Brown, Heather dba Heather Brown's Daycare

R430-90-9(21) — Fence gaps

The Licensee was out of compliance with R430-90-9(21) by having gaps five by five inches or greater in or under the outdoor area fence. In the outdoor play area, there were several areas of the fence that had gaps larger than five by five inches. This was a repeat rule noncompliance as noted on 2/23/2024. Inspection: Unannounced, Annual Inspection. Civil money penalty: $200. Correction status: Correction Verified. Correction action: On March 26, 2026, the licensor verified the Licensee ensured that there is no gap five by five inches or greater in or under the outdoor area fence or barrier, as stated in rule.

R430-90-9(20)(a)-(e) — Hazards that need to be fenced

The Licensee was out of compliance with R430-90-9(20)(a)-(e) by not ensuring that hazards are separated from the children's outdoor area with a fence, wall, or solid natural barrier that is at least four feet high. In the outdoor play area, there was a large snowblower accessible. Inspection: Unannounced, Annual Inspection. Civil money penalty: $200. Correction status: Correction Verified. Correction action: On March 26, 2026, the licensor verified that the Licensee ensured heavy machinery hazards were separated from the children's outdoor area with a fence, wall, or solid natural barrier that was at least four feet high, as stated in rule.

R430-90-13(17) — Hot water

The provider was out of compliance with this rule by not ensuring that hot water accessible to children does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit. In the bathroom, the hot water reached 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Inspection: Unannounced, Annual Inspection. Correction status: Correction Verified. Correction action: On 1/29/2025, the licensor verified the provider ensured that hot water accessible to children does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit, as stated in rule.