DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

A STEP AHEAD CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER, LLC

002505131

(417) 345-1115

410 W BENTON ST
BUFFALO
MO  65622-7536

A STEP AHEAD CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER, LLC



 

BADGETT, CAROLEE F

a.stepahead@yahoo.com


AMY BANNING

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

20

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

4 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

09/27/2018

N/A

N/A

N/A

COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION

2340567593


DocumentDocument-Date
APPLICATION 01/03/2017
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 02/23/2015
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 02/23/2015
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 02/23/2015
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 02/23/2015
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 02/23/2015
EQUIPMENT LIST 01/03/2017
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 02/23/2015
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 11/18/2014
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 11/18/2014
STAFF SHEET 01/03/2017
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 03/16/2015
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 03/16/2015
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 03/16/2015
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 11/18/2014
POLICIES 02/23/2015
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 12/18/2014
DAILY SCHEDULE 03/20/2015
SAMPLE FORMS 02/23/2015
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 11/28/2017
SANITATION INSPECTION 03/22/2018

Overlap Start TimeOverlap End TimeOverlap Submit Date
  11:15AM   12:15PM   8/15/2016
  3:30PM   4:30PM   8/15/2016



Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Open Violations: NA
NOTE
The licensee is responsible for compliance with all licensing rules, including but not limited to the rules listed on this compliance report form.

 
19 CSR 30-62.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.042 Initial Licensing Information
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.052 License Renewal
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
A clear glass door was not marked plainly at varying heights as evidenced by there was nothing posted or hanging on the door to avoid impact.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 3. states: Clear glass doors shall be marked plainly at varying heights to avoid impact.
Correction Required
Clear glass doors shall be marked as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
9/24/2018
Violation
The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence had openings that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 5 inches between the fence and pole.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 1. states: A fenced outdoor play area shall be available on or adjoining the day care property. The play area shall be located so it is convenient and the children can gain access to it without hazard. For facilities initially licensed after the effective date of these rules or for the installation of new fences in existing facilities, the fence shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. Fences shall be constructed to prevent children from crawling or falling through or becoming entrapped.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
9/24/2018
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by a railroad tile had a gap that measured 4 inches by 9 inches.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 4. states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
9/24/2018
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by a screw was protruding from the deck rail.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 4. states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
9/24/2018
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by a tarp was exposed which could be a tripping hazard.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 4. states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
9/24/2018
19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Outdoor equipment, sand bucket, in the outside toy box was not in good condition as evidenced by the bottom was cracked.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
9/24/2018
Violation
Outdoor equipment, green toy basket, in the outdoor space hanging on the fence was not in good condition as evidenced by the handle was cracked.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
9/24/2018
19 CSR 30-62.102 Personnel
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.152 Hourly Care Facilities
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.192 Health Care
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.222 Records and Reports
Compliance
RSMo 210.003 Immunizations of children required, when, exceptions--duties of administrator, report--notification of parents, when.
Compliance