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About the Provider
Our pre-school, childcare & learning centers offer a wide variety of activities and experiences that promote social interaction, language and literacy development, as well as creative thinking skills for your child. Our centers and entire staff look forward to getting to know you and your family.
Our staff of experenced and skilled professionals are here to provide optimum care and learning for your child and we will make every effort to meet their needs.
It is our pleasure to serve you and your child by providing you with the highest standards of professional pre-school childcare available in a safe, secure and family-friendly environment!
We would be honored to be given the opportunity to care for your children. Please call us to setup a tour of our exceptional facilities and to meet of wonderful staff.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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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| 2026-01-28 | 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 School Age room, a toy bin along the front window area was observed to have a broken hinge. This caused the lid to be unable to hinge open, instead slamming shut easily. This creates a risk of injury to children. In the School Age room, the pool table was observed to be in poor repair. The pressed wood is peeling and separating in places, creating a risk of pinching. In the School Age room, the foosball table was observed to have chips in the wood near the red side's goal. These chips caused the surface to have a sharp, rough edge. Also in the School Age room, a clear plastic bin of building blocks was observed to have a large crack near the handle. The crack created a sharp edge, which poses risk of injury to children. In the Waddlers Room, a large wooden room divider was observed to be wobbly and unstable. Additionally, several areas of splintered wood were observed on the divider, creating sharp edges. 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 toy bin in the front of the SA room had the lid removed. The foosball, pool table and block bin were taped and repaired. The wooden divider was disposed of. |
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| 2026-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler Two room, a wooden white shelf located near the book center was observed to have a sharp metal hinge exposed on the side. This was within reach of children and could cause injury. In the School Age room, a black and blue gaming chair in the reading area was observed to have a hole near the seat, exposing a metal piece of the frame. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The gaming chair was taped and repaired. The metal piece on the [shelf] was removed. |
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| 2026-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact form for Child #1 did not include the phone number of the physician or medical care provider. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The Emergency Contact form for Child #3 did not include the address of the physician or medical care provider. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) For child #1, the phone number of their physician will be obtained. For child #3, the address of their physician will be obtained. |
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| 2026-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Forms for Child #2 and Child #3 did not include information on the child's special needs; specifically, the portion of the form was not completed by the parent. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) For child number 3, the special needs portion will be filled out. |
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| 2026-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Health information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a) Description: Health information Noncompliance Area: The Initial Health Report for Child #4 was dated more than 60 days after the child's admission to the facility. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The Initial Health Report for Child #3 was completed by the parent, not a physician. The child has since had an updated Health Report completed by a physician. 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.) Both child number 3 and 4 have updated health reports on file. |
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| 2026-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The last two Mandated Reporter trainings for Staff Person #2 were dated more than 60 months apart (4/18/2017 - 10/12/2022). SEE LIS CODE SHEET 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.) The Employee updated their mandated reporter training. |
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| 2026-01-28 | 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 Person #1 lacked a required out-of-state sex offender registry clearance. The clearance was obtained online during renewal inspection. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director [went] on and obtained the out-of-state sex offender registry clearance. |
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| 2026-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(b) Description: Original container Noncompliance Area: In the Preschool Room, two containers of disinfecting wipes were stored on their side, above a microwave which is used to prepare food for children. To the left of the rear exit in the Preschool Room, an unlocked utility closet was observed to contain an open bag of sidewalk salt, which is labeled "keep out of reach of children." In the Toddler Two Room, cleaning supplies were stored above the microwave, which is used to prepare food for 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 stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the preschool room, the 2 containers of disinfecting wipes were moved to a different location away from the cabinet above the microwave. A child lock was placed onto the closet door with the sidewalk salt. The Toddler room cleaning supplies were [put] into a plastic bin. |
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| 2026-01-28 | Renewal | 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: In the Preschool Room, multiple areas of damaged plaster were observed on the green wall to the right of the front window. These damaged areas continued around the corner under the reading area and "All About Me" postings. In the same room, plaster damage was observed under the bulletin board, and a large crack was observed in the kitchenette, under the paper towel dispenser. In the bathroom at the rear right of the Preschool Room, damaged plaster was observed to the right of the toilet. In the Toddler Two room, damaged plaster was observed to the right of the microwave and garbage can. Also in the Toddler Two room, an area of damaged plaster was observed on the wall near the planets display. In the Gym, a small area of damaged plaster was observed at the bottom of the wall, under the words "School Age." In the School Age room, a long crack was observed in the plaster on the orange wall near the reading chair, and the plaster appeared to be separating. 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.) A contractor was hired to fix all of the damaged walls throughout the center. Duct tape was put over the rough spot in the gym. |
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| 2025-08-05 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: The thermometer in the refrigerator in the infant room was broken. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A new working thermometer was placed in the infant refrigerator. |
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| 2025-08-05 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: On 8/5/25 at 11:25 am, Certification Representative (CR) observed 5 children, 4 preschool age and 1 younger school age, playing in the front of the preschool room. Staff #2, who was responsible for the 5 children, could not be seen. When the CR asked who was supervising the children, another staff went to the back corner of the room and retrieved Staff #2. Staff #2 had been in the back of the room prepping for naptime. Staff #2 was unable to supervise the 5 children from her position in the back corner of the room. Later, Staff #2 left the 5 children, and went to the far side of the room and leaned out the door to speak to another staff located in the outdoor play space. 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.) Staff member made sure they moved to be able to see, hear, and assess the children properly. |
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| 2025-08-05 | Complaints- Legal Location | 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: On 8/5/25 at 11:25 am, Certification Representative (CR) observed 5 children, 4 preschool age and 1 younger school age, playing in the front of the preschool room. Staff #2, who was responsible for the 5 children, could not be seen. When the CR asked who was supervising the children, another staff went to the back corner of the room and retrieved Staff #2. Staff #2 had been in the back of the room prepping for naptime. Staff #2 was unable to supervise the 5 children from her position in the back corner of the room. Later, Staff #2 left the 5 children, and went to the far side of the room and leaned out the door to speak to another staff located in the outdoor play space. 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 member made sure they were back where they could properly supervise their assigned group of children. |
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| 2025-08-05 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(4) Description: Bottles labeled Noncompliance Area: The bottle on top of the microwave in the infant room was not labeled with the child's name. Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottle above the microwave was labeled with the child's name. |
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| 2025-08-05 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: On 8/5/25 at 11:25 am, Certification Representative (CR) observed 5 children, 4 preschool age and 1 younger school age, playing in the front of the preschool room. Staff #2, who was responsible for the 5 children, could not be seen. When the CR asked who was supervising the children, another staff went to the back corner of the room and retrieved Staff #2. Staff #2 had been in the back of the room prepping for naptime. Staff #2 was unable to supervise the 5 children from her position in the back corner of the room. Later, Staff #2 left the 5 children, and went to the far side of the room and leaned out the door to speak to another staff located in the outdoor play space. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). TIERED LIS: 1. When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity will require all staff persons at the facility including the director to complete a training regarding Supervision and Ratio. The training must be offered by ELRC 4, be in-person and a minimum of 2 hours. The training must be completed within 3 months of the approval of this plan of correction. The training must be approved by the Department prior to implementation. Upon completion of the training, staff training documentation will be provided to the OCDEL-DHS representative by email. The training may count towards the mandatory 12 training hours required by the Department. The operator shall provide a date for when this training will be complete. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) 1. Staff person was immediately directed to return to the group of children and stay with them to maintain required ratios on 8/5/25. 2. A minimum 2 hour training regarding supervision and ratio will be conducted by ELRC 4 for all staff including the director and will be completed by 12/29/25. The training will be approved by DHS prior to being implemented. Operator will inform Certification Rep when training is scheduled and will email documentation of staff attendance to Cert Rep once completed. |
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| 2025-08-05 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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: There was peeling paint on the supply shelf in the infant room. 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.) Tape was placed over the peeling paint. |
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| 2025-01-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #5 lacked an address for the child's physician. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The physicians address was added to the emergency plan. |
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| 2025-01-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #1, Child #4, and Child #5 lacked information regarding the child's special needs, specified by the parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Contact forms for child #1, Child #4, and Child #5 were updated and information was added or a line drawn threw the boxes about special needs. |
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| 2025-01-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the child's 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency contact form of child #3 had child's insurance policy added to it. |
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| 2025-01-23 | 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 initial health report on file for Child #3 was not dated by the physician, making the health report invalid. 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.) The health report on file for Child #3 will either be replaced with a new one or will be sent with the parent to get the doctor to fill out the date on the current physical in the child's file. |
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| 2025-01-23 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health reports on file for Child #2, a young toddler, are dated 3/12/24 and 12/12/24, more than 6 months apart. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #2 has a current physical on file. |
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| 2025-01-23 | 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 facility's emergency plan did not address accessing program files and financials in an emergency situation. 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.) The section in the emergency plan was expanded to be more specific about how files and financials will be accessed during an emergency situation. |
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| 2025-01-23 | Renewal | 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(6) Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for transportation. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #5's parent sent an email that gives parental consent for transportation. |
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| 2025-01-23 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The facility's parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not contain information regarding a method to contact parents, a method to inform parents that the emergency has ended, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical care. Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent handbook section that explains the emergency procedures had the method to contact parents, a method to inform parents the emergency was over, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical care updated to include our bright wheel app. |
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| 2025-01-23 | Renewal | 3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv) - HS/GED/Transcript, diploma and letters | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv) Description: HS/GED/Transcript, diploma and letters Noncompliance Area: The record of the required education on file for Staff Person #1 to be classified as an aide was an international diploma, not evaluated by an approved evaluator, with no equivalency on file. Correction Required: An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. 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.) Provider will send Staff #1's transcripts to an approved evaluation center. |
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| 2025-01-23 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Various cans of paint, labeled keep out of the reach of children, were accessible to children in an unlocked closet in the bathroom located in the Toddler Room. In the School Age Room, Purell hand sanitizer and Disinfex Multipurpose Wipes, labeled keep out of the reach of children, were accessible to children in an unlocked desk drawer. 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 laundry room door was fixed in which it made the paint inaccessible to children. The sanitizer and wipes were removed from the drawer and put out of reach of children or disposed of. |
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| 2025-01-23 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: The diapering area in the Infant Room and the Toddler Room lacked handwashing signs. 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.) Handwashing signs were put on the diaper changing tables. |
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| 2024-08-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 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 Toddler 2 room there were two cracked plastic bins that contain pinch points that could cause injury, 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 bins were removed and disposed of from the Toddler 2 room. |
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| 2024-08-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: Eczema cream was observed in the locked medication bin in the Toddler 2 room which had expired 3/24 and was therefore not in accordance with the manufacturer's original label. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The eczema cream was removed and sent home with the parent. |
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| 2024-08-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 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 Person #1, does not contain the Pa. Health and Safety update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12.30.22, as per Announcement C-22-06. The emergency plan on site does not include continuity of operations, required as of 7/1/22, as per Announcement C-22-04. 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 went back to school, so she is not currently working for us. The emergency plan was updated to include continuity of operations. |
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| 2024-08-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.161(d) Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Noncompliance Area: A child's lunch box was observed in the School Age room unrefrigerated, and a yogurt was observed inside of the lunchbox. Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child's yogurt was put into the refrigerator. |
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| 2024-08-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.176(a) - Insured | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.176(a) Description: Insured Noncompliance Area: The insurance card in both transportation vehicles was expired. Correction Required: A vehicle shall be insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The insurance cards were presented and sent to the state representative. |
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| 2024-08-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in childcare, as one of the references is from a family member. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 went back to school and is no longer currently working for us. |
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| 2024-08-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facilities emergency plan did not provide for children with disabilities or children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency plan was updated to include the plan to provide for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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| 2024-08-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were both missing emergency plan training at the time of initial employment. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency plan training paper for staff #2 was located and placed in their file. Staff #1 went back to school, so is no longer currently working for us. |
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| 2024-08-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(e) Description: Arts and crafts non-toxic Noncompliance Area: There was a bag of Dab o ink bingo dabbers in the craft bin in the preschool room labeled "keep out of reach of children". Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The dabbers were removed from the classroom and out of the reach of the children. |
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| 2024-01-18 | 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: The arms of a white child size rocking chair in the preschool room were not securely attached to the frame. One of the arms was able to be completely removed leaving a sharp screw exposed. 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 chair was removed from the preschool room. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.102(g)/3270.103 - Hazardous toys and equipment/Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(g)/3270.103 Description: Hazardous toys and equipment/Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: A loose screw lacking a washer to hold it in place was observed in the hinge of the red play kitchen set in the rear unused portion of the infant room. Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The screw was removed from the hinge of the red play kitchen. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: A door on the diapering table in T1 was missing screws and was not fully attached to the table at the hinge which created a pinch point. The legs on the science table in the school age room were observed to be loose creating a pinch point. Missing screws were observed on the back rest of a folding futon/sofa in the school age room. The missing screws resulted in the back rest being unstable and a safety hazard. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The door had a screw added to it to secure and reattached the door to the changing table. The sofa was moved to a position against a wall which supported the back rest eliminating the hazard. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2, a young toddler, lacked a health report conducted in the past 12 months. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The provider will attain a new/current health assessment for child #2. |
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| 2024-01-18 | 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 #2, 14 months old, contained an immunization record which indicated they have received only 1 dose of vaccines for rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, and pneumococcal. A written exemptions was not on file for child #2.. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Documentation will be obtained. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a) Description: Child's hands washed Noncompliance Area: Staff #3 was observed diapering a child in T2. When the diapering was complete, the child returned to the group of children sitting on the floor without washing their hands. Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The state rep was able to observe another diaper change that was satisfactory to the diaper changing procedures. |
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| 2024-01-18 | 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 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file is now current. 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 member #1 has a current health assessment. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.152 Description: Adult Hygiene Noncompliance Area: Staff #3 was observed diapering a child in T2. Staff #3 did not wash their hands when the diapering was complete. Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The state rep was able to observe more diaper changes that satisfied the diaper changing procedure. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The facility's handbook, used to inform parents about emergency procedures, did not include details regarding accommodations for infants or toddlers during an emergency. Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent handbook had emergency procedures regarding accommodations for infants or toddlers during an emergency added to it. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: At approximately 8:30am, staff #2 and #3 were observed with 11 total children in T2. When asked to identify the children in their assigned groups, Staff #2 identified 6 older toddlers. Staff #3 identified 4 older toddlers and 1 preschooler. 1 child in each group were later determined to be young toddlers resulting in staff #2 being assigned to supervise 6 children; 5 older toddlers and 1 young toddler. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) When children are in a mixed age group situation, we will always go by the youngest child in the room. The staff will make sure who they are responsible for are in the correct group and are in the correct ratio. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.55(a) - Toddler and preschool children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.55(a) Description: Toddler and preschool children Noncompliance Area: At approximately 1:15PM, staff #4 was observed in T2 with 11 napping children; 2 children in the group were determined to be young toddlers. Correction Required: The staff:child ratio while toddlers and preschoolers are napping is one staff person to 10 young toddlers, one staff person to 12 older toddlers, one staff person to 20 preschool children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) One child was moved up to the toddler 1 room, so that both rooms were in naptime ratio. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: The folding door in the toddler restroom was not secured in the track, allowing it to open freely, which resulted in several cans of paint being accessible to children. The paint cans were stacked on the floor beside the washing machine. 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 folding door in the toddler restroom was secured back into the track. That way it would not open freely. |
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| 2024-01-18 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: A loose section of wire, approximately 15 inches long and which created a loop, was observed near the base of the wall in the gym in the area where the ride-on and push toys were located. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The loose section of wire near the base of the wall in the gym was secured back to the wall, eliminating the loop it created. |
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| 2023-02-10 | 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: The following equipment issues were observed; a fabric Spiderman toy bin with the metal frame protruding in T1, a broken blue storage basket in T2, loose legs which created pinch points on a blue table in the front SA room, a protruding screw on cabinet in the boys SA restroom, an infant activity center fabric seat with a split seam, in the rear outdoor play space the rear corner of the blue storage bin was broken, a boat shaped sand/water table had broken piece with sharp edges, and a large crack on the side of the red plastic slide was observed. In the mulched area a maroon chair with a broken back was observed. 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 infant activity center was removed from the room, #12 nap mat was taped and repaired, the black chair was taped and repaired, the foam ball was discarded. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.102(a)/3270.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a)/3270.103 Description: Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: Foam padding and/or filling was exposed and accessible on the following items: the seat of an infant activity center where the fabric was torn, nap mat #12 in the toddler area, a black adult chair in the gym, a purple foam ball in the storage bin in the side outdoor play space. 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. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fabric Spiderman toy bin was thrown out, the storage bin in T2 was tapes and repaired, the loose legs were tightened on the table, the screw was taped over covering the screw, the infant activity center was removed from the infant room, the storage bin was taped and repaired, the boat table was taped and repaired, the cracks on the slide was taped and repaired, the maroon chair was taped and repaired. |
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| 2023-02-10 | 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 8:30am, staff #5 and staff 6 were observed in T1 with 9 children; 3 young toddlers and 6 older toddlers. When asked to identify the children in their primary care groups, staff #6 named the 3 young toddlers. Staff #5 named 5 of the older toddlers, leaving 1 child unidentified. When asked a second time, staff # named the same 3 young toddlers and staff #5 again named 5 older toddlers leaving the same child unidentified. 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 child was identified after discussion between staff. We will Make sure all the staff are aware of their primary groups. Know how many they have and who they are responsible for. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contained 2 child service reports completed more than 6 months apart. The reports were dated 1/05/22 and 8/09/22 and are now current. 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.) The next child service report was done within the 6 month period. |
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| 2023-02-10 | 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 #1 contained an immunization record which lacked documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine in 2022. A written exemption was not on file. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director will get an updated vaccination record with the newest influenza vaccination or get an exemption letter from the parent. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.151(b) - Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(b) Description: Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 contained a health assessment which did not include the professional title of the individual who conducted the assessment. Correction Required: A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director will have the staff member obtain the title of the person who signed the physical paper. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator could not provide documentation of providing the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The QR code to access the regulations was hung on the parent board in the lobby of the center. Also, the QR code was added to the parent handbook. |
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| 2023-02-10 | 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 most recent emergency plan training documentation on file for staff #4 was dated 2/09/22. 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.) The most recent emergency plan training was updated for staff #4 on 2/10/23. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #5 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.Staff person #5 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #5 had an updated CPR and first aid on 11/10/2022 by a PQAS certified instructor. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: Staff #3 did not complete training in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR within 90 days of hire. The training was dated 12/28/22. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. 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 member #3 completed pediatric first aid and CPR on 12/28/22 by a PQAS certified instructor. |
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| 2023-02-10 | 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 contained state police and child abuse clearances which were not renewed within 60 months. The documented dates were as follows; previous state police clearance 3/28/17, renewed 4/05/22, previous child abuse clearance 3/2/17, renewed 4/12/22. The file for staff #3 contained state police and child abuse clearances obtained for the purpose of volunteering instead of employment. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff person #3 may not work at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff members were removed until updated clearances were obtained. Both staff #1 and #3 have updated clearances that are regular clearances, not volunteer clearances. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2, designated as a group supervisor on the staff data sheet, did not include documentation of the qualifications required for the position. Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. 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 #2 was reassigned to an assistant group supervisor. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: An open bag of ice melt, labeled keep out of reach of children, was observed in the entry area. Though the area is gated, staff escort children through this area when transporting. 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 bag of icemelt was moved to the staff restroom where children do not have access to it. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Torn linoleum, which created a tripping hazard, was observed near the rear door of the PS room. The gate in the side outdoor play space had two metal frame pieces which were not secured in place causing them to slide down past the bottom of the gate creating the risk of catching children's feet on the metal. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The linoleum was taped and fixed. The gate will also be repaired. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: Peeling paint was observed on the outdoor play structure in the following areas; stairs, platform, and swing support beam. Chips of paint were also observed on the ground around the structure. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The playground equipment is stripped, resealed, and repainted so that it is free of chips. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: The base of the toilet in the PS boys restroom was observed to be heavily soiled. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The toilet was cleaned immediately that day. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4) Description: Hypothetical locations Noncompliance Area: The same hypothetical location was documented for 2 consecutive fire drills occurring 3/03/22 and 4/20/22. The location was listed as "front pull station". Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fire drills since then have been in different hypothetical locations. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #5 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the complete addresses for 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Complete addresses were provided by the parent. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1, DOB 1/9/20, contained consecutive health reports dated 4/20/21 and 1/10/22. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 has a current health report on file. |
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| 2022-01-05 | 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 file for Child #3, age 4, contained consecutive health reports dated 7/9/20 and 1/5/22. 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.) Child #3 has a current health report on file. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The files for Child #2 and #4 contained documentation of immunization histories which lacked current influenza 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents of Child #2 provided an objection letter for the influenza vaccination. The parents of Child #4 provided documentation of vaccination. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: During an observed diaper change, a staff member placed the soiled diaper and wipes on the changer while completing the change before placing them in the plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will immediately throw the soiled diaper and wipes away in a hands free covered can. |
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| 2022-01-05 | 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 files for Staff #2, #3 and #5 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart. 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 #2, #3 and #5 have current health assessments on file. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Documentation of a completed emergency drill 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The center will conduct an emergency drill and document it. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of 11 of the 12 required hours of annual child care training. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.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.) One hour from the next year of training were used to correct the violation. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #6, a new hire, contained documentation of certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR dated more than 90 days after the first day of employment in a child care position. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.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 #6 has current certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR on file. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of consecutive mandated child abuse reporter trainings dated more than 60 months apart. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).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 #4 has current mandated reporter training on file. |
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| 2022-01-05 | 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 contained documentation of out of state residence within the last 5 years, yet lacked clearances for that state. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 - may not work in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 obtained out of state clearances. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Toxic paint was observed to be accessible to children in an unlocked closet in the bathroom of the toddler room. A toxic hand sanitizer was observed to be accessible to children on a shelf in the indoor gym. 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 on the day of the inspection. The hand sanitizer was moved and made inaccessible on the day of the inspection. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 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: Peeling paint was observed on the climbing structure of the playground in the following areas: swing beam, railing bottoms, steps and platform floor. 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.) Covered spots that were peeling to stop the peeling. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4) Description: Hypothetical locations Noncompliance Area: The observed fire drill log contained hypothetical locations of fires in drills conducted 7/21 and 8/21 which were in the same location. Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The hypothetical location of the fire was changed in future fire drills. |
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| 2022-01-05 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: Proof of purchase for the observed interconnected fire detection system was not available at the time of inspection. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) An attestation form was submitted in lieu of the proof of purchase. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The basketball hoop was observed to be broken, exposing a rough edge, on the black top playground. 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 hoop was repaired on the day of the inspection. Going forward, we will make sure all toys and equipment are in good repair. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A black chair was observed to be ripped, exposing foam, in the gym, where children are in care who may still be placing objects in their mouths. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The chair was removed from the gym on the day of the inspection. Going forward we will make sure foam is not accessible to children. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A unsecured microwave was observed to be on top of a cabinet in the SA Room, A black chair in the gym was observed to be ripped. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The chair was removed from the child care space. We will remove the microwave from the child care space. Going forward any microwave we be velcroid to the table. We will make sure all chairs are in good repair. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 contained original agreements. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The agreements were copied, the copies were placed in the files and the originals given to the parents during the inspection. Going forward, all original agreements will go to the parents and a copy will be placed in the file. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #6 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the name, address and 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent of Child #6 provided the medical provider information during the inspection. Going forward, I will make sure the emergency contact form is completed in full. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. The file for Child #5 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The mother of Child #2 completed the form during the inspection. I will contact the parent of Child #5 to get the emergency contact form completed. Going forward, I will make sure the emergency contact form is completed in full. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the addresses for 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The mother for Child #2 completed the form during the inspection. Going forward, I will make sure the emergency contact form is completed in full. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #5 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 6 months apart. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #5 has a current health report on file. Going forward, we will make sure children under two years of age have a physical every 6 months. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2, age 2, contained documentation of immunization history which lacked a current influenza vaccination. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Documentation regarding the missing immunization will be placed in the child's file. Going forward, we will have immunization records up to date. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart. 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 #2 has a current health assessment on file. Going forward we will make sure all staff health assessments are current within two years. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.165 - Menus | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The posted menu was observed to contain the current week's menu yet lacked the menu for one week in advance. 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 menu for the following week was posted on the day of the inspection. Going forward, we will make sure we have two weeks of the menu posted at a time. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1, with a hire date of 11/13/19, contained a volunteer state police clearance with no receipt of employment state police clearance, and NSOR verification dated 12/23/19 with no application for NSOR. The file for Staff #3 contained consecutive state police clearances dated more than 60 months apart. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1-- may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #3 has a current state police clearance on file. I will get a new employment state police clearance for Staff #1. She will not be in care until the valid state police clearance is obtained. Going forward I will make sure all employees have employment clearances. I will make sure all clearances are updated within five years. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: An unlabeled spray bottle, containing what was reported to be sanitizer, was observed on the back cabinet of the Toddler Room. 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 stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottle was labeled with its contents on the day of the inspection. Going forward, we will make sure all toxic spray bottles are labeled. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Peeling paint was observed on the play set in the front playground. 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.) The paint was covered on the day of the inspection. Going forward, we will make sure paint is not peeling. |
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| 2020-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The bathroom in the Toddler Room was observed to lack 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 lidded waste receptacle was placed in the bathroom during the inspection. Going forward, all bathrooms will have covered trash cans. |
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| 2019-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: An unsecured microwave was observed to be setting on a table in the Toddler Room, causing a risk of being pulled down by a child. A chair was observed to be ripped in the Indoor Gym, exposing the inner material. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The microwave was secured and the chair repaired on the day of the inspection. Going forward, we will make sure all the furniture and equipment are safe. |
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| 2019-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The work telephone number was added on the day of the inspection. Going forward, I will make sure parents put business telephone numbers on emergency contact forms. |
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| 2019-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1, #2 and #3 contained emergency contact forms which lacked addresses for 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Addresses were obtained on the day of the inspection. Going forward, I will make sure parents put release addresses on emergency contact forms. |
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| 2019-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: An expired Tylenol was observed in the medicine box of the Toddler Room. An expired Zarbees cough syrup, an expired Ibuprofen and an expired Acetaminophen were observed in the medicine box of the Pre-School Room. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medications were removed from the child care space on the day of the inspection. Going forward, we will make sure all medications are checked that they are not expired. |
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| 2019-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: An albuterol labeled for Child #3 in the Toddler Room lacked current written parental consent for administration. An Ibuprofen labeled for Child #4 in the Pre-School Room lacked written parental consent for administration. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will get a new consent form signed by the parents. Going forward, we will make sure we have an updated medication form for all medications. |
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