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MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD - CHILD CARE COMPLIANCE

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION OF SUBSTANTIATED STATUTE OR RULE VIOLATIONS
Facility Information
Date of Report
2/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
DVN
002919417
Facility Name
READY SET GROW
Facility Address
103 N VANDEVENTER ST
City
KENNETT
Zip Code
63857-1933
Phone
(573) 559-9681
County
DUNKLIN
Assigned Specialist
GRAHAM, JESSICA
Rule/Statute Violation(s)
ViolationViolation Description
5 CSR 25-500.092(3)(A) 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.
5 CSR 25-500.092(3)(D) Stationary equipment such as swings, slides and climbers shall be securely anchored, have no exposed footings and be placed to avoid accidents or collisions.
Conclusion Summary
Compliance Inspector (CI) Jessica Graham investigated the allegation that the swings sets are old and tipping over causing children to fall. This allegation is substantiated and 5 CSR 25-500.092(3)(A) which 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." AND 5 CSR 25-500.092(3)(D) which states: "Stationary equipment such as swings, slides and climbers shall be securely anchored, have no exposed footings and be placed to avoid accidents or collisions." CI Graham inspected the playground equipment on February 21, 2024. The wooden playground structures did appear to be wobbly and loose. The swing set structure was easy to tip when pushed or when children were swinging. Sydni Darnell, director, stated that the playground equipment is getting old and she has talked about getting it replaced. She will begin working on getting new equipment and making sure the current equipment meets regulations. No children have fallen or gotten hurt because of the equipment.
Corrective Measures
Corrective MeasureCompleted (Y/N)Completed Date
The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood. Y 1/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
Disposition
SUBSTANTIATED
Disposition Date
4/5/2024 12:00:00 AM
Approving Supervisor
CHRISCO, MARLA L