Martinez-Lopez, Veronica

7.07(10)(p) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The first floor smoke and carbon monoxide detector need to be put back. Corrective action: Install the carbon monoxide and smoke detector.. Regulation: 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. Cited during: Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(10) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The edge of the bottom of a cabinet needs to have a protection so it does not pose a hazard to children.. The educator will ensure that there are no hazards exposed and accessible to children at any moment. Corrective action: I placed a protective foam strip on the edges.. Regulation: 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: Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(11) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The bottom of the stairs need gates to be placed Corrective action: Install a child safety barrier.. Regulation: Stairways. Stairways must be equipped with handrails. Cited during: Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(10)(l) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The water temperature measured above 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The educator will ensure to lower and maintain the water temperature below 120 degrees Fahrenheit at all times during childcare hours. Corrective action: Lower the tank temperature.. Regulation: Water Temperature. The licensee must provide running water in sinks used by children. Water temperature must not exceed 120 F. Cited during: Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(07)(d) — Physical Facility - Outdoors

The backyard has some items that need to be cleaned up. The educator will ensure that the backyard is free from hazards. Corrective action: I cleaned the patio, leaving it clean and safe.. Regulation: The outdoor play area must be free from hazards including but not limited to: a busy street, a parking lot, poisonous plants, water hazards, debris, broken glass, chipping, peeling or flaking paint, dangerous machinery or tools, and weather-related and environmental hazards or small objects that could present a choking hazard to young children. Any such hazard must be removed or fenced by a sturdy, permanently installed barrier which is at least four feet high or otherwise protected or removed, as appropriate. Cited during: Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(15)(d) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The first floor smoke and carbon monoxide detector need to be put back. Corrective action: Install the carbon monoxide and smoke detector.. Regulation: Smoke Detectors. Cited during: Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(10)(o) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The outlets in the main childcare spaces need to be covered. The educator will ensure to maintain all outlets that are accessible to the children covered at all times. Corrective action: I covered the electrical outlets. Regulation: 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. Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(10)(l) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The water temperature measured above 120F. The educator will ensure to lower and maintain the water temperature below 120F. Corrective action: Lower the temperature in the water tank. Regulation: Water Temperature. The licensee must provide running water in sinks used by children. Water temperature must not exceed 120 F. Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(04)(a)(03) — Administration

The evacuation logs were missing the effectiveness of the drills. The educator needs to add how long the evacuation drills took. Corrective action: I wrote down the time the evacuation lasted.. Regulation: documentation of regular evacuation drills, as required by 606 CMR 7.11(7)(h). Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.06(03)(b), 7.06(03)(a) — Administration

Two children need updated progress reports. Corrective action: I've already updated the reports. Regulation: Content. The progress report must be based on observations and documentation of the child’s progress in a range of activities over time and may include samples of the child’s work., Frequency Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Administration

There are some physicals and lead tests that need to be updated. The educator will ensure to maintain updated children's records. Corrective action: I've already updated the reports. Regulation: information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(10) — Physical Facility - Indoors

The water temperature around 130 degrees Fahrenheit. The educator will ensure to lower and maintain the water temperature below 120 degrees Fahrenheit at all times. Corrective action: Lower the water temperature in the water heater to the lowest setting which would be 120 f.. Regulation: 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: License Upgrade Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.08(06) — Administration

The educator needs to update the new address in the Parent Handbook and provide this information to the parents. Corrective action: send parent handbook to all parents with current address. Regulation: Written Information for Parents. The licensee must provide the following information to families in writing prior to enrollment of their child: Cited during: Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(07)(d) — Physical Facility - Outdoors

Steps leading to the backyard needs to have a covering on the side. The educator will ensure that there are no falling hazards for the childcare children. Corrective action: on the stairs we put up a temporary fix. By friday , the arrangement that will be stronger and more stable for the children will be ready and it will be permante.. Regulation: The outdoor play area must be free from hazards including but not limited to: a busy street, a parking lot, poisonous plants, water hazards, debris, broken glass, chipping, peeling or flaking paint, dangerous machinery or tools, and weather-related and environmental hazards or small objects that could present a choking hazard to young children. Any such hazard must be removed or fenced by a sturdy, permanently installed barrier which is at least four feet high or otherwise protected or removed, as appropriate. Cited during: Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).