A Mother's Touch Child Care & Learning Ctr

Has a personally labeled toothbrush with bristles in good condition, that is stored in a sanitary manner so that it does not touch another toothbrush and that its bristles are exposed to the air to dry;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-23, ended 2026-04-23). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall conduct a fire drill at least two times a month during its regular hours of operation, keeping a written record of the dates and times when fire drills are conducted.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-23, ended 2026-04-23). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

That the surface of the play area in an equipment use zone complies with the current Consumer Product Safety Commission's publication entitled "Public Playground Safety Handbook," publication # 325, sections 2.4. et seq. and 5.3. et seq. A licensee whose outdoor space was approved prior to July 1, 2014, and who remains in compliance with the previous rule, and who does not undergo renovation or relocation of the outdoor space, has until July 1, 2018, to comply with the current requirements.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-23, ended 2026-04-23). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Ensure that the premises, furnishings, equipment and supplies are in good repair and present no hazard to the health and safety of the children;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-23, ended 2026-04-23). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

That one qualified staff member who has completed the minimum approved training, is present in the infant/toddler program for at least half of the operating hours daily;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

After removing gloves used for any purpose.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Policies and procedures for safety, including prevention of injury both indoors and outdoors, fire safety, emergency response and, for programs serving infants, safe sleep practices;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-04). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall separate indoor areas regularly occupied by older children from children 24 months of age and under;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-05). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall ensure that families and employees can express concerns or make complaints without fear of retaliation; and.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

The children have adequate supervision at all times;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Use of screen media is prohibited with children under the age of two years.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-28). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Until a child is able to hold a bottle securely, a staff member shall hold the child while bottle feeding. When a child is no longer being held for feeding, the staff shall ensure that seating is age-appropriate and shall not prop bottles or allow the child to carry a bottle while moving about or walking.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Pillows or soft, fluffy bedding shall not be used for the child 12 months of age and under;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

For each mixed age group at a center, the center shall maintain the staff-to-child ratio and group size described in Table A of Appendix 78-1-E of this rule for the youngest child in the group; and

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-05). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall document that preservice training and orientation training was provided by having the staff member and center director sign a statement acknowledging receiving both preservice and orientation training and shall keep the statement in the staff member's file.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall secure from the employee a recent health assessment performed not more than 90 days prior to the date hired for the employee and signed by a licensed health care provider. The health assessment shall be on file no later than 30 days from the first date of employment. A health assessment for a volunteer shall be on file if the volunteer is scheduled to work at least 40 hours per month in the center. The health assessment shall include:

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-10-14). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Abuse Recognition and Prevention. Within three months of employment or use, staff members shall have training in child abuse recognition and prevention. Training in child abuse recognition and prevention may be used to meet the requirement for annual professional development described in this section.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. Within three months of employment or use staff members shall have current CPR certification appropriate to the age of the children in care and current first aid training. Except in the first year of employment or use, training in CPR and First Aid is in addition to the requirement for annual professional development.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-10-14). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A search shall be done of the state-based child and adult abuse and neglect registries and protective services databases in each state where the staff member or volunteer resided during the preceding five years. The same search shall be done in the state where the staff member or volunteer currently resides, and shall be repeated every five years.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-26). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Documentation that references have been verified including three references for the center director and two references for other staff members;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-11-24). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Ensure that the premises, furnishings, equipment and supplies are in good repair and present no hazard to the health and safety of the children;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Not Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-12). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

After toileting, handling diapers or assisting a child with toilet use;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Diapering and Toileting. A center shall ensure that diapering and toilet training follow the guidelines in Appendix 78-1-D of this rule.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

When hands are contaminated with body fluids;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-10-09, ended 2026-03-12). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-12-10). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).