DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

THE BRAIN STATION

002324818

(636) 933-7355

450 BAILEY RD
CRYSTAL CITY
MO  63019-1820

BRAIN TRACKS, L.L.C.

PO BOX 161
CRYSTAL CITY
MO  63019

JONES, VERNITA

braintracksllc@gmail.com


BRITTANY HECHT

12 MONTHS - 12 YEARS

75

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

15 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

02/15/2022

10:45 AM

1:13 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2418253299


DocumentDocument-Date
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 07/31/2012
SAMPLE FORMS 08/15/2012
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 07/23/2012
POLICIES 07/31/2012
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 07/31/2012
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 07/31/2012
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 05/22/2012
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 05/22/2012
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 05/22/2012
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 05/22/2012
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 07/31/2012
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 07/31/2012
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 05/22/2012
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 05/22/2012
DAILY SCHEDULE 08/09/2012
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 07/31/2012
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 06/27/2016
APPLICATION 06/05/2018
STAFF SHEET 06/20/2018
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 12/20/2018
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 07/31/2012
EQUIPMENT LIST 09/22/2021
SANITATION INSPECTION 06/03/2021
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 05/13/2021
ANNUAL DECLARATION 08/20/2021
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 09/22/2021




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 14
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 12
Total Children 43
StaffChildClass AgeNote
5 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Ford Taylor, Designated Person in Charge Bobbi Taylor, Assistant Director Angela Thompson, Housekeeping Morgan Monia, Caregiver Brent Jones, Cook
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Destiny Blanks, Caregiver
4 32 PRESCHOOL Jamie McEntire, Madison Western, Brooklyn White & Alyssa Jackson - Caregivers 32 - 3-5 Year Olds
1 5 TWO YEAR OLDS Marie Null, Caregivers 5 - 2 Year Olds
1 6 TWO YEAR OLDS Kaylee Horton, Caregiver 6 - 2 Year Olds

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The walls located in the first I/T Unit Classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by paint was chipped exposing bare drywall paper by the soap dispenser.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by resilient material was not uniformly spread over the fall-zone area.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 7. states: Areas under and around outdoor equipment shall have continuous maintenance to ensure that the material remains in place and retains its cushioning properties. The resilient material shall be supplemented immediately or replaced as needed.
Correction Required
The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
2/15/2022
Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there were no paper towels.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 4. states: Paper towels, soap and toilet paper shall be provided and easily accessible so the children can reach them without assistance.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide paper towels, soap and toilet paper, accessible for children's use.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
2/15/2022
Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the mop closet in the I/T Unit was not lock/latch leaving the space accessible to children.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (C) states: Children shall have no access to areas not approved for child care.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Paint (Interior/Exterior). The item(s) was/were located behind the wall divider in the Lunch Room area.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (I) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
Correction Required
Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
2/15/2022
Violation
The walls located in the Girls Bathroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the door fronts were coming unattached from the door frame.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
A clear glass door was not marked plainly at varying heights as evidenced by the double doors to the Playground did not have the glass marked.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
2/15/2022
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Hand Sanitizer. The item(s) was/were located on shelves & in the cabinet near the boys bathroom.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (I) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
Correction Required
Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
2/15/2022
Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the Director's Office was not locked/latched leaving the space accessible to children.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (C) states: Children shall have no access to areas not approved for child care.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (2) (F) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.
Correction Required
Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The door, located in the I/T Unit, used as an exit from the facility was locked/latched and the lock/latch was not disengaged easily.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.087 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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (2) (F) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.
Correction Required
Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Furniture/equipment, the sink vanity, in the Orange Room was not in good condition as evidenced by the finish was coming off exposing bare particle board.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Furniture/equipment, the blue shelf, in the Computer Lab was not in good condition as evidenced by the paint was chipped exposing bare wood.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Furniture/equipment, a table, in Polka Dot Room was not in good condition as evidenced by the table leg had come unattached.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The requirements for first aid/CPR were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification for the requested/licensed capacity.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (T) states: The licensee shall have documentation on file at the facility of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training for a sufficient number of child care staff to ensure that there is one (1) caregiver at the facility for every twenty (20) children in the licensed capacity. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department.
Correction Required
Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2021, the staff listed need the following information: Kaylee Horton - 6 Clock Hours, Vernita Jones - 5 Clock Hours, Ford Taylor - 7 Clock Hours, Jamie McEntire - 5 Clock Hours & Angela Thompson - 4 Clock Hours.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for first aid/CPR were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification for the requested/licensed capacity.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (T) states: The licensee shall have documentation on file at the facility of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training for a sufficient number of child care staff to ensure that there is one (1) caregiver at the facility for every twenty (20) children in the licensed capacity. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department.
Correction Required
Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.152 Hourly Care Facilities
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Records were not available for inspection by the department upon request as evidenced by new Staff Files were not avaiable for Brooklynn White, Jamie McEntire, Destiny Blanks, Jazzmyne Cotton, Angela Thompson, Brent Jones & Alyssa Jackson.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (11) states: All records shall be available in the facility for inspection by the department upon request.
Correction Required
Records shall be available at the facility for inspection.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.040 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