Little Leaders Early Education Center

Regulation: 3270.102(g)

Description: Hazardous toys and equipment

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the facility was using a momaroo with the model number 4M-005-00. This model of the momaroo has been recalled.

Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement.

Regulation: 3270.111(c)/3270.112

Description: Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a child in the infant classroom was watching Miss Rachel on an ipad for more than 10 minutes.

Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. Infants and toddlers shall be provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the agreement on file for child 3 and child 4 was not signed by the operator.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(8)

Description: Admission date/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the agreement on file for child 2, did not include the child's admission date.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the original agreement was on file for child 1, child 2, 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 shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 4, did not include the child's address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1, child 2 and child 4, did not include complete addresses for 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.

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 5 and child 6 were not present in the toddler classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1 was updated more than 6 months from the previous review date. Emergency contact information on file for child 2, child 4 and child 5 has not been updated in the last 6 months from the previous review date. Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1, child 2 and child 5 was updated more than 6 months from the previous review date.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an updated health assessment was not on file for child 5. The health assessment on file was dated 4/14/25.

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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: Documentation on file for child 5, did not include the recommended 2 month dose of IPV and PCV13, the 4 month dose of DTAP and the 6 month dose of HIB.

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 5 must be dismissed from care by close of business (DATE of provider notification) and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the staff member in the toddler classroom had to unlock the trash can before disposing a soiled diaper.

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.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a child in the infant classroom was placed into the crib with a pacifier attached to a clip when the child was napping. Documentation of the health and safety training on file for staff member 5 was Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality and was dated 8/22/16. This training is no longer accepted as of December 30, 2022 for the required health and 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.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 2, staff member 4 and staff member 5 have not been updated within the past 24 months of the previous health assessment date.

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.

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 5 indicated they had a communicable disease but did not include the conditions and the risk it might pose to others exposed.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the staff member in the pre school classroom did not wash their hands before serving lunch.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Regulation: 3270.161(a)

Description: Wholesome

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was expired grated parmesan cheese and expired chicken dipping sauce in the pre school classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of notifying local traffic safety authority of the facilites location and program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility was not on file at 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.

Regulation: 3270.193(a)

Description: Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the state police clearance for staff member 5 was observed in the emergency evacuation binder located on a wall inside the facility and not in a locked cabinet.

Correction Required: Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the certificate of compliance that was in a binder expired on 8/17/25.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an annual emergency drill was not on file at the facility.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an annual review of the emergency evacuation plan was not on file at the facility.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of annual emergency evacuation plan training was not on file for staff member 2, staff member 3 and staff member 4.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of sending the emergency evacuation plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency was not on file.

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.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of 12 annual training hours was not on file for staff member 4 and staff member 5.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of pediatric first aid and CPR was not on file for staff member 1. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of annual fire safety training was not on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3 and staff member 4.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the child abuse clearance for staff member 1 was not on file. This was corrected during the inspection. Documentation of the child abuse clearance for staff member 2 expired on 6/16/24 and updated 3/16/25; which is more than 60 months. Documentation of the NSOR clearance on file for staff member 2 expired on 1/27/25 and updated on 6/17/25; which is more than 60 months. Documentation of the state police clearance on file for staff member 4 expired on 4/21/26, the child abuse clearance expired on 4/21/26 and the FBI clearance expired on 4/29/26. Documentation of a FBI clearance was not on file for staff member 5. Documentation of the mandated reporter on file for staff member 2 expired on 3/17/21. This was corrected during the inspection.

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. Staff member 4 and staff member 5--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person number 2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS, who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person number 2--, staff person 2-- may not work in a child- care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(3)

Description: Responsible designee

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, the director was not at the facility and did not have a designated person in charge.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for designating a staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter in the Director's absence.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an annual evaluation was not on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3 and staff member 4.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 2 was caring for 7 children and one of those children was an OT. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a bag of potting soil that states "keep out of reach of children" was accessible to children on the playground by the steps to enter the facility. Cleaning supplies were observed in a crate on the floor in the kitchen accessible to children.

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

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that cords from a swing were accessible to children in the infant room posing a safety risk. The handle on the bathroom door in the basement classroom was broken.

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.

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the egress door in the basement was blocked by a gate.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, the staff members at the facility did not know how to test the alarm. A staff member had to contact the Director of the facility and follow their directions to set the alarm off.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. To verify operability, a child care center shall manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days and shall maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Cotton balls, measuring less than 1 inch in were observed to be used in the sensory table of the toddler classroom.

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.

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The center refrigerator was observed to be dirty with crumbs, hairs, and leftover food on shelves without a container.

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.

Regulation: 3270.111(b)/3270.124(e)

Description: Posted in group space/Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: Children were observed to be combined in a classroom that did not have the following postings: daily activities and the transportation plan.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: Signature of operator was not available on agreements for children # 2, #3, and #5. Corrected on site.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: Fee amount on the agreement was not available for child #2. Corrected on site.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: A CSR for child #2 was not available (See LIS for enrollment date).

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).

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: Arrival and departure times were not available on the agreement for children #1, #2 and #5. Corrected on site.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: Date of child's admission was not available on the agreement for child #2. Corrected on site.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Work address and phone number were not available on the emergency contact form for children #3 & #4.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: Information about a child's disability was not available on the emergency contact forms for children #1, #3, #5.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Health insurance coverage and policy number were not available for child #5.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of a 6-month updated health assessment for a child #2 (young toddler) was not available.

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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, up to date immunization records were not available for child #2 or child #3.

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).

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: Children in the preschool classroom were observed to eat lunch without washing hands prior to the meal.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, a continuity of operations plan was not available in the program's emergency plan.

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.

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of a 6-month update of the financial agreement for child #2 was not available.

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.

Regulation: 3270.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: Consent for transportation was not available for children #1 and #3.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The electrical tape securing an extension cord to the wall in the infant room (near the changing table) was observed to be pulling away from the wall making the cords accessible to children. In the preschool room, the vacuum cleaner was observed to be stored with the cord unwrapped. Multiple loops of the cord were extending into the play space, causing a potential tripping hazard. COS

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

Regulation: 3270.24(a)

Description: Immediate access

Noncompliance Area: At the time of first inspection visit, staff onsite were unable to provide the CR with access to the files and records. Staff and child files were also not available on the second visit, which occurred 5/28/25.

Correction Required: A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, documentation of 12 hours of annual training was not available for Staff #2 and #3.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, documentation showing fire safety training had been completed at least annually was not available for staff #3.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, Staff #2 was observed to be working with children without updated clearances as evidenced by the child abuse clearance on file dated 9/16/19 and the NSOR dated 1/27/20, both exceeding the 60-month requirement for obtaining new clearances.

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 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED, 15 credits + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, documentation of hours of experience for Staff #1 was not available.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: An extension cord was observed to be missing protective outlet covers in the upstairs preschool classroom. Corrected on site.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: One of the cabinets in the preschool room was observed to have a loose safety lock, which provided easy access to multiple cans of spray paint. A package of wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" was observed to be stored on top of the sensory table in the toddler classroom. Diaper cream labeled "keep out of reach of children" was observed to be stored in a drawer accessible to children in the bathroom on the main floor of the building.

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

Regulation: 3270.67(a)/3270.67(d)

Description: Trash removed once a day/Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, a trash can in the toddler bathroom was observed to be placed in a trashcan with no liner. When prompted by the CR to use a liner, the teacher informed the CR that they hadn't been using that trash can, indicating that the trash was not removed daily.

Correction Required: Trash shall be removed from the facility at least once per day. Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Small toys were observed on the stairs to the preschool classroom (upstairs), causing a potential trip/fall hazard. The corners of the stairs, the tread plates, and the landing of the stairs to the preschool classroom were observed to have a coating of dirt on them. Floor vent filter in the main floor front classroom was observed to be covered with dirt and multiple toys had been pushed through the vent grate.

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.

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: The wall to the right of the entry to the infant room was observed to have spots of peeling paint. Peeling paint was observed on the walls of the preschool classroom to the right of the stairs.

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

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: The toilet of the main floor bathroom was visibly dirty and had urine marks on area near the bolts that secure the toilet to the floor.

Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: The fire exit stairs from the second-floor classroom were partially obstructed by a trash bag, located outside of the door on the landing. The fire exit stairs from the basement classroom were blocked by a hose located at the top of the stairs.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/28/25, the fire detection system was observed to be out of compliance because the alarm did not sound in the basement classroom.

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.

Regulation: 3270.117(a)

Description: Released only to parent or designee

Noncompliance Area: During the investigation it was determined, by provider admission, that children were released to Children and Youth caseworkers, neither of whom were designated in writing as people to whom the children may be released. An Identification check was not conducted prior to the release of the children.

Correction Required: A child shall be released only to the child's parent or to an individual designated in writing by the enrolling parent. A child shall be released to either parent unless a court order on file at the facility states otherwise.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 1/15/25, documentation showed that fire detection system testing was not being conducted every 30 days. Dates documented were 8/1/24 - 9/30/24 - 11/12/24 - 12/10/24. The number of days between testing was 60, 43, 28, and 36.

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.

Regulation: 3270.119

Description: Infant sleep position

Noncompliance Area: On 7/10/24 it was observed that child 2 and 3 (who are infants) were sleeping in swings from approximately 2:00 until 2:45 when OCDEL represented requested they be moved to a crib. CORRECTED ON SITE.

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.

Regulation: 3270.133(7)(v)

Description: Date of administration

Noncompliance Area: On 7/10/24, it was observed that the medication log for child 1 did not include dates for administration of the medication. Continued non-compliance from 5/8/24.

Correction Required: A medication log shall include the date of administration.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: On 7/10/24, it was observed that staff person 1 was working unsupervised in the toddler classroom without record of Health and Safety training. Continued non-compliance from 5/8/24.

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.

Regulation: 3270.25(b)

Description: Post the inspection summary

Noncompliance Area: On 7/10/24, it was observed that the open inspection summary from 5/8/24 was not posted for the parents.

Correction Required: The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: On 7/10/24, it was observed that staff persons 4 and 5 had been employed for longer than 12 months and did not have an evaluation of file completed in the last 12 months. Continued non-compliance from 5/8/24.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that there was not a thermometer in the refrigerator in the preschool basement classroom.

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.

Regulation: 3270.133(7)(v)

Description: Date of administration

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that the medication log for child 1 did not include dates for administration of the medication.

Correction Required: A medication log shall include the date of administration.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that staff person 1 and 3 were working unsupervised in the basement classroom without record of Health and Safety training, First Aid/CPR training, and Emergency Plan 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. The operator shall require all child care staff have verification of completion of all the required health and safety training topics and mandated reporter training prior to caring for children unsupervised. Until it is completed, staff must be supervised by an AGS or higher who has completed the health and safety training

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that there was not a feeding schedule for child 2 in the infant classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that staff person 3 was working in the basement preschool classroom and did not have record of education or 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. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that staff person 3 was working in the basement preschool classroom and did not have two written, nonfamily references 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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that facility had not completed an emergency drill in the previous 12 months. The most recent emergency drill was held on 1/9/23.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that staff were not trained on the facility emergency plan in a timely manner. Staff persons 2, 4, 5, and 6 had been employed at the facility longer than 12 months and did not have emergency plan training in the last 12 months.

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.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that staff person 4 did not have record of fire safety training completed in the last 12 months. The most recent fire safety training was on 1/4/23.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 3 was observed working in the Preschool classroom in the basement and did not have a State Police, Child Abuse, FBI clearance, NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate, or disclosure statement on file. Staff person 3 may not work in a childcare position until all clearances and disclosure are on file. Staff person 2 had a state police clearance on file that expired on 1/10/23. Staff person 2 may not return to work until state police clearance is on file. CORRECTED on 5/8/24. Staff person 1 was observed working in the basement preschool classroom and did not have a state police clearance or provisional paperwork on file. Staff person 1 may not work in a childcare position until a State Police clearance is on file. CORRECTED on 5/8/24. Staff person 1 did not have a signed, dated disclosure statement on file. Staff person 5 had a state police clearance on file that expired on 8/24/23 that had not been updated. Staff person 5 may not work in a childcare position until a completed State Police clearance is on file. CORRECTED on 5/8/24. Staff person 5 did not have a child abuse clearance on file. Staff person 5 may not work in a childcare position until a completed child abuse clearance is on file. Staff persons 1 and 3 were observed working together in the basement preschool classroom and neither one had a complete set of clearances. Staff persons must be supervised at all times by a staff person who is at least an Assistant Group Supervisor with a complete file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1, 2, 3, and 5 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that staff persons 4, 5, and 6 had been employed for longer than 12 months and did not have an evaluation of file completed in the last 12 months.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that rubbing alcohol was stored in a cubby shelf at the top of the stairs in the 2nd floor Pre K classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.

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

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On 5/8/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the facility. Peeling paint was observed in the main floor toddler room on the windowsill of the big window. Peeling paint was observed in the basement preschool classroom on the pillar by the child table. Peeling paint was observed in the 2nd floor Pre K classroom on the baseboard on the left side of the room to the right of the window.

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.

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: Complaint investigation revealed, Staff #1 spanked Child #1 (her own biological child) on the bottom and placed her in a brief time out while working at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)/3270.95(b)

Description: Every 60 days/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility fire drill logs, it was found that drills were conducted on 12.2.23 and 2.14.24, which demonstrates that greater than 60 days elapsed between fire drills.

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

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: It was observed at the time of an inspection that the facility did not have evidence of testing the fire detection system every 30 days as required.

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.

Regulation: 3270.133(2)

Description: Written instructions

Noncompliance Area: Medication for child #2 did not contain the prescriber's name.

Correction Required: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.

Regulation: 3270.133(7)

Description: Medication log

Noncompliance Area: Medication for child #1 did not include special instructions for administration on the medication log. Medication for child #2 did not include special instructions for administration or symptoms for administration on the med log.

Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: The bathroom sink in the PreK room was observed to have hot water that measured 140 degrees F

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: First Aid Kit in the PreK room was observed to be missing scissors and tweezers.

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.