. Training topic did not meet the requirements listed in appendix A of this rule. 4. Documentation of training did not meet the requirements of this rule. 5. The substitute(s) had been used more than ninety days annually between July first and June thirtieth and had not completed at least six hours of professional development.6. Other [ ].Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5101:2-13-17 Programming

“During the inspection, it was determined that daily outdoor play was not provided as required by rule. Submit the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5101:2-13-17 Materials and Equipment

“During the inspection, it was determined that the provider did not have designated storage areas for children's personal belongings. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

5101:2-13-16 Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan

“During the inspection, it was determined the programs written disaster plan was missing the information in number 10 below:Procedures:1. The written disaster plan had not been completed2. The plan was not provided to all child care staff and employees3. Weather emergencies and natural disasters which include severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flash flooding, major snowfall, blizzards, ice storms or earthquakes4. Emergency outdoor and indoor lockdown or evacuation due to threats of violence which includes active shooter, bioterrorism or terrorism5. Emergency or disaster evacuations due to hazardous materials and spills, gas leaks or bomb threats.6. Outbreaks, epidemics or other infectious disease emergencies7. Loss of power, water, or heat8. Other threatening situations that may pose a health or safety hazard to the children in the programDetails:9. Shelter in place or evacuation, how the program will care for and account for the children until they can be reunited with the parent10. Assisting infants and children with special needs and/or health conditions in the event of an evacuation11. Emergency contact information for parents and the program12. Procedures for notifying and communicating with parents regarding the location of the children if evacuated13. Procedures for communicating with parents during loss of communications, no phone or internet service available14. The location of supplies and procedures for gathering necessary supplies for staff and children if required to shelter in place15. What to do if a disaster occurs during the transport of children or when on a field trip or routine trip16. Making the plan available to all child care staff members and employees17. Training of staff or reassignment of staff duties as appropriate18. Updating the plan on a yearly basis19. Contact with local emergency management officialsAdd the missing information to the disaster plan. Submit the programs corrective action plan, which includes the missing information, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

5101:2-13-13 Clean environment and equipment

“During the inspection, it was determined that unsanitary conditions, as noted in the following numbers 4 & 5 below, were in the restroom:1. There was no liquid soap.2. There was no toilet tissue.3. There were no individually assigned towels or disposable towels.4. The toilet cleaning brush was accessible to the children.5. The plunger was accessible to the children.6. The toilet was not flushed.7. The trash was not emptied from the day before.8. There was a strong urine odor.9. Other [ ].The restroom(s) must be kept sanitary at all times. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”