Catherine M Cormack Family Child Care Home
Quick Facts
Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.
Reviews
Write a Review
Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about Catherine M Cormack Family Child Care Home. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.
About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Date | Reason | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-03 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked written parent consent for emergency medical care. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Had parent sign the form for Child #3 and fill in missing info. |
|||
| 2026-06-03 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 lacked health insurance coverage and health insurance policy number. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have the parent sign the form for Child #3 and fill in missing info. |
|||
| 2026-06-03 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the name, address, and phone number of the child's release person(s). Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Had the parent [of Child #3] fill in the info for emergency release info and sign it. |
|||
| 2026-06-03 | Renewal | 3290.131(b)(2) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2) Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The most recent health report form on file for Child #1 is dated 1/6/25, more than 12 months prior to the date of inspection. The two most recent health report forms on file for Child #2 are dated 3/12/25 and 5/26/26, more than 12 months apart. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Well have Child #1 parent provide updated health form. Child #2 has a current health form on file. |
|||
| 2026-06-03 | Renewal | 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have parent sign for administration of first aid and procedures. |
|||
| 2026-06-03 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.64(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: A container of Purell Hand Sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, was observed on a low dresser in the kitchen and accessible to children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Moved Purell up in the window out of reach of children but still available to parents. |
|||
| 2025-06-05 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3) Description: Services provided Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 lacked a current child service report to document the child's growth and development. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e). |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child service report for Child #2 was written and placed in file and given to the parent. |
|||
| 2025-06-05 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms for Child #2 and Child #4 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parents of Child #2 and Child #4 were notified and completed the enrolling parents work address and work phone number. |
|||
| 2025-06-05 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked written parental consent for emergency medical care. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3's form was signed by the parent for parental consent for emergency medical care. |
|||
| 2025-06-05 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the health insurance name and policy number. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1's emergency contact form has the health insurance name and policy number filled in by parent. |
|||
| 2025-06-05 | Renewal | 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked parental consent for minor first-aid procedures. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3's parent signed the form for consent for minor first aid. |
|||
| 2025-06-05 | Renewal | 3290.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The two most recent State Police clearances for Staff #1 and Staff #2 are dated 2/7/20 and 2/20/25, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent Child Abuse clearances on file for Staff #1 and Staff #2 are dated 2/19/20 and 2/26/25, more than 60 months apart. The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff #1 is dated 3/24/20, more than 60 months prior. The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff #2 is dated 3/29/20, more than 60 months prior. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) State police clearances for Staff #1 and Staff #2 were received on 2/20/25. Child abuse clearances for Staff #1 and Staff #2 were received on 2/26/25. Mandated reporter training for Staff #1 and Staff #2 will be taken and a copy sent asap. |
|||
| 2025-06-05 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.64(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: A bottle of Equate sunscreen, Gorilla Glue, and Silicone caulk, labeled keep out of the reach of children, were observed on the kitchen table and accessible to children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All toxics were removed off table and placed on top of the refrigerator. |
|||
| 2024-06-06 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3) Description: Services provided Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 did not contain a child service report within 6 months of enrollment (See LIS Code Sheet). Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e). |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child service report has been completed and reviewed with parent and was signed. |
|||
| 2024-06-06 | Renewal | 3290.131(a) - Within 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.131(a) Description: Within 60 days Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 contained an initial health assessment that was dated 12/12/22, more than 60 days after enrollment (See LIS Code Sheet). Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Health form is now current and will be carefully checked and kept up to date. |
|||
| 2024-06-06 | Renewal | 3290.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: A prescription for Methylphenidate prescribed for Child #2 lacked written parental consent for administration. (See LIS Code Sheet) Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent has signed the medication log, provided a letter from doctor, and has provided a current medication bottle. |
|||
| 2024-06-06 | Renewal | 3290.133(7) - Medication log | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.133(7) Description: Medication log Noncompliance Area: An administered prescription for Methylphenidate prescribed for Child #2 lacked a medication log. (See LIS Code Sheet) Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Located DHS medication official log and parent filled it out and signed it. Medication is now given according to written note from doctor and form signed by parent. |
|||
| 2024-06-06 | Renewal | 3290.18 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.18 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 lacked the Health and Safety 1 Hour Update professional development trainings, as per announcement C-22-06. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) My staff and I took the 1 Hour Health and Safety Update training as per announcement C22*06. |
|||
| 2024-06-06 | Renewal | 3290.18 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.18 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked continuity of operations. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Continuity of Operations policy was written and added to the emergency plan. |
|||
| 2024-06-06 | Renewal | 3290.24(b) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.24(b) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan's most recent review was 5/27/23, more than 12 months prior. Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The review was completed, and the review date was noted on the plan. |
|||
| 2023-06-08 | Renewal | 3290.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Two scooters in the outdoor play area were cracked and had sharp edges that could cause injury to a child. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) One scooter was thrown away, while I was able to duck tape the sharp edges on the other. |
|||
| 2023-06-08 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 does not include the phone number for 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. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The phone number was placed on the form the moment it was found missing. |
|||
| 2023-06-08 | Renewal | 3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) - Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) Description: Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment on file for Child #3 was not obtained within 60 days of enrollment. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 was in the process of adoption and his records were not available to the adopting parents and they could not place the child at that time on insurance. Once the adoption was complete forms were received. |
|||
| 2023-06-08 | Renewal | 3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The immunization record on file for Child #4, who is 2 years old, included 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. ·Child #4 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 6/08/23, and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. 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.) Child # 4 was dismissed on Thursday 6/8/2023 and mom made a appointment for Monday 6/12/2023 to receive his shot. After the appointment he came back with the shot recorded on the records. |
|||
| 2023-06-08 | Renewal | 3290.61 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.61 Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play area, wood blocks were located on top of an unsecured plastic play kitchen that could be a toppling hazard. Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Wood blocks were removed immediately and placed in the garage. |
|||
| 2023-06-08 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.64(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: In the kitchen, hand sanitizer was accessible on the table, white out was located in an unlocked drawer, and diaper cream was in a child's bag that was accessible to children. Multiple cleaning products were observed directly on top of the refrigerator, which could cause contamination of the food below if leaking occurred. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Toxins were removed and placed in a secure place. The cleaning products on top of the refrigerator were placed in a newly purchased plastic container to prevent any possible leakage and contamination of food. Diaper cream was removed from child's diaper bag. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.105(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: A pack and play used as rest equipment for one of the children in care was observed to be unlabeled. Correction Required: (a) Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The pack and play was labeled on the day of the inspection for the child . |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the telephone number of the child's medical provider. 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.) Child #3 parent provided the missing info. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the child's health insurance policy number. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 parent provided info. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the address of the release persons. 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.) Child #3 parent provided missing info. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.131(b)(2) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2) Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The files for Child #1 and #3 contained most recent health reports dated more than 12 months in the past. 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.) Child #1 left daycare and has not returned. Removed. Child #3 had COVID when scheduled. Dr could not reschedule right away. Child #3 has physical 7/18/22. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.131(e)(1) - Parent written verification from Doctor. | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.131(e)(1) Description: Parent written verification from Doctor. Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 contained a record of immunization history which lacked a current influenza vaccination and contained 1 of 2 Hep A vaccinations. The file for Child #2 contained a record of immunization history which lacked a current influenza vaccination. The file for Child #4 contained a record of immunization history which contained 1 of 2 Hep A vaccinations. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 -left daycare. Child #2 - parent objected to it paper received from parent Child #4 -Doctor informed her it was too early. Documentation received from doctor |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: During an observed diaper change, the soiled diaper was placed on the wipe box and then put in a plastic bag, which was then placed in the trash can using the staff's hands, after the change was complete. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) When changing soiled diapers it will be discarded immediately in a plastic-lined hands free covered can. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.24(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The observed emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A statement was placed in the emergency plan folder regarding infants and toddlers. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.24(b) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.24(b) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The observed emergency plan contained an update dated more than 12 months in the past. Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency plan was reviewed and updated where needed. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.24(c)/3290.192(4) - Training regarding plan/Required training | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.24(c)/3290.192(4) Description: Training regarding plan/Required training Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 lacked documentation of current 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. A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #2 received emergency action plan training and participated in a drill. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.24(d) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.24(d) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an emergency drill held in the past 12 months was not available at the time of the inspection. 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.) A chemical spill drill was conducted 6/16/22 at 10:00 AM and documented on an emergency drill log. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.24(g) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.24(g) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: According to operator statement, the observed emergency plan was sent to the county emergency management agency but was not sent to the local municipality. 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. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Once emergency plan was updated, 2 copies of it were made and sent to the county and municipality. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.31(g) - Age and training | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.31(g) Description: Age and training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 and #2 have 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 in the topics of 3290.31(g)(10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 and #2--- 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 their 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.) Training was obtained for firstaid/cpr/aed pediatric, adult from PA keys and trying together by their approved trainers. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.31(g) - Age and training | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.31(g) Description: Age and training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety topics. Correction Required: Staff person( shall complete professional development in the topics of 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2-- will have until 7/23/22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #2 re-took "Getting Started with Home-Based Care: Building Blocks to Quality". |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.69 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.69 Description: Heat Source Noncompliance Area: A working stove in the kitchen, observed to be in use, was unguarded and accessible to children who were in care in that space. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Said child was placed in high chair while Staff #2 continued to finish cooking and the other children waited at the doorway for it to be placed on the table. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1) Description: Every 60 days Noncompliance Area: The observed fire drill contained record of the most recent fire drill conducted 5/4/21. Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A fire drill was performed and documented in the files. |
|||
| 2022-06-07 | Renewal | 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Noncompliance Area: The proof of purchase for the observed interconnected smoke detectors was not available at the time of the inspection. Documentation of testing of the smoke detectors was observed, with the last test date being 5/4/21. 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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Inspector was informed at the time they were interconnecting alarms and the date they were installed. Back up battery is changed every spring and fall with my clocks. I have completed the attestation form and have completed the testing the system every 30 days. Did one on June 8 and July 8, 2022. |
|||
| 2020-06-22 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #1 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child's arrival and departure times were added on the agreement form and in the future more time will be taken to check the form. |
|||
| 2020-06-22 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #1 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Designated pickup people information were added to the agreement form and in the future will make sure it appears on the form. |
|||
| 2020-06-22 | Renewal | 3290.123(b)/3290.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: The record for child #1 did not contain the original agreement. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record must contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Made a copy of the agreement form for the files and gave the original to the parent. I will make sure the parent receives the original form in the future. |
|||
| 2020-06-22 | Renewal | 3290.151(a)(2)/3290.192(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: The record for staff #1 included a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of the last health assessment. Correction Required: 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 current health form present in the file and every 24 months a new one will be received and added. |
|||
| 2020-06-22 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: A bottle of rubbing alcohol labeled keep out of reach of children was observed on a shelf in an unlocked linen closet in the hallway, accessible to children in care. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottle of rubbing alcohol was removed to a higher shelf and in the future it will be placed on the higher shelf. |
|||
| 2019-06-25 | Renewal | 3290.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: There was a slide located in the outdoor play space that was cracked, which created a potential pinch point for children using the equipment. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The slide was repaired. In the future all toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children will be kept clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
|||
| 2019-06-25 | Renewal | 3290.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: There were bottles observed in the refrigerator that were intended for an infant in care that were not labeled with the child's name. Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottles were labeled with the child's name. In the future all bottles intended for infants will be labeled with the child's name. |
|||
| 2019-06-25 | Renewal | 3290.18 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: An empty plastic bag was observed in a child's bag located on a bench by the back door that was accessible and posed a potential suffocation risk to children in care. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plastic bag was discarded. In the future empty plastic bags will not be accessible to children in care. |
|||
| 2019-06-25 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: There was a can of WD40 labeled keep out of the reach of children observed in an unlocked drawer in the kitchen, accessible to children in care. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The can of WD40 was moved to an area inaccessible to children in care. In the future all toxics will be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children. |
|||
| 2018-09-21 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3290.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: There was a climbing toy located in the outdoor play space that had a crack on the slide which created a potential pinch point for children in care. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The slide was repaired. In the future, all toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children will be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
|||
| 2018-09-21 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: The rest equipment was not labled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Pack n' Play was labeled with the child's name on it. In the future all rest equipment will be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
|||
| 2018-09-21 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: There was no protective receptacle cover in one of the electrical outlets in a power strip in the livingroom accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. 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.) A protective receptacle cover was placed in the outlet. In the future protective receptacle covers will be placed in all electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
|||
| 2018-09-21 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3290.69 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: The knobs on the kitchen stove were not equipped with protective guards and accessible to children in care. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110 F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The knobs on the kitchen stove were removed. In the future the knobs will remain off the stove when children are present.. |
|||
| 2018-06-25 | Renewal | 3290.133(4) - Locked | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: The following medications were observed in areas accessible to children: On a shelf in the linen closet, there was a bottle of Nyquil and a container of Aspercreme; On a shelf in the livingroom, there was a container of Biofreeze. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medications were moved to an area that is inaccessible to children. In the future, all medication will be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. |
|||
| 2018-06-25 | Renewal | 3290.18 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: There were disposable shavers observed on a shelf in the linen closet, accessible and posing a threat to the health and safety of children. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The disposable shavers were moved to an area that is inaccessible to children. In the future, conditions at the facility will not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
|||
| 2018-06-25 | Renewal | 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: There were no protective receptacle covers placed in (2) electrical outlets on a power strip located behind the reclining chair in the living room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. 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.) Protective receptacle covers were placed in the electrical outlets. In the future, protective receptacle covers will be placed in all electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
|||
| 2018-06-25 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: The following toxic materials were labeled 'keep out of reach of children' and observed in areas accessible to children: In the bedroom to the right of the bathroom, there was a bottle of rubbing alcohol and peroxide, a spay can of disinfectant, and a bottle of Goo Gone; On a shelf in the linen closet, there was a bottle of Listerine and nail polish remover; In the kitchen, there were (3) containers of Tresemme hair products and (2) containers of sun screen. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The toxic materials were moved to an area inaccessible to children. In the future, all cleaning materials and other toxic materials will be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children. |
|||
| 2018-06-25 | Renewal | 3290.76(a) - Locked | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: Provider stated there was a collection of antique replica musket guns that were not stored in a locked cabinet in the bedroom. Correction Required: If the facility is located in a residence, weapons and firearms shall be contained in a locked cabinet. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A locked cabinet will be custom built for the storage of the musket guns. In the future, the musket guns will be kept stored in the locked cabinet. |
|||
| 2017-09-06 | Renewal | 3290.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: There was a plastic slide located in the outdoor play space that had a crack in it, which created a pinch point for children in care. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The crack on the slide was covered and in the future, all toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children will be kept be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
|||
| 2017-09-06 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: The Child Service Report for child #1(04/4/2017 and 09/06/2016) and child #2(9/16/2016 and 4/1/2017), was not completed every 6 months. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at 3290.124(e). |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Child Cervice Report will be completed and updated every 6 months for all children in care, including school-age children enrolled more than 15 hours per week, and a copy will be provided to the family. |
|||
| 2017-09-06 | Renewal | 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Noncompliance Area: There were two receptacle covers missing from a power strip located in the living room, accesible to children under 5 years of age. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Receptacle covers were placed in the outlets and in the future, all electrical outlets that are accesible to children 5 years of age or younger will have receptacle covers placed in them. |
|||
If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.
Nearby Providers
Considering Home Daycare?