Tiny Totz - Susquehanna PA Child Care Center

280 N MAIN ST , SUSQUEHANNA PA 18847
(570) 853-5050

About the Provider

Description: TINY TOTZ is a Child Care Center in SUSQUEHANNA PA, with a maximum capacity of 42 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00173327
  • Capacity: 42
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 12
  • District Office Phone: (570) 468-8144 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2019-07-18 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 7/18/19 observed that outdoor swings were not embedded mounted over recommended loose fill per USCPSC.

Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The swing sets have been fully removed from the play yard as of 8/9/19. From this point on I will Continue and monitor mantaince and fix all issue asap.
2019-07-18 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Inspection on 7/18/19 revealed chipping paint within facility.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The walls have all been touched up where needed as well as the wood trim. From this point on I will Continue and monitor mantaince and fix all issue asap.
2019-03-19 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Review of records and interview with staff verified that on 3/15/19 staff number 1 was assigned to and caring for 2 young toddlers and 4 older toddlers.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I reviewed with all staff the staff to child ratio and expressed that if we will be out of ratio the parents need to stay until additional staff arrives. We will continue to use the staff to child ratio forms to track children and staff each half hour. I have hired a returning staff member ( just moved back ) and she will be subbing for us as needed.
2018-02-08 Renewal 3270.31(b) - Staff person - 18 yrs. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff number one was 17 years old at her start date in child care.

Correction Required: A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
No one under 18 will be hired. License with birth date will be on file.
2018-02-08 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff number 2, start date in child care 12/22/17 does not have a record of applying for a child abuse clearance prior to the start of child care. The child abuse clearance was applied for and received on 2/2/18.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). . LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Provide a plan for ongoing compliance..

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All documents will be on file and returned complete before staff starts.
2017-02-27 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The pink door of the play house in the toddler play yard had several rough areas and pinch points.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider discarded the broken play house door. Provider will ensure that all play equipment is in good repair and free of visible hazards.
2017-02-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for Child # 1 did not contain health insursance information and policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have parents up date the Emergency Contact Form with chiild's health insursance name and policy number. Provider will ensure that all forms are complete and up to date.
2017-02-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for Child # 2 did not contain phone numbers for emergency contact persons.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider had parents update the Emergency Contact Form with emergency contact persons phone numbers. Provider will ensure that all forms are complete and up to date.
2017-02-27 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Automatic Hands-free diaper cans in Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 rooms were not working, rendering it not hands-free.

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will repair automatic hands-free diaper can or redplace. Provider will ensure that each diapering area contains a plastic lined, hands-free can.

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