Panda Bear Academy

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.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
  Inspector's note: Infant was sleeping with a pacifier containing a string attached to their clothing. Note: The string removed from the infants clothing during the inspection. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-11-05.

• Critical Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
  Inspector's note: During the inspection the child to caregiver ratio was 11 children to 1 caregiver. The specified age group was 18-23 months and the maximum number of children allowed with this group should've been 9. Note: An additional caregiver was added to the group once they arrived. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-10-17.
• Critical Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
  Inspector's note: Expired milk was served to children for breakfast during the inspection. Note: The provider purchased and provided new milk during the inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  Inspector's note: The operation combined a 6 month old infant with older children during the inspection. The oldest child in the group was 5 years old. The oldest child can be no older than 23 months old. Note: Caregivers transitioned children to their assigned classrooms during the inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-10-17.
• Non-critical Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
  Inspector's note: Children under two were observed watching television during the inspection. Note: Caregivers turned the television off during inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Non-critical Required Personnel Records
  Inspector's note: 10 employee records were evaluated and were missing the following information: Proof of Background Check Eligibility Letter Signed and Updated Personnel and Operation Policies from staff Notarized Employment Affidavit Forms Dates of Employment Completion of Orientation Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-08-01.
• Critical Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
  Inspector's note: A caregiver did not have information available to them in the classroom showing all of the children's ages who were in care during the inspection. Note: The provider updated the children's ages during the inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Non-critical Children's Records Maintained
  Inspector's note: Children's admissions information was evaluated and missing the following documentation: Dates of Admission Incomplete Health Statements Incomplete Emegency Contact Information Incomplete Signature for the Receipt of Operational Policies Missing Special Needs Statements Missing Signatures on the Authorization for Emergency Medical Transporation and Treatment Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-08-01.
• Critical Medication Records - Name of Medication
  Inspector's note: The medication log was missing the name of medication that was administered to a child in care. The name of medication was listed as pain medication. Note: The provider found the medication that was given and documented it on the medication log during the inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Policies Comply with Rules
  Inspector's note: The operational policies provided for review did not contain the following information: A Safe Sleeping Policy for Infants under 12 Months The criteria the operation will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk to children Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees Required annual trainings for employees in preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-08-01.
• Critical AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
  Inspector's note: A caregiver with provisional eligibility was observed in a classroom alone with children. The conditions of the caregivers background check were not followed during the inspection. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-07-19.
• Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Inspector's note: The feeding instructions for 1 infant was last signed and dated by the parent on 3/7/2024. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-07-26.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Children Handwashing Before Eating
  Inspector's note: Children did not wash their hands before eating their snack during the follow up inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-06-05.

• Critical Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
  Inspector's note: The child safety alarm in the white van is not functioning properly. When the driver pressed the button to turn the alarm off it continued going off after testing multiple times. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-05-23.
• Critical Responsibilities of caregivers-Set appropriate behavior expectations
  Inspector's note: Children were observed fighting one another during the inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-05-23.
• Critical Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
  Inspector's note: The first aid kit in the van was missing gauze and antiseptics solution. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-05-17.
• Critical Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
  Inspector's note: Emergency phone #'s were missing for 2 children who were transported. Note: One child's emergency phone # was corrected during inspection. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-05-17.

• Critical Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
  Inspector's note: During the follow up inspection, 5 infants were left unsupervised and there was no caregiver present in the room. Note: A caregiver returned to the classroom during the inspection. Discussed with the provider that infants are never to be left alone and another staff must step in when the caregiver needs to leave the room. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-04-30.

• Critical Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
  Inspector's note: A caregiver did not know the correct number of children they were responsible for during the inspection. The caregiver stated there were 14 children when only 13 children were accounted for. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-04-16.
• Non-critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
  Inspector's note: The maintenance checklists do not document broken equipment observed on the playground. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-04-22.
• Critical Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
  Inspector's note: The emergency preparedness plan does not address the designated sheltering/lock-down location within the center where children should gather. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-04-22.
• Critical Smoke Detectors Testing
  Inspector's note: Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were not tested in February of 2024. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-04-22.
• Critical Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
  Inspector's note: Fire drills were not conducted in February of 2024. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-04-22.
• Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
  Inspector's note: Observed a broken fence on the outdoor play area with nails that are exposed and accessible to children. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-04-22.
• Non-critical Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
  Inspector's note: The use zone for stationary equipment did not meet the 6 feet requirement. Note: The provider arranged the equipment during the inspection so that it meets 6 feet on all sides. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  Inspector's note: Lysol spray was observed on a low shelf in reach of children during the inspection. Note: The provider removed the cleaning supplies from the shelf during inspection. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
  Inspector's note: A food allergy emergency plan was not available for review for a child with a food allergy to peanuts. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-04-22.
• Non-critical Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
  Inspector's note: The daily menu showed pineapples were to be served for lunch when children were served fruit cocktail. Note: The provided noted the substitution on the menu during inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.

• Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
  Inspector's note: During the follow up inspection, a screw was observed under the play structure. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-02-16.
• Critical Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
  Inspector's note: During the follow up inspection, toilet seats were broken and observed broken toilet roll despenser.The tiles in the restroom used by school age children are in need of repair. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-02-16.
• Critical Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
  Inspector's note: The use zone for rotating and bouncing equipment on the playground does not extend 6 feet. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-02-16.
• Non-critical Children's Records Maintained
  Inspector's note: During the follow up inspection, children's records were still missing special care needs statements and complete emergency contact information. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-02-16.
• Critical Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  Inspector's note: Observed a bottle of Clorox and Draino in an unlocked cabinet in the 4's and 5's room during the follow up inspection. Note: The provider removed the cleaning supplies during the inspection. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.

• Critical Special Diets - No Nutrient Concentrates or Supplements
  Inspector's note: Observed a bottle in the infant room filled with a brown protein mixture. Documentation of written consent from a health care professional or dietician was not available upon request. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-26.
• Non-critical First Aid Kit Incomplete - Scissors
  Inspector's note: There were no scissors in the first aid kit. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-01-17.
• Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
  Inspector's note: Observed several nails, screws and washers in the outdoor play area that pose a safety hazard to children. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-19.
• Critical Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
  Inspector's note: Water was not made readily available to children during lunch. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-12.
• Critical Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
  Inspector's note: A lightbulb was out in the toddler room restroom. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-19.
• Critical Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
  Inspector's note: A physician's statement was missing on a food allergy emergency plan for a child with a known food allergy. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-26.
• Critical Medication Records - Date, Time and Amount Given
  Inspector's note: The medication log was missing dates and amounts of medication given to children on various dates, Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-19.
• Critical Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Poisonous/Toxic Materials Stored Separate from Food
  Inspector's note: Observed a box of disinfectant spray stored in the pantry where the food is located. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
  Inspector's note: Observed two broken tissue roll holders in the 3 &4's classroom. The deck in the outdoor play area contains uneven surfaces that pose a tripping hazard. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-19.
• Critical Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
  Inspector's note: The van used to transport chidren is not equipped with a child safety alarm. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-01-26.
• Non-critical Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
  Inspector's note: An infants crib was not labeled with their name during the inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-01-12.
• Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
  Inspector's note: A fire inspection has not been conducted since December 15th, 2022. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-01-26.
• Non-critical Children's Products- Annual Certification
  Inspector's note: The last Children's Product Certification has not been completed since December 12th, 2022. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-01-19.
• Non-critical Children's Records Maintained
  Inspector's note: Children's records for 5 children in care did not contain the following information: 3 were missing consent for field trips, transportation and water activities. 1 was missing signature from the parent authorization for emergency medical treatment. 1 was missing the school name and phone #. 1 was missing an immunization record. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-01-26.
• Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
  Inspector's note: A caregiver was observed in the 4 & 5 year old classroom with direct access to children. The provider has not received an eligiblity determination from CBCU stating they can be present. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-01-12.
• Critical Safety Requirements for Cribs - Waterproof, Washable Mattress
  Inspector's note: Sheets in a crib in the infant room were not snug fitting and had to be tied to fit to the mattress. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-19.
• Critical Share Indoor Activity Space With Written Plan
  Inspector's note: The operation is sharing space with another program. A written plan of shared space was not available for review during the inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-19.
• Critical Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
  Inspector's note: A fenced in area to the outdoor play area cannot be properly opened by each caregiver. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-19.
• Critical CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
  Inspector's note: 1 out of 5 staff files is in need of skill based CPR training. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-19.
• Critical Smoke-Detection System Tested
  Inspector's note: Documentation showing the current annual smoke detection system testing was not available for review upon request. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-01-26.
• Non-critical Medication No Longer Used
  Inspector's note: Observed expired medication during the inspection that has not been disposed. Note: The provider put the expired medication in the trash can during the inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
• Non-critical First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
  Inspector's note: Expired alcohol wipes were observed in the first aid kit, Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-01-19.