MAUNA LOA PRESCHOOL

2025

1. High risk7/28/2025

   HAR §17-892.1-6 — Fund raising statement

   Mauna Loa Preschool shall inform parents/guardians regarding their policy on fundraising. Please make corrections to Statement of Operations Policies (DHS 952) and 2025-2026 Parent Handbook. §17-892.2-11(19) Fundraising campaigns - children and staff shall not be exploited in activities which would be detrimental to the children or the program Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email from the Director, the parent handbook has been updated to inform parents that "Fund-raising activities: Children and staff shall not be exploited in activities which would be detrimental to the children and the program."

   Corrected at inspection
2. Medium risk7/28/2025

   HAR §17-892.1-6 — Ages of children accepted

   Age of children accepted: over 3 years and under 6 years §17-892.2-11(a)(1) Ages of children accepted Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email from the Director, "MLP is licensed for 12 children ages 3 years old thru age 5."

   Corrected at inspection
3. High risk7/28/2025

   HAR §17-892.1-37 — Sanitation inspection

   The Department of Health Food Establishment Permit expired on July 31, 2025. §17-892.2-67 Food protection shall be carried out as follows: (1) Policies and practices shall be developed and carried out in a manner that insures that all food is protected from contamination during storage, preparation, and services; and (2) Food protection policies shall comply with accepted practices of local sanitary codes in chapter 11-50, and shall be adapted to fit the needs of the program except as indicated in these rules. Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email from the Director, she provided an attachment with the current Department of Health Food Establishment Permit, permit number: H1147, expiration date: 7/31/2026.

   Corrected at inspection
4. High risk7/28/2025

   HAR §17-892.1-36 — Sanitation inspection

   The Department of Health Food Establishment Permit expired on July 31, 2025. §17-892.2-66 Food preparation shall be carried out in a kitchen with proper equipment and cleanup facilities required for the number of children in care. Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email from the Director, she provided an attachment with the current Department of Health Food Establishment Permit, permit number: H1147, expiration date: 7/31/2026.

   Corrected at inspection
5. Medium-High risk7/28/2025

   HAR §17-892.1-31 — Written evidence of fire warning device inspected initially and annually by fire inspector. report dated:

   A fire inspection report dated 10/24/2024 was completed by a Captain. Please provide the most recent July 2025 fire inspection report signed of by a fire inspector. §17-892.2-61 (g) Each child care facility shall install an underwriters laboratory listed fire warning device or system in each facility. Written evidence that the device or system has been inspected and approved by a fire inspector, when applicable for group child care homes, shall be current and on file at the facility. Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email attachment from the Director, the Fire Inspection Record indicates a pass on August 1, 2025.

   Corrected at inspection
6. Medium risk7/28/2025

   HAR §17-892.1-26 — Annual nutrition review

   The facility has not provided a current nutrition review at this time. §17-892.2-48(j) The child care facility's food service shall be reviewed annually by a qualified nutrition consultant the center has chosen or provided by an appropriate community resource. Correction: On December 31, 2025, the worker received an email from the Hawaii Child Care Nutrition Program with an attachment verifying the MLP meets the am and pm snack nutrition requirements.

   Corrected at inspection
7. Medium risk7/28/2025

   HAR §17-892.1-26 — United States Department of Agriculture participant or meets their standards

   The worker is unable to determine if Mauna Loa Preschool meets the USDA standards without a current nutrition review. Correction: On December 31, 2025, the worker received an email from the Hawaii Child Care Nutrition Program with an attachment verifying the MLP meets the am and pm snack nutrition requirements.

   Corrected at inspection
8. Medium-High risk7/28/2025

   HAR §17-892.1-33 — Furniture, equipment and toys shall be sturdily constructed with minimal hazards

   The playground company has not verified that the repairs done on the playground equipment meets safety standards and is safe for children's use. The facility put up a fence to make the playground inaccessible to preschool children. §17-892.2-63(14) Indoor and outdoor structures, equipment, and toys shall be sturdily constructed and furnishings that have hazardous sharp edges, rust, and splinters shall not be accessible to children Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email attachment from the Director, "effective immediately, Mauna Loa Preschool (MLP) will no longer be using the Mauna Loa School playground for preschool activities. The preschool will not access or utilize the school playground or its equipment at any time moving forward. All preschool activities will take place only in approved and designated area under MLP's supervision." The statement was officially signed on January 7, 2026.

   Corrected at inspection
9. Medium risk7/28/2025

   HAR §17-892.1-26 — Food service meets daily nutritional needs of child

   The worker is unable to determine if the food service meets daily nutritional needs of the children at this time without a current nutrition review. Correction: On December 31, 2025, the worker received an email from the Hawaii Child Care Nutrition Program with an attachment verifying the MLP meets the am and pm snack nutrition requirements.

   Corrected at inspection
10. Medium-High risk7/28/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-15 — Materials in good repair, not recalled and accessible to children

    The playground company has not verified that the repairs done on the playground equipment meets safety standards and is safe for children's use. The facility put up a fence to make the playground inaccessible to preschool children. §17-892.2-27(d) Materials shall be safe and kept in good repair, not be recalled, and shall be accessible to children. Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email attachment from the Director, "effective immediately, Mauna Loa Preschool (MLP) will no longer be using the Mauna Loa School playground for preschool activities. The preschool will not access or utilize the school playground or its equipment at any time moving forward. All preschool activities will take place only in approved and designated area under MLP's supervision." The statement was officially signed on January 7, 2026.

    Corrected at inspection
11. High risk7/28/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-6 — Others

    Mauna Loa Preschool shall inform parents/guardians on their policies regarding filing grievances and update their policy on suspension and expulsion of children. Please make corrections to 2025-2026 Parent Handbook. §17-892.2-11(18) Grievances which shall include the department's information for parents to file a complaint; (22) Suspension and expulsion of children which includes the following: (B) Sufficient timeframe before suspension or expulsion occurs to enable parents to make alternative child care arrangements or to take the necessary action to allow the child to remain enrolled, except as specified in paragraph (22) (C) below; (C) Conditions that may warrant immediate expulsion such as imminent danger to the health, welfare, or safety of the children; (D) Parents and guardians are provided written notification of any concerns that could lead to the child's expulsion; and (E) When expulsion occurs, the provider shall maintain a record of the conditions, parental notification, and action taken (23) (b) Written operation policies shall be reviewed with each caregiver in the facility. (c) Written policies shall be made available for review by parents or guardians at the time of enrollment of a child. Correction: On December 30, 2025, the director submitted an email with an attachment updating MLP's grievance policy. On January 15, 2026, the director provided an email with an attachment that updated her suspension and expulsion policies to meet the current Hawaii Administrative Rules.

    Corrected at inspection
12. Medium-Low risk7/28/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-6 — Transportation arrangements

    Mauna Loa Preschool shall inform parents/guardians that transportation is not provided at this time. Please include this information in the 2025-2026 Parent Handbook. §17-892.2-11(12) Transportation arrangements Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email from the Director, the parent handbook has been updated to inform parents that Mauna Loa Preschool "(MLP) does not provide transportation to or from school on a daily basis."

    Corrected at inspection
13. High risk7/28/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-6 — Whether meals are served

    Mauna Loa Preschool shall provide a morning snack and an afternoon snack. Please make corrections to Statement of Operations Policies (DHS 952) and 2025-2026 Parent Handbook. §17-892.2-11(a)(5) whether or not meals are served Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email from the Director, the parent handbook has been updated to inform parents that Mauna Loa Preschool (MLP) "An AM & PM snack will be provided by the school. Snack times are as follows: AM snack will be at 9 am, afternoon snack will be at 3 pm. Our snacks will consist of fruits, vegetables, crackers, cheese, yogurt, and other healthful ingredients."

    Corrected at inspection
14. High risk7/28/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-6 — Maximum number of children permitted by license

    The maximum number of children permitted is 12. Please make corrections to Statement of Operations Policies (DHS 952) and 2025-2026 Parent Handbook. §17-892.2-11(a)(2) Maximum number of children permitted by license Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email from the current Director, the parent handbook has been changed to inform parents that Mauna Loa Preschool is licensed for 12 children.

    Corrected at inspection
15. High risk7/28/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-6 — Permission for trips

    Mauna Loa Preschool shall inform parents/guardians about their policy regarding parental permission for trips and related activities outside the facility. Please make corrections to Statement of Operations Policies (DHS 952) and 2025-2026 Parent Handbook. §17-892.2-11(13) Parental permission for trips and related activities outside the facility Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email from the Director, the parent handbook has been updated to inform parents that "Prior to the field trip, parents will receive notification and a printed permission slip requiring signature."

    Corrected at inspection
16. Medium-High risk6/16/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-15 — Materials in good repair, not recalled and accessible to children

    During a monitoring visit on June 16, 2025, the playground fence remained up; however, the gate was left open, as observed in previous visits. You agreed to speak with the principal about installing a lock to restrict access. We also discussed the possibility of installing a fence and gate at the end of the walkway to restrict access to both the gym and playground. Please provide regular updates regarding the method chosen to secure these areas from children in care. Please follow up with Mr. Nau and request that he send written verification of playground safety directly to the department. Correction: Per December 30, 2025 email attachment from the Director, "effective immediately, Mauna Loa Preschool (MLP) will no longer be using the Mauna Loa School playground for preschool activities. The preschool will not access or utilize the school playground or its equipment at any time moving forward. All preschool activities will take place only in approved and designated area under MLP's supervision." The statement was officially signed on January 7, 2026.

    Corrected at inspection
17. Medium-High risk6/16/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-40 — Initial zoning clearance

    The director stated that they do not have verification of zoning clearance.

    Not corrected
18. Medium risk6/16/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-40 — Initial Plumbing inspection

    The director stated that they do not have a plumbing inspection.

    Not corrected
19. Medium-Low risk6/16/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-40 — Initial Building inspection

    Child care facilities shall conform to the zoning, building, electrical, and plumbing codes of the county or political subdivision in which the facility is located and to state rules as may be applicable to the facility. Please submit documents from Department of Public Works to verify that this facility meets the zoning, building, electrical, plumbing codes and include the occupant load.

    Not corrected
20. Medium-Low risk6/16/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-33 — No exposure to lead based paint

    The department informed you that per Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR) Chapter 11-41, "Lead-Based Activities," sections 11-41-6(e)(8)(E) and (G) mandate a wipe test after abatement to compare residual lead levels. Please provide official documentation confirming that the wipe test has been completed, along with the results showing the lead levels found in the samples. Correction: Malamalama Environmental emailed a report to verify that lead levels meet EPA requirements.

    Corrected at inspection
21. Medium-High risk6/16/2025

    HAR §17-892.1-32 — Activities and premises minimizes risk of accidental injury

    There was nothing blocking the access to the gym at the time of visit. The worker has observed the fence down on multiple occasions. The worker suggested you put up a swinging gate with a lock since the temporary fence was meeting the preschool's needs. The worker also suggest that you email the principal of the school to inform him of the problem with the access to the gym. Correction: Malamalama Environmental emailed a report to verify that lead levels meet EPA requirements.

    Corrected at inspection