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Community Christian Day Care

Emlenton, PA · Venango County
511 Hill St, Emlenton, PA 16373
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Capacity
63 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (724) 867-3197
511 Hill St
Emlenton, PA 16373
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00250730
License Issued
Mar 10, 2026
Active Through
Mar 10, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 1

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Community Christian Day Care is a Child Care Center in EMLENTON PA, with a maximum capacity of 63 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Crayola washable paint with small caps that are choking hazards and labeled not for children under 3 years old was in a low, unlocked cabinet, under the sink in room 103 and accessible to children under 3 years old.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Paint bottles were moved to a high cabinet inaccessible to children.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(7) - Services considered extra Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(7)

Description: Services considered extra

Noncompliance Area: In the records for child #2, the area in the agreement for specifying services to be considered as extra was blank.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will contact parent of child #2 and complete fee agreement form to ensure completion.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The records for child #1 did not contain the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child # 1 will be contacted to add the telephone number of the child's physician to the emergency contact form.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency information for child #1 did not include enrolling parent's work address or work phone number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child #1 will be contacted to consider adding work address or work phone number as needed or the areas will be marked as NA.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information for child #1 did not include information on or consider the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child #1 will be contacted to request any special needs and the form will be completed.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of an individual designated to whom the child may be released.

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.)
The parent of child #1 will be contacted to request the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The most recent date for a parent signature signifying a review of the emergency contact information was on 06/24/2025, a period greater than 6 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child # will be presented with the emergency contact information to review, make changes and sign.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health report for child #3 was dated 03/03/2025, a period greater than 6 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of Child #3 will be contacted immediately to submit an updated health report with immunization records.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: There was no evidence of notification to local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will update and deliver traffic letter to Emlenton police department upstairs.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.182(4) - Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(4)

Description: Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs

Noncompliance Area: The record for child # 1 did not the area for parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs was blank.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child #1 will be contacted to consider consent of the administration of medications or special dietary needs and complete accordingly.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: In the record for child #1, the area for parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures was blank.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will inspect all records to ensure that first aid permissions have been granted for every single child.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: In the record for child #1, the area for parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading was blank.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child #1 will be contacted to complete the area for parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading was blank.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 only contained one written, nonfamily reference attesting suitability to serve as a facility person.

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.)
Staff person #1 will submit a second written, nonfamily reference attesting suitability to serve as a facility person.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility emergency plan parent letter did not consider provisions for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will add a clause pertaining to the evacuation of children with special medical needs or disabilities to the parent emergency plan letter.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: The hallway door to the staff room was unlocked and has an unlocked cabinet containing toxic cleaning products.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hallway door to the staff room was locked.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: In room 102, telephone numbers for hospital, police, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will post emergency phone numbers and other required information near the phones.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Peeling and flaking paint was observed on vertical pipes and on the floor in room 103.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The area around the peeling paint was cleaned up immediately and flaking areas were covered.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: The fire drill log indicated drills on 08/18/2025 and 11/03/2025 with no drills in between those dates, a period greater than 60 days.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will ensure timely execution of fire and evacuation drills moving forward.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: The more current fee agreement on file for child #2 was not signed by the operator.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator signed the fee agreement.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: The most current fee agreement on file for child #1 lacks the child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director had the parent specify the arrival and departure times.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The most current fee agreement on file for child #1 lacks the date of the child's admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected the admission date for the child.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The most current emergency contact information on file for children #1 and 2 lacks the work address and work phone numbers of the enrolling parent.

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.)
obtained work addresses and telephone numbers for the files
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The most current emergency contact information on file for child #2 lacks the address and phone number of all individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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.)
Updated emergency contact information to have every line filled out by the parent.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The last review/update of the emergency contact information on file for child #2, was not completed within the past six months. This is evidenced by the last review/update on file dated 5/10/24.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Had the parent update the emergency contact for the child.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 12 months between health reports on file for children #2 and 4, who are both of preschool age. This is evidenced by health reports on file for child #2 dated 11/20/23 and 12/9/24 and child #4 dated 9/6/23 and 11/7/24.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Had parent contact doctors office and received updated health report.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The current immunization record on file for child #1, contains 1 of 2 Hep A vaccinations according to the recommendations of the ACIP.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business by DATE of provider notification and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent has scheduled the appointment for the child's immunization. The child is on a delayed immunization schedule.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.131(d)(8) - Age appropriate screenings complete Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(8)

Description: Age appropriate screenings complete

Noncompliance Area: The most current health report on file for child #3, lacks a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have the parents reach out to the doctors office and verify they are doing the age appropriate screenings.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment on file for staff #9 lacks an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

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.)
Had staff member contact doctor and received results for the file.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #5 lacks two written, nonfamily references. The file for staff #8 lacks 1 written, nonfamily 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.)
staff members received references from non family members. Staff #5 no longer works at the facility.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: In the Preschool room, observed a pair of sharp scissors in a desk drawer which were accessible to the children. In the Preschool room, observed a hanging cord near the television and the television was free standing and could be pulled over by the children. In the Young Toddler room, observed a hanging cord near the air conditioner.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The drawer will be locked with a key and the children will not have access to it. the hanging cords will be secured to the wall. The television will be secured into the shelf. Hanging cord near air conditioner will be taped to the wall.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked a plan that provides accommodations for children with disabilities.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan will have accommodations for children with disabilities.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 12 months between emergency plan trainings on file for staff #2, 3, 4, 6, and 7. There is now current emergency plan trainings on file for staff #2, 3, 4, 6 and 7.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ensure staff does not go more than 12 months between emergency plan.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, lacked the Child Abuse clearance required by the CPSL on or before initial start date in a child care position. SEE IS CODE SHEET. This is evidenced by a volunteer Child Abuse clearance on file dated 3/29/24 and the Child Abuse clearance required by the CPSL on file dated 12/6/24. There were more than 60 months between NSOR clearances on file for staff #2. This is evidenced by NSOR clearances on file dated 11/6/19 and 12/4/24. The file for staff #4 lacks a Child Abuse clearance within the past 60 months. This is evidenced by the current Child Abuse clearance on file dated 10/14/19. SEE IS CODE SHEET. The file for staff 9 lacks an NSOR clearance. The file for staff #11 lacks the current disclosure statement required under the CPSL.

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 #4 and #9 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Director will keep up to date files to make sure clearances are up to date. Staff person #4 and #9 now have updated clearances. Staff person #4 and #9 did not work in a child care position until the clearances were received. All staff now have updated clearances and disclosures statements.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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 #5, who holds the title of aide, lacks verification of high school diploma. The file for staff #10, who holds the title of director, lacks 64.38 hours of child care experience. There is a bachelor's degree on file along with 30 credits in the human service field.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will obtain accurate documents for accurate titles of staff. Director obtained hours from previous employers and no longer lacks hours. Staff person #5 is no longer employed at the facility.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: In the Preschool room, observed an electrical outlet without a protective receptacle cover which was accessible to the taller preschool children in the room, and which was located behind the television.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The preschool room will obtain a protective cover.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: In the Main hallway, observed two areas of peeling paint.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The daycare will scrape and repaint the hallway.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: In the Rainforest Room, observed a sink which was lacking a handwashing sign.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The plan of correction is to print out a sign to remind staff to wash hands.
2024-12-30 Renewal 3270.92(a) - No portable space heaters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.92(a)

Description: No portable space heaters

Noncompliance Area: In the Preschool Room, observed a portable space heater which was in use.

Correction Required: Portable space heaters are not permitted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility will be removing the space heater.
2024-11-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(c)

Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

Noncompliance Area: A director is not employed by the facility and not present at the facility a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Community Christian Daycare is actively looking to fill the role of Daycare director. Once we hire a candidate with the proper credentials we will inform DHS once the candidate is able to be on site 30 hours a week in the Director position.
2024-09-06 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(c)

Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

Noncompliance Area: As of 9/9/24, a director is not employed by the facility and not present at the facility a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Someone was offered and accepted the Director position pending approval of qualitifcations. If she is not able to be director due to lack of verification hours and experience, then others who applied and are completely qualified with their hours having worked in schools and daycares before will be interviewed and offered the position.
2024-09-06 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76/3270.103 - Building Surfaces/Small Toys and Objects Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.103

Description: Building Surfaces/Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: On the outside play space wall, observed a cement ledge which was starting to crumble. There were pieces of the cement that were observed to be less than an inch on the floor of the deck. Children who are still placing objects in their mouths play in this space.

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. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The ledge that was weathered and crumbling was replaced with a newly poured cement piece on 9/12.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The most current emergency contact information on file for child #1 lacks the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents will complete a new form with the needed information on it.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The most current emergency contact information on file for child #1 lacks the home phone, home address and work address of the enrolling parent. The most current emergency contact information on file for child #2 lacks the work address and work phone of the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents will complete a new form with the needed information on it.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The most current emergency contact information on file for child #1, was not reviewed/updated within the past six months. This is evidenced by the most current review/update of 1/9/24.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new form was sent home to be completed with a note stating the code, a 10 day deadline, and explaining the child will not be permitted if it is not recieved by the deadline.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The most current health report on file for child #3, who is of preschool age, was not completed within the past 12 months

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent is having the doctor office fax over an updated health assessment form.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 24 months between health assessments on file for staff #3. This is evidenced by health assessment dates of 10/19/21 and 12/12/23.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff member completed a late health assessment.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacks signed parental consent for walking excursions.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The signature for consent from the parent for walking excursions was obtained.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for facility person #4 lacks emergency plan training within 90 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET>

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility person will be trained on our emergency plan before they are in a classroom again.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The CPR/FA training on file for staff #2, expired 8/2023 and new CPR/FA training was then taken on 5/2024 which was after the expiration date of the previous certificate.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff member recieved the proper CPR training course required by DHS as soon as it was next available in our area.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #4 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see IS code sheet).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person/facility person/volunteer # 4 will have 15 days from POC requested date to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person/facility person/volunteer #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person/facility person/volunteer #4-, staff person/facility person/volunteer #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility person will complete the mandated reporter training before they are in with children again.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 60 months between the previous and most current mandated reporter trainings on file for staff #1. This is evidenced by training dates of 6/25/28m and 9/4/23.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff member updated their mandated reporter training.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The disclosure statement on file for facility person #4 was not completed on or before initial start date in a child care position. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now a disclosure on file and dated 5/2/24. The file for facility person #4 lacks an NSOR.

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 #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The volunteer signed the disclosure statement upon noticing it was still needed.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In the Infant Room, observed that the safety latch under the sink was broken. Therefore, the toxic cleaning products under the sink were accessible to the children in care.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new baby lock was placed on the cabinet.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.76/3270.103 - Building Surfaces/Small Toys and Objects Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.103

Description: Building Surfaces/Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: On the outside play space wall, observed a cement ledge which was starting to crumble. There were pieces of the cement that were observed to be less than an inch on the floor of the deck. Children who are still placing objects in their mouths play in this space.

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. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The borough and management firm for the building have been notified of the issue and citation and asked to fix the ledge to prevent further crumbling. They plan on either removing the crumbling part and placing something in it's place or pouring a new cement ledge. The deck is swept as needed to get rid of the pieces laying on the deck.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: In the gym, observed 3 areas on the bottom of the wall and near the back side by the storage closed, with peeling paint and plaster.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will fill in the holes/missing plaster and paint over the spots.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The agreement on fie for child #4 was the original.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The original agreement was sent home and a copy was placed in the child's file.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The current emergency contact forms on file for children #1, #2, and #3 were reviewed and updated by a parent in writing more than 6 months after the prior review.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Forms were updated as soon as I noticed they were overdue. Files are now current.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.135(c) - Diapering area not used for food prep Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(c)

Description: Diapering area not used for food prep

Noncompliance Area: The sink used for handwashing after diapering in the infant room was used to wash utensils used for feeding and bottles. There was a crockpot used to heat bottles next to the sink.

Correction Required: The diapering area may not be used for food preparation or food service.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A portable sink will be purchased and placed near the diaper changing area in the baby room. This will allow separate sinks for handwashing and food preparation.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan does not include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency, as required by federal regulation.

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 Emergency plan will be updated to include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The TB test on file for Facility Person #5 was completed more than 12 months prior to their start date in a child care position.

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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new TB test was completed.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The most recent fire safety training completed by Facility Persons #1-#4 was completed more than 12 months after the prior documented fire safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire Safety training was completed in September of 2022, 2 months late. It will be completed again by September of 2023. Going forward it will be completed each September to ensure we do not go over the 12 month period.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The current mandated reporter training completed and documented on file for Facility Person #3 was completed more than 60 months after the previously completed mandated reporter training.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The updated mandated reporter training was completed and documented for facility person #3.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The agreements on file for children #1-#5 were the originals.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make copies to keep on file at the facility and send the original fee agreements home.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for child #4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will obtain written consent for emergency medical care for the child on the emergency contact form.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for child #4 did not include the health insurance policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have the child's parent write the insurance policy number on the emergency contact form.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for child #1 did not include the address of each release person listed.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have the parent/guardian fill in the complete addresses for each release person listed.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment on file for child #4, a young toddler, was completed more than 6 months after the previous health assessment on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An updated health assessment was received.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: The current health assessments on file for Facility Persons #1 and #2 were completed more than 24 months after their prior health assessments on file.

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.)
Updated health reports were recieved.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for toddlers.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will update the emergency plan to include accommodations for toddlers.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of an emergency drill conducted at the facility.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An emergency drill will be conducted and record of it will be kept at the facility.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The letter the sent to the parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include the information regarding the plan for a lockdown.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents will be sent home a new letter regarding updated emergency procedures which will include the plan for a lockdown.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The documentation on file indicating the plan was sent to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency did not include all required components.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will update the emergency plan with the required components and send it to the local municipality and county with verification that it was sent.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The disclosure statements on file for Facility Persons #3 and #4 were signed by the facility persons, but their signatures were not dated.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will both staff re-do the disclosure statements with signature and date.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: There was hand sanitizer on a table at the entrance to the facility. There was a hand sanitizer on a desk in the preschool room. There was a microban spray in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the toilet /restroom area in the preschool room.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hand sanitizer was moved out of a childs reach unto the top of shelves. The Microban spray was placed in a locked cabinet.
2022-06-10 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The documentation of smoke detector/fire alarm system testing on file indicates that testing was not complete at least every 30 days when tested on 10/11/21 and then next on 11/22/21.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Testing will be done every 30 days for the smoke alarm/fire detection system.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4)/3270.124(b)(7) - Arrival/departure times/Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The fee agreement on file for child #4 lacked a departure time. The emergency contact information on file for child #4 lacked the address of individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.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.)
I will get those today when she picks up. In the future, double check to make sure all areas are filled in properly.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than six months between the previous and most current and updated health assessment on file for child #3, who is a young toddler.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddlerA child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health assessment is now on file. In the future, keep track of my child information calendar.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 12 months in between the previous and most current and updated health assessments on file for child #2, who is of preschool age.

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.A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health assessment is now on file. In the future, keep track of my child information calendar.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 and #4 lacked verification of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Request from the parent. In the future, I will check their vaccinations every six months.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.165 - Menus Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility provides breakfast. However, the breakfast menu was not posted or provided to each family.

Correction Required: An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have it posted tomorrow. In the future, keep it posted.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, observed an infant bottle which lacked the label with the child's name.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will label them. In the future, check at arrival to make sure that all bottles are labeled.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the main entrance way, observed a heavy patio umbrella, approximately 7 feet tall, leaning right beside the front door. This umbrella could easily fall over on a child. In the Reef Room, observed a stapler remover, in an unlocked drawer and in reach of children with two sharp edges. These pose a threat to the health and safety of the children in care.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will move the umbrella and lay down in the side yard. Staff removed the stapler remover. Sharp objects or heavy items not secured will be out of reach of children.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(2) - Shelter/Evacuation Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan was missing pages and therefore lacked a plan that provides for shelter of children during an emergency including shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises and for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for shelter of children during an emergency including shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by 3270.94 (f) and (g) (relating to fire drills).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will redo the plan and include the missing pages. In the future, make all pages are included.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when arises/Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan was missing pages and therefore lacked for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will redo the plan and include the missing pages. In the future, make all pages are included.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 60 months in between mandated reporter trainings for staff #3. Mandated reporter training dates on file are 6/9/2015 and then 6/15/2020.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Training is now on file. Keep the dates on a checklist going forward.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, with child care start date of 6/4/2018, lacked verification of the National Sex Offender Registry certificate by 7/1/2020. There is now an NSOR on file and dated 7/8/2020. There was more than 60 months in between Child Abuse clearances for staff #4. Child Abuse clearance dates on file are 6/4/2015 and then 6/17/2020.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Clearances are now on file. I will keep track of dates on a checklist
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 12 months between staff evaluations for staff 2, 3, and 4. Staff evaluation dates are as follows; Staff #2 - 5/31/2019 and then 7/6/2020, Staff #3 - 6/3/2019 and then 7/13/2020, Staff #4 - 6/3/2019 and then 7/6/2020.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff evaluations are now on file. In the future, I will redo a checklist for everybody.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center was not posted near the telephone in the Reef Room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Move the numbers near the phone. In the future, make sure staff know to keep it there.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On the bottom right corner of the outside front entrance door frame, observed a six inch area of peeling paint.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have it sanded and repainted. In the future, check for peeling paint.
2020-06-29 Renewal 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 60 days in between fire drills. A fire drill was conducted on 10/21/2019 and then on 12/23/2019.

Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Facility persons and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill. Facility persons and children shall exit the building, weather permitting.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
They are now current. In the future, we are going to do them monthly.
2020-01-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacked a National Sex Offender Registry Certification on or before initial date in a child care position.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
There is now one on file. Going forward, they will have to have that certificate before they start with children.
2020-01-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Meadow Room, observed that the yellow lattice had a nail sticking out of the bottom of it.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will pound the nail in further. In the future, I will check it more frequently.
2020-01-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the hallway outside of the office, observed chipping paint on the baseboard. In the Reef room, observed chipping paint above the white storage drawers.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Sand the chipped area and repaint. In the future, we will check more frequently for paint chips.
2020-01-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 60 days in between fire drills. A fire drill was conducted on 10-21-2019 and then on 12-23-2019.

Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Facility persons and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill. Facility persons and children shall exit the building, weather permitting.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
There is current fire drill. From now on, we are going to try to do fire drills monthly.
2019-06-12 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information was not present in the infant room for child #1, who was observed receiving care in the space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact information was brought into the room. In the future, make sure that it is put in the room the day I get it.
2019-06-12 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #6, who is of preschool age, lacks a current health assessment within the past 12 months.

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.A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will ask her to get an updated assessment. In the future, I will be sure to check dates more closed.
2019-06-12 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most current health assessment on file for child #5 lacks a statement that 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.)
Will request from the parent. In the future, check to make sure that the statement is on the physicals.
2019-06-12 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most current immunization record on file for child #5, who is an older toddler, lacks verification of 2 Hep A and 2 Rotavirus vaccinations. The most current immunization record on file for children #3 and #4 lack verification of a flu shot within the past year as recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have her get the new paperwork. In the future, make watch dates more closely.
2019-06-12 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, observed Eucalyptus Chest Rub, Gas Relief Drops, and Infant Tylenol for child #2. Parental permission was not provided for Eucalyptus Chest Rub and Gas Relief Drops. Parental permission for the Infant Tylenol expired 2-28-2019.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Send the medication home. In the future, remind staff that parent's are to sign medication logs and keep on file.
2019-06-12 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most current health assessment on file for staff #2 lacks the results of the examination for communicable diseases.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Requesting the information from the doctor. In the future, I will double check the health assessments.

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