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470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container

“At the time of inspection, the Otters room, there were 2 bottles in the refrigerator with no names nor dates on them.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026

IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers

“2 caregivers have expired fingerprints on file with the division.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025

470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change

“Room 204: Multiple rips in the changing pad which is unsanitary.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025

470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction

“Café: Under the sink there are multiple cleaning items labeled “keep out of reach of children” including hand sanitizer, Clorox wipes, spray cleaners accessible to children which is unsafe. Room 104: has peeling paint and dents in the walls exposing drywall which is unsanitary.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025

IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers

“Kitchen: E.Q. & K.W. have not submitted fingerprints as required for a criminal background check.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025

IC 12-17.2-6-7 The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request

“At time of inspection, 2 children were missing parent notices.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(a) At least one (1) adult individual who maintains current certification in a course of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry shall be present at all times when a child is in the care of a child care ministry. Certifications accepted under this subsection must include a live return demonstration of skills.

“All staff had an online certification however, this does not meet the requirments for CPR certification with Hands on demonstration.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2025

470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction

“At time of inspection, in classroom 210 cough drops labelled "keep out of reach of children" were found in the teacher desk drawer. In 107, paint is peeling on the window sill needing to be repainted. In 209, 2 childrens' medications were found in the teachers cabinet unlocked. In 103, outlet covers are needed around the room, this is unsafe. In 206 there are 3 ceiling tiles that have water damage, needing to be replaced. In 207, a ceiling tile is cracked and needs to be replaced. In the downstairs playroom, there are 3 large holes in the walls, needing repair.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2025

470 IAC 3-4.5-4(4) All open windows, doors which are kept open for other than entering and leaving, ventilators, and other outside openings shall be protected against insects by securely fastened 16 mesh screening. Cracks shall be sealed and sealing shall be in place around pipes, plumbing, and ducts

“In 208, the handwashing sink in the classroom has a leak, there is a bucket underneath holding water from the leak.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025