Curiouskids Bhardwaj LLC
12592 LOST VALLEY DRIVE, Frisco, TX 75035 · Collin County
Program
- Type
- Licensed child-care home
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 08:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Poonam Bhardwaj
- Phone
- (510) 789-6435
- Regulated since
- Feb 20, 2025
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1480870 · number 1798613
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (6), Records & paperwork (6) |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | Other (2) |
| 2024 | 28 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (4), Supervision & ratios (14), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Aug 17, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 17, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 4, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 4, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
2/25/26: The emergency drill log was not completed during the unannounced follow-up inspection. The current emergency drill log was not available at inspection. The last documented fire and shelter-in-place drills are from June 2025.
HHSC 747.801(7) — Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-02. Correction verified 2026-03-16.
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Records & paperwork
2/25/26: Personnel records were observed during an unannounced follow-up inspection. Records were complete for the primary and assistant caregiver. Records were not available for the substitute caregiver at the time of the inspection. Personnel records were reviewed during an unannounced inspection. There were no records available for one substitute caregiver.
HHSC 747.901 — Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-02. Correction verified 2026-03-16.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Feb 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
2/25/26: The emergency drill log was not completed during the unannounced follow-up inspection. The current emergency drill log was not available at inspection. The last documented fire and shelter-in-place drills are from June 2025.
HHSC 747.801(7) — Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-02. Correction verified 2026-03-16.
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Records & paperwork
2/25/26: Personnel records were observed during an unannounced follow-up inspection. Records were complete for the primary and assistant caregiver. Records were not available for the substitute caregiver at the time of the inspection. Personnel records were reviewed during an unannounced inspection. There were no records available for one substitute caregiver.
HHSC 747.901 — Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-02. Correction verified 2026-03-16.
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Safety & premises
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Feb 4, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
At inspection, one caregiver was supervising 10 children, ages 13 months to 4 years. Based on the ages of the children in care, this exceeds the ratios allowed when one caregiver is present in a Licensed Child Care Home. This was corrected at inspection when an additional caregiver arrived to help supervise the children.
HHSC 747.1801 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - Licensed Child Care Home
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-02-04.
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Records & paperwork
During the unannounced inspection, it was determined that the Primary Caregiver is out of the country. The substitute caregiver did not have access to all required records for the children in care.
HHSC 747.203(3) — Primary Caregiver's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Have Access to All Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-05. Correction verified 2026-02-06.
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Safety & premises
Child records were observed during the inspection. Out of 10 children who were present, 3 children did not have complete enrollment records including emergency contact and medical information. One child was present on a trial basis and did not have any records.
HHSC 747.601(a) — Children's Records Accessible - to Caregiver
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-06.
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Safety & premises
The current emergency drill log was not available at inspection. The last documented fire and shelter-in-place drills are from June 2025.
HHSC 747.801(7) — Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-25.
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Records & paperwork
Personnel records were reviewed during an unannounced inspection. There were no records available for one substitute caregiver.
HHSC 747.901 — Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Feb 4, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
At inspection, one caregiver was supervising 10 children, ages 13 months to 4 years. Based on the ages of the children in care, this exceeds the ratios allowed when one caregiver is present in a Licensed Child Care Home. This was corrected at inspection when an additional caregiver arrived to help supervise the children.
HHSC 747.1801 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - Licensed Child Care Home
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-02-04.
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Records & paperwork
During the unannounced inspection, it was determined that the Primary Caregiver is out of the country. The substitute caregiver did not have access to all required records for the children in care.
HHSC 747.203(3) — Primary Caregiver's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Have Access to All Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-05. Correction verified 2026-02-06.
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Safety & premises
Child records were observed during the inspection. Out of 10 children who were present, 3 children did not have complete enrollment records including emergency contact and medical information. One child was present on a trial basis and did not have any records.
HHSC 747.601(a) — Children's Records Accessible - to Caregiver
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-06.
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Safety & premises
The current emergency drill log was not available at inspection. The last documented fire and shelter-in-place drills are from June 2025.
HHSC 747.801(7) — Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-25.
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Records & paperwork
Personnel records were reviewed during an unannounced inspection. There were no records available for one substitute caregiver.
HHSC 747.901 — Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-25.
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 22, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A child was observed seated in a high chair and the safety strap was not buckled. This was immediately corrected during the inspection..
HHSC 747.4301(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-01-22.
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Other
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Jan 22, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A child was observed seated in a high chair and the safety strap was not buckled. This was immediately corrected during the inspection..
HHSC 747.4301(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-01-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Dec 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 22, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operational policies were evaluated and lacked the following written procedures: 1) safe sleep policy; 2) parents rights; 3) how parents may access the minimum standards online; 4) the HHSC website (www.hhs.texas.gov); 5) information that the operation conducts daily health checks.
HHSC 747.207(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-12-06. Correction verified 2024-12-02.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a snack menu for the afternoon snacks served when the parents forget to send for their children, for review by Child Care Regulation.
HHSC 747.3113(1) — Maintain Menus
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-27. Correction verified 2024-12-02.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The operation has been using hand sanitizer diluted in water to sanitize the chnaging mat when the operation runs out of disinfecting wipes.
HHSC 747.3203 — Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-12-12.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have the most recent Licensing inspection report posted at inspection.
HHSC 747.401(a)(2) — Posting Requirements-Inspection Report
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-12-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 22, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operational policies were evaluated and lacked the following written procedures: 1) safe sleep policy; 2) parents rights; 3) how parents may access the minimum standards online; 4) the HHSC website (www.hhs.texas.gov); 5) information that the operation conducts daily health checks.
HHSC 747.207(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-12-06. Correction verified 2024-12-02.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a snack menu for the afternoon snacks served when the parents forget to send for their children, for review by Child Care Regulation.
HHSC 747.3113(1) — Maintain Menus
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-27. Correction verified 2024-12-02.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The operation has been using hand sanitizer diluted in water to sanitize the chnaging mat when the operation runs out of disinfecting wipes.
HHSC 747.3203 — Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-12-12.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have the most recent Licensing inspection report posted at inspection.
HHSC 747.401(a)(2) — Posting Requirements-Inspection Report
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-12-05.
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 29, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
A sampling of children records were evaluated.One child records lacked a health statement.
HHSC 747.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-29. Correction verified 2024-11-12.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have Sign In/Out logs available for review by Child Care Regulation.
HHSC 747.635(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-01. Correction verified 2024-11-01.
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Staff background & training
One employee's record lacked a completed Form 2912, Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment at Certain Child Care Operations; a notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment with a Licensed Operation or Registered Child-Care Home; and proof the employee completed orientation.
HHSC 747.901 — Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-12. Correction verified 2024-11-12.
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Records & paperwork
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Oct 29, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
A sampling of children records were evaluated.One child records lacked a health statement.
HHSC 747.603(a)(2) — Children's Records - Admission Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-29. Correction verified 2024-11-12.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have Sign In/Out logs available for review by Child Care Regulation.
HHSC 747.635(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-01. Correction verified 2024-11-01.
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Staff background & training
One employee's record lacked a completed Form 2912, Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment at Certain Child Care Operations; a notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment with a Licensed Operation or Registered Child-Care Home; and proof the employee completed orientation.
HHSC 747.901 — Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-12. Correction verified 2024-11-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Aug 30, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 30, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 16, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There is no safeguard around the a/c unit in the backyard/playground area to prevent children access. Electrical outlets were observed without child proof covers. The cabinets under the kitchen sink and restroom sinks did not have child proof latches to prevent children access from cleaning supplies and personal hygiene products. A Nerf gun was observed on the playground.
HHSC 747.3501 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a statement of health from the local veterinarian for the dog at the home.
HHSC 747.3703(b) — Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-26.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation had not reviewed the CPSC recall list and certified in writing that there are no recalled items in the home. You may view all current and past recalls through the CPSC s Internet website at: www.cpsc.gov.
HHSC 747.3935(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-29.
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Safety & premises
The Emergency Preparedness Plan was evaluated and lacked the following written procedures: 1) an emergency evacuation and relocation diagram; 2) The address of the alternate shelter away from the home that you will use as needed; 3) How you will evacuate and relocate with the essential documentation including: A) PArent and emergency contact telephone numbers for each child in care; B) authorization for emergency care for each child in care; and C) the attendance record information for children in care at the time of the emergency; 4) the emergency telephone number you have on file with licensing.
HHSC 747.5003(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-29.
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Supervision & ratios
The operational policies were evaluated and lacked the following written procedures:1) info regarding animals at the home; 2) the HHSC website (www.hhs.texas.gov); written policy regarding conducting health checks.
HHSC 747.501(7) — Written Operational Policies - Animals
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-29.
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Safety & premises
The home did not have a 3A-40BC dry chemical fire extinguisher.
HHSC 747.5103 — Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-28.
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Staff background & training
The operation did not have documentation of completion of orientation for three household members on file for review.
HHSC 747.905(2) — Personnel Records for Household Members - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-27.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Aug 16, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There is no safeguard around the a/c unit in the backyard/playground area to prevent children access. Electrical outlets were observed without child proof covers. The cabinets under the kitchen sink and restroom sinks did not have child proof latches to prevent children access from cleaning supplies and personal hygiene products. A Nerf gun was observed on the playground.
HHSC 747.3501 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a statement of health from the local veterinarian for the dog at the home.
HHSC 747.3703(b) — Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-26.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation had not reviewed the CPSC recall list and certified in writing that there are no recalled items in the home. You may view all current and past recalls through the CPSC s Internet website at: www.cpsc.gov.
HHSC 747.3935(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-29.
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Safety & premises
The Emergency Preparedness Plan was evaluated and lacked the following written procedures: 1) an emergency evacuation and relocation diagram; 2) The address of the alternate shelter away from the home that you will use as needed; 3) How you will evacuate and relocate with the essential documentation including: A) PArent and emergency contact telephone numbers for each child in care; B) authorization for emergency care for each child in care; and C) the attendance record information for children in care at the time of the emergency; 4) the emergency telephone number you have on file with licensing.
HHSC 747.5003(1) — Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-29.
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Supervision & ratios
The operational policies were evaluated and lacked the following written procedures:1) info regarding animals at the home; 2) the HHSC website (www.hhs.texas.gov); written policy regarding conducting health checks.
HHSC 747.501(7) — Written Operational Policies - Animals
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-29.
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Safety & premises
The home did not have a 3A-40BC dry chemical fire extinguisher.
HHSC 747.5103 — Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-28.
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Staff background & training
The operation did not have documentation of completion of orientation for three household members on file for review.
HHSC 747.905(2) — Personnel Records for Household Members - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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