Childrens Ark Creative Learning Center
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Hours of Operation
- Monday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday7:00 AM - 6:00 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.
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: One drawer in the Rolling Cart in the upstairs PreK Classroom was observed to have a crack that caused a potential pinch point. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The drawer was immediately repaired. The drawer has now been removed from the classroom, until the replacement come in. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The files for Children #1, #2, #3 and #4 lacked documentation of a current approved developmental assessment that had been completed within the last 6 months. The child service report on file for Child #1 lacked a date to verify compliance. The most recent child service report on file for Child #2 was dated 8.27.24 and the most recent child service report for Child #3 was dated 6.20.23. The file for Child #4 lacked a child service report. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child Service Reports were conducted and now on file for child #1, #2, #3, #4 |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Health information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a) Description: Health information Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 lacked an initial health assessment and the child has exceeded 60 days since their enrollment date (refer to LIS code sheet). Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child # 3 has a current health report on file. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The updates to the health reports on file for Child #1, a preschool age child, exceeded 12 months between reports dated 5.17.22 and 3.10.25. The updates to the health reports on file for Child #2, a preschool age child, exceeded 12 months between reports dated 6.15.23 and 9.3.24. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both child #1 and #2 had updated health reoorts. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 lacked an immunization record. Child #3 has exceeded 60 days since their enrollment at the facility (refer to LIS code sheet). Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #3 will be dismissed from care at the close of business on 9.23.25. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 was dismissed from care at the close of business on 9.23.25. Child #3 returned on 9/25 with a completed child health report and immunization record. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The most recent health report on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 5.23.23. The most recent health report on file for Staff Person #2 was dated 3.8.23. A current health report that had been completed within the last 24 months was not on file for Staff Person #1 or #2. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked an initial health report within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The health report on file was dated 508 days after starting at the facility. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 and #2 now have a current health report on file. Staff person #3 has a updated health report on file. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 lacked an initial tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting in a child care taking position at the facility. The health report on file that included the tuberculosis screening results was dated 508 days after starting in a child care taking position at the facility. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #3 currently has her TB updated and on file. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.165 - Menus | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.165 Description: Menus Noncompliance Area: The current menu was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. Correction Required: An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The current menu is posted and will continue to be. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.18(a) - On file at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.18(a) Description: On file at facility Noncompliance Area: A copy of the current comprehensive liability insurance policy was not on file at the facility at the time of the inspection. Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A current and updated liability of insurance document have been obtained and stored with the rest of the required documents. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The update to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements on file for Child #2 exceeded 6 months between 9.8.24 and 8.18.25. The update to the emergency contact form for Child #4 has exceeded 6 months since last review on 2.13.25. Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #2 and child #4 now has a completed and updated emergency contact form and agreement on file. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification of experience to qualify them for the position they were identified to perform. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 has a bachelors degree in her file. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: In the upstairs PreK Classroom, 2 pairs of adult scissors were observed in a cup on a lower cubby. The scissors were accessible to Preschool children receiving care in the space. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The adult scissors were removed and placed in the classroom closed out of the reach of the children. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(f) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked verification that the emergency plan had been submitted to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency. Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both local municipality and county emergency management agency now have copies of the emergency plan. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: The fire safety training on file for Staff Person #3 was not completed within 12 months of their documented hire date. The fire safety training on file was completed 602 days after their documented hire date. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire safety training for staff person #3 is now complete and on file. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 lacked verification that they had completed pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of their documented hire date. The pediatric first aid and CPR training on file was completed 602 days after their documented hire date. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #3 currently have a cpr training and first aid training on file. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The updates to the NSOR Certificates on file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 60 months between Certificates dated 3.13.20 and 8.27.25. The updates to the PA Child Abuse and FBI Clearances on file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 60 months. This is evidenced by PA Child Abuse Clearances being dated 9.10.19 and 4.8.25 and FBI Clearances being dated 9.14.19 and 4.9.25. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) NSOR is currently updated an on file for staff #2. The PA child abuse and the FBI clearance for staff person #3 is updated and on file. |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.72(d) Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Noncompliance Area: In the mid-level 3-4 classroom 4 windows in the classroom and 1 window in the restroom were observed to be missing a restriction to limit the opening to less than 6 inches. In the upstairs PreK room 4 windows were observed to be missing a restriction to limit the opening to less than 6 inches. All windows were above the ground floor. Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Childproof window locks were placed on all the windows so that they do not open no more then the required 6 inches, as well as the "Do not open window signs" . |
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| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(b) Description: Inaccessible to children Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the downstairs School Age Classroom was observed to be hanging from hooks on a low bulletin board. The first aid kit would be accessible to school age children who receive care in the space. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The first aid kit in the before and after school room was placed on a hook so that it is out of reach the children. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:20 am when completing the initial supervision and ratio check, the preschool classroom was observed to have 8 children sitting quietly on the carpet with no adult supervising them. After approximately 1 minute, Staff person #1 emerged from the restroom to complete the supervision and ratio check. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The severity supervision was again stressed to staff and the staff person #1 was warned as it is her first infraction and advised of what will happen if this is ever a issue such as suspension or termination. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:20 am when completing the initial supervision and ratio check, the preschool classroom was observed to have 8 children sitting quietly on the carpet with no adult supervising them. After approximately 1 minute, Staff person #1 emerged from the restroom to complete the supervision and ratio check. Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff was issued a warning and we stressed the importance of the supervision of the class whether or not they were sitting quietly and it only took a I minute it should never happen again and that it result in suspension and or termination. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #1 and Child #2 was the original and not a copy. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The original copy of the agreement form was given to the parent and copied for the the file. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The following children's records indicated that there were more than 6 months between the parent review of the emergency contact information and financial agreement: Child #2 (EC 9/1/2022 - 8/21/2024), Child #4 (EC 6/1/23-8/30/24 & FA 12/1/2023 - 8/30/24), Child #5 (EC & FA 8/23/2023-9/8/2024). Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The agreements have been updated. Every 6 months the director will assure that all the documents on file are reviewed with in six months to assure that there is know lapse in the time frame. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The health assessments on file for Child #1 was dated 6/23/23, more than 60 days from their enrollment date (SEE LIS SHEET). The health assessments on file for Child #2 was dated 10/19/22, more than 60 days from their enrollment date (SEE LIS SHEET). The health assessments on file for Child #3 was dated 8/23/24, more than 60 days from their enrollment date (SEE LIS SHEET). The health assessments on file for Child #4 was dated 11/20/23, more than 60 days from their enrollment date (SEE LIS SHEET). Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Health assessment are now on file for all the listed children. an parents are made of aware of the importance in scheduling in a timely manner. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Based on a conversation with the operator, the Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma Prevention policy and Continuity of Operations policy have not been developed or implemented Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A shaken baby/abusive head trauma prevention policy, and continuity of operations policy have been implemented. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: There was no documented emergency drill on file at the facility. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director, staff and children conducted a lock down emergency drill. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #2 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 8/19/24, after the expiration date of 3/21/24.Staff person #4 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR. The training was completed on 3/16/24. Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #2, has the verification of first aid/cpr on file. Staff person #4 has completed the pre service training. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #1 did not contain documentation of an updated Fire Safety training (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The most recent fire safety training was dated 11/21/22. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1, has completed fire safety training 10/4/24... |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The staff evaluation on file for staff person #1 was not signed by the director. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff evaluation was reviewed and signed by the director. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #4 did not contain any verification of experience to qualify them as an assistant group supervisor. 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 acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #4 will now be assisted by the director until she has the appropriate hours on file to be group supervisor. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.51 Description: Similar Age Level Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:20 am when completing the initial supervision and ratio check, the preschool classroom was observed to have 8 children sitting quietly on the carpet with no adult supervising them. After approximately 1 minute, Staff person #1 emerged from the restroom to complete the supervision and ratio check. Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff person has been verbally reprimanded regarding the issue and given a written warning. She was told no matter what is happening, going on, and or how well behaved they can sit and wait for the teacher to use the bathroom they are to be NEVER left alone. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit in the school age room was missing tape. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The first aid kit was refilled and tape was placed in the first aid kit. |
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| 2024-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: The sink in the restroom outside of the 4/yo classroom in the basement was missing a handwashing sign. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A hand written sign was placed in the bathroom. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play space, there was a broken, plastic, brown toy container, which was approximately 6" x 12", which created a scraping/cutting hazard 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The out door play been was immediately covered to cover the crack and in the future will be checked so they we assure the safety of staff and children. A order was also placed to have the bin replaced. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The Immunization Records, in the files for Child #1 and Child #2, did not contain documentation of the Influenza vaccination or a letter of exemption. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 and Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 9.21.23, and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when the parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parents of Child #1 and #2 provided documents to advise that their children are exempt from getting the flu shot. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff # 4 contained documentation of the 1-hour, Health & Safety Update, on 3.27.23, which was due by 12.30.22. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future all required trainings will be completed in the proper timing. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #3 contained Health Assessments dated 8.10.21 and 9.8.23, which exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #3 now have a updated physical on file. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 did not contain documentation of Emergency Plan training within 90 days of hire. 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #2 now has the documentation of emergency plan training on file. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of Pediatric First-Aid/CPR trainings on 2.23.20 and 3.21.22, which exceeded the expiration of the 2020 certificate. The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of Pediatric First-Aid/CPR trainings on 6.4.15, 9.21.19, and 3.21.22, which exceeded the expirations of the 2015 and 2019 certificates. Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 and Staff #4 have documentation of the pediatric first aid training and car training on file. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 4.16.22 and 8.11.23, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement. The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 5.21.21 and 8.11.23, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 and #4 have the annual fire safety on file. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #3 (see IS Code Sheet), contained an FBI clearance dated 10.29.21, and no application was available. The file for Staff #4 contained State Police clearances dated 6.11.14 and 9.18.19, Child Abuse clearances dated 6.17.14 and 9.27.19, FBI clearances dated 6.6.14 and 9.20.19, and Mandated Reporter trainings dated 5.12.15 and 6.14.21, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) File for staff #3 and #4 now have the corrected and proper documents on file and currently up to date. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain documentation of a written evaluation in 2022. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #3 and #4 now have the completed require documents on file. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.63 Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Noncompliance Area: In the fenced-in outdoor play space, the gate would not stay closed, as there was not a working latch on the wooden gate, creating an egress for children to exit the play space onto the road. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A new working latch was added to the outside wooden gate and has been secured. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.72(d) Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Noncompliance Area: In the upper level, Pre-K room, there was nothing to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches, on any of the six (6) windows, which are accessible to children in care. In the mid-level, 3s/4s room, there was nothing to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches, on any of the three (3) windows, which are accessible to children in care. In the mid-level restroom, there was nothing to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches on the window, which is accessible to children in care. Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All the windows now have child safety lock on them so that they can only open 6 or fewer inches. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: There were no adhesive bandages, located in the first-aid kit, in the 3s/4s room (lower level). Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bandages were placed in the 3's and 4's first aid kits. |
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| 2023-09-19 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: A handwashing sign was not posted at the sink in the Pre-K room. A handwashing sign was not posted at the sink in the 3s/4s room (mid-level). Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Hand washing signs were placed at the sink of all the pre k rooms. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: The school age room did not have a daily activities schedule posted. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A daily activities schedule was placed in the school age room to follow the before and after school schedule. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain an Influenza Vaccine which was due 60 days after the date of enrollment. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents were contacted and advised that the flu shot is required in the health report. Those parents who advised they didn't want there child to have the flu shot provided the proper documentation to reflect their decision. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet) who was hired as a group supervisor was still within the allowable 90 days from the date of hire to receive the Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training, but was observed working in the four-year-old room unsupervised. Staff #1 had not completed the Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 was immediately assisted by another eligible staff member. Staff #1 was then scheduled and completed her CPR/First Aid Training on 11/21/22 before returning into the classroom on her own. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet) contained an initial health assessment date of 9-8-2022 which exceeded the date of hire to receive the health assessment. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) staff #1 is currently current with her health assessment. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet) contained a Tuberculosis screening test which exceeded the mandatory date to receive the test. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 is currently up to date with her health assessment and TB screening. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.182(1) - Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(1) Description: Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain an Influenza Vaccine which was due 60 days after the date of enrollment. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1, #2, #3's parents were all advised that the flu shot is now required and they all provided and signed proper documentation showing that they are refusing the vaccine. they were told that if this changes then they will receive it at the pediatrician and that it will be required to reflect on the child health report/shot record. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 (See IS Code Sheet) contained a Health and Safety Training date of 5-22-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 90 days to receive the training. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #3 completed her proffesional developmental training... this was already sited but because the staff moved to the new building it was sited again. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet) contained an NSOR application date of 9-22-2022 which exceeded the mandatory date to apply for the clearance. The file for staff #2 (See IS Code Sheet) contained a State Police Clearance application date of 11-4-2022, a Child Abuse Clearance application date of 11-4-2022, and an FBI Clearance application date of 11-7-2022 all of which exceeded the mandatory date to apply for the clearances. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 received her NSOR, Staff #3 now has all required documents required. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: In the front entryway of the facility, a white extension cord contained an outlet which did not have an outlet cover and was accessible to children 5 years and younger. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plug socket was covered immediately once discovered it was missing. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Located downstairs, an unlocked closet contained a can of Glidden Paint and on the label, it stated: "Keep out of reach of children." Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The closet was locked immediately and a child safety lock was placed on the door knob. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(b) Description: Inaccessible to children Noncompliance Area: In the school age room, the three-year-old room, the four-year-old room, and five-year-old room the first aid kit was observed on a low shelf and was accessible to children in care. In the downstairs hallway, a first aid kit was hanging on a hook and was accessible to children in care. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The first aid kits were immediately moved out of reach the the children, and locked inside the cabinets in the classrooms. |
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| 2022-11-14 | Renewal | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(i) Description: Lidded waste receptacles Noncompliance Area: The downstairs restroom did not have a lidded waste receptacle. Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A garbage can with a lid was put inside the downstairs bathroom. |
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| 2022-08-24 | Initial review | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan did not contain a continuity of care section. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I added a continuity of care section to the emergency plan. |
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| 2022-08-24 | Initial review | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have a policy and procedure to share with staff and families that included strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, and addressing the prevention and identification of child mistreatment. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I added the policies and procedures for prevention and identification of child maltreatment and ways to cope with a crying fussing child. |
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| 2022-08-24 | Initial review | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: The front entryway door had observable brown peeling paint around the frame. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I sanded the peeling brown paint and the door will be painted. Pictures were sent to the inspector to show proof that there is no more peeling paint. |
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