DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

HARDKNOCKS NURSERY & EDUCATION CENTER LLC

002903577

(314) 724-4752

2626 UNION BLVD
ST LOUIS
MO  63113-1002

HARDKNOCKS NURSERY & EDUCATION CENTER LLC



 

GLOVER, R CHRISTINE

hardknocksnurseryllc@aol.com


MICHELLE (SHELLEY) TRUESDALE

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

44

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

16 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

11/15/2022

11:30 AM

12:40 PM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2429491673


DocumentDocument-Date
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 02/15/2022
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 02/14/2022
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 08/05/2021
DAILY SCHEDULE 09/14/2021
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 08/05/2021
APPLICATION 02/06/2022
EQUIPMENT LIST 10/29/2021
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 10/29/2021
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 10/29/2021
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 12/21/2021
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 12/21/2021
STAFF SHEET 12/30/2021
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 12/15/2021
POLICIES 11/03/2021
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 10/20/2021
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 10/20/2021
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 10/29/2021
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 11/03/2021
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 02/16/2022
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 02/16/2022
LICENSING ORIENTATION 08/08/2018
SANITATION INSPECTION 10/27/2021
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 10/29/2021
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 02/16/2022
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 02/07/2022
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 02/15/2022
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 02/14/2022




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 4
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 8
Total Children 31
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS JL & FP with children ages 2 - 23-months-old
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS KM & ST with children ages 14 - 23-months-old
1 7 MIXED Caregiver TD with children ages 2 - 3-years-old
2 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Director CG and LLC Member FS present today
1 8 PRESCHOOL Caregiver LM with children ages 3 - 5-years-old

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The infant/toddler space had partition(s) that were not stable in that a baby gate/fence is not anchored/attached to the cubbies that separate the rest of infant/toddler space.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B. (V) states: In facilities initially licensed for infant/toddler care after the effective date of these rules or facilities adding new infant/toddler space, no more than twenty four (24) infants/toddlers and/or two (2)-year olds shall be in a room. A room shall be defined as an area separated from other parts of the building by floor-to-ceiling walls. Stable partitions a minimum of four feet (4') in height shall be used to separate the infant/toddler or two (2)-year old groups, or both, in a room;
Correction Required
The infant/toddler space shall be separated by floor-to-ceiling walls, have stable partitions, and care for no more than 24 children at one time.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by a window to the left of the infant/toddler unit door is cracked.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
An infant was observed sleeping in a/an swing.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. I states: Sitting devices such as car safety seats, strollers, swings, infant carriers, infant slings, and other sitting devices shall not be used for sleep/nap time. Infants who fall asleep anywhere other than a crib, portable crib, or playpen shall be placed in the crib or playpen for the remainder of their sleep or nap time.
Correction Required
Infants shall only sleep in a crib, portable crib, or playpen.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
11/15/2022
Violation
Requirements for feeding equipment for infants and toddlers who are unable to sit at a table were not met as evidenced by no restraints are used.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (C) 2. states: Infants and toddlers. Infants and toddlers who are unable to sit at a table shall have one (1) piece of mealtime feeding equipment for every four (4) infant/toddlers which may include feeding tables, high chairs, infant seats or other safely designed infant seating equipment. Equipment shall be provided which will allow the child to sit comfortably and securely while being fed. Appropriate restraints shall be used.
Correction Required
Safe and secure feeding equipment shall be provided as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
11/15/2022
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: JP & FP
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 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 facility orientation shall include:
Correction Required
The facility shall ensure that a facility orientation occurs within 7 days of employment or volunteering and before caregivers are left alone with children.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
9/13/2022
Violation
Clock hour training records were not recorded in the Missouri Professional Development Registry (MOPD Registry).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (3) (F) 2. states: All clock hour training records shall be recorded in the Missouri Professional Development Registry (MOPD Registry) at www.OPENInitiative.org. A summary of training from the MOPD System will serve as documentation of training hours completed.
Correction Required
Required training hours shall be documented for each employee on the MOPD Registry.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
9/13/2022
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were 3/16/22 & 4/21/22.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, shall require a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of a licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School)form, revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.
Correction Required
Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for KM as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (A) states: All persons working in a child 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

Violation
A medical examination report did not include either a completed Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) within 12 months of the individual's begin date at the facility for the following staff: KM.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . states: Medical examination reports shall include either a Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment form, completed and signed by a health care professional, or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) completed not more than twelve (12) months before beginning work in the facility. The Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment form, revised March 2014, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, PO Box 570, Jefferson City, MO 65102 and available by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services at https://health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/communicable/tuberculosis/tbmanual/pdf/RiskAssessmentform.pdf. If the person has signs or symptoms of tuberculosis, or risk factors for tuberculosis, then testing for tuberculosis shall occur.
Correction Required
Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberulin skin test (TST) as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
9/13/2022
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The driver of a vehicle used to transport children was not qualified as evidenced by Ms. Swopes reported that Jason Petty was the driver for today's field trip and that he does not have a Class E drivers license did not have a valid driver's license (Class E or CDL).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips (2) (A) states: The driver of any vehicle used to transport children shall be no less than eighteen (18) years of age and shall have a valid driver's license as required by Missouri law.
Correction Required
The driver of any vehicle used to transport children shall meet age and licensing requirements.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
9/13/2022
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
2 child(ren) records did not include address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (C) states: Name, address and telephone number of another individual (friend or relative) who might be reached in an emergency when the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian cannot be reached;
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
9/13/2022
Violation
2 child(ren) records did not include telephone number of family physician or hospital.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (D) states: Name and phone number of the family physician, hospital, or both, to be used in an emergency;
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
9/13/2022
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Criminal background check results were not on file for FP.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care 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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
9/13/2022
5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Not Observed
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. —
Not Observed
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Not Observed