DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

EAST MISSOURI ACTION AGENCY, INC.

000704492

(573) 334-5533

1111 LINDEN ST
CAPE GIRARDEAU
MO  63701

EAST MISSOURI ACTION AGENCY, INC.

PO BOX 658
CAPE GIRARDEAU
MO  63702

YOFFIE, KAREN DENISE

KYOFFIE@EASTMOAA.ORG

Incorporated

JESSICA SPENCER

36 MONTHS - 5 YEARS

91

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

 
Inspection Information

09/29/2021

12:11 PM

2:15 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2409446402


DocumentDocument-Date
ANNUAL DECLARATION 03/23/2021
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 03/23/2021
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 01/16/1996
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 10/03/2013
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 01/09/1996
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 01/22/1996
POLICIES 01/22/1996
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 01/09/1996
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 09/27/1995
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 01/22/1996
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 01/09/1996
DAILY SCHEDULE 01/09/1996
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 01/06/2015
APPLICATION 12/23/2019
EQUIPMENT LIST 03/23/2021
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 03/08/2018
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 02/20/2018
STAFF SHEET 02/28/2020
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 03/06/2018
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 02/24/2020
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 02/05/2020
SANITATION INSPECTION 04/01/2021




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Open Violations: 2
NOTE
The licensee is responsible for compliance with all licensing rules, including but not limited to the rules listed on this compliance report form.
Attendance at Time of Inspection
Total Staff 16
Total Children 51
StaffChildClass AgeNote
5 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Karen Yoffie-Director Esther Shutters-Family Advocate Eloise Hudson-Family Advocate Alexis Naeger-Teacher Tarrvacus Johnson-Assistant Cook
1 6 PRESCHOOL Caregiver, Megan Hammon with six children ages three to five years.
1 8 PRESCHOOL Caregiver, Georgia Jones-Webb with eight children ages three to five years of age.
1 7 PRESCHOOL Caregiver, Carol Mack with seven children ages three to five years of age.
2 6 PRESCHOOL Caregivers: Alma Gray and Rebecca Kaufman with six children ages three to five years of age.
2 7 PRESCHOOL Caregivers: Jasonee Hughes and Joan Bush with seven children ages three to five years of age.
1 6 PRESCHOOL Caregiver, Teresa Black with six children ages three to five years of age.
2 5 PRESCHOOL Caregivers: Jessie Wesselamnn and Stephanie Fraction with five children ages three to five years of age.
1 6 PRESCHOOL Caregiver, Erin Goettl with six children ages three to five years of age.

 
19 CSR 30-62.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.052 Annual Requirements
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.052 Annual Requirements (2) (A) states: Evidence of compliance with a fire and safety inspection as conducted by the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee.
Correction Required
The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.052 Annual Requirements (2) (B) states: Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.
Correction Required
The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
4/1/2021
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by one nail was protruding out of the cubby shelf located in Room 204.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (A) states: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
Correction Required
The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by one screw was protruding out of the air return vent.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (A) states: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
Correction Required
The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by an electrical plate was broken in that one electrical outlet in Room 202 was cracked, two electrical outlets in Room 203 were cracked and Class C's cubby room had one cracked electrical outlet.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (G) states: Protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets shall be used in areas accessible to the children.
Correction Required
The facility shall use outlet covers or twist-lock outlets as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
The walls located in Room 103 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the baseboard(s) were not attached.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
The walls located in Room 108 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the baseboard(s) were not attached.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
The floors located in Room 204 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by ten tiles were cracked with sharp edges.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
The walls located in Room 107 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the baseboard(s) were not attached.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
The walls located in Room 104 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the baseboard(s) were not attached.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
There was evidence of dirt/debris in Room 107. The dirt/debris was located on the couch and chair.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.
Correction Required
The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
There was evidence of dirt/debris in Room 108. Dirt/debris was located on the blue and white cubby shelf.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.
Correction Required
The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
There was evidence of dirt/debris in Room 203. The dirt/debris was located on the Lego table.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.
Correction Required
The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
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 between 3.5-6 inches and was located at the bottom of the gate.
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
5/18/2021
Violation
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by an electrical plate was broken in that the plate located in Class C was broken/cracked on the top and bottom (left side).
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (G) states: Protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets shall be used in areas accessible to the children.
Correction Required
The facility shall use outlet covers or twist-lock outlets as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The door, located in Room 101, used as an exit from the facility was locked.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety (4) (C) 3. states: No door in a means of egress shall be locked against egress travel when the building is occupied. Locking devices that impede or prohibit egress or that cannot be disengaged easily shall not be used. Dead bolt locks that require a key to unlock the door from the inside shall not be used. Locking or latching devices installed on doors shall not be located higher than fifty inches (50") above the finished floor.
Correction Required
Exit doors shall not be locked/impede exit from the building.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/18/2021
19 CSR 30-62.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Furniture/equipment, cubby shelf, in Class C cubby room was not in good condition as evidenced by the trim was coming unattached resulting in it not being easily cleanable.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and 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
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
Furniture/equipment, cubby shelves, in Room 202 was not in good condition as evidenced by four shelves had trim that was coming undone resulting in the shelves not being easily cleanable.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and 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
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
Furniture/equipment, cubby shelves, in Room 108 was not in good condition as evidenced by they were not easily cleanable. One shelf was peeling and one shelf has trim that was coming undone.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and 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
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/18/2021
19 CSR 30-62.102 Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2020, the staff listed need the following information: Alma Gray needs 5.5 hours.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.102 Personnel (3) (A) states: The center director, group child care home provider, all other caregivers, and those volunteers who are counted in staff/child ratios shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child-care related training during each calendar year. Clock hour training shall be approved by the department.
Correction Required
Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/28/2021
Violation
A facility orientation was not documented and available for review for all caregivers. The following staff need documentation of a facility orientation: Selina Cena, Jasonee Hughes, Meagan Johnson and Jessie Church/Wesselman.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.102 Personnel (1) (K) . states: The child care provider shall ensure that within seven (7) days of employment or volunteering and before being left alone with children that caregivers receive a facility orientation. The child care provider shall ensure that documentation verifying completion of the facility orientation is maintained and on file for review by the department for each caregiver. The facility orientation shall include:
Correction Required
The facility shall ensure that a facility orientation occurs within 7 days and documentation verifying completion is maintained and on file for review by the department for each caregiver.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/24/2021
19 CSR 30-62.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.122 Medical Examination Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for Jasonee Hughes as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (A) states: All persons working in a day care facility in any capacity during child care hours, including volunteers counted in staff/child ratios, shall be in good physical and emotional health with no physical or mental conditions which would interfere with child care responsibilities. These persons shall have a medical examination report, signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of a licensed physician, on file at the facility at the time of initial licensure or within thirty (30) days following employment.
Correction Required
Medical reports shall be on file as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/18/2021
Violation
A medical examination report did not include a completed Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form for Jasonee Hughes.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . states: Medical examination reports shall include a “Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis” form, included herein, completed and signed by a health care professional, as provided by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (MDHSS). If the person has signs or symptoms of tuberculosis, or risk factors for tuberculosis, then testing for tuberculosis shall occur.
Correction Required
TB reports shall be on file as required

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/18/2021
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements for immunization reports on file were not met as evidenced by required immunizations verifying the type of vaccine and the month, day and year of administration was not on file for one child(ren).
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.192 Health Care (4) (A) states: No child shall be permitted to enroll in or attend any day care facility caring for ten (10) or more children unless the child has been immunized adequately against vaccine preventable childhood illnesses specified by the department in accordance with recommendations of the Immunization Practices Advisory Committee (ACIP). The parent or guardian of the child shall provide satisfactory evidence of the required immunizations. Satisfactory evidence means a statement, certificate or record from a physician or other recognized health facility or personnel, stating that the required immunizations have been given to the child and verifying the type of vaccine and the month, day and year of administration.
Correction Required
Child immunization requirements shall be on file as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/18/2021
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
19 CSR 30-63.020 General Requirements
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Criminal background check results were not on file for Jane Diggs, Alexis Naeger and Jessie Church/Wesselman.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-63.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a family child care home, group child care home, child care center, or license-exempt facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.
Correction Required
Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/27/2021
19 CSR 30-63.040 Background Screening Findings
Compliance
RSMo 210.115. Reports of abuse, neglect, and under age eighteen deaths — persons required to report — supervisors and administrators not to impede reporting — deaths required to be reported to the division or child fatality review panel, when — report made to another state, when. —
Compliance
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance