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Regulation: 3290.24(a)/3290.24(b)

Description: Emergency plan/Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection, the emergency plan was not updated.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan. The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility.

Regulation: 3290.24(d)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection, there was no proof of the current emergency drill.

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

Regulation: 3290.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 did not have proof of 12 hours of child care training.

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

Regulation: 3290.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, staff #2 and #3 had volunteer clearances that are not acceptable.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2,3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.

Regulation: 3290.106

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The thermometer in the refrigerator read 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

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.

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Provider did not have Shaken Baby policy or training on file at residence during the Renewal Inspection.

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

Regulation: 3290.24(g)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not provide the local municipality with a copy of the emergency plan.

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

Regulation: 3290.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: The backdoor was blocked by mop and bucket. The backyard stairway and outdoor area was obstructed by hazards such as bicycles and other hazards.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Regulation: 3290.95(a)

Description: System in compliance

Noncompliance Area: The Fire Extinguisher near the kitchen was last serviced on July 18, 2023, which is now expired.

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)).

Regulation: 3290.117(c)

Description: Vet's certificate required

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 there was not current rabies immunization on file for the pet at the facility during the inspection.

Correction Required: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 child # 1,2 and 3 were missing the child's admission dates located on the agreement form.

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

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 child file #1, and 2 emergency contact form were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Regulation: 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: Observed 1/17/2023 Child #1, 2 and 3 were missing a review and update on the emergency contact and agreement form for information at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

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

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)

Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 child #1, and 3 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 8/17/2022 (child #1), & 11/2/2022 (child#3). An updated health report is to be provided at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

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.

Regulation: 3290.131(c)

Description: Written and signed by physician, PA, CRNP.

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 Child #2 health assessment was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature did not include the individual's professional title.

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.

Regulation: 3290.131(e)(1)/3290.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: Parent written verification from Doctor./Religious belief/strong personal objection

Noncompliance Area: Observed On 12/27/2023 observed child # 2 file did not contain an exemption letter for the vaccination (influenza) not completed in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Regulation: 3290.151(a)

Description: Within 3 months, then 12 months

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 staff#2 were missing a health assessment in their file. A health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting and every 24 months thereafter.

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 on file at the facility.

Regulation: 3290.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 Staff #1&2 was missing 12 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training.

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

Regulation: 3290.31(g)(1)/3290.31(h)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Prevention and control of infectious diseases/Verification of professional development

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 staff #1 did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired or have taken the health and safety course prior to 10/4/2022. Staff #2 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire.

Correction Required: Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization) and the establishment of a grace period that allows homeless children and children in foster care to receive services under this subchapter while their families (including foster families) are taking necessary action to comply with immunization and other health and safety requirements. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date the professional development was completed. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (g) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.

Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 staff #2 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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.

Regulation: 3290.74(a)

Description: Requirements

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 the bathroom toilet was peeling paint, not free from visible hazard and in good repair.

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

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/27/2023 the fire detectors installed were not interconnected on hardwired that allow for communication between smoke alarms.

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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Regulation: 3290.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: Observed child cup without a label.

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

Regulation: 3290.22(b)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: Observed family child care home with no regulations posted or available for parents.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.