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Willow Tree Early Learning Center

Allentown, PA · Lehigh County
6750 Iroquois Trl SUITE 1, Allentown, PA 18104
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Capacity
123 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
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📞 (610) 351-1147
6750 Iroquois Trl, SUITE 1
Allentown, PA 18104
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00249500
License Issued
Mar 26, 2026
Active Through
Mar 26, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 14

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Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-04-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility on April 17,2026 at that time the facility's fire drill and detection log was reviewed and the last documented fire drill was conducted on February 5, 2026.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We did a fire drill the same day as the unannounced visit, on 4/17/26
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 12/16/25, at that time there were sensory bottles in the young toddler room that contained small objects that have a diameter of less than 1 inch and were accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Bottles were removed immediately from the room.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 12/16/25, at that time a review of staff files was conducted. Staff person #1 did not have a NSOR on file prior to employment as is required as evidenced by NSOR dated 7/2/25. (See code sheet for date of hire).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). TIERED LIS 1. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). The correction date for this portion of the plan must be immediate. 2. The director will create a form to track each staff and their required clearances, trainings, and documents to assist with the hiring process and ongoing updates. This form will have due dates for all required trainings, clearances, health assessments etc. This form must be approved by the Northeast Regional Office prior to use. The director will ensure that this form is used during the hiring process and to track all required updates. This portion of the plan should reflect a date that allows for time to develop the form and implement it.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. We will not allow any employee to start work without proper clearances. 2. We will utilize Procare to keep track of clearances and renewal dates. Staff will not work in a childcare position if they do not have all valid clearances. We will comply with the CPSL and Chapter 3490 at all times.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 12/16/25, at that time the facility's fire drill and detection log was reviewed and there were more than 30 days between system tests March 28, 2025 to April 28, 2025.

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Child care facilities in a commercial space (center and group) must manually test its alarm at least once every 30 days and shall maintain a written record of testing with the facility's fire drill logs in accordance with 62 P.S. § 1016(c)(1).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make sure that the fire alarm will be tested every 30 days and not monthly.
2024-12-17 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: There were 2 plastic bins, containing toys, that were cracked and broken.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The two plastic bins have been replaced, and the other bins have been looked at for any damage.
2024-12-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 and Child #2 did not have signed parental consent 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 shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both parental consents were signed by the parents of both children.
2024-12-17 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: Two trash cans for soiled diapers in the toddler area were not hands- free.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both trash cans have been replaced with hands free trash cans.
2024-12-17 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 had more than 24 months between physicals 6/2022 to 8/2024.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make sure that all staff have their physicals before the 24 months are up.
2024-12-17 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 and Child #2 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have had the consents signed by both parents of the children.
2024-12-17 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Emergency drills were conducted 2/23/23 and then not again until 8/15/24 per emergency drill logs.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will hold an emergency drill on or before 8/15/25.
2024-08-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: A bottle of infant pain relief medication expired June 2024.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will be sure to check dates of stored medication monthly to make sure all medication has a current expiration date.
2024-08-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: There was a small hole in the wall in the 2-year-old room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have spackled and sanded the hole, and it is now fixed.
2024-08-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: Per the facility's fire drill and detection log there were more than 30 days between tests of the fire detection system on April 1, 2024 to May 6, 2024, and then again July 3 to August 5, 2024,

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will test the fire alarm every 30 days.
2023-12-20 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility's 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Continuity of operations has been added to our emergency plan.
2023-12-20 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have any documentation of notifying local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will send a copy of our traffic safety letter to the police department.
2023-12-20 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 and #2 has not completed the required Pediatric First Aid/CPR pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 and #2 will have until 2/7/2024 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 & 2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1 and #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 and #2 will complete their First aid/ cpr training.
2023-12-20 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 did not have the correct FBI clearance. The current clearance on file is from out of state and not a DHS clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will obtain the correct fingerprint clearance. Staff will not work in the facility until clearance is obtained.
2023-12-20 Renewal 3270.35(e) - 46 or more children- additional group sups Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.35(e)

Description: 46 or more children- additional group sups

Noncompliance Area: The facility exceeds 45 children, but does not have a group supervisor as a staff member. There were 54 kids on site at the time of inspection.

Correction Required: In a facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled, a group supervisor is required for the first group of 45 enrolled children and for each group or partial group of 45 additional enrolled children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider is awaiting to obtain a college academic transcript from a current staff member in order to qualify that staff to become a group supervisor.
2022-12-20 Incident Investigation 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/22, Staff #1 pulled child #1, who was stuck between the ball pit and the wall, up by the hand, directly resulting in an injury to the child's elbow (Nursemaid's Elbow).

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. Children must always be picked up under the armpits.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff have been told how to properly move a child by under the arm. An addendum to the employee handbook regarding the proper way to move children has been reviewed with and signed by each employee.
2022-12-20 Incident Investigation 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/22, Staff #1 pulled child #1, who was stuck between the ball pit and the wall, up by the hand, directly resulting in an injury to the child's elbow (Nursemaid's Elbow).

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. Children must always be picked up under the armpits. The legal entity must develop a written policy and procedure to be implemented in the facility. The written policy and procedures must address the proper ways to pick up young children. The legal entity will submit policy/procedures to the Northeast Regional Office for approval. All existing staff and new hires must be trained on the approved policy and procedures and it must be documented in their files.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We added an addendum to the employee handbook stating that children are not to be picked up or helped up by the arm or hand for any reason. Children must be picked up under the arm.
2022-12-19 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/19/22 cert rep reviewed several children's files. CHILD #1 emergency contact form and financial agreement were last updated 6/2/22. CHILD #3 emergency contact form was last updated on 5/6/22 and financial agreement was last updated on 4/6/22. These dates are more than 6 months ago.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have parent of CHILD #1 and 3 review and update emergency contact form and financial agreement.
2022-12-19 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/19/22 cert rep reviewed several children's files. CHILD #2 (see code sheet for date of birth) does not have the third Rotavirus immunization or any influenza immunizations. There are no exemption letters in child's file.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ask parent of CHILD #2 for missing information or for exemption letters.
2022-12-19 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/19/22 STAFF #1, 3, 5 (see code sheet for start dates) were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. STAFF #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR by a PQAS-certified instructor. STAFF #3 & STAFF #5 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR by a PQAS-certified instructor and CCDBG Health & Safety training.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF #1, 3, 5 will not care for children unsupervised until they complete all required pre-service training. UPDATE 1/11/23 - STAFF 3 & 5 are no longer employed at the facility.
2022-12-19 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(b) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(b)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/19/22 STAFF #1 (see code sheet for start date) had an After-Visit Summary printout dated 11/11/21. This is not a signed health assessment, and it was more than 12 months before STAFF #1's start date. STAFF #3 (see code sheet for start date) had tuberculosis results in file, but no health assessment/physical form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF #1 & 3 will submit a valid health assessment using the OCDEL form. UPDATE - 1/11/23 - STAFF 3 is no longer employed.
2022-12-19 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/19/22 STAFF #1 (see code sheet for start date) did not have results of current tuberculosis screening in file. STAFF #3 (see code sheet for start date) had results of tuberculosis screening in file. The date was after STAFF #3's start date.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF #1 will get a tuberculosis screening asap.
2022-12-19 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/19/22 STAFF #1 did not have verification of qualifications including childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. STAFF #2, an assistant group supervisor possessing a high school diploma, did not have verification of 2,500 hours of prior childcare experience in file.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF #1 will submit verification of education and prior experience.
2022-12-19 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/19/22, the file of STAFF #3 (see code sheet for start date) did not contain completed NSOR information required under the CPSL. A copy of the application for the NSOR dated 10/3/22 is in file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). STAFF #3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF #3 will be suspended at the end of their shift and will follow up with the NSOR verification unit. UPDATE 1/11/23 - STAFF 3 is no longer employed at facility as of 12/19/22.
2022-12-19 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.37(c) - Comply with CPSL/Aides supervised all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.37(c)

Description: Comply with CPSL/Aides supervised all times

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/19/22 at 9:50 am STAFF #4 and 5, who were both identified as Aides and are provisional hires, were observed in the Toddler 2 room working alone with children and were not in the vicinity of a permanent employee. At 10:00 am STAFF #3, who was identified as an Aide and is a provisional hire, was observed in the Crawler room working alone with children and was not in the vicinity of a permanent employee.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will move staff around so that each Aide/provisional hire is supervised by at minimum, an assistant group supervisor.
2022-12-19 Renewal 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/19/22 cert rep observed damaged paint in the preschool room in the corner of the science area and behind the bookshelf.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will repair damaged walls.
2022-05-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: On 5/24/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 had 1st Aid and CPR training that is not on the approved curriculum list and was conducted by a trainer who is not PQAS certified.

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 correction is implemented, Staff #1-12 must be supervised by staff persons who are at least an AGS and have completed Pediatric first Aid/CPR with an approved curriculum and a PQAS-certified trainer. If the program does not have enough staff with the appropriate Pediatric first-aid/CPR training to provide supervision to the staff who do not have appropriate Pediatric first-aid/CPR, the staff who are unable to be supervised must be removed from child care until an approved training is completed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff and administration attended a PQAS approved Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Certificates were emailed to Certification Representative on 5/31/22.
2022-05-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: On 5/24/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 had 1st Aid and CPR training that is not on the approved curriculum list and was conducted by a trainer who is not PQAS certified.

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. Staff 1 through 12 will have 15 days from the date this directed POC is submitted and accepted to complete Pediatric first-aid/CPR training with an approved curriculum and a PQAS-certified instructor.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff and administration attended a PQAS approved Pediatric 1st Aid/CPR training. Certificates were emailed to Certification Representative on 5/31/22.
2022-05-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: As of an unannounced inspection on 5/24/22, Staff #6 (see code sheet for hire date) had not complete the required health and safety training topics and has been employed for more than 90 days.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topics listed in subsection 3270.31(f)(1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff must be supervised until such time as the required training is complete.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #6 is excluded from working until training is complete.
2022-05-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: As of an unannounced inspection on 5/24/22, Staff #6 (see code sheet for hire date) had not complete the required health and safety training topics and has been employed for more than 90 days.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topics listed in subsection 3270.31(f)(1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff #6 has 15 days from the days from the date this directed POC is submitted and accepted to complete required health and safety training topics.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #6 is excluded from working until training is complete.
2022-05-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: On 5/24/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff 1 (see code sheet for hire date) did not have a signed disclosure statement on file. Staff #2 (see code sheet for hire date) did not have NSOR clearance or a signed disclosure statement on file and was observed working with children. Staff #6 (see code sheet for hire date) did not have the FBI clearance or the NSOR on file. Staff #12 (see code sheet for hire date) did not have an FBI clearance or the NSOR on file. Staff #12 had a State Police clearance on file that was obtained for volunteer purposes, which is not able to be used for childcare employment purposes.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2, #6, and #12 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 signed and dated a disclosure statement. Staff #2 signed and dated a disclosure statement, and obtained her FBI clearance on 4/22/22. She reapplied for NSOR on 5/24/22. Staff #6 will obtain FBI and NSOR. Staff #12 reapplied for a "workers" state police clearance and it is in her file. FBI clearance was found and added to file and NSOR was received and added to file. Staff #2, #6, and #12 will be removed from care until clearances are obtained and on file.
2022-05-24 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 5/24/22 during an unannounced inspection between 8:30am and 8:45am, the infant room had 7 infants with staff #7, and the Preschool room had 14 preschoolers with staff #3.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In the future, we will make sure to keep all rooms within ratio.
2022-05-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: On 5/24/22 during an unannounced inspection, the most recently documented fire drill at the facility was 12/14/21.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We conducted a fire drill on 5/25/22.
2022-05-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: On 5/24/22 during an unannounced inspection, the fire alarm system was not being tested every 30 days as required. Staff #8 stated that they recently made the fire alarm system independent from the shopping center and that the program can now set off the alarm by calling the company to put it in test mode.

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire alarms were tested and documented on 5/25/22.
2022-01-27 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #1, date of hire 11/1/2021, does not have an FBI clearance on file. Staff Person #2, date of hire 12/1/2021, does not have a National Sex Offender Registry certification on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 and #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff who are waiting for items above will not work at Willow Tree until their paperwork is returned.
2022-01-27 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 began in a child care position at the facility on 8/1/2021 and did not obtain her National Sex Offender Registry certification until 11/22/2021.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Any staff member who is hired will obtain and hand in any documentation needed for compliance.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was no thermometer in the "crawlers" refrigerator.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Thermometer was put in refrigerator. In the future, thermometer will stay in fridge.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child 2 did not have the health insurance policy number on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will obtain the health insurance policy number. In the future, I will obtain upon enrollment.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 and 3 had outdated emergency forms and fee agreements. Child 1's emergency form and fee agreements were last updated on 6/6/2019. Child 3's emergency contact form was last updated on 12/6/2018 and the fee agreement will be updated on 6/6/2019. Child 4's emergency contact form was last updated on 5/23/2019 and child 5's emergency contact form was last updated on 6/6/2018.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will update forms with parents. In the future, they will be updated every 6 months.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 had an outdated health assessment. The health assessment was last updated in February of 2018. Child 3 needs an updated health assessment. Child 3, who is an infant, last had her health assessment updated on 2/19/2019.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddlerThe operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will update health assessments. In the future, I will update health assessments according to the child's age.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child 3 did not have updated immunizations on file. She had outdated DTAP, HIB and Pneumococcal immunizations.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will update immunizations records. In the future, I will ensure all immunization records are updated according to age.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 2, 3 and 9 did not have proof of experience on file. Staff 2 also did not have proof of education on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will obtain proof of education and hours of experience. In the future, I will obtain proof of education and hours of experience upon employment.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 2 did not have a health assessment or TB screening on file.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will obtain physical and TB screening. In the future, all staff upon hire will get physical and TB screening.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.27(b)/3270.27(c) - Plan reviewed/updated annually/Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan was not reviewed within a year. It was last reviewed on 12/12/2018. Staff 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 also had outdated emergency plan training. Staff 4's emergency plan training was last conducted on 10/18/2018. Staff 5's emergency plan training was last conducted on 8/17/2018. Staff 6's emergency plan training was last conducted on 12/28/2017. Staff 7's emergency plan training was last conducted on 2/11/2018 and staff 8's was last conducted on 1/3/2018.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan was reviewed. I will obtain updated emergency plan training. In the future, I will do the training yearly.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.27(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan was posted. In the future, it will stay posted.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1, who was in her provisional hire period, had a volunteer state police clearance on file. Staff 2, who was in her provisional hire period, did not have proof of applying for the child abuse, state police or FBI clearance on file. Staff 3, who was past her provisional hire date, did not have an FBI clearance on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1, 2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person # 1, 2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1, 2 and 3 will not work until all clearances are on file. In the future, staff will get all clearances before they start working.
2019-12-18 Renewal 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There were more then 60 days between fire drills. There was a fire drill conducted on 7/2/2019 and not again until 10/9/2019. 10/9/2019 was also the date of the last fire drill from the date of inspection on 12/18/2019.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will do a fire drill tomorrow. In the future, I will complete one every 60 days.
2018-12-12 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 last had his child service report dated 6/1/2018.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new child service report will be obtained. In the future, child service reports will be updated every 6 months.
2018-12-12 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child 2 did not have his health insurance information on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 2's health insurance information will be obtained. In the future, it will be obtained upon enrollment.
2018-12-12 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: An infant bottle was not labeled with the correct name.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Infant bottle will be labeled by parent. In the future, all infant bottles will be labeled with the child's name.
2018-12-12 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 did not have proof of education on file. Staff 2 did not have proof of education or verification of child care hours on file. Staff 4 did not have verification of child care hours on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain education and hours from staff 1, 2 and 4. In the future, education and verification of child care hours will be obtained before hire.
2018-12-12 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 5 had two letters of reference on file but they were family references. Staff 1 and 3 did not have two letters of reference on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain references. In the future, applicants will have two letters of reference upon hire.
2018-12-12 Renewal 3270.27(b)/3270.27(c) - Plan reviewed/updated annually/Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan was last updated and reviewed more than one year ago. It was last reviewed on 10/22/2017. Staff 5 and 6 did not have it within one week of hire. Staff 5, whose date of hire was 8/15/2018, had it on 10/18/2018. Staff 6, whose date of hire is 5/11/2018, had it on 9/25/2018.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan was reviewed. In the future, it will be reviewed yearly. Emergency plan training will be conducted at the time of initial interview.
2018-12-12 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 5 signed her disclosure after her date of hire, which was 8/15/2018. Staff 6 had an outdated state police clearance. The state police clearance was dated 11/1/2012. Staff 1, whose date of hire was 11/19/2018, did not have any clearances, or proof of applying for them, on file. Staff 3, whose date of hire is 8/13/2018, did have all three clearances on file. However, they were dated after her date of hire and she did not have proof of applying for them upon employment.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person 1 and 6 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 and 6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 6 is going to obtain her state police clearance and staff 1 will obtain all three clearances. Staff 1 and 6 will not work until they bring back all clearances. In the future, all applicants will be told to bring clearances, or proof of applying, before they can start child care.
2018-12-12 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was cleaner and glad spray accessible to the children on the changing table in the toddler classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Cleaner and glad spray was removed from the changing table. In the future, they will remain inaccessible to the children.
2018-12-12 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The preschool room was missing scissors and soap from their first aid kit.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All materials will be obtained for first aid kit. Twice a month, the first aid kits will be checked to ensure all materials are in them.
2018-02-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 1/22/2018, facility was cited for having peeling paint on a picnic table that was accessible to the children in the outside playground. On 2/23/2018, certification representative went to the facility to verify correction and the picnic table continued to have peeling paint.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will paint table or remove table if weather does not permit table to be painted.
2018-01-22 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/22/2018, child 1 did not have a parental signature on the fee agreement. Child 7 did not have the director signature on the fee agreement.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain parental signature for child 1. Director signed fee agreement for child 7. In the future, fee agreements will be signed by the parent and director upon enrollment.
2018-01-22 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/22/2018, child 1-7 did not have a date of admission documented in their files.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider documented all dates of admission for the children. In the future, provider will document date of admission upon enrollment.
2018-01-22 Renewal 3270.124(a) - Each child emergency contact person Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child 3 did not have information for an emergency contact person on file.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain emergency contact information for child 3. In the future, the provider will get permission every 6 months to continue to use that emergency contact person.
2018-01-22 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child 6 was enrolled at the facility for more then 60 days and did not have a health assessment on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 6 has a doctor's appointment set up and provider will obtain the updated health assessment paperwork. In the future, provider will obtain a health assessment on an annual basis for preschoolers.
2018-01-22 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child 3 and 7 did not have parental permission for emergency medical care and minor first aid. Child 6 did not have permission for minor first aid.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain permission for emergency medical care and minor first aid for Child 3, 6 and 7. In the future, permission will be obtained every 6 months.
2018-01-22 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor playground, there was a picnic table accessible to the children that had peeling paint.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will repaint table. in the future, the provider will periodically check table for peeling paint.
2018-01-22 Renewal 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/22/2018, the facility did not have a fire drill completed within 60 days. The date of the last fire drill was on 11/8/2017.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
When there are more children, the facility will do another fire drill. In the future, facility will do a fire drill every 60 days.
2017-12-28 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 did not have TB screening results on file. As a result, it was not known if the results were a positive or negative TB screening.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 will obtain TB results. In the future, results of the TB screening will be obtained before staff enter childcare.
2017-12-28 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 did not have a high school diploma on file. She also did not have proof of experience on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 will obtain her high school diploma and verification of hours for experience. In the future, education and hours of experience will be obtained upon hire.
2017-12-28 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 and 2 did not have proof of emergency plan training at initial hire on file during an allocated unannounced visit on 12/28/2017.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will train staff 1 and 2 on the emergency plan. In the future, the provider will give training right after hire.
2017-10-23 Initial review 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was a cabinet in the U-shaped room that posed as a tipping hazard.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child`s size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will anchor cabinet to wall. In the future, provide rwill periodic check cabinet to ensure it's not a tipping hazard.
2017-10-23 Initial review 3270.192(3)/3270.192(5) - Health assessment, TB test/Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 did not have two letters of reference on file. There was also no proof stating that the chest x-ray for her TB test came back negative.

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

2017-10-23 Initial review 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Bathroom stalls that will be utilized by the children, did have rust on them.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will sand and paint rust to get rid of it. Provider will keep an eye on it to ensure that places don't rust.

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