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Child Care Center

Beacon Day Care

Greensburg, PA · Westmoreland County
401 JUNIPER ST, Greensburg, PA 15601
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Capacity
37 children
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

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📞 (724) 691-0381
401 JUNIPER ST
Greensburg, PA 15601
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Not found in current state licensing data

This provider appeared in previous licensing records but was not found in our most recent state data update.

Historical licensing information
License Number
CER-00181217
Expired
Oct 20, 2022
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 4

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Our program has been developed to help facilitate the relationship between caregivers and parents by providing them with specific information about our center and our policies and to make their child/children a well rounded and independent kindergartener.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2020-07-10 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an infant sleeping in a Pack n Play which was not labeled for the infant's use.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
New labels for all pack n plays have been posted on the wall above each pack n play. All labels will stay in place and that each child will rest in the appropriately assigned pack n play.
2020-07-10 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contains an initial health report dated more than 60 days after the child's first date of attendance at the facility. Child #1 was in attendance more than 60 days prior to the COVID-19 suspensions.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 is no longer in attendance. Going forward, the director and site supervisor will ensure that parents of new enrollments provide an initial health report within 60 days of enrollment.
2020-07-10 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacks verification of a current Hepatitis A vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file for child #3 lacks verification of a current Flu vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent of Child #2 has chosen not to allow their child to receive a new Hepatitis A vaccine. An exemption paper signed by the parent is in child #2 file. Parent of child #3 has chosen not to have their child receive the Flu vaccine. An exemption paper signed by the parent is in child #3 file. Going forward each parent will be given an Exemption form to be completed should they choose to not vaccinate their child. In addition, child vaccination records will be reviewed by the director to ensure they are current.
2020-07-10 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessments on file for staff person #1, #2 are dated more than 24 months ago. The two most recent health assessments on file for staff person #5 are dated in an interval greater than 24 months.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 and #2 will submit updated health assessments. Staff #5 has a current health assessment on file. Going forward, a chart has been implemented including all staff and will be reviewed monthly to ensure health assessments are being completed in the proper time frame.
2020-07-10 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, observed one unlabeled bottle which had been used to feed an infant.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bottles were properly labeled for the child they belonged to. Going forward, the infant room teacher will label all bottles as they are given for the child they belong to. The director will follow up with the teacher to ensure that this practice is being followed.
2020-07-10 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacks signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 is no longer attending the daycare. For all new child enrollments, the director will review emergency contact forms with the parent(s) to ensure that all areas are completed properly.
2020-07-10 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #8 and #9 each contains two written, non-family references dated after the staff person's first date of employment at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both staff have the required references on file. Going forward, the director and site supervisor will have written references on file prior to a staff's start date.
2020-07-10 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #6 contain mandated reporter training that was updated in an interval greater than 60 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3, #4 and #6 have current mandated reporter training on file.Going forward, staff files will be reviewed monthly to ensure mandated reporter is done within the time frame allotted.
2020-07-10 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an inaccessible spray bottle of unknown liquid in the toddler room. Staff identified the liquid as bleach water.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The spray bottle has been appropriately labeled by the director. Going forward, staff have been instructed to make sure all bottles are labeled.
2019-12-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed accessible stickers below the window in the infant room which have a diameter of less than 1 inch.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The stickers were removed. In the future, objects and toys with a diameter of less than 1 inch will not be accessible to children in care who are still placing objects in their mouths.
2019-12-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(j) - Prohibit items in crib Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2 infants sleeping in Pack n Plays with thick blankets covering their torsos.

Correction Required: Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The blankets were removed from the Pack n Plays. Acting supervisor will periodically monitor the infant room for safety issues, including blankets in the Pack n Plays. A reminder will be posted that only pacifiers nd light blankets are permitted in Pack n Plays used by infants.
2019-12-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed two accessible electrical outlets in an extension cord in the young toddler room.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Outlet covers were placed in the uncovered outlets. In the future, teachers as well as management will check outlet daily to ensure the outlets have outlet covers.
2019-12-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an accessible bottle of Vicks Vapo Rub labeled "keep out of reach of children' in a backpack located in a low cubby in the hallway.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The container of Vicks was made inaccessible. An email was sent to the parents of all enrolled children to remind them that anything labeled "keep out of the reach of children' should not be sent into the facility. All items labeled 'keep out of the reach of children' will be made inaccessible.
2019-12-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an area of peeling paint in the young toddler room on the inside wall.

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 paint was repaired. In the future, surfaces will be monitored and peeling or damaged paint will be repaired so that the facility is free from damaged paint or plaster.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.102(a)/3270.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed plastic pretend food toys in the toddler room with bite and chew marks. Observed foam blocks in the toddler room with bite marks and missing chunks of foam.

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. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
pretend food and form blocks with chew marks were immediately thrown away. Going forward, teachers in each class room will monitor items to ensure that there are no chew marks or broken pieces and immediately disregard if marks are found.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an infant sleeping in a Pack n Play which was not labeled for the child's use. Observed preschool aged children during nap time using rest equipment which was not labeled for their use.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Pack n plays are labeled individually 1-4 and the childs assigned pack n play is listed on the white board beside their name. Additionally, rest equipment for all children have been labeled with their names. Going forward, rest equipment that is provided by parents for their child/children will either be labeled by the parents or a staff member upon receiving it.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 9:20 a.m., a group of 13 mixed-age children consisting of preschoolers and young and older-school age children was being supervised by staff persons #3 and #6. Staff person #3 identified responsibility for 6 preschoolers and staff person #6 identified responsibility for two preschoolers, 3 young school-agers and one older school-ager, leaving one child not identified in a supervisory group.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Proper Supervision of groups was reviewed with both staff #3 and staff #6. Going forward, supervisors will monitor staff periodically throughout the day to ensure they are able to identify their groups and the children and ages within them.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 contains an agreement which lacks the operator's signature.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fee agreement for child #3 has been signed by current operator. Going forward, all items will be completed on the fee agreement including operators signature.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 contains the original agreement.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The original agreements will be the parents. In the future, the original agreement will be given to the parent when the agreement is signed.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5 contains emergency contact information which lacks the health insurance 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.)
The Insurance policy for child #5 has been completed on the emergency contact form. Going forward, operator will ensure all information is completed on the emergency contact form including insurance and policy number for child.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, child #3, child #4 and child #5 contains emergency contact information which lacks the complete address of a parent-designated release person.

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.)
Emergency contact forms for child #3, #4 and #5 have been properly completed with complete address' of parent designated release persons. Going forward, operator will ensure that the emergency contact form is completed in its entirety including full address of persons for child to be released to.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #5 was not present in the preschool room while child #5 was receiving care in the room.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact information for child #5 was added to the binder in the preschool room. Moving forward, children will have emergency contact information present with the children where they are receiving care.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contain health reports which are dated in an interval which exceeds 6 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 has a current health report on file. Management will continue to track health report dates so that children have current health reports on file at all times.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacks verification of a current flu vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Parent of child #3 has completed a flu exemption form. Going forward, when a child Health assessment is completed, parents will also complete a child immunization/exemption form as to what immunizations their child/children will not be receiving.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The medication log for child #6 lacks a parent's written consent for administration.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The med log will be signed. Going forward, staff will ensure that med logs are fully completed by the parent.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for staff person #2 are dated in an interval which exceeds 24 months.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 has a current health assessment. Going forward all employed staff will receive health assessments within 24 months of their current health assessment.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.151(b) - Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #5 contains a health assessment conducted and signed by a chiropractor.

Correction Required: A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Due to the inability to obtain a proper staff health assessment, Staff #5 is no longer employed with the company. Going forward, supervisors will ensure all physicals for new employees or renewal physicals, are completed by the appropriate physician.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, observed bottles which lack the child's name.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Bottles have been labeled with the appropriate childs name. Going forward, staff will label all bottles that come in to the center if the parent has not already done so.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The last written review and updated of the emergency contact information and agreement for child #4 is dated more than 6 months ago. The last written review and update of the agreement for child #3 is dated more than 6 months ago.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Review for child #3 and child #4 have been reviewed again with the parents and signed. In the future, staff will review with parents their emergency contact form and the fee agreement form and have them signed every six months or every April and October. Whichever is deemed necessary to remain in compliance.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 and staff person #2 lacks verification of 6 hours of child care training which was completed in the most recent service year.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 has completed 6 hours of child care training. Staff person #2 will complete additional hours of training. Going forward, management will ensure that sufficient training hours are completed prior to staff's anniversary date.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #4 lacks a compete state police clearance, making it invalid.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid state police clearance is on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new, valid state police clearance was obtained for staff person #4. In the future, we will comply with the CPSL.
2019-07-30 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed the following items labeled 'keep out of the reach of children' in a diaper bag in a low cubby in the lobby area" Aquafor, sunscreen and Orajel.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The items were made inaccessible. Moving forward toxics and items labeled 'keep out of the reach of children' will not be accessible to children,
2019-05-10 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 4:15 p.m., observed a group of 9 older and younger toddlers receiving care in the toddler room. Staff person #1 identified and claimed responsibility for 3 children and staff person #2 identified and claimed responsibility for 4 children, leaving 2 children who were not identified in a supervisory group.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have implemented a card system that the staff has been retrained on and all new staff will be made aware of as well as reminders at staff meetings. Also, supervisors will randomly test staff on their groups and ages.
2019-05-10 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.61(h) - Measurement and use of indoor child care space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 4:10 p.m., observed 17 children receiving care in the preschool room which is a child care space that has a capacity of 14.

Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Going forward capacity signs have been posted in each room and will be followed and monitored by the supervisor on duty.
2019-05-08 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 05/10/19, observed that the lock on the kitchen door was not engaged, allowing children access to the stove.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
It has been reviewed with staff during staff meetings as well as daily checks that the kitchen door must remain closed as well as locked at all times. A sign has also been placed on the door as a reminder to make sure the door is always closed and locked. Going forward supervisors will monitor to ensure that this practice is being followed.
2019-05-08 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 05/10/19, observed an unlocked storage closet in the preschool room which contained laundry detergent, cleaning liquids, and sunscreen, all labeled 'keep out of the reach of children.'

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
It has been reviewed with staff during staff meetings as well as daily check ins that the storage room door must be locked at all times. Going forward supervisors on duty will monitor that this door is always locked.
2018-10-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(a)/3270.119 - Clean, age appropriate/Infant sleep position Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At 12:05 p.m., observed child #1 asleep in a bouncy chair.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
It has been reviewed with all staff concerning the importance of children sleeping in the appropriate rest equipment for their age. The Staff person that was present in the room has completed the sleep safe course on Better Kid Care and is also in the process of completing "Infant-Toddler Care:Safety" Going forward, management will review at monthly staff meetings with all staff the importance of placing children in the proper rest equipment as well as random reviews.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 and child #5 lacks a current child service report. Child #4 and child #4 have been in attendance at the facility more than 6 months.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child Service reports will be completed in six month intervals. We have chosen April and October so that each child, no matter when they are enrolled, will have a report done within the 6 month period.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacks an initial health report. Child #4 has been in attendance at the facility more than 60 days.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator to obtain current health report for child. All children will have a current health report on file within 60 days of when they start at the facility.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health report on file for child #5, a young toddler, is dated more than 6 months ago. The file for child #3 contains health reports which were updated in an interval which exceeds 6 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator to obtain updated health report for child #5. Child #3 has a current health report on file. Operator will track child health report dates to ensure children have current health reports on file at all times.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was no written parental consent for administration of a tube of antifungal cream observed in the toddler room for child #2.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will send the cream home with the child and in the future, we'll make sure a medication log is completed for all medication.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was no written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for child #1, a 10 month old.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We'll have mom complete a feeding schedule and in the future, feeding schedules will be completed for all infants at enrollment.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 contains emergency contact information which was updated in an interval which exceeds 6 months. The file for child #4 contains emergency contact information which was updated in an interval which exceeds 6 months and an agreement which was updated more than 6 months ago. The file for child #5 contains an agreement which was updated more than 6 months ago.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The agreement for child #5 will be updated. Review of emergency contact/fee agreement will be completed in six month intervals. We have chosen April and October so that this information for each child, no matter when they are enrolled, will be reviewed within the 6 month intervals.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.182(8) - Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacks an initial and/or current agreement.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator to complete an agreement and review with parent of child #3. All enrolled children will have current agreements on file at the facility.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, child #1, a 10 month old, was observed sleeping in a pack n play in which the fitted sheet was very loose, creating a suffocation hazard.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The sheet was replaced with a tight-fitting sheet and in the future, oversized sheets will be discarded and only tight fitting sheets will be used for infant sleep or no sheets at all.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacks verification of current fire safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 is no longer employed with our company however going forward every staff employed with us will have annual Fire Safety Training. In addition, new employees will have Fire Safety training within a year of their employment.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was a spray bottle of cleaning solution hanging from a shelf in the preschool room, low enough to be accessible to the school-age children in the room. There was a can of Lysol spray on a shelf in the adult bathroom, to which the door was open, making it accessible to the school-age children in care. There was a bottle of sunblock in a book bag on a low shelf in the hall cubbies, making it accessible to the children in care. All items included instructions to keep out of the reach of children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The cleaning solution in the preschool room was immediately moved to a higher shelf. The can of Lysol was immediately removed from the bathroom and the sunblock was immediately removed from the book bag. In the future, we'll remind parents to remove any toxics from children's book bags and toxics will be kept inaccessible to children.
2018-07-24 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was an unlabeled bottle of cleaning solution in the infant room.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bottle was immediately labeled and in the future, we'll make sure all bottles are labeled properly.
2018-04-18 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 11:00 a.m., certification representative observed staff person #1 and staff person #2 in the outdoor play space with a group of 10 young and older toddlers. Staff person #1 identified responsibility for 6 children, all of whom were older toddlers. Staff person #2 identified responsibility for 2 children, leaving 2 children not identified in a supervisory group.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Going forward, daily check in's will be done with all staff verifying their cards and to which children they are assigned. We have also implemented daily questions across the company in regard to ratio to ensure all staff understands the ratio and supervision regulations.
2018-03-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed a cracked lid on the water table which creates a sharp corner and a pinch point in the young toddler room.

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.)
The lid was repaired. In the future staff will do a walk through in rooms once a week and repair or remove any broken toys.
2018-03-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 9:30 a.m., observed two older toddlers who were alone at the sink in the bathroom adjacent to the classroom. Staff person #1, who was the staff person assigned responsibility for the toddlers, was diapering another child inside of the older toddler classroom. Staff person #1 was not able to see, direct, or assess the two children who were in the bathroom.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Supervision was discussed in detail with Staff person #1 as per code 3270.113. The class titled "Supervision-Where do I stand?' was also completed by Staff #1 as this was the citation. Supervision was also discussed in detail at our staff meeting on 4/4/18. Going forward, All staff will follow supervision guidelines as outlined in the regulation book.
2018-03-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an inaccessible tube of desonide cream in the older toddler room which lacks written consent for administration.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The medication was removed from the room. Operator to check with parent to find out if child still needs the medication and a medication log will be completed if the medication is needed. In the future, a new system has been developed that requires parents to complete a medication log before the medication is accepted by staff.
2018-03-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed accessible dishwasher powder, a bottle of Spic n Span and Dawn dish detergent, all labeled 'keep out of the reach of children' under the kitchen sink. Observed accessible toothpaste which is labeled 'keep out of the reach of children' in a cubby in the lobby area.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The kitchen door was closed and locked and the toothpaste was made inaccessible. A childproof lock will be installed on the cabinet door in the kitchen to keep toxics inaccessible. Toothpastes will be kept in the bathroom on an inaccessible shelf. All cleaning materials and toxics will be inaccessible to children.
2018-03-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an unlabeled spray bottle of cleaner in the preschool room.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bottle of cleaner was labeled. All bottles will be checked for labeling when they are refilled. All cleaning bottles will be labeled.
2018-03-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed a cupboard door with a missing knob, causing the sharp tip of the wood screw to be accessible to children in care in the older toddler room.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The screw was covered and a permanent fix will be done. Staff will walk through the facility on a weekly basis to make sure that building surfaces are clean and in good repair.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed exposed bolts in the far left and right corners of the small yard and one exposed bolt on the gate in the small yard.

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.)
The bolts were repaired. In the future, operator will ensure that all exposed bolts are covered.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The Pack `n Plays in the infant room were numbered, but there was no chart to identify who was assigned to each Pack `n Play.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child`s parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The childrens names and Pack `n Play assignments will be written on the white board on a daily basis. In the future, we will identify individual rest equipment by writing the numbers and corresponding children on a white board.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerators in the toddler room and in the preschool room did not have a thermometer.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45 F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator purchased thermometers and place them in both refrigerators. In the future, we will always make sure there is a thermometer in each refrigerator.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The toddler room lacks a posted schedule of daily activities and routines

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Based on conversations with staff, the schedule had just been taken down to update. The daily schedule of daily activities and routines was immediately posted. In the future, we will ensure that daily schedules are posted in all classrooms.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #1 did not include the phone number for the child's physician and the emergency contact information in the file for child #3 did not include the complete address for the child's physician.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child`s physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will have the parents complete the missing information on the forms and in the future, we will assure that the parents complete all forms in full at enrollment and when updating.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #3 did not include the work name and complete address for the child's mother.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will have the parents complete the missing information on the forms and in the future, we will assure that the parents complete all forms in full at enrollment and when updating.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #1 did not include the health insurance name and policy number under which the child is covered and the emergency contact information in the file for child #2 did not include the health insurance policy number under which the child is covered.

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.)
We will have the parents complete the missing information on the forms and in the future, we will assure that the parents complete all forms in full at enrollment and when updating.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #1 did not include the complete address for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact information in the file for child #2 and #3 did not include an address for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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.)
We will have the parents complete the missing information on the forms and in the future, we will assure that the parents complete all forms in full at enrollment and when updating.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The only health form in the file for child #4 was dated more than 60 days after the childs first day of attendance at the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file now includes a current health report. In the future, the facility will maintain a list of all due dates for child health reports and assure that health reports are obtained timely. (Corrected 9/29)
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The last two health reports in the file for child #5, an infant, were dated more than 6 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file now includes a current health report. In the future, the facility will maintain a list of all due dates for child health reports and assure that health reports are obtained timely.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The last two health reports in the file for child #2, an older toddler, were dated more than 12 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file now includes a current health report. In the future, the facility will maintain a list of all due dates for child health reports and assure that health reports are obtained timely.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The health report in the file for child #1 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The health report will be updated to include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. In the future, operator will specifically require all child physicals to be completed on the state health report form.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.134(f) - Toothbrush bristles up Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed a child's toothbrush stored in a plastic bag in the preschool bathroom.

Correction Required: Toothbrushes shall be stored with the bristles up and exposed to circulating air.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The toothbrush was moved to a toothbrush holder. Toothbrushes accepted by the facility will be stored according to regulation.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 contains staff health assessments which were undated in an interval which exceeds 24 months.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 has a current health assessment on file. Operator to develop a checklist of staff health assessment due dates which will be posted to ensure that staff health assessments are updated timely.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was an unlabeled bottle on the sink and several unlabeled bottles in the refrigerator in the infant room.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child`s name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bottles were immediately labeled by a staff person and in the future, we will ensure that all bottles are labeled as soon as they come into the room.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The written update by a parent on the emergency contact information and the agreement form in the file for child #2 and #4 were dated more than 6 months apart.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The updates are now current. In the future, we will have parents review and update the emergency information and agreement forms every October and April, regardless of the childs start date.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an accessible electrical outlet in the hallway outside the office and an accessible outlet in the unlocked storage room in the small yard which lack protective receptacle covers.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Receptacle covers were placed in the accessible outlets and the storage room was locked. Protective receptacle covers will be in use in all accessible electrical outlets and the storage room will be locked at all times.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed accessible bleach under the sink in the kitchen.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The door was locked. A sign will be placed on the door as a reminder to staff to keep the kitchen door closed at all times.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed sharp plastic fence ties along the fence in the small yard.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility`s outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fence ties were cut down and repaired. Any sharp edges on indoor or outdoor surfaces will be repaired.
2017-09-29 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The sink in the infant room lacks a hand washing sign.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A hand washing sign was posted above the sink in the infant room, where it will remain at all times.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed a loose hinge on a child's play pantry in the preschool room. Observed a crack in the plastic kitchen sink in the preschool room. Observed a shelf in the toddler room which was unanchored. Observed several exposed bolts along the fence in the small and large outdoor play space. Observed vinyl siding on the back of the building in the small outdoor space which had a hole.

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.)
The equipment was repaired and the bolts were covered. The shelf was anchored. Toys and equipment used by the children will be safe and clean.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #3 and child #4 contain agreements which lack the operator's signature.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The agreements were signed by the operator. Agreements will be signed by the operator and the parent at the time of enrollment.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #5 lack child service reports. Child #1, #2, #3 and child #5 have been enrolled for more than 6 months.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child service reports will be completed for child #1, child #2, child #3, and child #5. Child service reports will be completed for the children who require them every 6 months.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contains emergency contact information which lacks the name, address and telephone number of the child's medical professional.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Before a child starts at the center the director/owners will ensure that all paperwork is completed accurately and completely. Staff will also be reminded of this at staff meetings. This was addressed at the March staff meeting.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 and child #3 contain emergency contact information which lack the work address and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact information for child #1 and child #3 will be updated with the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information will be complete and include all required regulatory information.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 and child #3 contain emergency contact information which lacks health insurance coverage and a policy number. The file for child #1, child #4 and #5 contains emergency contact information which lacks the health insurance 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.)
The emergency contact information for child #1, child #3, child #4 and child #5 will be updated with health insurance information. Emergency contact information will contain all required health insurance and policy information.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, child #2 and child #4 contain emergency contact information which lacks the address of the release person(s).

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.)
The emergency contact information for child #1, child #2 and child #4 will be updated with the complete address of the parent-designated release person. The emergency contact information will be reviewed at enrollment and at the time of updates to make sure that it includes the complete name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, child #2, child #4 lack health reports. Child #1, child #2 and child #4 have been enrolled more than 60 days.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children's Files will be kept up to date at the center. Children must have a signed contract and Emergency contact Form that is totally completed before the child can be enrolled. A physical is requested within 30 days but due no later than 60 days of enrollment.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.133(1)/3270.133(2) - Original container/Written instructions Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an epi-pen which lacks its original container and written instructions for administration.

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Written instructions and original packaging for the epi-pen will be obtained from the parent. The facility will acceptations only if they are in their original packaging and include written instructions for administration from the person who prescribed the medication.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an expired bottle of cold medication in the facility's medication box and an expired tube of teething gel in the young toddler room.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The expired medications were removed from the facility. The expiration dated of medications accepted by the facility will be monitored and expired medications will be removed.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment in the file for staff person #3 and #9 did not include an examination for communicable disease and the results of that examination or the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff had physicals but did not use the appropriate form by the state. Staff made appts. to have this corrected immediately using the required State form. Staff will have health assessments completed on the appropriate state form.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #5 contain emergency contact information and agreements which were updated in intervals which exceed 6 months.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact information and agreements for child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #5 will be updated in writing by a parent or guardian. The operator will ensure that agreements and emergency contact information is updated at least once every six months and anytime changes are made.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training at facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 and #2, who are both assigned the position of assistant group supervisor, lack verification of child care experience since initial employment at the facility, which help qualify them for the position.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A hiring procedure and a new employee checklist is now being utilized by the director/owners at the time of hiring to ensure that all necessary paperwork is complete and in the file before a staff is ever working with the children.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #4 and #5 included one written nonfamily reference dated beyond the staff person's initial employment.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both staff have two written non-family references on file. A new hiring and new employee checklist are now being utilized by the director/owners to ensure that all files are complete and up to date before a staff begins working with the children in the center.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 and #9 included evidence of training regarding the facility's emergency plan was dated beyond initial employment.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3 and #9 hold current emergency plan training. This is another area that has been included on the new employee checklist so that all these requirements are met before the staff begin their work with children.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #11 lacks verification of 6 hours of child care training in the past service year.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for staff person #11 is current with training hours. Staff persons will complete a minimum of six hours of child care training each service year.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 02/08/17, Staff person #1, who identified herself as a co-director, has a facility file which lacks a state police clearance. Staff person #2, who identified herself as a co-director, has a facility file which lacks a state police, child abuse and FBI clearance and verification of current mandated reporter training. The file for staff person #1, hired 12/15/16 and beyond their provisional period, included a state police clearance that was missing grades and dispositions, and an FBI clearance indicating that a record exists, but did not include a rap sheet, making both clearances unacceptable. The staff person will be removed from their child care position until a valid state police and FBI fingerprinting clearance is reviewed and accepted by OCDEL. The file for staff person #4, hired 7/6/16, staff person #5, hired 12/6/16, and staff person #11, hired 2/12/17, all staff who were hired provisionally, did not include proof of fingerprinting at hire. All 4 files now include a valid FBI clearance. The file for staff person #9, hired 10/20/16 and beyond their provisional period, included a volunteer child abuse clearance. The operator immediately printed a new child abuse clearance for the staff person for employment purposes and placed it in their file. The file for staff person #4, #5, #8 and #9 include mandated reporter training dated beyond their provisional period.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The directed plan is as follows: for a period of three months, the paperwork for all new hires will need to be scanned to the Office of Child Development for a review by a Certification Representative before new staff are scheduled to work in a child care taking position and assigned a position at the facility. The paperwork which will be reviewed includes all of the following: all clearances, a signed disclosure statement, two references, health assessment with TB testing results and proof of experience and education to qualify the staff person for a position at the facility.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #5 and #10, who are both assigned the position of assistant group supervisor, lack verification of two years' experience with children to qualify for the position. Both staff must be treated as aides and must be directly supervised by a staff person qualifying as at least assistant group supervisor.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons #5 and #10 are performing the role of aides until verification is on file that qualifies them as assistant group supervisors. The director/owners will ensure that all employees are placed in a job position that they are qualified for through either education or previous childcare experience.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed accessible toothpaste in the hallway bathroom.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The toothpaste was made inaccessible, where it and all toxics will stay.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A bottle of unlabeled cleaner was observed in the closet in the infant 2 room.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bottle of cleaner was labeled. Toxics and cleaning materials in the facility will be clearly labeled or stored in their original container.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the infant 2 room lacks gloves. The first aid kit in the toddler room lacks soap.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Gloves were added to the first aid kit in the infant 2 room. Soap was added to the first aid kit in the toddler room. First aid kits in the facility will contain the required items.
2017-04-11 Renewal 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On two occasions, fire drills were held in an interval which exceeds 60 days.

Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Facility persons and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill. Facility persons and children shall exit the building, weather permitting.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drills are current. Fire drills will be held at least every 60 days.
2017-02-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 contains a health assessment which was completed more than 24 months ago. The file for staff person #2 contains a health assessment and results of TB testing which were completed after initial employment in a child care taking role.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 will submit a current health assessment.The file for staff person #2 contains a current health assessment and the negative results of TB testing. The operator will require staff to submit completed adult health assessment which include the results of TB testing before beginning in a child care taking or food preparation role at the facility.
2017-02-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(c)(5) - Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 contains a health assessment which lacks a physician`s or CRNP`s assessment of the person`s suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include the physician`s or CRNP`s assessment of the person`s suitability to provide child care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Center Director will thoroughly examine the results of facility persons completed physical form to ensure that the person is suitable to provide child care. This will be done for initial hiring physical and on any physical updates.
2017-02-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 lacks one written, non-family reference.

Correction Required: A facility person`s record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person`s suitability to serve as a facility person

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Before an employee is permitted to work with the enrolled children the Center Director will ensure that the file has the three needed clearances ,physical, TB shot verification and results, two references that verify the facility person's suitability and/or experience working with children.

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