Little Explorers Daycare And Learning Center Llc

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Peeling paint was observed on the wall behind the toilet in the restroom located near the Pre-K Room.

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

Regulation: 3270.182(7)

Description: Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

Noncompliance Area: Through staff interviews, it was determined that on the morning of 7/18/25, Child #1 tripped and hit their head on a felt wall. The facility did not provide the parent with a written report of the injury on the day of the incident.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days as indicated by the following fire detection system testing logs that were on file: 8/1/2025 to 9/2/2025.

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.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)/3270.104(a)

Description: Clean and good repair/Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: The dramatic play center in the School Age Room was observed to have chipped wood and an exposed screw. A plastic red chair in the Pre-K Room was observed to have a chipped seat that posed a scratching hazard.

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. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Torn wallpaper was observed on the orange wall in the Pre-K Room. Chipping paint was observed on the purple steps in the Pre-K Room. Peeling paint was observed along the blue painted wall in the Young Toddler Room.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4)

Description: Hypothetical locations

Noncompliance Area: The fire drill log that was on file was observed to have the same hypothetical location of the fire (i.e. kitchen) for two consecutive fire drills that occurred on 5/24/24 and 6/24/24.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days as indicated by the following fire detection system logs that were on file: 5/24/24 to 6/24/24, 7/24/24 to 8/24/24, 8/24/24 to 9/24/24.

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.

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/17/24. In the infant room the pack n plays are not labeled with the children's name.

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.

Regulation: 3270.63

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/17/24. In the preschool playground, on the back fence, the fence is not attached to the pole and the children could easily crawl out of it.

Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/17/24. In the hallway near the bathroom there are water damaged ceiling tiles.

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.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 4/27/23 for the renewal inspection the inspector observed staff #1 working directly with children at the center. The file for staff #1 was subsequently reviewed and the file for staff #1 did not have a completed FBI clearance nor a completed Pa State Police clearance on file at the facility. This staff has been working over the 45-day provisional hire period.

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

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: There are exposed bolts located on the fence in the smaller play yard

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.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Child file #1 is missing the addresses of release persons listed on the emergency contact form

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.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 has been working at the facility beyond 45 days without having a PA criminal clearance on file. The control number document was on file but not the certification page with the official PA Clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until all required clearances are on file.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: There is a metal ladder located against the wall leading to the bathroom located to left of the preschool room

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.

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection occurred at the facility and a review of staff files was conducted. The amendments to the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was amended and eliminated the ability to hire staff on a provisional hire basis beginning 12/31/19. In order to continue hiring staff provisionally the legal entity was required to apply to the Department for a waiver. At the time of this inspection, the Legal Entity did not have an approved provisional hire waiver issued by the Department. Staff # 2 was hired as a provisional hire on 7/24/20. Staff # 2 was working at the facility during this inspection without having a completed FBI clearance or an NSOR clearance. The CPSL also requires that all newly hired staff completed within 90 days of their hire date, mandated reporter training. Staff # 1 had a hire date of 8/21/19 and did not complete mandated reporter training until 1/24/20. Staff # 1 was working during this inspection.

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

Noncompliance Area: On 1/10/20 an inspection occurred at the facility. It was observed that there was not an operable fire detection system. Staff # 7 stated the landlord replaced the ceiling tiles in the front and back of the building an never reinstalled the fire detection system. Wires were viewed hanging from the ceiling where the fire detection system should have been attached.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Demonstration of Compliance with 34 Pa. Code 403.23 is required. The agent of the Department will file a compliant with appropriate municipal office to request an additional fire safety inspection by the appropriate agency to very compliance with 34 Pa. Code 403.23 and per Chapter 20.35(c). The provider will contact the local building code official to determine what system is needed for the building and demonstrate an operable fire detection system to an agent of the department.

Noncompliance Area: An inspection occurred at the facility on 1/10/20. During the inspection, Staff # 7 stated that the hallway that leads to the kitchen is used for children to sit and wait while a staff person is in the kitchen cooking. The staff person who would be cooking would not be able to appropriately supervise the children in this hallway as the kitchen is a separate room. The kitchen is a separate room from this hallway. The hallway is also not an approved child care space within the facility for children to be receiving care while a staff is in the kitchen cooking. Staff # 7 stated this has been the procedure for staff and children during times of cooking.

Correction Required: Measured indoor space excludes space occupied by halls, bathrooms, offices, kitchens and locker rooms.

Noncompliance Area: An inspection occurred at the facility on 1/10/20. During the inspection, Staff # 7 stated that the hallway that leads to the kitchen is used for children to sit and wait while a staff person is in the kitchen cooking. The staff person who would be cooking would not be able to appropriately supervise the children in this hallway as the kitchen is a separate room. The kitchen is a separate room from this hallway. The hallway is also not an approved child care space within the facility for children to be receiving care while a staff is in the kitchen cooking. Staff # 7 indicated that staff could be at the stove cooking while the children would be seated in the hall. The door to the kitchen would be left open leaving the stove accessible to children. Staff # 7 stated this has been the procedure for staff and children during times of cooking since opening February 2017.

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.

Noncompliance Area: A complaint inspection began at the facility on 12/13/19. During the investigation, Staff # 7 stated that the hallway that leads to the kitchen is used for children to sit and wait while a staff person is in the kitchen cooking. The stove was not equipped with protective guards. The staff person who would be cooking would not be able to appropriately supervise the children in this hallway as the kitchen is a separate room. The kitchen is a separate room from this hallway. Staff # 7 stated this has been the procedure for staff and children during times of cooking.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Noncompliance Area: A complaint inspection began at the facility on 12/13/19. During the investigation, Staff # 2, # 3, # 4 and # 5 admitted to viewing Staff # 4 use physical discipline; such as 'pop' on the butt, arm grabbing or pushing a child into the cubbies. Staff # 2 and # 4 admitted to pulling children's arms if they began displaying negative behavior. Staff # 3 and Staff # 5 stated they saw Staff # 4 'popping' children on the butt as a form of punishment. Staff # 3 and # 5 indicated they saw Staff # 4 push a child in to the cubbies and told the child to get a f*ck*ing tissue.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff including management to receive a minimum of 2 hour, in person training regarding behavior management. The training must be PQAS certified and the legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

Noncompliance Area: A complaint inspection began at the facility on 12/13/19. During the investigation, Staff # 2, and # 3 admitted to cursing around the children. Staff # 4 admitted calling children a**h*les and Staff # 3 and Staff # 5 verified hearing Staff # 4 call children f*ck*ng a**h*les and babies. Staff # 2 admitted to belittling a child in front of other children after the child admitted to wetting his pants on purpose. Staff # 3 verified hearing this incident and stated Staff # 2 made all the kids stand in a circle and asked the children who did it. Staff # 3 said a child eventually admitted and Staff # 2 yelled at the child and said "you peed on my f*uck*ing carpet". Staff # 3 and Staff # 5 admitted to hearing Staff # 4 threaten to take her slipper off and hit a child with the slipper for the child acting out and these staff also heard Staff # 4 say to another child in the facility that they were not too young to get the slipper too if they did not begin to behave. Staff # 4 admitted to both of these incidents. Staff # 3 also stated they heard Staff # 4 come in to work and say that Staff # 4 did not want to be there and that they could "just kick the kids".

Correction Required: 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. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff, management and the legal entity to receive a minimum of 2 hours of in person training regarding the topic Looking Thru the Lens of Stress as an Educator. This training must be PQAS approved.

Noncompliance Area: On the date of this renewal inspection, a review of staff files was conducted. Staff file # 7 contained an Employee Discipline Form dated for 12/28/18. It indicated that on 12/27/18, Staff # 7 reviewed company policy which does not permit restraining or physically restricting a child in any way. Staff # 7 signed the policy indicating that they were aware of the policy and understood the policy. The Employee Discipline Form continued to say that after Staff # 7 signed the policy, they put a child in a restricting position (restricted in a pack n play) violating company policy and regulation. This form was written by Staff # 6 regarding and also signed by Staff # 7.

Correction Required: A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.

Noncompliance Area: On the date of this renewal inspection, a review of the facility's diaper changing procedure was monitored. Staff # 2 and Staff # 3 were viewed diapering children in the toddler area of the large room and this area did not contain a sink or source of running water for hand washing. Staff and children were unable to appropriately wash their hands.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Noncompliance Area: On the date of this renewal inspection, a review of the facility's diaper changing procedure was monitored. Staff # 2 and Staff # 3 were viewed diapering children in the toddler area of the large room. The diaper changing surface was not cleaned after each use.

Correction Required: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.

Noncompliance Area: On the date of this renewal inspection, a review of the infant room was conducted. During this time, Staff # 4 was viewed propping a bottle on a blanket to feed Child # 1 who is 3 months old. This child was not held while being fed but was in a swing instead. This staff after giving the child the bottle, proceeded to walk the room and care for other children.

Correction Required: An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.

Noncompliance Area: On the date of this inspection, renewal inspection occurred. A physical site review was conducted and in the outdoor play area, a Little Tikes Clever Climber Cut Loose was found. Per the instructions for mounting this piece of equipment, it indicates that this piece of equipment must be installed over an impact-absorbing surface. This play equipment was mounted over grass and not an impact-absorbing surface per mounting instructions. A review of staff files was also conducted. An Employee Discipline Form was found in Staff file # 5 file dated for 3/17/19 and written by Staff # 6. It stated that in the classroom Staff # 5 was working in, toys were found dirty and some with food ruminants on them. This same form also indicated that in this same area that Staff # 5 was working, 2 lighters were found accessible to children.

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

Noncompliance Area: On the date of this renewal inspection, a review of the facility's diaper changing procedure was monitored. Staff # 2 and Staff # 3 were viewed diapering children in the toddler area of the large room and this area did not contain a sink or source of running water for hand washing.

Correction Required: A sink shall be located in or near a toilet area. A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.

Noncompliance Area: On the date of this renewal inspection, a review of the facility's diaper changing procedure was monitored. Staff # 2 and Staff # 3 were viewed diapering children in the toddler area of the large room and this area did not contain a sink or source of running water for hand washing. Staff and children were unable to appropriately wash their hands.

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.

Noncompliance Area: On the date of this inspection, a physical site review was conducted. A cabinet was found in the hallway to the bathroom and kitchen that contained cleaning supplies. This cabinet's upper left side door's hardware had come undone and the door was not attached to the cabinet. The contents in this cabinet were in a area accessible to children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Noncompliance Area: On the date of this inspection, a review of the facility's fire drill log was conducted. Fire drills that occurred on 9/21/17 - 11/17/17 and 2/2/18 - 4/17/18 lapsed 60 days.

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.

Noncompliance Area: THERE ARE DISPOSABLE FORKS IN THE KITCHEN STRAINER THAT WERE WASHED AND LEFT TO DRY AFTER BEING USED.

Correction Required: Disposable cups, plates and eating utensils may be used if discarded after each use.

Noncompliance Area: THERE IS EXPIRED GERBER RICE CEREAL (EXPIRED 5/1/17) AND ENFAMIL FORMULA(EXPIRED 5/8/17) IN THE INFANT ROOM. THERE IS EXPIRED MILK IN THE KITCHEN REFRIGERATOR (EXPIRED 5/22/17).

Correction Required: Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.

Noncompliance Area: THE MENU IS NOT POSTED OR PROVIDED TO PARENTS AT THE FACILITY.

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

Noncompliance Area: INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTACTING THE APPROPRIATE REGIONAL DAY CARE OFFICE ARE NOT POSTED WITH THE FACILITY'S CERTIFICATE AND REGULATIONS.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

Noncompliance Area: STAFF MEMBER # 1 WAS NOT AT THE FACILITY DURING THE 5 HOUR INSPECTION. THERE IS NO PROOF OF THE DIRECTOR WORKING 30 HOURS WEEKLY AT THE FACILITY. THE DIRECTOR WAS NOT AVAILABLE TO SHOW PROOF OF THEIR ID.

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

Noncompliance Area: THERE IS TOXIC LYSOL ON A SHELF IN THE PRESCHOOL ROOM ACCESSIBLE TO THE CHILDREN.

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

Noncompliance Area: THE HOT WATER IN THE INFANT ROOM SINK IS 115 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.

Noncompliance Area: THE FIRST AID KIT IN THE INFANT ROOM HAS NO SOAP.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Noncompliance Area: THE WALL BORDER IN THE INFANT ROOM AND THE SCHOOL AGE ROOM IS PULLED AWAY FROM THE WALL.

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.

Noncompliance Area: THERE ARE NO DAILY SCHEDULES IN ANY ROOMS OF THE FACILITY.

Correction Required: A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.

Noncompliance Area: STAFF MEMBER # 1 HAS A HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND TB ON FILE THAT ARE MORE THAN A YEAR OLD AT TIME OF HIRE. STAFF MEMBER # 2 HIRED SINCE 2/15/17 HAS NO PHYSICAL ON FILE AND THEIR TB TEST HAS NOT BEEN READ. STAFF MEMBER # 4 HAS NO PHYSICAL OJN FILE AND HAS BEEN HIRED SINCE 2/24/17.

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.

Noncompliance Area: STAFF MEMBER # 3 HEALTH ASSESSMENT DOES NOT SAY THEY ARE SUITABLE TO WORK WITH CHILDREN.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include the physician`s or CRNP`s assessment of the person`s suitability to provide child care.

Noncompliance Area: STAFF MEMBERS # 1 & #4 DO NOT HAVE PROOF OF ID OR TELEPHONE NUMBERS IN THEIR FILES.

Correction Required: A facility person`s record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.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

Noncompliance Area: THERE IS A STEAK KNIFE IN THE KITCHEN STRAINER ACCESSIBLE TO THE CHILDREN.

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

Noncompliance Area: STAFF PERSON # 5 DOES NOT HAVE A COMPLETED CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE OR REQUEST ON FILE, DATE OF HIRE WAS 2/13/17.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person`s record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. STAFF MEMBER # 5 MUST BE REMOVED FROM CHILD CARE IMMEDIIATELY.

Noncompliance Area: STAFF PERSON # 6 LISTED AS THE FACILITY DIRECTOR DOES NOT HAVE COMPLETE PROOF OF EDUCATION ON FILE TO QUALIFY AS ANY OF THE QUALIFICATION LEVELS AS THE DIRECTOR.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at 3270.34(b)(1) - (4).

Noncompliance Area: NEITHER STAFF MEMEBER #2 OR # 4 HAVE PROOF OF A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED ON FILE TO QUALIFY AS ASSISTANT GROUP SUPERVISORS.STAFF MEMBERS # 2 & # 4 WERE THE ONLY STAFF PRESENT AT FACILITY UPON INSPECTORS ARRIVAL.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general education development certificate and have completed a post-secondary training curriculum described in 3270.31(c).A facility person`s record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: THERE ARE NO LIDDED GARBAGE CANS IN THE BATHROOMS.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Noncompliance Area: THE OUTDOOR PLAYSPACE HAS PICKERS AND STICKS COMING THROUGH THE FENCE IN MULTIPLE SPOTS MAKING THE SPACE UNSAFE FOR THE CHILDREN .

Correction Required: Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity.

Noncompliance Area: THE END OF THE SIDEWALK LEADING TO THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE WAS CLUTTERED WITH LEAVES.

Correction Required: Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, leaves, equipment and other hazards.

Noncompliance Area: TOXIC CLEANING SPRAYS WERE ON TOP OF THE CABINET SHELVES IN THE SCHOOL AGE AREA ACCESSIBLE TO THE CHILDREN.

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

Noncompliance Area: THE WATER TEMPERATURE IN BOTH BATHROOM SINKS EXCEEDED 110 DEGREES.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110 F.

Noncompliance Area: THE SHED IN THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE HAD WOOD PIECES AT THE BASE BROKEN AND SPLITTING.

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.