Locomotion Early Learning Center
6142 HIGHWAY 6 N UNIT 16, Houston, TX 77084 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 56
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Yorlene Silva
- Phone
- (281) 656-2501
- Regulated since
- Dec 19, 2022
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1405280 · number 1741892
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (10), Food & allergies (1), Records & paperwork (4), Other (5) |
| 2025 | 7 | 1 | Supervision & ratios (3), Safety & premises (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (2) |
| 2024 | 8 | 0 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (2), Other (4) |
| 2023 | 10 | 1 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2022 | 8 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jul 27, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 23, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The playground area has sand around it. The sand is accessible to children.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-09. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Safety & premises
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Jun 12, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A child relative (3 years old) is in the infant room with children ages 6 weeks to 17 months
HHSC 746.1507(4) — Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - All Children Included
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-19. Correction verified 2026-06-25.
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Other
There is no locking mechanism for the fenced outdoor activity area.
HHSC 746.4309 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-22. Correction verified 2026-06-25.
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Safety & premises
The playground area has screws on the ground, toys with standing water, metal pieces and sandbags.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-22. Correction verified 2026-06-25.
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Supervision & ratios
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May 18, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The caregiver in the prek room did not know the ages of children in her care.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-01. Correction verified 2026-06-11.
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Supervision & ratios
A child relative is not being counted in ratio.
HHSC 746.1507(4) — Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - All Children Included
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-25. Correction verified 2026-06-11.
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Other Serious
An infant was observed in a carseat for more than 15 minutes.
HHSC 746.2417(2)(B) — Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-25. Correction verified 2026-06-11.
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Food & allergies
The infants bottle was not labeled with a name.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-25. Correction verified 2026-06-11.
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Records & paperwork
The menu did not match what was served for lunch. The menu stated sloppy joes and I observed mashed potatoes with corn and bread.
HHSC 746.3313(1) — Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-25. Correction verified 2026-06-11.
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Records & paperwork
4 out of 8 files reviewed did not have health statements.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-05-25. Correction verified 2026-06-11.
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Records & paperwork
There was no attendance record of children in the pre k room.
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-25. Correction verified 2026-06-11.
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Other
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Apr 23, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
There are pieces of wood on the playground and the fence has an opening.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-03. Correction verified 2026-06-12.
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Safety & premises
4 out of 8 files did not have an emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-30. Correction verified 2026-05-18.
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Safety & premises
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Apr 8, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During the walkthrough a 3 year old was observed walking the hall unsupervised.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-08. Correction verified 2026-04-23.
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Safety & premises
In the infant room there was one crib observed with 2 infants under 17 months.
HHSC 746.2405(2) — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-17. Correction verified 2026-04-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There is no handwashing sink in the infant room.
HHSC 746.3503(d) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-30. Correction verified 2026-05-18.
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Other
The fence for the outdoor space is not completely closed and has an opening.
HHSC 746.4305 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-03. Correction verified 2026-06-11.
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Safety & premises
The outdoor play area has only an exit to the outdoors.
HHSC 746.4307 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-03. Correction verified 2026-06-11.
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Safety & premises
There are pieces of wood on the playground and the fence has an opening.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-15. Correction verified 2026-04-23.
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Other
The mulch on the playground is placed on top of concrete.
HHSC 746.4907(b) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Not Over Concrete or Asphalt
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-03. Correction verified 2026-06-03.
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Safety & premises
In the toddler room, there is no relocation diagram.
HHSC 746.5207(a) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-10. Correction verified 2026-04-23.
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Safety & premises
There are two classrooms without exit doors.
HHSC 746.5207(a)(2) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Two Exits from Each Room
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-30. Correction verified 2026-04-23.
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Records & paperwork
4 out of 8 files reviewed did not have health statements.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-30. Correction verified 2026-05-18.
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Safety & premises
4 out of 8 files did not have an emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-15. Correction verified 2026-04-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jan 20, 2026 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation has failed to report the number of employees who left in 2025.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-01-20. Correction verified 2026-02-06.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 9, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Upon arrival a 2 year old was observed in the office of the operation unsupervised.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-04-09. Correction verified 2025-04-24.
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Supervision & ratios
15 children were combined in one room ages 15months -4 years old with 2 teachers. Note: This was corrected when the teachers went into seperate rooms.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-16. Correction verified 2025-04-24.
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Supervision & ratios
A pot with food in it was uncovered in the refrigerator.
HHSC 746.3317(8) — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-09. Correction verified 2025-04-24.
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Other
In the infant room there were 2 outlets exposed without covers.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-10. Correction verified 2025-04-24.
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Other
The playground was locked and not accessible to licensing upon request.
HHSC 746.4309 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-16. Correction verified 2025-04-24.
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Records & paperwork
5 out of 5 children did not have a health statment on file.
HHSC 746.603(a)(3) — Children's Records - Health Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-23. Correction verified 2025-04-24.
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Safety & premises
5 out of 5 children did not have emergency contacts on their admission form
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-16. Correction verified 2025-04-24.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 16, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Director has not completed the required 30 hours of annual training.
HHSC 746.1311(a) — Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-06-04. Correction verified 2024-06-07.
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Other
The designated director is in the classroom as a caregiver and the owner is acting as a director.
HHSC 746.201(4) — Designating Director
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-31. Correction verified 2024-06-21.
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Safety & premises
The designated play area has long grass and trees that is not safe for the children to play in.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-24. Correction verified 2024-05-16.
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Other
The documentation of drills were not available for review upon request.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-06-04. Correction verified 2024-05-21.
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Staff background & training
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May 7, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Director has not completed the required 30 hours of annual training.
HHSC 746.1311(a) — Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-21. Correction verified 2024-05-16.
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Supervision & ratios
In the infant room there is 6 children present. 5 months, 8 months, two 14 month olds and two 2 year olds.
HHSC 746.1605(1) — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-05-07.
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Other
The gate to the play area is locked and the owner does not have access to the key.
HHSC 746.4309 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-14. Correction verified 2024-05-14.
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Other
The documentation of drills were not available for review upon request.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-21. Correction verified 2024-05-16.
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Staff background & training
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Nov 14, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was present around children prior to receiving an eligible background check.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-11-16. Correction verified 2023-11-21.
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Staff background & training
Two employees, including the director, did not have valid CPR that meets minimum standard requirements and includes a hands-on portion with the mannequin.
HHSC 746.1315(b)(1) — CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-30. Correction verified 2023-12-04.
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Safety & premises
A loose crib sheet was in use and presented an entanglement hazard. This was corrected when it was replaced with a tighter fitting sheet.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-11-14.
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Safety & premises
A baby walker with wheels was present in the infant room. This was corrected when the wheels were removed.
HHSC 746.2415(a)(1) — Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-11-14.
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Safety & premises
The outside space meant for use by children is overgrown with grass and not safe to be used.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-20. Correction verified 2023-11-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There was no hand washing sink in the diaper changing area in a room used by children that are still in diapers.
HHSC 746.4403(a) — Handwashing Sink in Diaper-Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-28. Correction verified 2023-12-04.
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Illness & medication
One child did not have an immunization record present in their file.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-20. Correction verified 2023-12-01.
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Supervision & ratios
A child with multiple diagnosed food allergies did not have a food allergy emergency plan on file at the operation.
HHSC 746.605(16) — Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-11-20. Correction verified 2023-12-01.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 12, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During the walk through the outdoor playground was observed, there were debris of trash on the ground, grass not cut down and toys. Photos were taken during the walk through.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-06-19. Correction verified 2023-06-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During walk through it was observed by the exit door a trash bag was on the floor accessible to children. Note: Trash bag was removed and clear of access to children. This was correct at inspection.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-06-12.
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Safety & premises
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Nov 2, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 14, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 25, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
I observed in the infant room a paint bucket and paint pail filled with paint on the changing table and near bottles. I also observed a caregiver painting and washing paint brushes in the infant sink while 3 infants were in care on the floor.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-08-25.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Aug 16, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A caregiver was in direct care of a child without an active background check.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-08-16. Correction verified 2022-08-25.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
I observed a caregiver answer the door leaving 2 kids unsupervised, I also observed a caregiver take a child to the restroom leaving the classroom with 7 kids unsupervised.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-08-16. Correction verified 2022-08-25.
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Other
I observed a classroom with 7 children napping with no adequate lighting.
HHSC 746.2911 — Adequate Lighting During Naptime
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-08-16. Correction verified 2022-08-25.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 22, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 8, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
I observed two nails and two jacket hooks protruding from the outdoor playground fencing.
HHSC 746.4601(4) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entanglement Protrusions or Openings
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-21. Correction verified 2022-06-22.
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Safety & premises Serious
There was no child safety alarm installed in the vehicle that is currently being used to transport children in care.
HHSC 746.5625(a) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-21. Correction verified 2022-06-22.
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Records & paperwork
Seven complete personnel files were not available for me to observe during my inspection.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-06-23. Correction verified 2022-06-22.
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Safety & premises Serious
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May 12, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 6, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Based on the information obtained, there is sufficient evidence to suggest the operation did not have a signed authorization to drop off and pick up the child from his home. The signed transportation authorization states the child should be dropped off and picked up from the child's elementary school and not the child's home.
HHSC 746.605(8) — Required Admission Information - Transportation Permission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-05-17. Correction verified 2022-05-23.
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Supervision & ratios
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