Cyert Center For Early Education
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Hours of Operation
- Monday7:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Tuesday7:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Wednesday7:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Thursday7:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Friday7:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-04-01 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: In the Young Toddler 2 Room, a bottle of Zyrtec for Child #1 was observed to have expired as of 2/2026. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medication was removed from the classroom, taken by the assistant director, and will be returned to parents today (4/1/2026). |
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| 2026-04-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: In the Prekindergarten Room, a stapler was observed on a shelf near the art supplies and was accessible to the preschool age in care. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member moved the stapler to a locked cabinet. |
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| 2026-04-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: In the Piazza, a grey 3-outlet indoor extension cord located taped to the wall underneath the animal painting and was accessible to children 5 years of age or younger, was observed to lack 1 protective outlet cover. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member put an outlet cover on the one exposed outlet on the indoor extension cord. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(f) Description: 2 feet apart Noncompliance Area: At approximately 2:15pm in the Pre-Kindergarten Room, during naptime, the following mats were observed to not have at least 2ft of space on 3 sides while in use: in the front right of the room three toddlers were observed sleeping on mats that were placed approximately 1 foot 3 inches from each other and two of those mats were approximately 6 inches from a couch and the other mat was approximately 5 inches from a shelving unit. Another mat, used by a sleeping toddler was observed placed approximately 1 foot 3 inches from those three other mats in use. In the back left area of the room, 4 toddlers were observed sleeping on mats that were placed approximately 1 foot 3 inches to 1 foot 7 inches from each other on two sides and approximately 2 inches to 5 inches away from a shelving unit. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff in impacted areas moved mats to be placed two feet of space on three sides. In the Preschool classroom this required moving 5-6 children to the Piazza space at quiet time. Mat charts were created for all classrooms that needed support in maintaining consistent compliance with mat spacing. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: At approximately 2:45pm in the Pre-K Kdg Classroom B, during naptime, where staff was positioned in the room they could not adequately supervise four of the napping children due to a furniture obstructing the Staff's ability to see and assess those children who were napping. Correction Required: TIERED LIS: 1.) 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. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2.) The operator will develop a layout of the room for naptime to include positioning of stationary staff, furniture placement, the divider and movement (if necessary) and spacing of rest equipment. This layout must allow for all staff in the room to see, hear, direct and assess each child in the room. The operator shall provide a date for when this training will be completed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) 1) 10/21/25 - Another staff member entered the room and was able to supervise those children blocked by furniture. 2) 11/24/2025 - Staff created a mat chart to ensure children can be supervised, within eyesight of staff, at all times. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #2 through #9 were observed to contain updated child service reports that were not provided to the parent every 6 months; parents were given the reports in August 2025 and January 2025. Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The program provided child service reports (Ounce Scale or Work Sampling Summary Reports) to all enrolled families August 2025. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6) Description: Admission date Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #1 contained a current financial agreement form that was observed to lack the child's admission date. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The admission date for Child #1 was added to their financial agreement on 10/22/25. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-Kindergarten Room, a bottle of Zyrtec labeled for Child #10, was observed to lack signed parental consent for administration of the medication. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medication for Child #10 was not given to the child, and the parent signed the parental consent for administration of the medication that same day. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #3 contained current mandated reporter training dated 1/21/25 which was not renewed within 60 months from the previously existing mandated reporter certificate dated 1/20/20. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #3 completed the mandated reporter training on 1/20/20. Her current Mandated Reporter training certificate is in her file. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #1 contained a current Child Abuse clearance dated 7/25/24 which was not renewed within 60 months of the previously dated 7/8/19 Child Abuse clearance expiring. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 renewed the Child Abuse clearance on 7/25/24. Her current Child Abuse clearance documentation is in her file. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.61(h) - Exceeding Capacity | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61(h) Description: Exceeding Capacity Noncompliance Area: At approximately 11:20am, after transitioning from the outside play space into the Preschool room that has an assigned capacity of 15, it was observed that 3 staff and 19 preschool age children were present in the space for approximately 25 minutes. Therefore, the capacity was exceeded by 4 children. Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded except in situations described in § 3270.61(h)(1-3) |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Director Team reviewed expectations for maintaining indoor capacity when the posted schedule needs revision due to inclement weather. A daily schedule for the Piazza was created, and outlines ample time when the Preschool classroom can use the Piazza to avoid overpopulation in the classroom. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.69(b) Description: 110º F or less Noncompliance Area: When tested the hot water coming from the sink in the Young Toddler 2 Room which is used by the children in care to wash their hands, and a sink in Pre K Kdg Room that is accessible to the children in care both tested at 122° F. Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Young Toddler 2 and Prek/Kindergarten classrooms were instructed not to use the sinks for children's handwashing and the hot water handle was disabled. Additionally, a work order was submitted to CMU Facilities Maintenance to replace the faucets with ones that have mixer valves, wherein water temperature can be capped at under 110 ° F. |
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| 2024-10-09 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: In the Kitchen Equipment Room, the thermometer screen on one of the refrigerators was observed to not display a numerical internal temperature. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The refrigerator now has an operating thermometer inside of the refrigerator in addition to the numerical screen. The Head Cook placed the thermometer in the refrigerator on 10/09/2024 and it has consistently been at 45° or below. |
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| 2024-10-09 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #1, who was a young toddler at the time, was observed to contain health reports that were conducted more than 6 months apart; those health report dates are dated 7/11/23 and 7/19/22. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child's health reports are now current. He is two years of age now and has health reports dated 7/11/2023 and 6/27/2024. |
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| 2024-10-09 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: An annual emergency drill was observed to be conducted on 7/1/24 which was more than 12 months after the previously documented emergency drill dated 6/26/23. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The annual emergency drill date is now current, as the center had an emergency drill within the past calendar year (7/1/2024). |
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| 2024-10-09 | Renewal | 3270.61(h)(2)(i)/3270.61(h)(2)(ii) - No more than two 1/2 hour time periods daily/Designated on facility schedule | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61(h)(2)(i)/3270.61(h)(2)(ii) Description: No more than two 1/2 hour time periods daily/Designated on facility schedule Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:30am, during a program activity in the PS 1 room, capacity was observed to be exceeded by 1 child and the time period was not designated on the facility's daily schedule. At approximately 10:35am, during a program activity in the PS 2 room, capacity was observed to be exceeded by 2 children and the time period of exceeding capacity was not designated on the facility's daily schedule. Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may be exceeded for no more than two separate 1/2 hour time periods daily when older toddler, preschool or school-age children are participating in a program activity. When the number of older toddler, preschool or school-age children participating in a program activity exceeds the capacity of the child care space each time period shall be designated on the facility's schedule of daily activities. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Preschool 1 and Preschool 2 written daily schedules are now updated to include the two 1/2 hour time periods daily when the number of children in the space may exceed the capacity of the classroom. The classrooms' revised daily schedules are posted outside of the classrooms. The classrooms will not exceed capacity at any other times of day. |
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| 2024-10-09 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: In the Piazza Room, three ceiling tiles were observed to have water damage from a previous water leak that has since been repaired. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The three ceiling tiles are now in good repair, having been replaced on 10/11/2024. |
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| 2024-09-20 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: According to Interviews, On 9/11/24 at approximately 4:53 staff person #1 and staff person #2 were supervising 9 older toddlers in the piazza. At around this time a parent came through the Piazza and asked staff person #1 where the restroom was and then staff person #1 (who was responsible for the child Luna) continued to play with another child. This is when the child Luna was returned to their group around 4:55 after she had snuck out the front door behind the parent who was entering the space. The child was left unsupervised for approximately 2 minutes when she left the piazza and then the building. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We immediately made and implemented a plan to have the front desk supervised at all times during hours of operation (7:30AM - 6:00 PM). Two gates were ordered and installed; one between the piazza and the entryway, and one between the hallway to younger classrooms and the entryway. Parent communications went out reminding parents to make sure the ADA automatic door has closed before they leave the entryway. These steps were taken in addition to the steps outlined in Violation #1's POC (We had an immediate meeting with Staff Person #1 to receive his accounting about what happened and review expectations for supervision of older toddlers, while the group of children were returned to the classroom. Staff Person #1 received a formal written warning to address the lapse in child supervision, and was informed that any further incidents of this nature could result in additional formal disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Staff Persons #1 and #2 each received training the following day regarding supervision systems and methods. The Older Toddler team underwent unannounced safety, supervision, and ratios checks by the director and assistant director in September, October, and November.) |
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| 2024-09-20 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: According to Interviews, On 9/11/24 at approximately 4:53 staff person #1 and staff person #2 were supervising 9 older toddlers in the piazza. At around this time a parent came through the Piazza and asked staff person #1 where the restroom was and then staff person #1 (who was responsible for the child Luna) continued to play with another child. This is when the child Luna was returned to their group around 4:55 after she had snuck out the front door behind the parent who was entering the space. The child was left unsupervised for approximately 2 minutes when she left the piazza and then the building. Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We had an immediate meeting with Staff Person #1 to receive his accounting about what happened and review expectations for supervision of older toddlers, while the group of children were returned to the classroom. Once in the classroom, we collected supervision cards and redistributed them to staff, ensuring they understood exactly who they were supervising and where those children were in the classroom. These steps were taken in addition to the steps outlined in Violation #1's POC (Staff Person #1 received a formal written warning to address the lapse in child supervision, and was informed that any further incidents of this nature could result in additional formal disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Staff Persons #1 and #2 each received training the following day regarding supervision systems and methods. The Older Toddler team underwent unannounced safety, supervision, and ratios checks by the director and assistant director in September, October, and November.) |
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| 2024-09-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #2 did not contain the Pa. Health and Safety update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12.30.22, as per Announcement C-22-06. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We had Staff Person #2 complete the correct PA Health and Safety training (2022 updated version), as the one she completed by mistake had been the prior version of the training. |
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| 2024-09-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.151(c)(1) - Physical examination | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1) Description: Physical examination Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for staff person #1 had the box checked that stated there had been no physical exam completed. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff Person #1's original health assessment was incorrectly completed by the physician, but he went back to the physician and had a new health assessment completed and the new form is on file (completion date 09/26/2024). |
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| 2024-09-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality. It was completed 5/6/24. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff Person #1's PA Health and Safety training (2022 updated version) was completed late but is updated and on file now (completion date 5/6/2024). |
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| 2024-09-20 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.51 Description: Similar Age Level Noncompliance Area: According to Interviews, On 9/11/24 at approximately 4:53 staff person #1 and staff person #2 were supervising 9 older toddlers in the piazza. At around this time a parent came through the Piazza and asked staff person #1 where the restroom was and then staff person #1 (who was responsible for the child Luna) continued to play with another child. This is when the child Luna was returned to their group around 4:55 after she had snuck out the front door behind the parent who was entering the space. The child was left unsupervised for approximately 2 minutes when she left the piazza and then the building. Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We had an immediate meeting with Staff Person #1 to receive his accounting about what happened and review expectations for supervision of older toddlers, while the group of children were returned to the classroom. Staff Person #1 received a formal written warning to address the lapse in child supervision, and was informed that any further incidents of this nature could result in additional formal disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Staff Persons #1 and #2 each received training the following day regarding supervision systems and methods. The Older Toddler team underwent unannounced safety, supervision, and ratios checks by the director and assistant director throughout the following months. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed a boppy pillow in the first infant room which had a torn seam exposing the inner lining. Observed in the older toddler room, a diaper changing pad which had several small holes. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Boppy pillow in the first infant room was mended by a staff member on 10/09/2023. Older toddler room diaper changing pad was replaced with a new pad on 10/09/2023. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed the infant refrigerator did not have an operating thermometer. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) An operating thermometer was moved from the freezer to the refrigerator of the same appliance on 10/05/2023 during the licensing visit. A new thermometer was brought in for the freezer. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed child file #1, 2, and 3 contained most recent health assessments which were dated more than 15 months ago. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The families of children #1, #2, and #3 were contacted on 10/05/2023 for updated health assessments. Updated health assessments for each child were submitted to the program by 10/11/2023. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed an expired epi-pen in the older toddler medication lock box. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The expired epinephrine auto-injector was returned to the family on 10/05/2023 for disposal. The family provided an epinephrine auto-injector on 10/13/2023 that has not expired. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.133(7) - Medication log | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7) Description: Medication log Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed in the toddler two room, saline spray stored in the medication lock box did not have an established medication log. Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The YT educators created a medication log for the saline spray and made sure the accompanying medication form is correctly completed. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed the diaper changing station did not have a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A small, lidded, hands-free trash can has been added to the classroom. It is stored in the bathroom when not in use, and placed next to the changing table when in use. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: On 10/11/23 observed staff file #2 and #3 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #2 had a health assessment on 10/15/2022, and staff person #3 had a health assessment on 05/24/2023. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed an unlocked drawer which contained a sharp knife. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The drawer was locked on 10/05/2023 during the licensing visit. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: On 10/11/23 observed staff file #4 and #5 contained documentation of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was completed more than 90 days after their first day working in a childcare position. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #4 and staff person #5 both completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED training on 03/10/2023. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.35(b)(1) - Bachelor's | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.35(b)(1) Description: Bachelor's Noncompliance Area: On 10/11/23 observed staff file #1, did not contain documentation of a bachelor's degree in an accepted human services field. Correction Required: A group supervisor shall have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 provided the program with an updated copy of her college transcript, which indicates she earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied developmental Psychology from University of Pittsburgh School of Education in April of 2023. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed a string of plugged in decorative lights, in the piazza area, which did not have a protective receptacle cover for the electrical outlet on the lights. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) An outlet cover was placed in the electrical outlet on the string of decorative lights on 10/05/2023 during the licensing visit. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed two tubes of sunscreen, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in the infant cubby area. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The two tubes of sunscreen were removed from the cubbies on 10/05/2023 during the licensing visit, and taken to the classroom for labeling and proper storage. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.67(d) Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed on a wall shelf, a trash can for used tissues which did not have a lid. Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A small lidded trash can was purchased for the shelf. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed the preschool two room and the pre-k room first aid kits did not contain sterile gauze. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Sterile gauze was purchased and delivered to the classrooms. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed a spot of frayed carpet in the first infant room. Observed multiple spots of frayed carpet in the second infant room. Observed a peeling plastic cover on a table in the second infant room. Observed a spot of peeling contact paper/tape in the toddler 2 room. Observed a detached cord cover in the preschool hallway. Observed a loose cubby door in the older toddler room. Observed in the pre-k room an exposed nail head in the quiet area. Observed the ceiling and wall vents throughout the facility needed to be cleaned. Observed splintering wood on the storage shed in the outdoor play area. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Frayed carpet tile in the infant front room was replaced. Frayed carpet in the infant second room was trimmed.The peeling plastic cover in the infant second room was repaired. The peeling contact paper/tape covering foamedging in the toddler 2 room will be replaced on 10/23/23. The detached cord cover in secondary piazza will be reattached 10/23/23. The hinge on the loose cubby door in the OT was tightened on 10/10/23, and a work order was placed for a more permanent fix. PreK/K repaired the exposed nail head. Air vents throughout the school were cleaned on 10/07/2023. Metal grates beneath vents will be cleaned 10/21/2023. The storage shed with splintering wood on the older cluster playground was repaired on 10/13/2023. The wooden boards were secured over problem areas. There were areas which needed further work and will be addressed during the week of 10/23/2023. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed peeling paint on the storage sheds in the outdoor play area. Observed peeling paint in the quiet area of the pre-k room. Observed peeling paint by the white rocker chair in the preschool hallway. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Peeling paint on sheds was sanded and painted. Peeling paint was sanded and repainted in PreK/K room. Peeling paint by the white rocker chair in the preschool hallway was sanded and painted. |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: On 10/5/23 observed the annual fire system inspection report was completed more than 12 months after the previous inspection report. The previous inspection report was dated 8/9/22 and the most recent inspection report is dated 10/3/23. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The annual fire system inspection report was completed on 10/03/2023. |
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| 2023-05-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: There were 26 veteran staff, hired before 10/4/22, that had not completed the one hour health and safety training update at the time of the inspection. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff have completed the one-hour health and safety training. Documentation has been emailed to the certification representative. |
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| 2023-05-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: The the staff bathroom in the hallway outside of the toddler classrooms was unlocked and there was a bottle of Nivea Intense Healing Lotion on a low shelf, making it accessible to children in care. The directions included instructions to keep out of the reach of children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In addition to child-safe locks on the outside of the bathroom doors, signage was placed on each door about closing and locking doors, an announcement was made in the staff weekly update with a reminder to close and lock doors, and the pedagogical team reminded all staff to close and lock the bathroom doors. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: There were a few small tears in the set of vinyl blocks in the young toddler 1 room. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The vinyl blocks with small tears were removed from the YT classroom and thrown away. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5) Description: Designated release persons Noncompliance Area: The agreements in the file for children #2 through #10 did not list the names of the release persons. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parents of children #2 through #10 were contacted for the names of the persons to whom the children may be released, and those names were added to the contracts. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #4 did not include a work phone number or a complete work address for the child's mother, as there was not a city or zip code listed. The emergency contact information in the file for child #7 through #10 did not include a work phone number for the child's mother, Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent of child #4 was contacted and the emergency contact form was updated with appropriate information. The parents of children #7 through #10 were contacted and the emergency contact forms were updated with the appropriate information. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #3 did not include a city or zip code for either release person. The emergency contact information in the file for child #4 did not include a city or zip code for any of the release persons. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent of child #3 was contacted and the emergency contact form was updated with appropriate information. The parent of child #4 was contacted and the emergency contact form was updated with appropriate information. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The most recent health report in the file for child #9, an older toddler was not dated, so timeliness could not be assessed. The previous health report was dated 10/15/21. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parents of child #9 provided a health report dated 12/15/2022 and it is in her file. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(c) - Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(c) Description: Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP Noncompliance Area: The most recent health report in the file for child #9 did not include a signature or title of the individual who completed the form. Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parents of child #9 provided a health report dated 12/15/2022 which includes the signature and title of the provider who completed the form. The form is in her file. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: In the preschool 2 room, there was an expired inhaler for child #1. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The expired inhaler of child #1 was sent home on 10/20/2022. A new inhaler (which has not expired) was provided to the center. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include information on identifying and preventing child maltreatment. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We have added information regarding the identification and prevention of child maltreatment to our shaken baby syndrome policy. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The last two health assessments in the file for staff person #1 were dated 8/31/20 and 9/21/22. The only health assessment in the file for staff person #6 was dated 9/8/20. The only health assessment in the file for staff person #9 was dated after they began working with children. The last two health assessments in the file for staff person #12 were dated 9/11/19 and 9/15/21. The last two health assessments in the file for staff person #13 were dated 8/22/19 and 4/24/22. The last two health assessments in the file foer staff person #16 were dated 3/3/20 and 4/8/22. The last two health assessments in the file for staff person #17 were dated 7/30/18 and 9/19/21. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person # 1 The current health assessment for staff person #1 is dated 09/15/2021 and is in her file. Staff person #6 The current health assessment for staff person #6 is dated 10/22/2022 and is in her file. Staff person #9 The current health assessment for staff person #9 is dated 07/20/2022 and is in her file. Staff Person #12 The current health assessment for staff person #12 is dated 9/15/21 and is in her file. Staff person #13 The current health assessment for staff person #12 is dated 04/24/22 and is in his file. Staff person #16 The current health assessment for staff person #12 is dated 04/08/22 and is in her file. Staff person #17 The current health assessment for staff person #12 is dated 09/19/21 and is in her file. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.151(b) - Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(b) Description: Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP Noncompliance Area: The only health assessment in the file for staff person #3 was signed by an individual whose title was marked as "DNP." Correction Required: A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #3 took their health assessment back to their health care professionals office and had it signed by an MD. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 included the results of a chest xray, but did not include a TB screening. The TB screening in the file for staff person #9 was dated after they began working with children. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #2 returned to his health care provider for a TB test, and the health form was appropriately completed with the Tb tests and reading dates. Staff person #9 has her TB test result in the file. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #10 included one letter of reference. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #10 provided the Cyert Center with a second letter of recommendation on 10/24/2022. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: The last two FA/CPR trainings in the file for staff person #15 were dated 8/14/19 and 9/15/21. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility person #15 received her Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED training on 09/15/2021. Her current certificate is in her file. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: The FA/CPR training in the file for staff person #5 was dated 9/18/22, which was beyond the first 90 days working with children. Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: FA/CPR. The FA/CPR training in the file for staff person #18 was dated 5/22/22, which was beyond the first 90 days working with children. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 will have until 1/5/22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #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 available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility person #4 completed the Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED course on 10/21/2022. She received the course certificate on 11/08/2022 and it is now in her file. Facility person #5 completed the Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED course on 09/18/2022. The course certificate is now in her file. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The last two Mandated Reporter training in the file for staff person #12 were dated 1/7/17 and 8/17/22. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility person #12 completed the Mandated Reporter training on 08/17/2022. Her current Mandated Reporter training certificate is in her file. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The disclosure statement in the file for staff person #3, #4, #7, #8 and #14 did not include the date the form was signed, therefore, timeliness could not be verified. The last two state police clearances in the file for staff person #11 were dated 9/10/15 and 9/21/21. The FBI and State Police clearance in the file for staff person #8 listed a charge on the rap sheet for which there was no disposition. 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 #3, #4, #7, #8 and #14 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The disclosure statements for staff persons #3, #4, #7, #8, and #14 were each signed by 10/28/2022 and placed in the staff persons¿ files. Staff person #11 received the state police clearance on 09/21/2021 and that her current state police clearance is in her file. Staff person #8, provided the program with proof of disposition on 10/21/2022, which included the court order, and driving suspension and restoration documentation. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: In the preschool 2 room, there was triple paste medicated ointment and vaseline on a shelf in the bathroom that was accessible to children. There was a container of disinfecting wipes in the staff bathroom, which was unlocked at the time and in the same wing as child care space. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Preschool 2 classroom educators move the Triple Paste Ointment and Vaseline on a high shelf, out of the reach of children. Each staff bathroom now has child proof Door Lever Locks mounted at the door handle to prevent children from entering the adult bathrooms. All adult bathroom doors are kept closed, with lever lock engaged. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.71 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.71 Description: Heat Source Noncompliance Area: The facility's kitchen door was unlocked and ajar, making the stove accessible to the children in care at the time. There are child care spaces immediately outside the kitchen. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The two kitchen doors now have child proof Door Lever Locks mounted at the door handle to prevent children from entering the kitchen. Both kitchen doors are kept closed, with lever lock engaged. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: In the older toddler room, there were two sinks and only one handwashing sign. In both the preschool 1 and 2 rooms, 2 toilets did not have handwashing signs. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Handwashing signs were made on 10/20/2022 and added to the bathrooms of OT, Pre1, and Pre 2. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4) Description: Hypothetical locations Noncompliance Area: The fire drills documented on the log for March and April 2022 listed the hypothetical location for both as "upstairs." Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The designated staff person has begun rotating the hypothetical locations of the fire to different locations around the facility. |
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| 2021-10-29 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #1 and #3 does not include the child's arrival and departure times. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Cyert Center notified parents on 11/09/21 and the parents of Child #1 and Child #3 added the arrival and departure time for their children onto the agreement. |
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| 2021-10-29 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The 2 most recent influenza vaccinations on file for Child #1 are dated 10/9/19 and 10/5/21, more than 1 year apart. The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is 19 months old, includes 3 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccinations recommended for a child this age. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Cyert Center notified parents on 11/09/21 and the parents of Child #1 and they returned the form that verified the child received a flu shot. The parents of Child #2 were notified and they contacted the pediatrician's office who verified that they forgot to give the child the shot at his annual visit. The parents immediately schedule an appointment and the child received his pneumococcal vaccine. They returned the form. It was added to his file and sent to the certification rep for review. |
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| 2021-10-29 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: There was a tube of Cortizone in the Older Toddler room labeled for use of a child without written parental permission to administer. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Cyert Center removed the Cortizone Cream immediately from the classroom notified parents on 11/09/21 that a written parental permission to administer the cortisone cream needed to be filled out. The parents completed the form and the cream was returned to the classroom and the form is now on file. |
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| 2021-10-29 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #1 are dated 7/24/19 and 9/14/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #2 are dated 9/11/19 and 9/15/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #3 are dated 3/7/19 and 10/11/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #4 are dated 6/1719 and 7/22/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #5 are dated 9/27/19 and 9/28/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #6 are dated 7/31/19 and 9/22/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #7 are dated 6/3/19 and 6/7/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #8 are dated 9/7/18 and 9/30/20, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #9 are dated 8/30/18and 10/7/20 more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #10 are dated 10/12/19 and 10/24/21, more than 24 months apart. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Cyert Center informed educators and staff that all health assessments cannot be more than 24 months apart. Long-term corrections have been put into place to keep everyone current moving forward. |
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| 2021-10-29 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have verification of notifying parents how to access Chapter 3270 child care center regulations electronically. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Cyert Center electronically notified parents on 11/11/21 in our Weekly Update Parent Email. The email included information on how to access the regulations electronically and instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care offices. |
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| 2021-10-29 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The 2 most recent pediatric first aid/CPR certifications on file for Staff person #2 are dated 8/14/19 and 9/25/21. The 2 most recent pediatric first aid/CPR certifications on file for Staff person #3 are dated 3/15/19 and 4/3/21. The 2 most recent pediatric first aid/CPR certifications on file for Staff person #5 are dated 8/14/19 and 9/15/21. The 2 most recent pediatric first aid/CPR certifications on file for Staff person #6 are dated 8/14/19 and 9/15/21. The 2 most recent pediatric first aid/CPR certifications on file for Staff person #2 are dated 8/14/18 and 9/15/21. Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Cyert Center informed educators and staff that all pediatric first aid and CPR training must be renewed on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Files were reviewed to understand who had not updated their certification and a class was scheduled to correct the error. Long-term corrections have been put into place to keep everyone current moving forward. All staff have current certification on file. |
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| 2021-10-29 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The 2 most recent criminal history clearances on file for Staff person #3 are dated 5/11/16 and 9/20/21, more than 60 months apart. The 2 most recent child abuse clearances on file for Staff person #3 are dated 6/5/16 and 9/23/21, more than 60 months apart.The 2 most recent FBI clearances on file for Staff person #3 are dated 6/29/16 and 9/23/21, more than 60 months apart. The NSOR on file for Staff person #3 is dated 7/15/20, after the due date of 7/1/20, as per CPSL.The NSOR on file for Staff person #6 is dated 9/17/20, after the due date of 7/1/20, as per 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All educators and staff were reminded that the required clearances must be updated within a 60-month timeframe. Files were reviewed to understand who had not updated their clearance forms and steps were taken immediately to apply for updated criminal history, child abuse and FBI clearances. The NSOR clearance was added to the file. Long-term corrections have been put into place to keep everyone current moving forward. |
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| 2021-10-29 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #11, with a hire date of 8/23/21, and who lived in Virginia in the 5 years prior to hire, does not include verification of a criminal history, child abuse, or sex offender clearance from Virginia, or proof of application prior to hire. 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 #11 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility person #11 was removed from the classroom and work in her childcare position at the Cyert Center until the VA. Clearances could be obtained. Staff person #11 worked with the Cyert Center director to investigate the process for obtaining the VA clearances and apply for VA Child Abuse, State Police and Child Sexual Abuse clearances. Applications were mailed on 11/10/21 and were tracked along the way. The VA State Clearances were email to the DHS certification representative as soon as they were received. |
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| 2021-10-29 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The 2 most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #4 are dated May 2019 and May 2021. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The May 2020 written review did not take place because the center was closed because of COVID-19 and then the staff member was furloughed until August of 2020. A review was not conducted upon return to the program. |
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