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Carters Open Arms

Chester, PA · Delaware County
2242 Edgmont Ave, Chester, PA 19013
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Capacity
58 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 874-2350
2242 Edgmont Ave
Chester, PA 19013
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00260002
License Issued
Sep 3, 2026
Active Through
Sep 3, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 15

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CARTERS OPEN ARMS is a Child Care Center in CHESTER PA, with a maximum capacity of 58 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Sunday 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-08-12 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: During unannounced inspections, Cert rep observed the following: Staff # 1 was observed in the school age room with children and did not have the correct Pediatric CPR/First Aid on file

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 will obtain the proper CPR/First Aid certification before returning as a rehire
2026-07-15 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/15/26, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 2 was observed in the classroom alone with 9 young school age children and did not have documentation of DHS FBI in file and Pediatric CPR/First Aid in file

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.)
Will make sure the proper documentation is completed and on file before staff can be left with children
2026-07-15 Renewal 3270.27(d) - Plan posted Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(d)

Description: Plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/15/26, Cert Rep observed the following : The facility did not have the current emergency plan posted

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.)
emergency plan was updated and posted. all updated policies will be posted in the proper location
2026-07-15 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/15/26, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 2 had documentation of school district's FBI and not DHS FBI in file

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 2 will not work in a childcare position until clearance is completed. New hires and rehires will not be permitted to work alone until proper documentation is completed
2026-07-15 Renewal 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/15/26, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 2 was observed outside of the classroom getting chairs for lunch. Leaving Staff # 3 out of ratio with 13 children (a combination of preschoolers and young school age)

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). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ratios will be maintained at all times. Will discuss the staff to children ratio with all staff. And have staff complete ratio training
2026-07-15 Renewal 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/15/26, Cert Rep observed the following : Peeling paint on the windowsill in the blue room next to the preschool 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. 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.)
Will repair the peeling paint
2025-07-17 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 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. Child # 2's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 8/5/24 and 4/4/25 2. Child # 4's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 4/1/24 and 3/28/25 3. Child # 5's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 3/10/24 and 4/4/25

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.)
Child #2, #4 and #5 emergency and agreement forms has been updated.
2025-07-17 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 3's health assessment was dated 6/26/24

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 has new updated health assessment for the date of 7/21/25.
2025-07-17 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5) - Immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)

Description: Immunization record

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. Child # 2 's immunization record was missing - 1 Hep B/ 2 Rotavirus/1 Hib/1 Polio/ 2 Pneumococcal and 1 Polio vaccine 2. Child # 4's immunization record was missing- 2 Hep B/ 1 Rotavirus/ and 1 Poli vaccine 3. Child # 5's immunization record was missing- 1 Hep B/ 1 Dtap and 1 Poli

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner and Director will speak to the parents of the enrolled children to inform them that all health reports will need to include a review of the child's immunization status according to the Advisory Committee on Practice.
2025-07-17 Renewal 3270.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(b)

Description: Surfaces cleaned

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not sanitize the table after doing a diaper change

Correction Required: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner and Director went over proper diaper changing with all staff. Owner and Director showed videos along with a correct diaper change from the beginning to the end including how to sanitizing changing area.
2025-07-17 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 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include prevention and identification of child maltreatment

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.)
The facility has created shaken baby syndrome policy that includes prevention and identification of child maltreatment
2025-07-17 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 had documentation of 6 childcare hours and not the annual 12 hours

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person # 2 has completed all annual childcare clock hours
2025-07-17 Renewal 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 had 6 preschool children in the classroom, and was given 2 -2year old for a total of 8 children, that placed Staff # 2 out of ratio

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). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director removed the 2 - 2year old and placed them in the infant room. Ratios will be maintained at all times
2025-07-17 Renewal 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61

Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: While doing a walk-through of the facility, the toddler classroom right from the office and the school age room were not set up and ready to receive children

Correction Required: Measurement and use of inodoor child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Toddler and school-aged classroom has been set up and ready to receive children.
2025-07-17 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 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1.The infant had peeling paint on the windowsill and next to the outlet near window 2. The toddler room right side from office had soiled ceiling tiles, and some of the ceiling tiles were falling out

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.)
Window sill in the infant room has been scraped and repainted, ceiling tiles have been replaced in classrooms.
2025-07-17 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have documentation of testing the fire detection system every 30 days

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)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner and Director will test and document fire detection system every 30 days to stay in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. 1016(c))
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following : Child # 5 and # 7;'s emergency contact did not have physicians address listed

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Information was applied upon parents arrival at the facility
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following : Child # 3's emergency contact did not have policy number listed Child # 5's emergency contact did not have insurance and policy number listed

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.)
Information was applied upon parents arrival at the facility
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following : Child # 5's emergency contact did not have release person's phone number listed

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Information was applied upon parents arrival at the facility
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following : Emergency contacts were not present in Room # 1 for all the children that were receiving care in the space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director placed the missing emergency contacts in the room children were receiving care.
2024-07-25 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 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1's agreement and emergency contact was last signed 1/17/24

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.)
Parent signed and applied date upon arrival at the facility
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 5's health assessment was dated 3.23.22

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff has completed and up to date health assessment
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following : Child # 6 and # 7's emergency contact did not have parent's signature for emergency medical care and administration of 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.)
The required areas were signed by the parent upon arrival
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 2 had 4 hours in file and not the mandatory 12 hours of childcare training Staff # 4 had 10 hours in file and not the mandatory 12 hours of childcare training

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff is completing hours, and director will forward completed hours within a timely in manner
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 4 did not have documentation of health and safety training in file.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff is completing hours that is required , will forward upon completion
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 5 did not have documentation of 2500 childcare hours to qualify as AGS

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The required form has been completed and forwarded over
2024-07-25 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following : The facility did not have documentation that they were testing the fire detection system every 30 days.

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)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will conduct routine test during the 30-day period
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: At the time of renewal inspection, agreement of child #1 did not specify services to be provided to the family and the child,

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.)
Provider updated agreement of child #1.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(5) - Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: At the time of renewal inspection, agreement of child #1 and #2 did not specify arrival/departure time. Agreement of child #1 and #3 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider updated agreements of child #1, #2, and #3.
2023-06-26 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: At the time of renewal inspection, immunization record of child #2 and #4 did not include influenza immunization according to recommended schedule by ACIP. A letter of exemption was not observed in the file of child #2 and #4. Immunization record of child #4 included influenza immunization from 2020.

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.)
Parents will provide an exemption letters.
2023-06-26 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: At the time of renewal inspection, a policy and procedure to identify the potential signs of child maltreatment were not observed. In addition, the emergency plan did not contain a statement regarding volunteers participating in emergency plan training and emergency drills, continuity of operations in the event of an emergency that includes backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster.

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.)
Provider will update policy and procedure as well as emergency plan.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(6) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(6)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: At the time of renewal inspection, a record of child #4 didn't contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Both consents are required prior to admission.

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 transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents will sign parental consent on emergency contact forms.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: At the time of renewal inspection, staff person #1, #2, #3, and #4 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 must do one of the following: provide documentation that the trainer has become PQAS-certified or at least is on the waiting list, request the instructor provide documentation, such as Pediatric First-Aid/CPR Instructor Card from the PQAS-approved organization or the approved curriculum organization, that the instructor is approved to offer Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training on behalf of their organization, or receive pediatric first-aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1, #2, #3, and #4 will redo Pediatric First Aid and CPR with a PQAS-certified trainer and will provide documentation to licensing rep that training has been complete.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of renewal inspection files of staff person #4 did not include verification of education and child care experience that qualifies staff #4 for a position of an assistant group supervisor and is required prior to service at the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will verify experience of staff person #4.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: At the time of renewal inspection observed the old wooden fence gate leaning on the fence with exposed sharp pieces of wood.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The old fence gate will be removed from the yard.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: At the time of renewal inspection, documentation of proof of purchase and date of purchase of an interconnected fire detection system was absent.

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)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will provide a receipt or Fire Alarm Attestation statement.
2023-02-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: On February 2, 2023 certification representative contacted the provider in reference to a DOH audit report received. The report showed that the health assessment for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 was missing immunization shots.

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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will speak with parents and have them bring in updated health assessments with the missing immunization shots.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THERE WAS A PLASTIC TRASH BAG ON THE INFANT CRIB LOCATED IN THE INFANT/TODDLER CLASSROOM. (CORRECTED ON SITE).

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.)
At the time of inspection the plastic trash bag was moved from the crib and put out of reach of the children.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETER WAS TEMPING ABOVE 45° F.

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.)
Provider will purchase a new thermometer for the refrigerator.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. STAFF PERSON #4 WAS ON CELL PHONE WHILE IN THE CLASSROOM WORKING WITH INFANTS AND TODDLERS. CHILDREN WERE NOT SUPERVISED AT THIS TIME.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will speak to all staff about the importance of supervision and to have cell phones locked away.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #7 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ENROLLING PARENT HOME OR WORK PHONE NUMBERS.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have have parent complete emergency contact information.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #1, #2 AND #7 DID NOT INCLUDE RELEASE PERSON ADDRESS.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have parents complete emergency contact information.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR CHILD #4, #5 AND #6 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have parents provide updated health assessments for each child.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT WASH THE 1 YEAR OLD CHILD HANDS AFTER DIAPERING.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will provide running water to the portable sink in the infant/toddler classroom for children hands to be washed.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT WASH THEIR HANDS AFTER DIAPERING.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will provide an operating sink for staff to wash hands after diapering.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THERE WAS A GALLON OF MILK LEFT OUT ON THE COUNTER THROUGHOUT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. (CORRECTED ON SITE).

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At the time of inspection, after 30mins the provider had staff pour out the gallon of milk.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN REFERENCES. IN ADDITION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 ONLY INCLUDED ONE WRITTEN REFERENCE.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have staff bring in reference letters to add to staff file.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS OR TODDLERS.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will add accommodations for infants and toddlers to the current emergency plan
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE A COMPLETED EMERGENCY DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE.

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.)
Provider will conduct an Emergency Drill and document the information on a log.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2 AND #5 DID NOT INCLUDE UPDATED EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.

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 provider emergency plan training for each staff person.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #5 ONLY INCLUDED 6 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have staff person complete 6 more clock hours of child care training.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Health & Safety Training

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have staff complete health & safety training.
2022-06-24 Renewal 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 JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE A CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE, AN FBI FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE, AN NSOR CLEARANCE, OR THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have staff complete required state clearances and mandated reporter training.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #5 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED ANNUAL EVALUATION.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will complete the annual evaluation for the staff.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATED IN THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE DID NOT HAVE A PROTECTIVE COVER. (CORRECTED ON SITE).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At the time of inspection provider cover the electrical outlet.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE TELEPHONE LOCATED IN THE PREK AND TODDLER CLASSROOM DID NOT HAVE EMERGENCY NUMBERS POSTED NEAR OR ON THE CORDLESS PHONE.

Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will add emergency numbers to all phones located in the infant/toddler and prek/SA rooms.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE PREK CLASSROOM DID NOT CONTAIN TWEEZERS. (CORRECTED ON SITE).

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.)
At the time of inspection provider added tweezers to the first aid kit.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE NEED TO BE CLEANED AND THE YARD DOOR WAS BROKEN OFF IN POOR REPAIR.

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 have someone clean the outdoor play area and repair the broken door.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. STALL #1 LOCATED IN BATHROOM #2 HAD RUST ON BOTH WALLS.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have rust areas in the bathroom stalls repaired.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.82(j) - Running water - diapering Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(j)

Description: Running water - diapering

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE PORTABLE SINK LOCATED IN THE INFANT ROOM WAS NOT WORKING AND DID NOT HAVE FRESH WATER FOR STAFF OR CHILDREN TO WASH HANDS.

Correction Required: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will purchase more water and train staff on how to replace fresh water.
2022-06-24 Renewal 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM WAS NOT BEING TESTED EVERY 30 DAYS.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will complete monthly checks every 30 days.

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