License #DCFH.53177 · BRIDGEPORT, CT · Capacity 6
59 total deficiencies
59 citations across this facility's inspection history. Top 10 below — click any rule to read the plain-English summary, evidence inspectors look for, and how to fix.
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19a-87b-9(h)
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6 | The temperature of water at taps used by children shall be safe to prevent scalding. — 36-Water Temperature |
19a-87b-9(d)(5)
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4 | The provider shall develop a written plan for the protection of children and staff in the event of emergencies. — 032-Emergency Plan |
19a-87b-9(b)
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3 | The facility and equipment shall be in good repair, and reasonably free from anything that would be dangerous to children. — 17-Freedom of Hazards |
19a-87b-9(d)(7)
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3 | The provider shall have easily accessible to the area of child care at least one five (5) pound ABC multi-purpose fire extinguisher in operating condition and shall have knowledge of its use. Each fire extinguisher shall… |
19a-87b-10(b)(3)(A)
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3 | For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying any persons permitted to remove the child from the child care home on behalf of … |
19a-87b-10(b)(2)
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3 | The provider shall have a complete and current general health record on file when the child begins attending the family child care home, signed and dated by a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registere… |
19a-87b-9(d)(3)
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2 | Electrical cords and appliances shall be in good repair. Special protective covers for all electrical receptacles shall be installed in all areas occupied by children. — 21-Electrical Safety |
19a-87b-6(c)(3)
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2 | The provider shall maintain a current certificate from an approved course in basic first aid appropriate for child care providers. — 09-First Aid Certificate |
19a-87b-7(a)
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2 | The members of the household shall be free from any mental, emotional or physical health problems which might adversely affect the day care children. The provider shall furnish every two (2) years and at any other time r… |
19a-87b-9(d)(4)(D)
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2 | Every stairway shall have a sturdy handrail for children to use, shall provide safe passageway and be maintained free of obstructions. Sturdy child-safe gates shall be placed at the top and bottom of stairways to prevent… |
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Unknown source cadence · Retrieved by AccreditReady May 11, 2026 · Source: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood