First Step Learning Center

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
  Inspector's note: A bucket of mop water was observed in a children's bathroom, providing direct access to its contents. This was corrected at inspection. The bucket was empited. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
  Inspector's note: During the inspection, it was observed that several classrooms contained bleach, cleaning supplies, and air freshener within reach of children. This was corrected at inspection. The items were moved to a higher shelf or locked cabinet. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Employee Handwashing After Assisting a Child with Toileting
  Inspector's note: Caregiver did not wash her hands after assiting a child in the restroom. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Janitorial duties
  Inspector's note: During the inspection, it was observed that caregivers were engaged in washing dishes and mopping the floor while children were seated at a kidney-shaped table and appearing to fall asleep. This situation was addressed and corrected during the inspection process. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
  Inspector's note: 6 of infant cribs inspected had loose fitting sheets on the mattress. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
  Inspector's note: A parent of a child in care notified the staff about concerns over a possible injury the child may have sustained while in care. However, the staff did not notify licensing of the possible injury that may have placed a child at risk of harm. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-02-20.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Policies for Release of Children - Record Identity of Person
  Inspector's note: The staff did not request the identification of an individual when arrived to pick up a child and the individual had never been to the center before. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-11-21.

• Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
  Inspector's note: During a inspection staff member was present prior to receiving their background check determination. This was corrected at inspection when the staff member was asked to leave. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-05-08.
• Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Inspector's note: Fourteen infant feeding instruction reviewed had not been updated within the required time frame. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-05-12.

• Critical Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
  Inspector's note: This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and was deficient. It was determined that the morning caregiver failed to notify the evening caregiver of the child incident before parent pick up. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-06-21.
• Non-critical Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
  Inspector's note: The operation did not notify the parent upon pick when their child had an injury. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-06-21.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.