License #DCFH.56421 · WEST HAVEN, CT · Capacity 4
24 total deficiencies
24 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-6(b)
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4 | The provider shall be physically, emotionally and mentally able to handle child care responsibilities and emergencies and shall be free from any mental, emotional or physical health problems which might impair such abili… |
19a-87b-9(b)
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3 | The facility and equipment shall be in good repair, and reasonably free from anything that may be potentially dangerous to children. — 023-Freedom of Hazards |
19a-87b-8a
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2 | The applicant, provider, prospective employees, assistants, substitutes and each household member shall submit to a comprehensive background check. Such persons shall not have record that the Commissioner reasonably bel… |
19a-87b-9(c)
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2 | All potentially harmful substances and materials shall be inaccessible to children. — 024-Harmful Substances and Materials Inaccessible |
19a-87b-9(d)(7)
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2 | Family child care homes that utilize combustible fuel shall be equipped with at least one operable carbon monoxide (CO) detector on each occupied level of the home. CO detectors shall comply with the Underwriters Labora… |
19a-87b-9(d)(6)
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2 | The provider shall have smoke detectors, in operating condition, placed in the home so as to protect day care children's sleeping areas, play areas and the basement. There shall be at least one smoke detector on each lev… |
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-17
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1 | If the provider administers medications of any kind, they shall have written policies and procedures at the family child care home governing the administration of medications. — 094- Policies and Procedures for Adm of Me… |
19a-87b-10(c)(4)
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1 | The provider shall develop and implement a written schedule that is flexible, with time for free choice play, outdoor play, snacks, meals and a rest period. — 066-Flexible and Balanced Schedule |
19a-87b-9(d)(3)
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1 | Electrical cords and appliances shall be secured and in good repair. Electrical cords shall not hang within reach of children. Protective covers or approved safety outlets shall be provided for all electrical receptacle… |
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Unknown source cadence · Retrieved by AccreditReady May 12, 2026 · Source: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood