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Apple Grove Daycare And Preschool

16816 THEISS MAIL ROUTE RD, Spring, TX 77379 · Harris County

52cited violations
10serious
46inspections & investigations
0enforcement actions

Program

Type
Licensed center
Licensed capacity
94
Ages
Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours
06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Director / administrator
Shirin Dhamani
Phone
(281) 376-6686
Regulated since
Jun 8, 2022
HHSC IDs
Operation 1388897 · number 1728736
Official record
HHSC Child Care Search

Violations by category

Year by year

YearViolationsSeriousMain categories
2026102 Safety & premises (10)
2025104 Cleanliness & sanitation (4), Supervision & ratios (2), Staff background & training (2), Other (2)
202462 Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (2), Other (2)
202320 Records & paperwork (2)
2022120 Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (4), Food & allergies (2), Records & paperwork (2), Other (2)
2021122 Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (6), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2)

Inspections, investigations & assessments

  1. Jul 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  2. Jul 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  3. Jun 10, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      The pre-k/schoolers playground area loose fill was not maintained properly, in which dirt was exposed.

      HHSC 746.4907(a)(2) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-24. Correction verified 2026-07-07.

    • Safety & premises

      The safety seats observed in two transportation vehicles were expired. Safety seats observed were manufactured ranged from between 2011-2015. One safety seat observed expired, 03/03/2018.

      HHSC 746.5607(b) — Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-24. Correction verified 2026-07-07.

    • Safety & premises Serious

      One out of two transportation vehicles observed did not have a working alarm system.

      HHSC 746.5625(b) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-24. Correction verified 2026-07-23.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  4. Jun 10, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      The pre-k/schoolers playground area loose fill was not maintained properly, in which dirt was exposed.

      HHSC 746.4907(a)(2) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-24. Correction verified 2026-07-07.

    • Safety & premises

      The safety seats observed in two transportation vehicles were expired. Safety seats observed were manufactured ranged from between 2011-2015. One safety seat observed expired, 03/03/2018.

      HHSC 746.5607(b) — Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-24. Correction verified 2026-07-07.

    • Safety & premises Serious

      One out of two transportation vehicles observed did not have a working alarm system.

      HHSC 746.5625(b) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-24. Correction verified 2026-07-23.

    HHSC inspection history

  5. Apr 16, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      Two cribs in the infant classroom did not have snug fitting sheets during the walkthrough. One infant was observed napping in one out of the two cribs observed with loose fitting sheets. Sheets on the infant mattress were replaced during the inspection.

      HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-04-16.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  6. Apr 16, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      Two cribs in the infant classroom did not have snug fitting sheets during the walkthrough. One infant was observed napping in one out of the two cribs observed with loose fitting sheets. Sheets on the infant mattress were replaced during the inspection.

      HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-04-16.

    HHSC inspection history

  7. Apr 14, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      Several bags of mulch were observed on the pre-K playground area near the slide and underneath the play structure, posing a risk for a tripping hazard to children. While Licensing staff was present, the mulch bags were removed from children access.

      HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-04-16.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  8. Apr 14, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      Several bags of mulch were observed on the pre-K playground area near the slide and underneath the play structure, posing a risk for a tripping hazard to children. While Licensing staff was present, the mulch bags were removed from children access.

      HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-04-16.

    HHSC inspection history

  9. Aug 26, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  10. Aug 26, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  11. Aug 13, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  12. Aug 13, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  13. Jul 10, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  14. Jul 10, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  15. Jun 11, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Staff background & training

      Of the 8 personnel records evaluated, one has not completed 24 clock hours of pre-service training

      HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-02. Correction verified 2025-07-23.

    • Supervision & ratios Serious

      The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. Procedures for parental notification 2. Information regarding field trips 3. Parents Rights 4. Procedures for parents to review and discuss concerns with the director 5. Procedures for parents to participate with the center's activities 6. Information on how parents may access Minimum Standards and the correct HHSC website. 7. Staff vaccination policy 8. Procedures to support inclusive services for children with special care needs.

      HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-02. Correction verified 2025-07-23.

    • Other

      Activity plans were not posted in two classrooms. This was corrected at inspection.

      HHSC 746.2209 — Posting of Activity Plan

      HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-06-11.

    • Cleanliness & sanitation Serious

      Cleaning supplies were accessible to children in the Pre-K classroom. This was corrected at inspection.

      HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-06-11.

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      The diaper changing surface in the infant classroom has multiple tears' therefore it is no longer non-absorbent.

      HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-18. Correction verified 2025-06-26.

    HHSC inspection history

  16. Jun 11, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Staff background & training

      Of the 8 personnel records evaluated, one has not completed 24 clock hours of pre-service training

      HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-02. Correction verified 2025-07-23.

    • Supervision & ratios Serious

      The operational policies lacked the following information: 1. Procedures for parental notification 2. Information regarding field trips 3. Parents Rights 4. Procedures for parents to review and discuss concerns with the director 5. Procedures for parents to participate with the center's activities 6. Information on how parents may access Minimum Standards and the correct HHSC website. 7. Staff vaccination policy 8. Procedures to support inclusive services for children with special care needs.

      HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-02. Correction verified 2025-07-23.

    • Other

      Activity plans were not posted in two classrooms. This was corrected at inspection.

      HHSC 746.2209 — Posting of Activity Plan

      HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-06-11.

    • Cleanliness & sanitation Serious

      Cleaning supplies were accessible to children in the Pre-K classroom. This was corrected at inspection.

      HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-06-11.

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      The diaper changing surface in the infant classroom has multiple tears' therefore it is no longer non-absorbent.

      HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-18. Correction verified 2025-06-26.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  17. Oct 10, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  18. Oct 10, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  19. Aug 27, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  20. Aug 27, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  21. Jul 3, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  22. Jul 3, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  23. Jun 14, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Supervision & ratios

      One staff was observed with 5 children, 2-4 years of age amongst two pools. The staff did not have additonal staff present to assist in case of an emergency.

      HHSC 746.2101(a) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - Splashing/Wading Activities

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-17. Correction verified 2024-07-03.

    • Other Serious

      During the walkthrough, Licensing staff observed two inflatable pools on site. Licensing staff was not notified, and/or informed of pool services offered at the childcare facility.

      HHSC 746.301(7) — Notification of Additional Services Offered

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-17. Correction verified 2024-06-14.

    • Safety & premises

      During the walkthrough a water hose was observed accessible to children near two pools placed outside while children were engaged in swimming services.

      HHSC 746.5015(c) — Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-14. Correction verified 2024-06-14.

    HHSC inspection history

  24. Jun 14, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Supervision & ratios

      One staff was observed with 5 children, 2-4 years of age amongst two pools. The staff did not have additonal staff present to assist in case of an emergency.

      HHSC 746.2101(a) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - Splashing/Wading Activities

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-17. Correction verified 2024-07-03.

    • Other Serious

      During the walkthrough, Licensing staff observed two inflatable pools on site. Licensing staff was not notified, and/or informed of pool services offered at the childcare facility.

      HHSC 746.301(7) — Notification of Additional Services Offered

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-17. Correction verified 2024-06-14.

    • Safety & premises

      During the walkthrough a water hose was observed accessible to children near two pools placed outside while children were engaged in swimming services.

      HHSC 746.5015(c) — Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-14. Correction verified 2024-06-14.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  25. Jun 20, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  26. Jun 20, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  27. Apr 12, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  28. Apr 12, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  29. Apr 7, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  30. Apr 7, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  31. Feb 3, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
    • Records & paperwork

      The employee list was not validated by January 15th.

      HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees

      HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-02-03.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  32. Feb 3, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
    • Records & paperwork

      The employee list was not validated by January 15th.

      HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees

      HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-02-03.

    HHSC inspection history

  33. Dec 9, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      The most recent fire inspection is dated 12/07/2021. No recent inspection was observed.

      HHSC 746.5101(b) — Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-30. Correction verified 2022-12-20.

    HHSC inspection history

  34. Dec 9, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      The most recent fire inspection is dated 12/07/2021. No recent inspection was observed.

      HHSC 746.5101(b) — Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-30. Correction verified 2022-12-20.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  35. Nov 9, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Other

      One caregiver in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of the infants in which they were responsible for. A total of 2 infants were present in the classroom.

      HHSC 746.1203(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-11. Correction verified 2022-12-09.

    HHSC inspection history

  36. Nov 9, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Other

      One caregiver in the infant classroom was not aware of the ages of the infants in which they were responsible for. A total of 2 infants were present in the classroom.

      HHSC 746.1203(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-11-11. Correction verified 2022-12-09.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  37. Oct 26, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      Infant sheets observed in two cribs were loose and contained food stains. Extra padding was observed underneath infant sheets, which was the incorrect size. Infant sheets that were dirty were removed and replaced while present.

      HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-23. Correction verified 2022-12-23.

    • Food & allergies

      On 11/09/2022 children were observed having ramen noodles, corn, and cantaloupe for lunch. The food menu for Wednesday was documented to serve turkey grilled cheese, corns, and fresh fruit. There were not substitutions documented on the food menu.

      HHSC 746.3313(2) — Daily Menus - May Rotate if Keep Record of Dates Menus Used

      HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-11. Correction verified 2022-12-09.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  38. Oct 26, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
    • Safety & premises

      Infant sheets observed in two cribs were loose and contained food stains. Extra padding was observed underneath infant sheets, which was the incorrect size. Infant sheets that were dirty were removed and replaced while present.

      HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-23. Correction verified 2022-12-23.

    • Food & allergies

      On 11/09/2022 children were observed having ramen noodles, corn, and cantaloupe for lunch. The food menu for Wednesday was documented to serve turkey grilled cheese, corns, and fresh fruit. There were not substitutions documented on the food menu.

      HHSC 746.3313(2) — Daily Menus - May Rotate if Keep Record of Dates Menus Used

      HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-11-11. Correction verified 2022-12-09.

    HHSC inspection history

  39. May 10, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Supervision & ratios

      Two children were observed in the infant classroom. One child was 3 years of age, and the other child was an infant, 8 months of age.

      HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-05-10.

    • Records & paperwork

      One out of five children records observed did not include a start/admission date. The Director retrieved the start date from the computer system.

      HHSC 746.605(3) — Required Admission Information - Date of Admission

      HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-05-10.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  40. May 10, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Supervision & ratios

      Two children were observed in the infant classroom. One child was 3 years of age, and the other child was an infant, 8 months of age.

      HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-05-10.

    • Records & paperwork

      One out of five children records observed did not include a start/admission date. The Director retrieved the start date from the computer system.

      HHSC 746.605(3) — Required Admission Information - Date of Admission

      HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-05-10.

    HHSC inspection history

  41. Mar 23, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  42. Mar 23, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  43. Jan 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history

  44. Jan 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited

    No violations cited on this visit.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

  45. Oct 29, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Staff background & training

      One caregiver observed within the Pre-K age group did not have a current CPR/First-aid certification. The caregiver was observed with 8 children, 3-4 years of age.

      HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-10. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    • Supervision & ratios

      The operation has not obtained the required annual sanitation inspection. The previous operation contained a health report dated 11/12/2020. The operation will serve meals, and is required to have an updated sanitation inspection.

      HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-16. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    • Supervision & ratios

      The operational policies observed did not contain the type of physical activities that the operation will provide to children enrolled/present. The operation did not address alternate physical activities in case of bad weather conditions.

      HHSC 746.501(a)(18)(C) — Written Operational Policies - Type of Physical Activity

      HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-05. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      The operational policies did not contain information pertaining to applying cream to children in care. The operational policies did not discuss requirements pertaining to diaper cream, insect repellant, and/or sunscreen.

      HHSC 746.501(a)(19) — Written Operational Policies - Providing & Applying Insect Repellant and Sunscreen

      HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-05. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    • Supervision & ratios Serious

      The fire inspection had not been completed for the new operation. The previous operation obtained a fire inspection on 3/17/2021. The operation has made changes to the infant classroom, which calls for a current fire inspection.

      HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-08. Correction verified 2021-12-02.

    • Safety & premises

      Five out of five children files did not contain the address for the emergency contact listed.

      HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-05. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    HHSC inspection history

  46. Oct 29, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
    • Staff background & training

      One caregiver observed within the Pre-K age group did not have a current CPR/First-aid certification. The caregiver was observed with 8 children, 3-4 years of age.

      HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-10. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    • Supervision & ratios

      The operation has not obtained the required annual sanitation inspection. The previous operation contained a health report dated 11/12/2020. The operation will serve meals, and is required to have an updated sanitation inspection.

      HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-16. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    • Supervision & ratios

      The operational policies observed did not contain the type of physical activities that the operation will provide to children enrolled/present. The operation did not address alternate physical activities in case of bad weather conditions.

      HHSC 746.501(a)(18)(C) — Written Operational Policies - Type of Physical Activity

      HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-05. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      The operational policies did not contain information pertaining to applying cream to children in care. The operational policies did not discuss requirements pertaining to diaper cream, insect repellant, and/or sunscreen.

      HHSC 746.501(a)(19) — Written Operational Policies - Providing & Applying Insect Repellant and Sunscreen

      HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-05. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    • Supervision & ratios Serious

      The fire inspection had not been completed for the new operation. The previous operation obtained a fire inspection on 3/17/2021. The operation has made changes to the infant classroom, which calls for a current fire inspection.

      HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-08. Correction verified 2021-12-02.

    • Safety & premises

      Five out of five children files did not contain the address for the emergency contact listed.

      HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

      HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-11-05. Correction verified 2021-11-05.

    HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here

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