Brightmont School

The fire extinguishers observed in the childcare facility was dated, September 2024.

Two staff files observed did not have training relative to SIDS/Shaken baby syndrome available for review.

There was no gas inspection available for review. The Director was not aware of gas within the childcare facility. The most recent inspection was dated 11/03/2022.

The fire extinguisher observed in the transportation vehicle was not serviced by the Fire Marshall, and/or approved by the local or state fire marshal.

During the walkthrough, changes were observed within the childcare facility that has an impact on the overall capacity. One classroom has been transitioned into a storage room that was previously measured as a classroom. The childcare facility also has added walls within the childcare, and/or classrooms, which will alter the capacity.

The Director did not have training relative to SIDS/Shaken baby syndrome available for review.

Four children files observed did not have an admission date documented.

A caregiver did not know the number of children she was responsible for. This deficiency is being recited.

A caregiver did not know the number of children she was responsible for.

The parent rights information was not included in the operational policies.

All personnel files reviewed did not have the required topics completed for annual training.

The information pertaining to inclusive services were not included in the operational policies.

A 12-passenger transportation vehicle observed did not include a child safety alarm system. Inspector observed the vehicle to ensure the vehicle was prepared for transportation services offered by the childcare facility.

Two sinks within the childcare facility are not in working condition. The water is not working for two handwashing sinks within the Toddler and Primary classroom.

One child's file observed did not include a health statement. The child's enrollment date is 02/01/2022.

During the walkthrough, the outside area contained trash, broken board pieces, and flattened balls through the play area. Based on the checklist observed, the daily maintenance had been checked for the entire week although the week had not yet been completed.

Two staff files observed contained a total of 9.5 training hours. Staff files did not include topics related to: - Emergency preparedness - Growth and development - SIDS/shaken baby syndrome - Abuse and neglect - communicable diseases - administering medication - food allergies - building and physical premises safety - handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials

One out of the five toilets observed within the childcare facility is not in working condition. One sink within the Toddler classroom was not working, and one sink within the primary classroom was not working. The faucet was detached from the sink. Repairs need to be made with the Toddler and primary classroom.

A bowl filled with bleach and water substance was on a shelf in the classroom. The bleach and water substance were not labeled but placed near other cleaning supplies. The bowl was removed from the shelf, and the classroom.

The most recent gas inspection is dated October 16, 2020.

One staff CPR/First-aid certification observed was expired. The CPR/First-Aid certification was dated 08/07/2020, and expired 08/07/2022.

One child's file did not contain the healthcare physician's information. The child's enrollment date is documented as 08/29/2022

Based on the emergency practice form observed, the fire drill has has not been practiced since February 1, 2022.

The required 6 inches surfacing was not observed near the dome area. The dirt near the dome placement was observed. The dome was removed from the playground area. The yellow slide did not contain the required 6 inches of surfacing. Near the end of the slide you can observe dirt, and no mulch. Surrounding area contained mulch.

One out of five children records did not include a signed food allergy plan. The child's file contained an allergy plan, which did not include the physician's signature.

One out five children records did not contain a health statement.

An epi-pen for a child enrolled expired 08/07/2021. The discard date for the epi-pen is 08/11/2021. The operation did not discard the expired medication. Operation will request an updated epi-pen.

Four out of five staff/caregivers did not have documentation that was signed and dated confirming that pre-service training was obtained.

Three out of five children records did not include an emergency contact. The emergency contact listed on the child's file contained parent information. The emergency contact on one child's file did not include an address in case of an emergency.

One out of five children records did not contain an admission/start date.

The operation has not submitted a controlling person form for the new Director. The individual hire date is 07/13/2021.

One caregiver in the Toddler classroom was not aware of the ages in which she was responsible for. The caregiver stated that today was her first day at the operation. The caregiver in the infant classroom was not aware of the age of the youngest child in care.

One child within a mixed age group was observed in the Preschool classroom without a caregiver. The child was observed in the classroom by the Inspector after leaving the outside area.

Children in the Toddler classroom were observed preparing for nap without the handwashing task being complete. The children were observed with spaghetti sauce on their mouth and nose. The caregiver confirmed that the children's hand's/mouth had not being washed after lunchtime.

Two caregivers in the Toddler classroom was not aware of the ages of the youngest child in care. One caregiver in the Infant classroom was not aware of the ages of children in their care.

Two playground areas observed did not have an adequate amount of mulch for surfacing. The mulch had dissolved to the point where sand was visible.

Five out of six caregivers was not provided orientation in the required subject fields(overview of minimum standards, center policies, procedures for handling emergencies, and an overview of child abuse).