DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

FAMILY HOME INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

SPRING GARDEN CHILDCARE CENTER

001901393

(314) 662-2356

10633 SPRING GARDEN DR
ST LOUIS
MO  63137-4430

A NEW GENERATION LLC



 

COLLINS, VIVIAN

TLC59900@AOL.COM


NANCY SMITH

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

10

FAMILY HOME

IF ONLY 4 CHILDREN PRESENT, ALL CHILDREN MAY BE UNDER AGE 2 WITH 1 ADULT CAREGIVER; UP TO 10 CHILDREN IN CARE NO MORE THAN 2 CHILDREN UNDER AGE 2 WITH 1 ADULT CAREGIVER; UP TO 10 CHILDREN IN CARE NO MORE THAN 4 CHILDREN UNDER AGE 2 WITH 2 ADULT CAREGIVERS; UP TO 6 CHILDREN IN CARE NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN UNDER AGE 2 WITH 1 ADULT CAREGIVER
 
Inspection Information

07/13/2023

12:55 PM

2:06 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2450696330


DocumentDocument-Date
ANNUAL DECLARATION 07/13/2023
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 07/13/2023
SAFETY PLAN 06/09/2022
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 12/27/2012
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 07/01/2011
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 07/01/2011
DAILY SCHEDULE 07/01/2011
CHILD CARE/DISCIPLINE POLICIES 07/01/2011
ASSISTANT APPROVAL REQUEST 05/05/2015
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 03/31/2015
SANITATION INSPECTION 05/24/2022
APPLICATION 05/02/2019
EQUIPMENT LIST 07/13/2023
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 04/25/2023




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 17
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 2
Total Children 9
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 9 MIXED Assistant, Shari Chaffin present with nine children, ages 6-months-old to 9-years-old
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Provider, Vivian Collins arrived about 1:30pm

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-400.025 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Vivian Collins, Sammie Mensey, Fredneisha Johnson, Shari Chaffen, and Germeia Dennis within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements (2) (C) states: The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry check for all child care staff members within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date as printed on the license.
Correction Required
Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.055 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

5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The floors located in the baby room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by there were two large chunks of flooring missing .
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (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
4/27/2023
Violation
The walls located in the back room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by there was a large area of peeling paint.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (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
4/27/2023
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by there is a cable cord hanging down across the yard within reach of the children, caused by a recent storm.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (3) (A) 5. 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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
7/13/2023
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 large enough for a child to crawl or fall through - the opening measured the gate that leads to the street was open.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (3) (A) 1. states: An 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. It shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. For family day care homes 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. 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 and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
4/27/2023
5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The requirements for protective outlet covers were not met as evidenced by there was no outlet cover/plate in the front room by the play kitchen and in the back rom next the baby crib.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety 11 (B) states: Protective covers or inserts for electrical receptacles shall be installed in all areas occupied by children.
Correction Required
The facility shall use protective outlet covers as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-400.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by no aisle was provided on the long side of napping equipment.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials 1 (B) 1 E states: Sleeping equipment shall be arranged to provide at least a two-foot (2') aisle on one (1) long side of the equipment.
Correction Required
The facility shall maintain a two-foot (2') aisle as required.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
7/13/2023
5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
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: Shari Chaffen needs 3 more hours.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (4) (A) states: The provider shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child care-related training during each calendar year. Any assistant who works or volunteers more than five (5) hours per week shall meet the same training requirements. Clock hour training shall be approved by the department.
Correction Required
Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2022, the staff listed need the following information: Fredneisha Johnson needs 12hrs, Sammie Mensey needs 12hrs, Shari Chaffen needs 12hrs, Vivian Collins needs 12hrs, and Germeia Dennis needs 6hrs.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (4) (A) states: The provider shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child care-related training during each calendar year. Any assistant who works or volunteers more than five (5) hours per week shall meet the same training requirements. Clock hour training shall be approved by the department.
Correction Required
Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
A facility orientation was not documented and available for review for all caregivers. The following staff need documentation of a facility orientation: Germeia Dennis .
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (J) . 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 employed on or after August 30, 2019, 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 provider 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 CSR 25-400.115 Child Care Family and Household
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.125 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 Various (Child B ,Child C, Child D, Child H, and Child I).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of 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), 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 did not contain all required information as evidenced by Shari Chaffen's medical exams needs the yes/no box completed.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (1) (G) states: The medical examination report form shall be supplied by the department or the provider may use his/her own form if it contains all the information on the department's form. The Medical Examination Report for Caregivers and Staff 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
Medical reports shall be on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.145 Nighttime Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.155 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.165 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.175 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.185 Health Care
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements for immunization reports on file were not met as evidenced by 1 immunization record(s) was/were not on file .
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.185 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 adequately immunized against vaccine preventable childhood illnesses specified by the department in accordance with recommendations of 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 completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-400.190 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.200 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
4 child(ren) records did not include field trip and transportation authorization.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (F) states: Field trip and transportation authorization.
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
4 child(ren) records did not include telephone number of family physician or hospital.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (D) states: Name and phone number of the family physician, or 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

Violation
2 child(ren) records did not include address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 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

Violation
1 child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
7/13/2023
Violation
4 child(ren) records did not include full name, home address, employers name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers’ name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers.
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
5 child(ren) records did not include date care begins and ends.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (2) (A) states: The child’s full name, address, birth date and the date care begins and ends.
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The provider failed to maintain accurate records to meet administrative requirements as evidenced by one children did not have enrollment forms.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (1) states: The child care provider shall maintain accurate records to meet administrative requirements and to ensure knowledge of the individual needs of children and their families.
Correction Required
Accurate records shall be maintained.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Daily attendance records were not maintained on file as required as evidenced by there were no caregiver/volunteer attendance records.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (6) states: Daily attendance records for all caregivers shall be maintained and kept on file a minimum of one (1) year.
Correction Required
Caregiver/Volunteer attendance records shall be maintained and retained as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Daily attendance records were not maintained on file as required as evidenced by there was no child attendance record for all child(ren).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (5) states: Daily child attendance records shall be maintained and kept on file a minimum of one (1) year.
Correction Required
Child attendance records shall be maintained and retained as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

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
RSMo 210.252. Fire, safety, health and sanitation inspections, procedures - variances to rules granted when - rules authorized.
Compliance