U. S. Tae Kwondo Center

7.04(17)(k), 7.09(17)(a), 7.12(02) — Administration

The Staff Meeting documentation did not include the start and end time of the meetings making it difficult to assess compliance. Corrective action: From now on, all staff meetings documentation will include both start and end time for each meeting to ensure full and accurate recordkeeping. The program Director and Site coordinator will review all staff meeting documentation to maintain adequate records.. Regulation: Staff Meetings. In programs with four or more staff the licensee must develop and follow a written plan and must document regular staff meetings of at least two hours per month to consult with educators on program issues; program planning; policies and procedures; parent communication; implementation of the regulations; children’s behaviors and meeting the individual needs of children., Educator Orientation. The licensee must provide and document orientation for all employees., All educators must receive basic training in the following: Cited during: Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.10(01), 7.10(02), 7.10(03), 7.10(04), 7.10(09) — Care of Children

On the day of the visit the attendance record in Room 1 had children signed out prior to children them leaving the program. The attendance in Room 5 had 9 children signed in while there were only 6 children present. Corrective action: Immediate correction: Staff were reminded that attendance must be recorded in real time. All classrooms corrected their attendance records immediately to reflect accurate counts. Staff training: All staff will receive retraining on EEC attendance policies, emphasizing that children must only be signed in upon arrival and children must only be signed out at the exact time they physically leave. Training will include real-life scenarios and compliance expectations. The director will conduct random daily attendance checks.. Regulation: daily attendance records indicating each child’s attendance, including arrival and departure times;, The licensee must maintain sufficient numbers of qualified staff to promote the health, safety, growth and development of each child. Assignment of staff must take into account the physical environment, requirements of the activities children are engaged in, and the developmental levels and behavioral traits of children in care., Ratios: The program must have the number of educators necessary to:, Staff to Be Included in Ratios., Multi-Age Grouping. A group of children ranging in age from birth through thirteen years (or sixteen years, if such children have special needs), may be assigned on an ongoing basis to a single group, provided all provisions of 606 CMR 7.10(4) are met. The Multi-Age Grouping ratios and group sizes specified at 606 CMR 7.10(4)(d – h) may be used by:, Additional Provisions for Large Group and School Age Child Care. Cited during: Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.13(04)(j) — Transportation

On the day of the visit one driver did have a transportation log and they did not record the time children boarded or when they got off the van. Corrective action: The driver was immediately reminded of the requirement to complete transportation logs in full, including exact boarding and drop-off times. Drivers were reminded on transportation requirements: Accurate completion of transportation logs in real time Recording the exact time each child boards and exits the vehicle Ensuring accountability and child safety during transport. The Program Director or designee will review transportation logs daily to ensure completeness and accuracy.. Regulation: the driver of the vehicle takes attendance before and after each trip and conducts a complete vehicle inspection after every trip to ensure that children are not left alone in a vehicle at any time; Cited during: Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(17)(p)(04) — Emergency Preparedness

The program did not have emergency procedures posted near the exits on the day of the visit. Corrective action: Emergency procedures (including fire evacuation, medical emergency, and relocation plans) were immediately printed and posted near all classroom and facility exits. Staff were reminded of the importance of having the procedures posted and visible.. Regulation: next to each exit, emergency and evacuation procedures. Cited during: Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.11(03) — Health

Two children with chronic medical conditions did not have Individual Health Care Plans on file on the day of the visit. Corrective action: The parents were contacted and given a 2 week deadline to provide a current IHCP. During the monthly review of the children's checklist, any IHCP due to expire within 30 days must be renewed so there is no lapse.. Regulation: Individual Health Care Plans The licensee must maintain as part of a child’s record, an individual health care plan for each child with a chronic medical condition, which has been diagnosed by a licensed health care practitioner. The plan must describe the chronic condition, its symptoms, any medical treatment that may be necessary while the child is in care, the potential side effects of that treatment, and the potential consequences to the child’s health if the treatment is not administered. Cited during: Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.11(02)(l)(05), 7.11(02)(l)(04), 7.11(02)(l)(03), 7.11(02)(l)(02), 7.11(02)(l)(01) — Medication

The program did not have parental consent to administer medication for 2 children with medications required by Individual Health Care Plans. Corrective action: Obtained written parental consent forms for both children requiring medication, verified that all required medication authorization forms are now completed, signed, and on file, and ensure all are properly labeled. During enrollment, these documents will be mandatory. A monthly check up of the children's checklist will be done to ensure ongoing compliance.. Regulation: Type of Medication: Topical, non-Prescription (not applied to open wounds or broken skin) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No. Items not applied to open wounds or broken skin may be supplied by program with notification to parents of such, or parents may send in preferred brands of such items for their own child(ren)’s use. Logging Required: No for items not applied to open wounds or broken skin., Type of Medication: Topical, non-Prescription (when applied to open wounds or broken skin) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature, Type of Medication: Unanticipated Non-Prescription for Mild Symptoms (e.g., acetaminophen, ibuprofen, antihistamines) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature, Type of Medication: Oral Non-Prescription Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed weekly with dosage, times, days and purpose Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature. Missed doses must also be noted along with the reason(s) why the dose was missed., Type of Medication: All Prescription Written Parental Consent Required: Yes Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: Yes. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed. Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature. Missed doses must also be noted along with the reason(s) why the dose was missed. Cited during: Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor)

The water dispenser located in the young preschool room was not secured and could pose a tipping hazard for children. Corrective action: The water dispenser and all objects will be securely anchored to the wall with screws and L brackets. The staff will conduct daily safety checks on the water dispenser and other objects that are a tipping hazard to ensure compliance.. Regulation: Outdoor Space. The licensee must maintain, or have access to, an outdoor play area of at least 75 square feet per child who is outside at any one time., Indoor Space. The indoor space must be clean, safely maintained, well-ventilated and well-lit, of sufficient size for the children served, and must encourage play and learning. Cited during: Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.11(01) — Administration

The program did not have evidence to show that all Educators have completed the required EEC Essential Trainings 2.0. Corrective action: Current documentation was collected and organized to verify completed trainings. Educators who have not completed the required EEC Essential Trainings 2.0 have been instructed to complete all required modules by 4/24/26. Monthly review of new checklist will ensure future compliance.. Regulation: Training. All educators must be trained in the program’s emergency and evacuation procedures, in standard precautions and in medication administration procedures. Cited during: Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.06(01)(c)(03) — Equipments and Materials

The program did not have sufficient materials and equipment accessible to children on the day of the visit Corrective action: Materials have been ordered. Every month the Director will inventory every classroom to restock materials. Also, more materials will be bought monthly until there are sufficient materials for the children. A budget for materials has been established to ensure this.. Regulation: materials and equipment are visible and readily accessible to the children in care and are arranged to promote independent access by children; Cited during: Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.13(04)(j) — Transportation

Review of documentation of post trip inspections revealed that the program was not conducting a second post trip inspection, by a second reviewer, as required by EEC Transportation Policy. Corrective action: There is now an additional line for a second signature on each drivers route sheet. A second staff member will ensure the buses are empty before signing the drivers route sheet.. Regulation: the driver of the vehicle takes attendance before and after each trip and conducts a complete vehicle inspection after every trip to ensure that children are not left alone in a vehicle at any time; Cited during: Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(13)(d), 7.07(01), 7.07(02), 7.07(10) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The stall door in one bathroom, used by children, was hanging off the hinges and could pose a danger to children Corrective action: The bathroom stall has been bolted to the wall.. Regulation: All play equipment, fences and structures must be free of entrapment hazards., The licensee must ensure that the physical facilities are safe, clean, in good repair and free from hazards and clutter. The licensee must monitor the environment daily to identify and remove or repair any hazards that may cause injury to children. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions., Building Inspection. Every program that is not located in a residence and every program that has a licensed capacity of more than 10 children must provide a certificate of inspection from the Department of Public Safety or the local building inspector certifying that the facility complies with the State Building Code (780 CMR). The certificate must indicate the following:, Indoor Space. The indoor space must be clean, safely maintained, well-ventilated and well-lit, of sufficient size for the children served, and must encourage play and learning. Cited during: Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(02), 7.07(03) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The programs Building Inspection Certificate was expired on the day of the visit. On that day the program did not have evidence of a current fire inspection. Corrective action: The Building Inspector is scheduled to inspect the premises 3/21/25. The new building inspection report will be uploaded immediately. The new building inspection will be posted outside the main office. The new building inspection will also be uploaded to the document library.. Regulation: Building Inspection. Every program that is not located in a residence and every program that has a licensed capacity of more than 10 children must provide a certificate of inspection from the Department of Public Safety or the local building inspector certifying that the facility complies with the State Building Code (780 CMR). The certificate must indicate the following:, Fire Inspection. Every program not located in a residence must submit evidence of compliance with applicable fire codes. Cited during: Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).