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CHARLEY BROWN CHILDREN'S CENTERLicense 3708009391 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

***This is an amended version of original report dated 01/08/2025*** On 01/08/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Dana Stevens conducted an unannounced complaint inspection to deliver findings for the above allegation. LPA met with Director Elizabeth Cortese and informed her of the reason for the visit. There were 61 children present with 17 staff members. During the investigation LPA conducted three unannounced inspections of the facility, interviewed Director, teachers, daycare children, daycare parents, and reviewed facility records. Based on Information obtained in interviews and LPA observation, toddlers were served hot dogs cut in half, which is a potential choking hazard, thus this allegation is deemed Substantiated. Deficiencies cited on the attached LIC 9099D The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) is to be posted for thirty (30) days. An exit interview was conducted. Licensee Rights (LIC 9098 01/16) along with a copy of this report was provided to staff; their signature on this form confirms receipt of these rights.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 101227(a)(1)Type B

    FOOD SERVICE

    **This is an amended version of report dated 01/08/2025**101227(a)(1) Food Services In child care centers providing meals to children, the following shall apply:...All food shall be selected, stored, prepared and served in a safe and healthful manner...This requirement was not met as evidence by: Per interviews conducted and LPA observation, the facility serves toddlers hot dogs cut in half which is a choking hazard, This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.

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What happened during the January 8, 2025 inspection of CHARLEY BROWN CHILDREN'S CENTER?

This was a complaint inspection of CHARLEY BROWN CHILDREN'S CENTER on January 8, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to CHARLEY BROWN CHILDREN'S CENTER on January 8, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "**This is an amended version of report dated 01/08/2025**101227(a)(1) Food Services In child care centers providing meal..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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