Lockwood Development Center

Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival times were not documented for 1/15/25.

Violation corrected during visit

Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. One (1) infant bottle in Space 1A was not labeled and dated and one (1) bottle stored in the kitchen refrigerator was not labeled and dated.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/29/2026

Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. Nails were observed sticking out of a 2x6 board leaning against the building on the playground. Two (2) lawn mowers were behind a gate that had a combination locking device, however the device did not prevent the gate from being opened and allowing children access to the mowers.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/29/2026

Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. A safety strip next to the handwashing sink in Space 1C did not have safety plugs in all outlets. An outlet cover in Space 1A was broken and cracked. The trashcan was placed in front of it during the visit. The cover should be replaced.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/29/2026

Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. Safe sleep checks were being documented every 15 minutes per the safe sleep policy.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/29/2026

Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) employee, D.E., was required to complete 8 hours of ongoing training. She received 5 hours.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/29/2026

Emergency information did not include name, address, and telephone number of parent or other emergency contact person. The application did not list the address for the emergency contacts for one (1) child (K.E.).

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/29/2026

Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One (1) employee, R.Mc., was missing 5 health and safety trainings.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/29/2026

Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. A large wooden barrier accessible to children was in poor repair. Sharp pieces of wood where the barrier was rotting were exposed.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 6/27/2025

A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. The current qualification letter for Ms. R. Mc. was not on file.

Violation corrected during visit

The activity plan was not designed to stimulate emotional and social, health and physical, approaches to play and learning, language development and communication, and cognitive development for each group of children in care. The posted activity plan was planned for children 0 - 24 months. The group of children in care were 2 - 3 years of age.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/10/2025

Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The posted menu did not reflect what was observed served to children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/10/2025

Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. The metal bar at the top of the chain link fence near the gate was not installed exposing sharp edges accessible to children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/10/2025

All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The plastic outdoor kitchen range was broken. The stove door was off the hinges.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/10/2025

Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections were not onsite for review. The only month available for review was December 2024.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/10/2025

All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Three (3) employees did not have an updated health questionnaire on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/10/2025

Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Three (3) employees did not have updated emergency information on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/10/2025

Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One (1) employee's qualification expired 12/9/24 and one (1) of the owner's qualification expired 4/12/24.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/30/2025

Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Two (2) children did not have updated emergency medical care information on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/10/2025

A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Two (2) children did not have updated off premise permission on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/10/2025

A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Two (2) employees had expired qualification letters on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/30/2025

Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. The train metal structure on the playground was repainted however it was not sanded prior to painting and there were areas where paint could be chipped and peeled away from the structure. Repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/3/2024

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. One (1) door on the shed located on the playground did not latch closed. I was able to push the door opened even though the doorknob was locked. The door was blocked by equipment however there was enough space for a child to gain access to the shed. I observed hazardous products stored inside. I observed an aerosol can of Lysol sitting on a low shelf in the toddler classroom. The spray was removed during the visit. Repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/3/2024

Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. Children aged one (1) through four (4) were grouped together on the playground with one (1) teacher.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 6/21/2024

Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Metal play structures on the playground were observed with rust and peeling paint.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/3/2024

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. The shed located on the playground was unlocked and had gallon paint cans, a gas can, and loose nails on the floor.

Violation corrected during visit

Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The interim director did not obtain SIDS training within 90 days of assuming the role.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/19/2024

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Hazardous products to include motor oil and aerosol cans were observed behind the third row of the van used to transport children.

Violation corrected during visit

The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. The EPR plan was not updated or reviewed annually. Repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/28/2024

A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The unfenced play area where children were observed had broken playground equipment along the back of the area and broken glass was observed on a pile of leaves and dirt accessible to children.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fence on the licensed playground was knocked down during a storm on July 31, 2023. The outside play area used by children since August 2023 was not fenced.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan. The posted EMC plan listed an employee who was on medical leave and two (2) employees who were not onsite.

Violation corrected during visit

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. An aerosol can of Lysol was stored unlocked on a shelf in the bathroom of Space 1A. A can of paint and aerosol cans were observed behind the third row of seats in the van used for transportation. A crate with a container of brake wheel bearing grease, weed killer, and various other hazardous products on the sidewalk in the path of travel of children on the playground.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) teacher had expired CPR certification.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/20/2024

Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. The registration on the Honda Odyssey expired in 2023.

Violation corrected during visit

First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. A fire extinguisher was not located in either van used to transport children.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. Five (5) children did not have permission to transport on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

For routine transport of children to and from the center, staff did not have a list of the children being transported. A transportation roster was not completed.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

Application was not signed by the parent. One (1) child's application was not signed by the parent.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Four (4) children did not have a medical assessment on file for review.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child did not have an immunization record on file for review. The child was enrolled longer than 30 days.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Two (2) signed discipline policies did not list the date of enrollment.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One (1) teacher was supervising seven (7) children. The age of the youngest child in the group was one (1) year old.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 2/15/2024

The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. The EPR plan available for review was dated 2021.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/28/2024