DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

FAMILY HOME INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

FRANKLIN, PAULA M

000618335

(314) 361-7064

5737 BARTMER AVE
ST LOUIS
MO  63112

FRANKLIN, PAULA M



 

FRANKLIN, PAULA M

PFranklin1994@gmail.com


DENISE ELAYNE KOCH

6 WEEKS - 16 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

03/05/2024

10:23 AM

11:16 AM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2466489005


DocumentDocument-Date
DAILY SCHEDULE 07/12/1994
POLICIES 07/06/1994
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 06/13/1994
ASSISTANT APPROVAL REQUEST 05/13/2016
APPLICATION 03/29/2018
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 01/17/2019
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 01/22/2019
ASSISTANT REFERENCES 05/11/1994
CHILD CARE/DISCIPLINE POLICIES 07/06/1994
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 04/28/1994
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 04/28/1994
SAFETY PLAN 08/03/2021
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 09/27/2021
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 05/12/2022
SANITATION INSPECTION 04/19/2023
ANNUAL DECLARATION 07/11/2023
EQUIPMENT LIST 07/11/2023
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 07/11/2023




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 5
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 1
Total Children 5
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 5 MIXED Paula Franklin, provider, was present with five children, aged 5-months old, 8-months old, 9-months old, 2-years old and 3-years old.

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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by two broken/decapitated deer statue lawn ornaments, made out of stone or cement, were located in the outdoor play area and presented a hazard to the children. The heads of the statues were laying on a bench in the outdoor play space.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

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 was not in good condition in that two areas of the fence had gaps that could cause entrapment of arms and legs and could be a hazard to children. The gaps measured approximately 2 feet by 3 feet 4 inches. The facility was observed with a fence built with a large tree in the middle of the fence. The gaps were observed on both sides of the tree.
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
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Compliance Date

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by the gate enclosing the HVAC system was not attached to the house and presented a hazard to children. The fan blades were accessible to children.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by a handle to the door covering the basement steps, was not in good condition. The handle was not fully secured to the door and presented a hazard to children.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Outdoor equipment, climbing structure, in the outdoor play area was not in good condition as evidenced by a cracked surface was observed and could be a hazard to children.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.095 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 equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.115 Child Care Family and Household
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.145 Nighttime Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-400.155 Overlap Care of Children
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-400.165 Emergency School Closings
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-400.175 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.185 Health Care
Not Observed
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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Compliance
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.
Compliance
RSMo 210.252. Fire, safety, health and sanitation inspections, procedures - variances to rules granted when - rules authorized.
Compliance