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Youth camp · Meriden, CT
CAMP B G C
A licensed youth camp in Meriden, Connecticut, with its state inspection history from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed youth camp
Address: 15 LINCOLN ST, BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF MERIDEN, Meriden, CT 06451
Phone: (203) 235-8185
OEC license number: YCYC.01149
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Inspection history
Last 3 years: November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026, when the state's files were last updated
- 3 inspections
- 5 violations cited on these visits
A violation means an inspector found a licensing rule wasn't met at the time of the visit. Programs are expected to fix what was cited, and the state often asks for a written corrective action plan. Read the official record for details.
Below are all 11 visits in the state's files from August 3, 2015 to July 16, 2026, newest first, with 56 violations in all. A follow-up visit checks on violations cited earlier. Each violation shows OEC's short title for it and the regulation cited. The rule text shows which regulation was cited, not what the inspector saw; ask the program or OEC for details. A case result of "Corrective Action Plan" means the state asked the program for a written plan to fix what was cited, and "Closed" means the state lists the case as closed. Case results and status are shown as the state published them.
July 16, 2026 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2026-1475
024b-Background checks
Regulation: 19a-428-2t(1)
Rule cited (text as published)
The licensee shall comply with the requirements pertaining to staff comprehensive background checks. A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the youth camp which shall include evidence that the necessary information and documentation specified by the Office of Early Childhood in order to conduct background checks has been submitted. The operator shall provide to the Office of Early Childhood any information obtained concerning substantiated child abuse or neglect records or criminal convictions upon request.
July 24, 2025 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2025-1701
July 17, 2024 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 4 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2024-1219
026-Child records current/complete
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of campers shall be kept on file at the youth camp and shall include, but not be limited to, the name, age and address of the camper, the name, address and telephone numbers including the business telephone number of the parent or an adult next of kin who shall be notified in an emergency, the date of first attendance at the youth camp and the date of leaving the youth camp permanently in the case of residence youth camps, or the last date of attendance at the youth camp in the case of day camps, and a current physical examination or health status certification.
028-Notification of changes w/in 5 business days
Regulation: 19a-428-3(b)
Rule cited (text as published)
The licensee shall notify the commissioner in writing as soon as possible, but no later than five business days after the date of any change in circumstances, which alters or affects the youth camp services as stated in the license application. The licensee shall report changes in circumstances that include, but are not limited to, change in location of the youth camp, change in operational dates of the youth camp, change in trip dates, and change in youth camp director.
053-Parent permission
Regulation: 19a-428-4(t)
Rule cited (text as published)
For each out of camp outing, signed parent permission for each camper participating shall be obtained prior to the outing. Such permission forms shall be maintained on-site at the youth camp for one (1) year along with documentation of the purpose of the trip, the exact destination, itinerary, and attendance for campers and staff.
024b-Background checks
Regulation: 19a-428-2t(1)
Rule cited (text as published)
The licensee shall comply with the requirements pertaining to staff comprehensive background checks. A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the youth camp which shall include evidence that the necessary information and documentation specified by the Office of Early Childhood in order to conduct background checks has been submitted. The operator shall provide to the Office of Early Childhood any information obtained concerning substantiated child abuse or neglect records or criminal convictions upon request.
July 7, 2023 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 6 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2023-2366
025-Staff records current/complete
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of staff shall be kept on file at the youth camp and shall include, but not be limited to, the name, age and address of the staff, the name, address and telephone numbers including the business telephone number of the parent or an adult next of kin who shall be notified in an emergency, the date of first attendance at the youth camp and the date of leaving the youth camp permanently in the case of residence youth camps, or the last date of attendance at the youth camp in the case of day camps, and a current physical examination or health status certification.
026-Child records current/complete
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of campers shall be kept on file at the youth camp and shall include, but not be limited to, the name, age and address of the camper, the name, address and telephone numbers including the business telephone number of the parent or an adult next of kin who shall be notified in an emergency, the date of first attendance at the youth camp and the date of leaving the youth camp permanently in the case of residence youth camps, or the last date of attendance at the youth camp in the case of day camps, and a current physical examination or health status certification.
077-Written authorized prescriber permission
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(C)(i) and (ii)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber which shall be on file at the youth camp.
078-Written parent permission
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(C)(i) and (ii)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications described, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written permission of the child's parent which shall be on file at the youth camp.
024b-Background checks
Regulation: 19a-428-2t(1)
Rule cited (text as published)
The licensee shall comply with the requirements pertaining to staff comprehensive background checks.
024c-Employment history checks
Regulation: 19a-428-2t(2)
Rule cited (text as published)
The licensee shall obtain from each prospective employee, who is eighteen years of age or older, for a position that requires the provision of care to a child or involves unsupervised access to a child, a listing of all employment held in the United States for an organization that provides care or services to children in the preceding five years. The operator shall take reasonable steps to contact each such previous employer and any employers made accessible to the Operator by the Office of Early Childhood, to verify, at a minimum, the prospective employee's job title and description of his or her regular duties, confirm the employment dates, and ask whether such previous employer would recommend the prospective employee for employment. The Operator shall maintain on file at the youth camp documentation that verifies efforts to comply with these requirements and provide to the Office of Early Childhood any information obtained pursuant to this subdivision upon request of the Office of Early Childhood.
July 28, 2022 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 2 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2022-1990
027-Individual care plan(s)
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
The record for each camper shall include information regarding disabilities or special health care needs and an individual plan of care for a camper with special health care needs or disabilities, developed with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary.
066-Abstract record
Regulation: 19a-428-5(e)
Rule cited (text as published)
An abstract record of all cases treated at the youth camp shall be kept in a manner that prevents alteration of the information contained in the record such as a bound volume. The abstract record shall include the date, time, circumstances that resulted in the case, the condition, treatment provided and persons responsible for the care. At least once a week these cases shall be reviewed by the youth camp physician or advanced practice registered nurse who shall sign and date the abstract record indicating the physician or advanced practice registered nurse's review of cases.
June 23, 2022 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 6 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2022-1990
011-Camp's plans, policies & procedures implemented
Regulation: 19a-428-2(c)(4)
Rule cited (text as published)
The youth camp director shall be responsible for the implementation of the youth camp's plans, policies and procedures developed by the licensee. The licensee shall be responsible for developing all plans, policies and procedures required by the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.
025-Staff records current/complete
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of staff shall be kept on file at the youth camp and shall include, but not be limited to, the name, age and address of the staff, the name, address and telephone numbers including the business telephone number of the parent or an adult next of kin who shall be notified in an emergency, the date of first attendance at the youth camp and the date of leaving the youth camp permanently in the case of residence youth camps, or the last date of attendance at the youth camp in the case of day camps, and a current physical examination or health status certification.
042-Buildings safe & sanitary
Regulation: 19a-428-4(j)(2)
Rule cited (text as published)
Buildings shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. When the Office of Early Childhood or the local director of health so directs, a certificate of approval shall be obtained from the local or state fire marshal.
056-Standing orders/first aid instructions
Regulation: 19a-428-5(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Annually the physician or advanced practice registered nurse shall sign and date standing orders or first aid instructions.
057-CT nurse/first aider
Regulation: 19a-428-5(a) and 19a-428-2(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
The youth camp shall have on site a camp nurse or a person at least twenty-one years of age who holds current certification in first aid by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, the National Safety Council, American Safety and Health Institute or Medic First Aid International, Inc. The youth camp director shall not serve as the director of first aid.
058-All health care staff hold current CPR cert
Regulation: 19a-428-5(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
All youth camp health care personnel shall hold current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation appropriate to the population served by the youth camp and issued by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, the National Safety Council, American Safety and Health Institute, Medic First Aid International, Inc. or an organization using guidelines for CPR and emergency cardiovascular care published by the AHA and International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation.
August 13, 2021 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2021-342
012-Staff trained on camp's policies & procedures
Regulation: 19a-422
Rule cited (text as published)
Prior to assuming responsibility for campers, staff shall be trained, at a minimum, on the camp's policies and procedures pertaining to behavioral management, and supervision, emergency health and safety procedures and recognizing, preventing and reporting child abuse and neglect.
027-Individual care plan(s)
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
The record for each camper shall include information regarding disabilities or special health care needs and an individual plan of care for a camper with special health care needs or disabilities, developed with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary.
078-Written parent permission
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(C)(i) and (ii)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications described, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written permission of the child's parent which shall be on file at the youth camp.
August 9, 2019 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 12 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2019-2334
006-Campers needs met, adequate/competent staff
Regulation: 19a-428-2(b)
Rule cited (text as published)
The licensee shall provide staff, programs and services to meet the needs of all campers. All staff shall have the personal qualities necessary to care for and work with children and relate to adults.
012-Staff trained on camp's policies & procedures
Regulation: 19a-422
Rule cited (text as published)
Prior to assuming responsibility for campers, staff shall be trained, at a minimum, on the camp's policies and procedures pertaining to behavioral management, and supervision, emergency health and safety procedures and recognizing, preventing and reporting child abuse and neglect.
025-Staff records current/complete
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of staff shall be kept on file at the youth camp and shall include, but not be limited to, the name, age and address of the staff, the name, address and telephone numbers including the business telephone number of the parent or an adult next of kin who shall be notified in an emergency, the date of first attendance at the youth camp and the date of leaving the youth camp permanently in the case of residence youth camps, or the last date of attendance at the youth camp in the case of day camps, and a current physical examination or health status certification.
031-Drinking fountains/drinking utensils
Regulation: 19a-428-4(b)
Rule cited (text as published)
Drinking fountains shall be sanitary and in compliance with section 19-13-B35 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. No common drinking utensils shall be provided or used.
038-Grounds
Regulation: 19a-428-4(g)
Rule cited (text as published)
Supervision and equipment sufficient to prevent littering of the grounds with rubbish, garbage or other refuse shall be provided and maintained. Fly tight depositories for such material shall be provided and conspicuously located. Each dwelling unit site within a youth camp shall be not more than a distance of two hundred feet of such depository. Such depositories shall not be permitted to become foul smelling or unsightly or a breeding place for flies.
045-Fields
Regulation: 19a-428-4(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
Fields intended for athletic activities or use shall be maintained free of hazards.
060-First aid equipment & supplies
Regulation: 19a-428-5(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
First aid equipment and supplies shall be specified by the youth camp physician or advanced practice registered nurse in the first aid instructions.
064-MOU with physician/APRN
Regulation: 19a-428-5(c)
Rule cited (text as published)
There shall be on file a memorandum of understanding with the on-call or resident physician or advanced practice registered nurse concerning the provision of medical care for emergencies and of routine care to be carried out at the youth camp, including standing orders for the nurse, if there is one, and instructions for the provision of first aid in lieu of a resident physician or nurse, for both day and residential youth camps.
066-Abstract record
Regulation: 19a-428-5(e)
Rule cited (text as published)
An abstract record of all cases treated at the youth camp shall be kept in a manner that prevents alteration of the information contained in the record such as a bound volume. The abstract record shall include the date, time, circumstances that resulted in the case, the condition, treatment provided and persons responsible for the care. At least once a week these cases shall be reviewed by the youth camp physician or advanced practice registered nurse who shall sign and date the abstract record indicating the physician or advanced practice registered nurse's review of cases.
078-Written parent permission
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(C)(i) and (ii)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications described, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written permission of the child's parent which shall be on file at the youth camp.
080-MAR maintained
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(D)(i) and (ii)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications, individual written medication administration records for each child shall be maintained, reviewed prior to administering each dose of medication and kept on file at the youth camp for at least two (2) years after the child is no longer enrolled in the youth camp.
082-Unused. expired prescription meds
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(E)(iv)
Rule cited (text as published)
All unused or expired medication, except for controlled drugs, shall be returned to the parent or disposed of by the youth camp director, or the youth camp director's designee, and in the presence of at least one witness, if it is not picked up after seven days after the camper's departure at the end of camp. The licensee shall contact the Department of Consumer Protection for direction on the proper method of disposing of a controlled drug, and shall carry out the direction as required.
July 27, 2018 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 8 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed October 26, 2018 · Inspection number X2018-1996
004-License posted
Regulation: 19a-422
Rule cited (text as published)
The license shall be posted in a conspicuous place at the youth camp.
039-Food service
Regulation: 19a-428-4(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Youth camps that dispense foods or beverages shall meet requirements of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. Day camps shall collect and store potentially hazardous food in accordance with the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.
042-Buildings safe & sanitary
Regulation: 19a-428-4(j)(2)
Rule cited (text as published)
Buildings shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. When the Office of Early Childhood or the local director of health so directs, a certificate of approval shall be obtained from the local or state fire marshal.
053-Parent permission
Regulation: 19a-428-4(t)
Rule cited (text as published)
For each out of camp outing, signed parent permission for each camper participating shall be obtained prior to the outing. Such permission forms shall be maintained on-site at the youth camp for one (1) year along with documentation of the purpose of the trip, the exact destination, itinerary, and attendance for campers and staff.
070-Administration of meds staff
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
No staff member under eighteen years of age shall administer any medication at a youth camp.
074-Documented general med trained staff
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(A)(i) and (ii)
Rule cited (text as published)
Prior to the administration of any medication other than nonprescription topical medications by staff members, the staff members responsible for administering the medications shall first be trained in the methods of administration of medications and shall receive written approval from the trainer indicating that the trainee has successfully completed a training program. A staff member trained and approved to administer medication shall be present whenever a child who has written orders to receive medication by an authorized prescriber is enrolled and present at the youth camp, and the youth camp permits the administration of medication by staff not licensed to administer medication. The training in the administration of medications shall be documented.
075-Documented oral, topical, inhalant, rectal, non premeasured injectable med trained staff
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(A)(iii),(v) and (vi); 19a-428-6(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
In addition to training in the methods of administration of medications, before a staff member may administer oral, topical, inhalant, rectal medications or injectable medications other than by a premeasured commercially prepared auto-injector, the staff member shall have successfully completed a training program within three years. Training approval documents and outline shall be maintained on site at the youth camp.
076-Documented premeasured injectable med trained staff
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(A)(iv); 19a-428-6(a)(2)(B)(i), (ii
Rule cited (text as published)
In addition to training in the methods of administration of medications, before a staff member may administer injectable medications by a premeasured commercially prepared auto-injector, the staff member shall have successfully completed a training program within one year. Training approval documents and outline shall be maintained on site at the youth camp.
July 6, 2017 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 7 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed October 4, 2017 · Inspection number X2017-3243
024 -Food service conforms to 19-13-B42
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Facilities for dispensing foods or beverages shall meet regulatory requirements.
025 -Perishables have adequate refrigeration
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Camps shall collect and store potentially hazardous food in appropriate refrigeration facilities.
048 -Weekly review of cases by MD/signed and dated
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(m)
Rule cited (text as published)
At least once a week those cases treated at camp shall be reviewed by the camp physician who shall sign and date the bound volume indicating his review of cases.
054 -Waterfront/swimming area director(s) certified, age >20
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(n)
Rule cited (text as published)
The director of each individual waterfront or swimming area, including areas devoted to the practice of aquatics, shall be over age twenty and shall possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training current rating or its equivalent.
056-All lifeguards certified in ARC CPR/AED Prof. Res or AHA BLS Healthcare Prov, face shield
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(n)
Rule cited (text as published)
The Director of each waterfront or swimming area shall possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification or an equivalent certification.
078a -Local FM certificate for bldg(s) within a year
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(q)
Rule cited (text as published)
When the Office of Early Childhood or the local director of health so directs, a certificate of approval shall be obtained from the local or state fire marshal.
102 -Order from authorized prescriber and parent's permission for all meds
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber and the written permission of the child's parent which shall be on file at the youth camp.
August 3, 2015 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 7 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed August 6, 2015 · Inspection number X2015-2258
024 -Food service conforms to 19-13-B42
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Facilities for dispensing foods or beverages shall meet regulatory requirements.
025 -Perishables have adequate refrigeration
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Camps shall collect and store potentially hazardous food in appropriate refrigeration facilities.
029 -Physician signed and dated Instructions w/in 1 year for First Aider
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(j)
Rule cited (text as published)
Annually the physician shall sign and date instructions to be carried out in his absence by a person over age twenty-one having American Red Cross Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Training certification, or the equivalent.
039 -Campers/staff records on file including contact info
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of both staff and campers shall be kept on file at camp and shall include the personal data concerning each member of the staff and camper kept in any reasonable form the camp director may choose.
040 -Camper/staff records current within 36 months
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of both staff and campers shall be kept on file at camp and shall include a physical examination or health status certification by a physician, an advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse or a physician assistant dated within thirty-six months prior to the date of arrival at camp.
047 -Bound log available
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(m)
Rule cited (text as published)
An abstract record of all cases treated at camp shall be kept in a bound volume noting the date, the condition, the disposal and the persons responsible for the care.
078a -Local FM certificate for bldg(s) within a year
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(q)
Rule cited (text as published)
When the Office of Early Childhood or the local director of health so directs, a certificate of approval shall be obtained from the local or state fire marshal.
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- Child Care & Youth Camp Licensing Violations: violations and regulation text.
All three are published by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood on data.ct.gov as Public Domain. State files updated November 12, 2026. We show the state's text as published; a few visit dates in the files fall far in the future, and we list those as not published. Program details last checked November 12, 2026.