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Clarks Childcare Services Llc

Springville, PA · Susquehanna County
Wood Rd, Springville, PA 18844
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Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (570) 965-2611
Wood Rd
Springville, PA 18844
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00251076
License Issued
Mar 28, 2026
Active Through
Mar 28, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 12

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CLARKS CHILDCARE SERVICES LLC is a Family Child Care in SPRINGVILLE PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-17 Renewal 3280.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/17/25. Child #2's health assessment does not indicate if the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will contact the parent of child #2 and have them complete a new health assessment.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3280.151(b) - Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(b)

Description: Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/17/25. Staff person #5's health assessment was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will have staff #5 contact their doctor to sign the health assessment form.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3280.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/17/25. Staff person #5's file contains one non-family reference.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will have staff #5 obtain another non-family reference.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/17/25. Staff person #1 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter trainings on file dated 8/3/20 & updated on 11/12/25. The operator admitted that staff person #1 was in the facility providing meals to the children. Staff person #4 did not update their NSOR clearance every 60 months as required by the CPSL. This is evidenced by the previously documented NSOR clearance on file being dated 11/26/19 and their current NSOR clearance is dated 2/11/25. The operator admitted that staff #4 was providing care to children with an expired clearance. Staff person #6 did not have a valid NSOR clearance on file prior to providing care to children. The NSOR clearance on file for staff person #6 is dated 11/24/25. Staff person #7 did not have an NSOR clearance on file prior to providing care to children. The NSOR clearance on file for staff person #7 is dated 11/24/25. The operator admitted that staff person(s) #6 & #7 were providing care to children. (See LIS sheet for DOH's).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). The CPSL requires all clearances and mandated reporter training to be updated every 60 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 had a current mandated reporter training on file and staff #4, 6, and 7 had current NSOR clearances on file. The operator will create a staff spread sheet and post it in the office with clearance expiration dates and mandated reporter expiration dates. The operator will review twice a year and will notify staff when they need to update their clearances or mandated reporter training. All new hires will not start working at the facility until all clearances are received.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/17/25. The fire drill log indicates that the alarms are tested during each fire drill. The log indicates the alarms were tested more than 30 days apart on four occasions, 3/6/25 to 4/14/25, 5/13/25 to 6/18/25, 7/25/25 to 8/28/25, and 10/15/25 to 11/20/25.

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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will place dates on a calendar each month to ensure that smoke detectors are tested every 30 days instead of monthly.
2025-04-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3280.113(b)/3280.113(c) - No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.113(b)/3280.113(c)

Description: No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm

Noncompliance Area: On 4/2/25 a complaint investigation was conducted. It was found through interviews that on 3/28/25 in the afternoon hours, staff #1 singled out child #1 for behaviors that two children were engaging in and staff #1 "smacked" child #1 on the face with his hand. Staff #1 acknowledged that he only "tapped" child #1 on the head with a book.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. Tiered LIS: 1. A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. The date of correction for this portion of the plan must be immediate. 2. The Legal Entity will establish policies for appropriate discipline of children. These policies must include acceptable strategies for dealing with children's behaviors and must also address which strategies are prohibited by regulation (spanking, smacking, hitting with objects, etc.). The legal entity must submit the policy to the regional office for approval. All existing staff and new hires must be trained on the policy and sign an acknowledgment that must be kept on file. The operator must provide a correction date for when this portion of the plan will be completed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. A Facility person will not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person will not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. Date of correction: 4/2/25 2. The LE will establish a disciple policy and submit to the Northeast Regional office for approval. Once approved we will have a staff training meeting on May 13, 2025, at 5:30pm when the daycare closes. We will discuss our dripline policy and have all staff sign it. Date of correction: 4/29/25
2025-04-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.61(e)/3280.71 - Halls, etc. not included/Heat Source Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.61(e)/3280.71

Description: Halls, etc. not included/Heat Source

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was completed on 4/2/25. Staff reported that children are brought into the kitchen for time outs. In the kitchen is a stove with no safeguard and the kitchen is not measured childcare space. It was reported that a staff person is present with the child in the kitchen.

Correction Required: Measured indoor space excludes space occupied by halls, bathrooms, offices, kitchens and locker rooms. Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Our plan of correction will be to no longer bring children into the kitchen area for time outs.
2025-03-14 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/25. Child #1's emergency contact form did not contain the enrolling parents home phone number or work address and work telephone number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will have child #1's parent add their home phone number and work address and work phone number to the emergency contact form.
2025-03-14 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/25. The facility's emergency plan does not address continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will add continuity of operations to the facility's emergency plan.
2025-03-14 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/25. Staff person #2 has completed the health and safety course titled Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training. The 1-hour update was required to be completed by 12/30/22.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Staff person #2 must complete PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will have staff person #2 complete the Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2. Credential will be added to staff file.
2025-03-14 Renewal 3280.151(c)(3)/3280.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(c)(3)/3280.151(c)(5)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/25. Staff person #1 & #3's health assessment does not indicate if staff person has communicable diseases and may work in childcare setting.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will have staff person #1 & #3 complete new childcare health assessments.
2024-11-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. On 11/21/23, it was determined the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS. An acceptable plan was received on 11/22/22 with a correction date of 5/23/23. On 5/24/23, the Cert Rep confirmed that the facility is still not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/30/23 with a correction date of 11/21/23. On 11/22/23, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 11/30/23 with a correction date of 5/23/24. On 5/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/28/24 with a correction date of 11/22/24. On 11/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA.

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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will post do not drink water signs over sink and provide bottled water.
2024-11-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. On 11/21/23, it was determined the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS. An acceptable plan was received on 11/22/22 with a correction date of 5/23/23. On 5/24/23, the Cert Rep confirmed that the facility is still not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/30/23 with a correction date of 11/21/23. On 11/22/23, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 11/30/23 with a correction date of 5/23/24. On 5/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/28/24 with a correction date of 11/22/24. On 11/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA.

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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On 11/22/24 a new application was submitted to DEP and has been accepted as a complete application. Modifications have been made to the well and water has been tested. WE are currently waiting for the results, this should be the final set to compliance with SWDA.
2024-05-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. On 11/21/23, it was determined the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS. An acceptable plan was received on 11/22/22 with a correction date of 5/23/23. On 5/24/23, the Cert Rep confirmed that the facility is still not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/30/23 with a correction date of 11/21/23. On 11/22/23, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 11/30/23 with a correction date of 5/23/24. On 5/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/28/24 with a correction date of 11/22/24.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will post do not drink water signs over sink and provide bottled water.
2024-04-22 Renewal 3280.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.105(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: Rest mats for children were observed to be ripped at the seams, causing the foam to be exposed.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The ripped mats will be repaired until new mats are purchased.
2024-04-22 Renewal 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for Child # 3 did not contain name, address and telephone number for child's physician. Emergency Contact Form for Child # 2 did not contain telephone number of 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents will update the forms with doctor's information.
2024-04-22 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for children # 1 and # 3 did not contain address 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will update the form with addresses for release persons.
2024-04-22 Renewal 3280.31(e) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: File for Staff # 1 did not contain verification of 12 clock hours of child care training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 1 will complete 12 hours of child care training.
2023-11-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/22/24. As of 11/21/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Operator must comply with The Department of Environmental Protection field order regarding the "do not drink" drinking water warning and supplying an alternate source of water for consumption.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will complete the application and become an approved Public Water System (PWS).
2023-11-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 11/30/23. As of 11/21/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Operator must comply with The Department of Environmental Protection field order regarding the "do not drink" drinking water warning and supplying an alternate source of water for consumption.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will post do not drink water signs over sink and provide bottled water.
2023-09-19 Unannounced Monitoring Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2023-05-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/23/23. As of 5/23/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Operator must comply with The Department of Environmental Protection field order regarding the "do not drink" drinking water warning and supplying an alternate source of water for consumption.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will post do not drink water signs over sink and provide bottled water.
2023-05-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/23/23. As of 5/23/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will complete the application and become an approved Public Water System (PWS).
2022-08-29 Renewal 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures.

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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Operator must comply with The Department of Environmental Protection field order regarding the "do not drink" drinking water warning and supplying an alternate source of water for consumption.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will post do not drink water signs over sink and provide bottled water.
2022-08-29 Renewal 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/23/23. As of 5/23/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

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.Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will complete the application and become an approved Public Water System (PWS).
2021-09-07 Renewal 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/7/21. At that time, vinyl children's furniture that was ripped exposing the foam inside was observed by the back wall of the facility. Many exposed bolts were observed on the gated entrance to the 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider used duct tape to immediately repair the vinyl furniture and cover the exposed bolts.
2021-09-07 Renewal 3280.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/7/21. At that time, the file for Facility Person #1 did not contain any written letters of reference.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility Person #1 immediately brought two written letters of reference to facility where provider placed them in the file.
2021-09-07 Renewal 3280.33(a)/3280.35(3) - Each staff person meets quals/8th grade + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.33(a)/3280.35(3)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/8th grade + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/7/21. At that time, the file for Facility Person #2 was reviewed. The file did not contain documentation of a minimum of 8th grade education or 2 years experience with children.

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 secondary staff person shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain documentation of 8th grade experience and verification of 2 years' experience working with children for Facility Person #2 and keep on file at the facility.
2021-09-07 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/7/21. At that time, the facility did not have proof of purchase for their fire detection system.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider immediately wrote an attestation statement stating that their interconnected, hard-wired, battery backup fire detection system was installed in October 2015.
2019-08-09 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff number 1 working as a Primary staff does not have a record of valid Child Abuse and FBI clearances.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: 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 #-1- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff number 1 has been discharged and will not return until she has valid clearances. I will be installing an alert on each file for staff. Alerting me that the individual staff person's clearances will be due for updating two months prior to expiration of clearances. This way we should never have expired clearances again.
2018-08-29 Renewal 3280.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff number 1 does not have a record of a health assessment.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Leonna will have her health assessment by September 15th. In the future we will have all of these requirements done prior to starting.
2018-08-29 Renewal 3280.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff number 1 does not have a record of staff qualification such as child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Leonna will have her qualifications by September 15th. We will also provide a college transcript and High school diploma. In the future we will have all of the requirements prior to starting.
2018-08-29 Renewal 3280.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff number 1 does not have a record of references.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Leona will have her 2 written references by September 15th. In the future we will have all of these requirements done prior to starting.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Files for Children # 1, # 3, # 4 and # 5 did not contain updated Child Service Reports.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department`s approved form to provide information to the family about the child`s growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have updated Child Service Reports completed for Children # 1, # 3, # 4 and # 5. Provider will ensure that Child Service Reports are updated every 6-months.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3280.123(a)(4)/3280.124(b)(6) - Arrival/departure times/Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Fee Agreement for Child # 6 did not contain arrival and departure times. Emergency Contact Form for Child # 6 did not contain health insursance policy number.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child`s arrival and departure times.Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have parents update the Fee Agreement and Emergency Contact Form for Child # 6. Provider will ensure that all forms are complete and up to date.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Files for Children # 1, # 2, # 4, # 5 and # 7 do not have current Fee Agreements. File for Child # 7 does not have a current Emergency Contact Form.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have parents review and update the Emergency Contact Form and Fee Agreement. Provider will ensure that the Emergency Contact Form and Fee Agreements are updated every 6-months.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3280.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: File for Staff # 1 did not contain verification of child care experience, education and/or training.

Correction Required: A facility person`s record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain verification of child care experience, education and/or training for Staff # 1. Provider will ensure that all files are complete and up to date.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3280.71 - Heat Source Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Hot water in the children's bathroom measured at 112 degrees.

Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110 F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider shut off the hot water in the children's bathroom. Provider will ensure the hot water that children have access to is 110 degrees or less.

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