Safe Space Childcare

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) · Short Term

Licensor observed cords from a lamp and heater in the garage underneath the garage door, but accessible to kids in the licensed space. Provider stated she has zip ties and will fix it soon.

Fire safety

WAC 110-300-0170(3)(i) · Short Term

Fire extinguisher was purchased 07/2024. Needs to be serviced.

Food allergies and special dietary needs

WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious

Child was observed to have a food allergy and the Individual Health Care Plan-FARE from the doctor but the form did not have signatures by the doctor nor parent/guardian on the form.

First-aid—CPR certification and supplies

WAC 110-300-0230(3) · Long Term

First Aid kit was missing Ace Bandage.

Diaper changing areas, privacy, and disposal

WAC 110-300-0221(4)(a) / 110-300-0221(4)(b) · Short Term

Diaper pail was observed to not be in the restroom and was outside. According to the provider she bags the diapers up individually. The hands-free diaper pail was observed in the backyard (inaccessible space to children).

Medication

WAC 110-300-0215(3) / 110-300-0215(3)(a)(i) · Serious

There was no medication form observed for a child that has medication for a food allergy. The form also needs to have the log in the file as well. Form must be completely filled out and signed by the parent and the doctor for the medications (zyrtec and epi-pen). In the restroom top drawer there was toothpaste and facial cleanser/creams accessible to children.

Medication

WAC 110-300-0215(3)(c) · Serious

There was no medication form observed for a child that has medication for a food allergy. The form also needs to have the log in the file as well. Form must be completely filled out and signed by the parent and the doctor for the medications (zyrtec and epi-pen). In the restroom top drawer there was toothpaste and facial cleanser/creams accessible to children. Short 110-300-0145(1) Term

Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space

WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious

Little Tikes Slide was oberved in the yard turned over and on grass. The yard does not have any other ground covering other than grass in the yard.

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) / 110-300-0165(3)(f) / 110-300-0165(3)(g) / 110-300-0165(4)(e) / 110-300-0165(5)(b) · Short Term / Serious

Cording in kitchen main space was observed to be loose for the lamp in the space. Cording in room for the Xfinity Box and cable was observed loose and not secure. The cording can form loops. A roll of plastic bags was oberved in the restroom drawer and accessible to children. Cubbies require securing. Kitchenettes and shelving units required securing in rooms. In bedroom with xfinity cable box and cable there was chipping paint observed around the closet door. Washer and Dryer is housed in a closet next to the restroom. The door was observed to be unlocked and the washer and dryer had not latch on it. Water in the restroom was checked at the beginning of the visit and was at 127.9 degrees for the right sink and 128.3 for the left sink. The sink on the right did not have any running cold water which was fixed by the providers husband. Provider's husband worked on water and turned the hot water down the licensor rechecked the water prior to leaving the home and it was at 124.2 right sink and 123.8 the left sink which was an hour and 8 minutes after the licensor had arrived for the visit. The outlet in the restroom was observed not be GFCI. Licensor discussed with provider if they are not using the outlet then to cover it with a blank faceplate. But if they are going to use it then ensure it is changed out to be GFCI and Tamper Resistant.

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious

Licensor reviewed MERIT prior to going to the visit and noted the missing training for assistant, Z.M and the provider, H.M. The licensor informed the provider, H.M during the visit that her assistant was missing Safe Sleep Training that it expired 6/13/2024. The licensor also informed her to just let her know that she needed to complete it even though she currently is not and has not been working at the program. Licensor requested that provider create a file for her assistant even if she has not started working yet so the information could be verified in the MERIT system (CPR/First Aid, Food Handlers) Licensor also informed her that Z.M's BBP was expired as well according to MERIT. Licensor informed the provider she was missing: Safe Sleep expired 6/6/2024; BBP expired 6/4/2024; Food Handlers expired 6/6/2024and thea she would need to get these items done. Licensor informed provider that she would provide her with the link for BBP. https://wisha-training.lni.wa.gov/Training/articulate/BBPathogens/story.html

Child records

WAC 110-300-0460(4)(a) / 110-300-0460(4)(e) / 110-300-0460(4)(f) · Short Term

Children files were observed to be missing: Start dates, Agreement forms, health history, Individual Care Form for Food Allergy and Special Needs, Immunization record, address missing from medical consent, dettnal exam date, dental phone number and/or address, authorized pick up person.

Postings

WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2) · Long Term

Floor plans were not observed posted in all licensed spaces. Wording regarding where emergency information for staff was not posted. There was no daily scheduele posted.

Clean and healthy environment

WAC 110-300-0240(2) / 110-300-0240(2)(a) · Short Term

Kitchen floor observed to be peeling and there is unsealed flooring in areas./uncleanable surface.