Blocks For Tots Group Home Day Care
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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 Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Noncompliance Area: The fee agreement on file for Child #3 was lacking the date of admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) After being informed of this oversight, I went back in the files and filled in child #3's start date so that I would be in compliance with agreement forms specifying a child's application, admission, and withdrawal dates. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(b) Description: Parent receives original Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 contained the original fee agreement. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I have since made a copy of the original agreement form and I was sure to give the original form to the parent. The copy has been placed in child #2's file. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 was lacking the enrolling parents work addresses and telephone numbers. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent of child #2 was not working at the time of paperwork review. However, the parent has filled in the missing information with her new job addresses and telephone numbers. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 was lacking health insurance coverage and policy number under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The health insurance coverage and policy number has been updated for child #2's emergency form. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) - Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) Description: Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 contained an initial health assessment dated 2/2/26 and for Child #4 contained an initial health assessment dated 4/15/26, both more than 60 days beyond enrollment (SEE IS CODE SHEET). 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. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) These 2 children are siblings. The parent had recently moved on this side of town and had to find a new medical provider, which tool a little longer to get an appointment. The health assessment forms were turned in once completed on 2/2/26. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessment on file for Child #5 (Young Toddler) is dated 4/22/25, exceeding the 6-month update. 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. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #5's file lacked a health assessment within the 6 month time frame, which was an error on my behalf. The parent has submitted a new health assessment. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.131(e) - ACIP recommended immunization record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(e) Description: ACIP recommended immunization record Noncompliance Area: The immunization record on file for Child #1 is dated 2/2/26 and for Child #4 is dated 4/15/26, both more than 60 days after Child #1 and Child #4's date of enrollment (SEE IS CODE SHEET). Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This violation has since been corrected. I am aware of child#1 and child #4 turning in the immunization records late. Both their immunization records are now in the files, and I will make the needed adjustment to address this issue. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 was lacking parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Once informed of this error, I immediately, had the parent sign for the consent of administration of minor first-aid. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and training Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #1 are dated 2/8/24 and 3/5/26, more than 24 months apart. Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and CPR. All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notice of professional training being incomplete before the expiration, I made the necessary arrangements to have the fire safety training completed on 3/5/26. This made this training overdue by almost a month. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The most current mandated reporter training on file for Staff Person #1 is dated 6/26/20, which is more than 60 months ago. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The mandated reporter course will be taken and submitted as soon as possible to that I am in compliance with Code 3280.32(a), which states that operators must comply with CPSL and Chapter 3490. |
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| 2026-04-21 | Renewal | 3280.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was a loose board on the fence in the outdoor play space and an air conditioner with sharp corners on a table in the basement childcare space. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I am aware of the loose board and the air conditioner with sharp corners being a hazard and that this does not comply with Code 3280.76. The sharp edges have since been taped, but will be removed away from where it is exposed to the children. A maintenance person will be making the needed repairs on the outdoor fence soon, but we will not utilize our outdoor space until the loose board is repaired. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: The following were observed in the outdoor play space: cracked green bin on the porch, a toy kitchen door by the garbage can with sharp edges, a cracked yellow milk crate, all riding toys, equipment and toys were visible dirty and not in good repair, 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cracked green bin, the toy kitchen door with sharp edges, and the cracked yellow milk crate were all removed that afternoon. The riding toys and remaining equipment will be cleaned when we begin our Spring clean-up. These toys and equipment are not in use during the winter and spring seasons. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.119 - Infant sleep position | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.119 Description: Infant sleep position Noncompliance Area: It was observed that an infant was sleeping in their car seat which isn't a recommended sleep position by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We corrected this issue immediately when informed. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(a)(5) Description: Designated release persons Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #5 was lacking the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We had the parent fill in the missing designated people to whom the child may be released during pick up time. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.123(b)/3280.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(b)/3280.182(8) Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: The original agreement is on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record must contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 5/19/25, I made copies of the original agreement and placed the copy in the children's files. I gave the parent's the original copy of the agreement to keep for their records. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: While observing a diaper change staff was observed not throwing the diaper away by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) After being informed of our mistake, at the next diaper changing, we made the adjustment. We made sure to throw the soiled diaper in the trash can immediately after removing it from the infant. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 is lacking signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) During pick up time on this same day, the parent signed consent for the consent for the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency form |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.20 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.20 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the outdoor play space that there was a bucket of standing water with insects in it. In the childcare space it was observed that there was a pair of adult scissors on top of the cubbies that were accessible to the preschool child that was in care. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bucket was emptied and removed from the premises the afternoon after inspection, and the adult scissors were also put away and placed in the teacher's bin out of reach from the children. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.26(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The documentation on file for the most recent emergency drill does not allow for documentation of the following required elements: if any special accommodations for children with special needs were required, and any observations or problems encountered during the drill. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The new emergency form has now been posted and we will begin to report on problems or observations that we may encounter during our drills. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.26(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a letter explaining the emergency procedures that is to be given to each enrolling parent. Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Letters were given to each parent, and parents signed a log sheet as proof of notice. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.31(e)/3280.192(2)(iii) - Age and training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.31(e)/3280.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #2 includes 8 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 12/19/23-12/19/24. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We are aware that staff #2 completed 8 of the required 12 training hours. To correct this, we borrowed 4 training hours that she has taken so far in this year of 2025. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The two most recent mandated reporter training certificates on file for Staff Person #2 are dated 6/11/18 and 1/25/24 which are more than 60 months apart. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We are aware that staff #2 receive her mandated reporter training certificate more than 60 month apart, but it was corrected when staff became aware of the error. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 contains NSOR certificates dated 2/12/20 and 3/12/25, the file for Staff Person #2 contains NSOR certificates dated 3/11/20 and 3/19/25, which are both more than 60 months apart. 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 |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both of our NSOR certificates had expired and had been corrected prior to inspection. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was a can of paint and flea and tick killer on the back porch that was accessible to the children in care. 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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The can of paint and the can of Flea &Tick Killer was removed from the back porch and placed in an area that is not accessible to the children in care. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.71 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.71 Description: Heat Source Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the stove in the kitchen that can be accessible to the children in care was lacking protective guards on the knobs. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will purchase safety guards and place them on the stove knobs to sure that the children are unable to turn on the stove when walking through the kitchen. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: The following areas were observed in the outdoor play space: small and large sticks, pieces of the fence that were loose leaving exposed screws and gaps in the fence, a tarp in the back corner of the fence that is not secured to the fence leaving a gap that children could get under, two wooden planks that are embedded into the ground which are not level to the ground leaving a gap between the plank and ground causing a tripping hazard, the outside door leading into the basement has splintered wood at the bottom, there is dirt and debris at the entrance of outside door, the screen door at the outside door leading into the basement is detached, there were empty chip bags and miscellaneous paper throughout the play space, splintered wood posts and railings on the back porch, a splintered deck board on the porch at the entrance to the outside basement door. The following areas were observed in the basement childcare space: Two ceiling tiles that were hanging from the ceiling, cracked lattice around water tank and cracked piece of paneling on the back wall causing pinch points, a portable air conditioner on the table with sharp corners. In the childcare space it was observed that the portable sink was not in working order. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will begin our Spring clean- up and repairs where all of these violations will be addressed. The small and large sticks will be removed, the fence will be repaired and there will be no pieces of the fence loose leaving exposed screws and gaps in the fence. The tarp in the back corner will be secured as not to leave room for children to get under. The two wooden planks will be removed, and the basement door with splinters will be repaired, and the dirt and debris will be cleaned up outside of the basement door. The screen door will be removed, and the splintered wood posts and railings on the back porch, as well as the splintered deck board on the porch at rear entrance to the basement door will all be repaired. The two ceiling tiles that were hanging down in the basement will be repaired. The cracked latticed will be fixed, as well as the cracked piece of paneling on the back wall causing a pinching hazard, and the air conditioner will be removed. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was peeling paint on the outside kitchen and basement windowsills. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The outside kitchen and basement windowsills will be painted. |
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| 2025-04-29 | Renewal | 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Noncompliance Area: The 30-day fire detection log on file included dates of testing of 12/3/24, 1/3/25 and 2/3/25. All more than 30 days between testing, Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Now that this is brought to our attention, we will conduct fire detection tests sooner than we recently had been conducting them. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play space, a broken hula hoop creating a pinching hazard was observed. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On this day, a broken hula hoop was in the yard. The hula hoop was removed to the the play equipment would be in good repair and free from possible hazards to the children. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play space, there was an empty plastic bag laying on the ground accessible to the children. The children, including those who are still placing items in their mouths, were recently outside playing in the space. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) There was an empty bag in the outdoor play space. As soon as we were able to remove this plastic bag, it was removed. Upon seeing any plastic bags, or any objects that pose a threat to the children's safety, we will remove promptly. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(a)(1) Description: Amount of fee Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 included an agreement which did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 lacked documentation of the fee amount. Although the parent was aware of their weekly payment, the amount should have been printed out. This amount has since been documented and re-shared with the parent. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Noncompliance Area: The Agreements for Child #1, #2, #3, and #5 lacked the date of the child's admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The admission date for child 1, 2, 3, and 5 have since been filled submitted on the Agreement form. During the enrollment interview, I will remember to complete this section of the Agreement. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(1) - Child's name, birth date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(1) Description: Child's name, birth date Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #4 contained emergency contact information which did not include the birthdate of the child. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child # 4 was missing birthdate information. This information has been recorded to make sure that emergency forms include the name and birthdate of each child. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 and #5 lacked the address of 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Emergency forms for Child #4 and #t lacked the address of the physician. To correct this issue, I had each parent record the addresses in the appropriate area of the Emergency forms to ensure that the Emergency forms included the name, address and telephone number of each child's physiician or source of medical care. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 lacked the health insurance coverage for the child. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #4 lacked the health insurance overage for the child. After bringing this to the parents attention, I had the parent documented the required information during pick up time. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the address of the individual 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. I am aware that the Emergency contact information must include the name, address, and telephone numbers of individuals designated for pick up of each child. I can the parent fill in this missing information. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact form that had not been updated within the last 6 months. Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file for Child #3 contained an Emergency form that had not been updated with the last 6 months. It is the facilities responsibility to have parents review Emergency forms once in a 6 month period, or when there is a change of information. The file for Child #3, has since been reviewed, and the parent has signed the Emergency form. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3, a young toddler, lacked an updated health report within the last 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. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 lacked an updated heath report. To be in accordance with the compliance that parents must updated health reports at least every 6 months for infants and young toddlers, the parent was notified the they needed to submitted an updated health assessment as soon as possible. The parent immediately made and appointment with the child's pediatrician, and an updated health assessment has been submitted. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2, a preschooler, lacked an updated health report within the last 12 months. 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. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file for Child #2 lacked an updated health report. I am aware that preschoolers must have an updated health assessment completed and submitted every 12 months. This child's health assessment was completed and submitted within the the allotted time frame, However, I failed to place it in the child's folder. I was in a stack of paperwork at the time of the inspection. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The facilities Emergency Plan did not address Continuity of Operations. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Since 5/1/24, A Continuity of Operations has been implemented to our facilities Emergency Plan. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 contained an Agreement Form that had not been updated within the last 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file for Child #3 contained an agreement form that had not been updated with the 6 month review time frame. I am aware that Agreement forms must reviewed and updated within 6 months of the enrollment date. The review meeting was immediately scheduled, and the parent updated the Agreement form. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.20 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.20 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: A long surge protector was sitting atop a bookshelf and the electrical cord was loosely running down to the electrical outlet and creating a strangulation to the children in care. A long electrical cord was hanging in the basement running from the ceiling to the floor an created a strangulation hazard for the children in care. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The surge protector cord on top of the bookshelf has since been tapped on to the back of the shelf. The long electrical cord has been duct tapped along the wall as not to cause a chocking hazard. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.26(a)(2) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(a)(2) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan lacked information that provides for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by § 3280.94 (relating to fire drills). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Our emergency plan lacked information that provides the evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. This information was included in the emergency plan, but it needed to be inserted in the section that talks about relocation. This information has since been included in the proper section of our emergency plan. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: The surge protector in the Front Left Room in which the sink was plugged into was missing three protective receptacle covers and accessible to children under 5 years of age. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notice of the outlet covers being missing from the surge protector, we have made sure that the covers have been placed in the appropriate outlets. |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.66(b) - Toxic use- no contamination | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.66(b) Description: Toxic use- no contamination Noncompliance Area: Cleaning products were observed to be stored above the refrigerator in the facility's kitchen. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On the day of the inspection, it was brought to my attention that the cleaning supplies should not be stored above the refrigerator. The cleaning supplies was immediately removed from this location following closing on the same day |
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| 2024-04-19 | Renewal | 3280.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed multiple small and large sticks in the outdoor play space creating a protruding and tripping hazard for the children in care. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Small and large sticks were found in our play yard. The following week we was able to get out back and clear the yard of these sticks so that the outdoor play space is free from the hazard that the sticks posed. |
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| 2023-07-11 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3280.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.182(7) Description: Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Noncompliance Area: Child #1 was injured at the facility on 6/30/23. The parents of Child #1 were not given an incident report on the day of the incident. Correction Required: A child's record must contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) An incident report was created for the accident/event and shared with Cert Rep. We will use a note pad to jot down all incidents/accidents so that the incident is not forgotten about. During down times or before pick up we will use the note pad to complete incidents reports. A copy of the report will be given to parents/guardians at pick up, and a copy will be place in child's file and the facility accident folder. |
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| 2023-07-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3280.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: The back screen door at the facility was in disrepair as it lacked a handle on the outside of the screen door. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The back screen door was removed as soon as possible to ensure that our play space is in good repair and free from visible hazard. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: The door on the changing table the basement has become loose and creates a pinch point for the children in care. The door on the bathroom cabinet in the basement has become loose and creates a pinch point for the children in care. The pink, purple, and white playhouse in the outdoor play space was observed to have some missing sections and therefore has many crush points toward the children in care. The blue lid on the toy box in the outdoor play space has become loose and is no longer attached, creating pinch points. The large shed in the outdoor play space has side walls that have shifted and become detached allowing for the shed to lean and creating crush point for the children in care. The basketball net on the child sized hoop in the outdoor play space was ripped and frayed creating a choking hazard to the children in care. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The changing table, and the bathroom cabinet will be removed. The playhouse, and the blue lid in the outdoor play space will be removed. The large shed with either be removed, or repaired. On 4/12/23, the basketball hoop has been thrown out. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(a)(5) Description: Designated release persons Noncompliance Area: The Agreement for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 is no longer enrolled as of 4/17/23. I will have the parent of child #3 fill in the names, addresses, and phone number of all persons designated for the child to be released. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Noncompliance Area: The Agreement for Child #2 and Child #3 lacked the date of the child's admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child # 2 is no longer enrolled as of 4/11/23. The date of admission has been entered on child #3's Agreement form. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 and Child #3 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 lacked the name of 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #2 is no longer enrolled as of 4/11/23. The parent/guardian of child #3 will fill in the physician's telephone number. The parent/guardian of child #4 will fill in the name of the child's physician. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(4)/3280.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(4)/3280.182(3) Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #4 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will have the parent of child #4 sign for emergency medical care. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #3 lacked the health insurance policy number for the child. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent/guardian of child #3 will fill in the policy number. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 lacked the phone number of the individual 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #2 is no longer enrolled as of 4/11/23. I will have the parent's of child #3, child #4, and child #5 complete the addresses and phone numbers of all person's designated for emergencies and release. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) - Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) Description: Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #4 lacked an initial health report within 60 days of enrollment. 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. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent has been notified that the child has not turned in the physical. She is due to have one completed soon. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2, a preschooler, contained health reports updated in an interval greater than 12 months. The file for Child #3, a preschooler, contained health report that had not been updated in the previous 12 months. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #2 is no longer enrolled as of 4/11/23. The parent for Child #3 is aware that the health report is due asap. She has scheduled the appointment and will submit it when it is completed. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 4th dose of the DTAP vaccination, and an influenzas vaccination as required on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. The file for Child #4, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 4th dose of the DTAP vaccination, 4th dose of the Pneumococcal vaccination, and an influenzas vaccination as required on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. The file for Child #5, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 4th dose of the DTAP vaccination, as required on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 must be dismissed from care by close of business 4/6/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 have been informed that their child cannot return until we have the required up-to-date doses of DTAP, influenzas, and/or Pneumoccoccal vaccines. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(d)(7) Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease Noncompliance Area: The Health Report for Child #1 and Child #2 lacked a statement indicating 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1, and Child #2 are no longer enrolled in this facility. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: The diapering area located on the Main Level in the Front Right Room lacked a plastic lined, hands-free covered trash can. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A plastic lined, hands-free covered trash can has been placed in the diapering area. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Health and Safety Basics). Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (primary staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) As of 4/5/23, staff person #1 had started the traing prior to this date. Staff #1 will be supervised until Health and Safety Basics training is completed. The training was completed on 4/7 /23. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.17 - Liability Insurance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.17 Description: Liability Insurance Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have a current insurance policy. Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 4/10/23 I printed the liablity insurance policy and placed it in my folder for review. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.171(a) - Pick up and drop off points | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.171(a) Description: Pick up and drop off points Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked documentation that the local traffic authorities have not been notified in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the day care facility. Correction Required: The operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will send notification of our facility to the local traffic authority, so that they are aware of our pedestrian and vehicular routes. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 contained a financial agreement form that has not been updated within the previous 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #2 is no longer enrolled as of 4/11/23 |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Forms in the files for Child #4 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Once child #4 returns with the completed immunizations, I will have the parent fill in her signature for the consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.20 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.20 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The long mop handle in the outdoor play space was observed to have rust along the bottom creating a cutting hazard. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 4/12/23, the mop handle has been thrown out. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.23(a) - Immediate access | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.23(a) Description: Immediate access Noncompliance Area: At the Renewal Inspection there was not a staff person available that could provide the Cert Rep with immediate access to the files and records. Correction Required: A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All files have since been put back in file box, and staff person #1 has been informed on where to access all pertinent files and required information. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.23(f) - Primary staff person ID | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.23(f) Description: Primary staff person ID Noncompliance Area: Staff #2, designated as the staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter, lacked current photo identification. Correction Required: A valid photo identification of the primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall be provided to the agent of the Department at the time of inspection. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A new copy of my photo Identification has been obtained. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.26(a) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(a) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked an emergency plan. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility has an Emergency Plan. The emergency plan has been placed back up on our information board. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.26(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 lacked Emergency Plan Training within the previous year. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This document is now in Staff #2's file. It is dated 2/2/22. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.26(d) - Plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(d) Description: Plan posted Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have the emergency plan posted in a conspicuous location at the time of the Renewal Inspection. Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 4//17/23, the emergency plan was posted back up on the information board, where it is usually kept. This document had been removed due to some renovations, and had not been put back. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.26(f) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(f) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked proof of sending the emergency plan to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency. Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Documentation of Emergency Plan Delivery was completed on 4/21/23. This document has been placed in my file for review. The Emergency plan has also been mailed to our local manicaplity and the county emergency management agency. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.31(e) - Age and training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.31(e) Description: Age and training Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #1 and #2, lacked documentation of the annual 12 clock hours of childcare training. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Since this time, Staff person #1 has completed all 12 hours of training. Staff person #2 is currently working on completing all 12 hours of training. These hours will be complete on or before 6/1/23. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.31(f) - Age and training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.31(f) Description: Age and training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training as required by the date of compliance as stated in Announcement c-22-06 (see LIS code sheet): (Health and Safey Basic Training). Although Staff person #1 had current Pediatric First Aid/CPR at the time of the Renewal Inspection it was observed that the current Pediatric Fist Aid/CPR was not taken prior to the previous training expiring. Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training by the required date of compliance as stated in Announcement c-22-06 (see LIS code sheet): (Pennsylvania Health and Safey Update). Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3280.31(f) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 4/21/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (primary staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both Staff #1 and #2 completed the required pre-service training before 12/30/22. The certificate had not been printed out and placed in the files. Staff #1 was late getting in the pediatric first aid training, however, it was completed on 4/2/23. Staff #1 has current Health and Safety Basic Training. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 contained a Child Abuse Clearance and a FBI Clearance that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous clearance. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All clearance were updated as soon as I become aware that clearance had passed the 60 months. All clearances are currently up-to-date and in the staff file. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.52(c) - Mixed age levels | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.52(c) Description: Mixed age levels Noncompliance Area: At approximately 11:00 AM, Staff #1 was observed alone with 6 children in care including one infant, one young toddler, one older toddler, and three preschool aged children. Therefore, ratio at the time was 1:6. 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 at §3280.52(b). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On the day of renewal inspection, facility was closed, and children were picked up. As of 4/10/23, we made the adjustment to be in regulation according to the youngest child in attendance. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.61(h) - Measurement and use of indoor child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.61(h) Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, 6 children including; one infant, one young toddler, one older toddler, and 3 preschool aged children, were observed in the Front Left Room which has a measured capacity of 5. Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On the day of renewal inspection, facility was closed, and children were picked up. We have since been sure not to have no more than 5 children in this indoor space. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: A container of disinfecting wipes, labeled keep out of reach of children, was observed on the diaper changing table in the Front Right Room and accessible to the children in care. A container of disinfecting wipes was observed on the play kitchen and a bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on the counter in the Front Left Room. Both were labeled keep out of reach of children and accessible to the children in care. 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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) These items have since been removed. The disinfecting wipes have been place up high on the shelf where they are not accessible to the children in care. The hand sanitizer has also been placed up high on the same shelf where children are not able to reach it. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.68(b) - No cigarette butts | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.68(b) Description: No cigarette butts Noncompliance Area: A cigarette butts was observed in the outdoor play space along the steps to the back porch. Correction Required: Ashes and cigarette or cigar butts are prohibited in a child care space, a play space or a food preparation area. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cigarette butt has been removed. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Frayed and ripped carpet creating a tripping hazard was observed in the middle of the front porch. The paneling on the lower half of the wall in the Basement was coming detached form the wall creating a pinching hazard. There was a wooded beam running across the outdoor play space that stuck up from the ground approximately 5 inches that created a tripping hazard. There was a concrete sidewalk in the outdoor play space that has shifted and now a portion of the sidewalk sticks up about 4 inches and is creating a tripping hazard. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The frayed and ripped carpet will be removed. The paneling in the basement, will either be removed or repaired. The wooden beam in the yard will be removed. The concrete slab will be removed. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: White paint was observed to be flaking off both of the windows in the Front Right Room. Yellow paint was observed to be peeling off of the wall in the basement where the tape was coming off the paneling. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All walls with chipped paint will be repainted. |
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| 2023-04-05 | Renewal | 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a monthly smoke detection log attesting to the operability of the smoke alarms. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility has a smoke detection log and is still posted on the information board. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play space, there was a blue and purple cracked plastic bucket that had pinch points. In the outdoor play space, there was also a small trampoline that had exposed hinges creating pinch and crush 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Cracked buckets and trampoline will be removed from outdoor play space. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: In the Outdoor Play Space there was a seesaw that had foam along the bottom that was ripping. The foam was accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) First try to repair the seesaw, if it cannot be repaired the item will be removed. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.105(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: The two cribs being used as rest equipment in the front right room lacked the label for the use of a specific child. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The crib numbers will be added to the cot/crib list along with the individual child's name. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Noncompliance Area: The Agreements for Child #3, #4, and #5 lacked the date of the child's admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I went back in the file and found the child's start date and added it to the form. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact form for Child #1 lacked the telephone number of 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I contacted mom and got the information and added it to the form. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 lacked the health insurance coverage policy number for the child. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I contacted mom and got the information and added it to the form. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will talk to mom and get the phone number. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3, a Toddler, contained health reports updated in an interval greater than 12 months. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 has a current health report. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The Health Reports for the following children lacked verification of ongoing vaccines in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The reports for Child #2 and #3 lacked an influenza vaccination. The report for Child #4 lacked a 3rd and 4th dose of DTAP, 3rd dose of HIB, 3rd and 4th dose of Pneumococcal, 3rd dose of Polio, and an Influenza vaccination. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Try to get a note from the doctor regarding late vaccines and get a schedule to allow for the child to be caught up on immunizations. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained a health assessment that was conducted more than 24 months after the previous assessment. 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.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 has a current Health Assessment. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.20 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.20 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play space there was a small charcoal grill creating a safety hazard for the children in care. The grill was located right off of the porch next to the entrance to the play space where the children had access to the grates and charcoal. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will be putting it back in the shed. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.26(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facilities emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will come up with a plan of correction that will include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disability and children with chronic medical conditions and this will be placed in our emergency plan. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.31(f) - Age and training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.31(f) Description: Age and training Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 contained Health and Safety training that was not completed within 90 days of hire. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: (1) Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization); (2) Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices; (3) Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent; (4) Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; (5) Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; (6) Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (7) Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility); (8) Handling and storage of hazardous materials and appropriate disposal of bio contaminants; (9) Precautions when transporting children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #2 is no longer employed. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play space there was lighter fluid labeled "keep out of reach of children" that was accessible to the children in care. In the outdoor play space there was also a open bag of Ice Away Rock Salt labeled "keep out of reach of children" that was accessible to the children. 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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will be placing the salt in the shed and the lighter fluid will be moved inside and locked up. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit lacked scissors, gloves, and 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Scissors, gloves, and soap are going to be added to the first aid kit. |
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| 2022-04-01 | Renewal | 3280.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: The outdoor play area had piles of sticks, larger branches, and walnuts that were scattered all over the back of the play space creating a tripping and scratching hazard. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will go out in the yard and do the annual clean up and remove sticks, branches, and walnuts. |
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| 2020-06-22 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The agreement form in the file for child #3 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will have the parent complete a new agreement. In the future, I will review paperwork when it's submitted to have parents complete in full. |
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| 2020-06-22 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, #2 and #3 did not include the child's date of admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 and #2 no longer attend. I will have the parent of child #3 complete a new agreement. In the future, I will review paperwork when it's submitted to have parents complete in full. |
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