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Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation

Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified Domain: Complaint investigation. Complaint Investigation. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(b), 7.04(05)(c), 7.09(09) — Staff Records

Staff Records documentation that the employee has the qualifications required under 606 CMR 7.09, including, but not limited to, health records, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(11);, copies of licenses, certifications and registrations held, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle operator’s license (if the staff member transports children) and EEC educator qualification;, documentation of orientation, training and professional development, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(15)(d-f), 7.09(16)(c) and 7.09(17)(a), and 7.11(1), 7.09 (18)(d), and 7.09(19)(b),as applicable;, All educators must attend an orientation to early education and care approved by the Department. Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(07), 7.04(08)(b), 7.06(05)(b), 7.10(09)(a)(05) — Children's Records

Children's Records Children’s Records. The licensee must maintain an individual written record for each child that includes:, For school age children, the licensee may accept either:, The licensee must obtain parental consent prior to contacting any outside social, educational or health care resource or service provider on behalf of an individual child. If such direct contacts are made by the program, the licensee must maintain a written record of such contacts and the results of such contacts., Whenever a child is considered for assignment in a fixed age group outside his chronologically defined age group, the licensee must: Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(13)(b)

The licensee must keep all equipment, materials, furnishings, toys, and games clean and in a safe, secure, and workable condition. Domain: Physical Facility - Outdoors. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.11(05)(f) — Record of injuries, behavior incidents, accidents, emergencies

Record of injuries, behavior incidents, accidents, emergencies The licensee must maintain a record of any unusual or serious incidents including but not limited to behavioral incidents, accidents, property destruction or emergencies. These reports must be reviewed by the licensee or Program Administrator on a monthly basis. Domain: Administration. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(10)(p), 7.07(10)(o) — Electric outlets covered, no frayed electrical cords. Carbon monoxide detector.

Electric outlets covered, no frayed electrical cords. Carbon monoxide detector. Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Approved carbon monoxide detectors must be located and maintained in the program in accordance with the provisions of the state fire safety code and guidelines., Electrical outlets. All electrical outlets within the reach of children younger than school age must be made inaccessible by use of a safety device or covering that prevents access to the receptacle openings. If the covering is a shock stop, it must be of adequate size to prevent a choking hazard. All electrical cords must be arranged so they are not a hazard to children. Electrical cords must not be frayed or damaged. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.11(18)(c)(01) — Plan for diapering and toilet training

Plan for diapering and toilet training A written plan for diapering and toilet training and for the disposal or cleaning of soiled clothing, linen, blankets and diapers must be developed, implemented and posted in diapering areas. Domain: Postings. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.09(17)(b)

Staff Supervision. The licensee must describe in writing and implement its plan for regular, ongoing supervision of all educators, as appropriate to their positions. Supervision must include, but not be limited to: Domain: Review of Written Materials. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.11(02)(e), 7.11(02)(c) — Medication Storage; Medication Container/Label

Medication Storage; Medication Container/Label Unless otherwise specified in a child’s individual health care plan, the educator must store all medications out of the reach of children and under proper conditions for sanitation, preservation, security and safety during the time the children are in care and during the transportation of children., All prescription medications must be in the containers in which they were originally dispensed and with their original labels affixed. Over-the-counter medications must be in the original manufacturer’s packaging. Domain: Health. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.11(10)(c)(03) — Staff and children wash hands: after toileting or diapering

Staff and children wash hands: after toileting or diapering after toileting or diapering; Domain: Health. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).