Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center

“"During the inspection, it was determined that a Serious Incident was not reported in the Ohio statewide licensing system, as required, by the program administrator or designee for an incident(s). The following was observed: The DCY01299 was not completed when an unusual or unexpected incident jeopardized the safety of a child or employee (bomb threat). Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the program administrator or designee has completed the Serious Incident Report in the system, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“"During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored where children had access to it. The following was observed: Bleach Solution on countertop in Toddler 2 Swifter solution in Toddler 2 Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance or item is no longer accessible to children and/or children will not be outside when machinery is in use and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule."”

“In review of the children’s records, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for caring for at least one child, indicated on the Children's Records Review, with a condition that requires a DCY 01236 ""Health Care Plan Documentation & Permission to Administer Medication" or equivalent form. The following was observed: no health care plan for a child with asthma. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed DCY 01236 or equivalent form, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being. The following was observed: Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers (Pre-K & gym) Employee purses were hung in child cubbies (Toddler 1 classroom) Charging cords (Toddler 2 classroom) Batteries in cupboard (Toddler 1 classroom) Paper cutter in an accessible cabinet (Pre-K) Mop bucket of water in hallway of infant/toddler classrooms Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the records, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for completing a DCY 01299 “Incident/Injury Report”. The following was observed: Program information (program name, number, address) was incomplete on the DCY 01299. The child's birthdate was incomplete on the DCY 01299. The number of children present in the group at the time of the incident was incomplete on the DCY 01299. Whether or not parents were contacted was incomplete on the DCY 01299, Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member had not completed required health and safety training. was The following was observed: First Aid, CPR & Child Abuse had expired Staff had not completed First Aid & CPR Refer to the Employee Record Chart for the name(s) of the child care staff member(s) who must complete the required health and safety training(s). Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined the program did not have at least one child care staff member present/scheduled to be present during all hours of operation with currently valid documentation for health and safety trainings. The following was observed: No First Aid, CPR, Communicable Disease & Child Abuse Coverage form 6:00-7:00 am Monday - Friday. Refer to the Employee Record Chart for specific details. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes verification of complete coverage for any training listed, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that a medical food or topical product, sunscreen & diaper ointment, was within the reach of children in the Toddler 1 Room room. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the children's records, it was determined that the DCY 01236 “Health Care Plan Documentation & Permission to Administer Medication” or equivalent form did not meet the requirements of the rule. The following was observed: health care plans not updated annually. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of 25% of the children's records, it was determined that complete child immunization records were not on file, as required, for children listed on the DCY Children's Record Review for Child Care. The following was observed: Immunization record(s) were not on file at the center within thirty days of the child's first day of attendance Immunization record(s) were not updated no more than every thirteen months Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of 25% of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the DCY 01234 “Child Enrollment Form for Early Care and Education Programs” or equivalent form as required. The following was observed as missing: enrollment forms were not updated annually, Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, a ratio of 1 childcare staff member(s) for 13 children was determined to have occurred for the combined preschool/school age group when the situation in number(s) 1 & 7 below occurred: 1. A child care staff member stepped away from the group while they were outside. 2. A child care staff member had not arrived at work on time. 3. Children were present who were not scheduled to be there. 4. A child care staff member was unable to work. 5. A child was injured in that group. 6. A child arrived in the group before a second staff member was scheduled to arrive with the group. 7. Two groups were combined, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group. 8. A child was transitioning to the next older age group, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group. 9. Ratio was doubled for more than two hours while children were napping. 10. Ratio was doubled while children were napping for a group that included at least one infant. 11. Ratio was doubled while children were napping and there were not enough staff members in the building to meet staff/child ratio. 12. Ratio was doubled in the school age group to allow access to the program, however, the program does not serve only school age children. 13. Both child care staff members did not have a working communication device when one staff member left the group to allow access to the school age only program. 14. The child care staff member did not return to the group after allowing access to the school age only program. 15. Other [ ]. Additional child care staff members must be hired or current child care staff members must be rescheduled to maintain compliance. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, a ratio of 1 child care staff member(s) for 15 children was determined to have occurred for the Pre-K group when the situation in number(s) 15 below occurred: 1. A child care staff member stepped out of the room. 2. A child care staff member had not arrived at work on time. 3. Children were present who were not scheduled to be there. 4. A child care staff member was unable to work. 5. A child was injured in that group. 6. A child arrived in the group before a second staff member was scheduled to arrive with the group. 7. Two groups were combined, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group. 8. A child was transitioning to the next older age group, and the program did not follow the ratio for the youngest child in the group. 9. Ratio was doubled for more than two hours while children were napping. 10. Ratio was doubled while children were napping for a group that included at least one infant. 11. Ratio was doubled while children were napping and there were not enough staff members in the building to meet staff/child ratio. 12. Ratio was doubled in the school age group to allow access to the program, however, the program does not serve only school age children. 13. Both child care staff members did not have a working communication device when one staff member left the group to allow access to the school age only program. 14. The child care staff member did not return to the group after allowing access to the school age only program. 15. Other: not enough staff to cover the afternoon ratio when three children arrived from another preschool program on day two of the visit. Additional child care staff members must be hired or current child care staff members must be rescheduled to maintain compliance. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that a child's basic diapering needs were not being met in number(s)2 below: 1. Diapers were not checked and immediately changed when needed; 2. Diapers not checked regularly (observed in Brightwheel app); 3. Diapers not changed when found to be wet or soiled; 4. Other []. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the administrator was not responsible for creating or maintaining or did not implement the policies and procedures detailed in Appendix B of this rule in that diapers were not being changed as stated in their diapering policy. Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the method for tracking children in each group did not meet the requirements of the rule as noted in number(s) 5 below: 1. There was no method in place; 2. The method did not include each child's name; 3. The method did not include each child's date of birth; 4. The tracking method did not remain with the group at all times; 5. The tracking method was not updated throughout the day as children entered or left the group in that the School Age Room did not have one child marked out who had went to the Pre-K Room, the Pre-K Room did not have 3 children marked in who had transferred to their room from the SA & Toddler Room, the Toddler Room did not have children marked out who had went to the Pre-K Room & Infant classrooms and the Infant Room did not have children marked in who had arrived from the Toddler Room. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being as noted in number(s) 11 & 16 below: 1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers. 2. Open pull cords that are not closed loop. 3. Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care. 4. Electrical/extension cords attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled. 5. Stacked chairs. 6. Employee(s) purse(s). 7. Diaper bags. 8. Television not securely anchored. 9. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 10. Smoke detector needing batteries replaced. 11. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing (multi-colored pink rug & space rug in school age room). 12. An area rug presented a tripping hazard. 13. A floor surface that was unsafe in that [ ]. 14. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet in the [ ] classroom. 15. The platform provided for the toilet in the was not sturdy. 16. The platform provided for the toilet in the girls bathroom posed a safety hazard in that it had no gripping. 17. Telephone cords. 18. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child. 19. Emergency exits were blocked by the following classroom furniture: [ ]. 20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a child’s temperature. 21, Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards. 22. Other [ ]. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that child-care staff did not meet the basic needs of a child as noted in number 5 below: 1. Assisting children with toileting 2. Assisting children with handwashing 3. Assisting children with basic hygiene 4. Responding appropriately to a child in distress 5. Assisting a child wiping his/her nose 6. Washing a child’s face 7. Assisting a child in tying his/her shoes 8. Assisting a child in changing his/her clothes when needed 9. A child's developmental needs were not met 10. A child's behavioral needs were not met 11. Parental preferences, that were not in conflict with a licensing rule, were not followed Technical assistance was provided at the time of the inspection, and as discussed, please correct this rule noncompliance. A written response for this rule noncompliance is not required at this time.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that children were not protected from item(s) or condition(s) which may threaten their health, safety, or well-being as noted in number 4 below: 1. Surge protectors/outlets did not have childproof receptacle covers. 2. Open pull cords that are not closed loop. 3. Toys or other items small enough to be swallowed were present in the space where infants and/or toddlers were in care. 4, Electrical/extension cords attached to an object that would not likely result in a severe injury if pulled. 5. Stacked chairs. 6. Employee(s) purse(s). 7. Diaper bags. 8. Television not securely anchored. 9. Small or lightweight pieces of shelving units are not securely anchored to the wall. 10. Smoke detector needing batteries replaced. 11. An area rug did not have a nonskid backing. 12. An area rug presented a tripping hazard. 13. A floor surface that was unsafe. 14. No platform was provided for the sink or toilet in the classroom. 15. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the classroom was not sturdy. 16. The platform provided for the sink or toilet in the classroom posed a safety hazard. 17. Telephone cords. 18. Staff member stepped over a barrier/gate while holding a child. 19. Emergency exits were blocked by the classroom furniture. 20. A mercury thermometer was being used to take a child’s temperature. 21. Methods of ventilation used did not provide protection from rodents, insects, or other hazards. 22. Other. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”