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Dorothy Rodriguez

Lancaster, PA · Lancaster County
Stevens Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602
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Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (717) 945-7154
Stevens Ave
Lancaster, PA 17602
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00258854
License Issued
Jun 5, 2026
Active Through
Dec 5, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 10

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About the Provider

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DOROTHY RODRIGUEZ is a Family Child Care in LANCASTER PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday12:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Tuesday12:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Wednesday12:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Thursday12:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Friday12:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Saturday 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Sunday 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-31 Renewal 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation showed that Staff #1 had a current NSOR clearance dated 3/23/21, which was more than 60 months old.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
NSOR application was printed, filled out and sent on 3/31/26. Results received 4/9/26, filed and sent to cert rep. No children were in care during the clearance lapse.
2026-03-31 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, a test of the fire detection system was conducted. The interconnected smoke alarms did not sound an alarm. One of the devices was not operable or installed. A second, installed device appeared to be attempting to connect to other devices. The third device upstairs, did not sound when the test was conducted. Documentation showing that the fire system test had been tested every 30 days was not available. The last documented test of the fire system was 12/1/25.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider contacted the store where original product was purchased and a replacement was obtained. Devise installed. Confirmed to be operable - 5/8/26.
2025-07-30 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.94(a)(1)/3290.95(b) - Every 60 days/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)/3290.95(b)

Description: Every 60 days/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: There is no documentation that fire drills have been conducted at least once every 60 days. There is no documentation that the fire detection system is being tested at least every 30 days. The last documented fire drill and testing of the fire system was dated. 4/4/25. (The fire detection system was tested during the inspection).

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drills will be conducted at least every 60 days. The fire detection system will be tested at least every 30 days. (tested the smoke detectors during the inspection).
2025-03-10 Renewal 3290.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the diaper changing pad had two tears with the foam exposed.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The diaper changing pad will be replaced with a new one.
2025-03-10 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Child #1's emergency contact information did not include the enrolling parent's work address and work telephone number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1's emergency contact information will include the enrolling parent's work address and telephone number.
2025-03-10 Renewal 3290.151(a)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.151(a)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's time between health assessments exceeded the permitted every 24 months' timeframe.(1/18/23, 2/10/25).

Correction Required: A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
There will be no more than 24 months between staff person health assessments.
2024-03-13 Renewal 3290.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that rocks which are smaller than 1 inch diameter are accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths in the enclosed front yard which children use for outdoor play/activities.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The front part of the house is not part of the daycare. daycare children do not play on the front part of the house. Inspector never asked provider about the front area. The small rocks will be removed and turf will be put in its place.
2024-03-13 Renewal 3290.113(f)(1) - Supervision of children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.113(f)(1)

Description: Supervision of children

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the provider has no device or method to supervise the children in care for brief periods of time required to perform a specific task (ie staff restroom, or preparing a quick snack for children).

Correction Required: Supervision by a device or method pursuant to subsection (f) is permitted only for a reasonable period of time necessary for the operator to perform the specific task.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider purchased a camera that will allowed her observed the children to completed any specific task.
2024-03-13 Renewal 3290.121(b) - Given parents in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.121(b)

Description: Given parents in writing

Noncompliance Area: At the time of enrollment, parents did not receive in writing, Clothing, Supervision, Dismissal, and Transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Correction Required: At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent received the parent handbook with information regards clothing, supervision, dismissal. It also have the transportation and pick up arrangements policy.
2024-03-13 Renewal 3290.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The parents of children #1, #2, and #3 did not receive the original agreement of their child. Original agreements were in children's files.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
During enrollment all parents get a copy of the paperwork and provider keep a copy. Both provider and parent get a original copy sign by parent and provider Provider copy will be written on the agreement in the children's file.
2024-03-13 Renewal 3290.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)

Description: Within 60 days

Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment for child #2 was not received within the first 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Initial health assessment dated 2/27/24. SEE CODE SHEET

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure parents give the child's health assessment before the first 60 days of attendance at the facility.
2024-03-13 Renewal 3290.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that an infant's bottle was not labeled with the child's name (corrected during inspection).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Bottle was labeled during inspection. Moving forward provider will make sure to label all bottles and cups with children's names.
2024-03-13 Renewal 3290.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 did not obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Moving forward provider will complete 12 hrs training every year December 19 through December 19.
2024-03-13 Renewal 3290.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(4)

Description: Hypothetical locations

Noncompliance Area: The hypothetical location of the fire was the same for two consecutive fire drills.

Correction Required: The operator 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will set up different hypothetical location through out the year The hypothetical location of the fire during fire drills will not be the same two times in a row.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.105(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that rest equipment (Pack N Play) was not labeled with the child's name (corrected during inspection).

Correction Required: (a) Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
(Name)lLabel was placed on the Pack N Play during the inspection.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.121(b) - Given parents in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.121(b)

Description: Given parents in writing

Noncompliance Area: At the time of enrollment, parents did not receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, clothing policy, supervision policy, and transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Correction Required: At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents received a copy of the daycare policies: general daily schedule, clothing policy, supervision policy, and transportation and pick-up arrangements.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(2)

Description: Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: Child #4's agreement does not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrections were made in regards to fee. Child #4's agreement now specifies the date on which the fee is to be paid.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: Child #4's agreement does not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Violation was corrected by adding the names Child #4's agreement now specifies the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The parents of child #1 through #4 did not receive the original agreement. The original agreements were in the children's files.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents of children #1 through #4 have received the original agreements.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 and #3's emergency contact information does not include the enrolling parent's work address and work telephone number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2 and #3 unenrolled from the childcare facility before filling in the missing information on the emergency contact form.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.124(d) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(d)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was no written plan conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency (corrected during inspection).

Correction Required: A written plan shall be conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. The plan must accompany a staff person who leaves the facility on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected during inspection. The information was added. A written plan is now conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.135(b)

Description: Surfaces cleaned

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the diaper changing pad had a cloth cover over it which was not being changed after each diaper change. A de-odorizing spray, rather than a sanitizing solution was being used on the cloth between diaper changes.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Sanitizing solution was obtained to keep changing table clean The cloth cover has been removed from the diaper changing pad
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was no written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for the infant, from the parent.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent was given the form provided by the inspector The provider now has a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for the infant in care, from the parent.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the infant's bottle was not labeled with the child's name (corrected during inspection)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected during inspection. Bottle was labeled the only baby and child that is currently in care. All infants' bottles will be labeled with the child's name.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not contain a Continuity of Operations plan. Staff person #1 completed the one-hour Health and Safety training update on 3/1/23, after the deadline of 12/30/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Training completed and revised any other training needed. Staff will complete all trainings in the required timeframe. The facility's emergency plan now contains a Continuity of Operations plan.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.22(b) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.22(b)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically (corrected during inspection).

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Website was added to the regulation booklet. Parents now have access to both paper and electronic copy of the regulations.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.24(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not contain accommodations for the evacuation of infants and toddlers.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents were giving a new copy of the emergency plan. Page 6 shows accommodations for the evacuation of infants and toddlers.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.24(g) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(g)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not send a copy of the facility's emergency plan to the local municipality when it was updated at the last renewal inspection.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Copy was sent via fax The emergency plan has been sent, via fax, to the local municipality.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's file did not contain proof of Mandated Reporter training prior to 3/22/21.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 will look for prior copy of her mandated reporter training and will place in staff file. Current one is still valid.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that children have access to the finished basement which contained a deodorant stick (keep out of reach of children).

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children no longer have access to the basement.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.70(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.70(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the bathroom on the second floor, used by children in care, has no adaptation limiting the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Bathroom adaptations are completed. Window has been replaced. The bathroom window does not open greater than 6 inches.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.74(a) - Requirements Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.74(a)

Description: Requirements

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the backyard/outdoor play area, that there were 3 pieces of vinyl siding were leaning against the shed (tripping hazard), a metal planting tower with several metal spokes sticking out, and rust on the exterior of a metal container. It was observed that the children have access to the finished basement which contained a lighter.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Pieces of siding are back in place (no longer leaning against shed). The metal planter with spokes sticking out is no longer accessible to children. The metal container with rust has been removed from the backyard/outdoor play area. The basement, where the lighter was, is now inaccessible to children.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.75(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that, in the backyard/outdoor playspace, there was a metal container with peeling paint on its exterior.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Metal container was removed away from the backyard area This metal container is no longer accessible to children.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Fire drills were not conducted at least once every 60 days (11/3/22, 2/15/23).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Time of drills/evacuation were mistaken and will be fixed. Fire drills will be conducted at least once every 60 days.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: Evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility (none on second floor or finished basement).

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evacuation routes will be posted in a conspicuous location on all floors of the facility.
2023-03-20 Renewal 3290.95(b) - Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(b)

Description: Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Testing of the fire detection system exceeded the permitted at least every 30 days timeframe : last time tested 12/5/22 (tested during this inspection). The facility had no record of the proof of purchase of the interconnected fire detectors on main floor and second floor (Corrected during inspection with attestation form).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected during inspection. Fire detection system will be checked timely ,at least every 30 days. Completed the attestation form during the inspection as proof of purchase of the fire detection system.
2022-06-06 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2022-04-26 Renewal 3290.117(c) - Vet's certificate required Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.117(c)

Description: Vet's certificate required

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility, it was found that there was a dog present in the exterior play space to which the provider did not have the required current rabies immunization documentation.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has a copy of the current rabies immunization documented by a veterinarian.
2022-04-26 Renewal 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care was missing for child #1 and #2.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Written consent by a parent for emergency medical care for child #1 and #2 were updated.
2022-04-26 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that a gas stove was accessible to children in care that did not have protective covers on knobs. Upon inspection of the facility documents, it was found that a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment was not developed.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider went and bought protective covers for gas stove knob. Provider attended an online class through Pro-Solution training course for prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. Provider will create a policy and procedure to address the preventions of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.
2022-04-26 Renewal 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff was missing for child #3.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent for child #3 gave a signed consent for administration of minor first aid procedure by facility staff.
2022-04-26 Renewal 3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions was not included in the plan.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider fixed emergency plan that provides accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
2022-04-26 Renewal 3290.69 - Heat Source Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.69

Description: Heat Source

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that the kitchen sink used for child handwashing had hot water accessible that exceeded 120 degrees.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider went and bought a thermometer for the water and made sure hot water from the faucet does not exceed 110 degrees. It goes to 100 degrees.
2022-04-26 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the fire drill log, it was found that no fire drills were conducted between August and December 2021.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has made a copy of fire drills that were conducted between August 2021 and December 2021.
2022-04-26 Renewal 3290.95(a) - System in compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)

Description: System in compliance

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility logs for the testing of the fire detection system, it was found that tests were conducted on 1.5.21, 3.5.21, 4.6.21, 5.7.21, 6.10.21, 7.6.21, 8.12.21, 9.9.21, 10.8.21, 11.9.21, 12.7.21, 1.5.22, 2.3.22, 3.25.22, 4.8.22. Therefore, it is apparent that greater than 30 days elapsed between multiple tests. Also, it was found that a receipt of purchase for the fire detection system was not on file.

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))

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider provided a copy of a receipt of purchase for the fire detection system and placed in file. Provider will conduct the required tests every 30 days or less as required.
2020-03-04 Renewal 3290.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of child records, it was found that the financial agreement was not reviewed within the past 6 months for Child # and Child #2.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider immediately had the parents review the documents and sign them. Moving forward, all documents for each child will be reviewed and updated as required.
2020-03-04 Renewal 3290.31(f) - Biennial 12 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of staff files, Staff person #1 records show no training hours for 2018 or 2019.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider immediately completed the required training and moving forward, all trainings will be completed as required.
2020-03-04 Renewal 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site and child care spaces, it was found that one electrical outlet behind the dining room table did not have protective covers installed.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider immediately installed the proper electrical plate cover and moving forward, will assure that all receptacles are covered as required.
2020-03-04 Renewal 3290.73(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site and child care spaces, it was found that the first aid kit was missing soap AND the first aid kit used on walking excursions was missing soap and tweezers.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider immediately placed the required items into the first aid kits. Moving forward, all kits will contain the required items at all times.
2019-04-19 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact form for child #1 did not contain work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent's work address and phone number will be added. Moving forward all emergency contact forms will be completely fully at all times.
2019-04-19 Renewal 3290.24(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the emergency plan was not posted.

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of the emergency plan was posted and it will remain posted at all times.
2019-04-19 Renewal 3290.31(f) - Biennial 12 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: File for staff person #1 did not contain a minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training as required.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 will obtain all required hours and will place this on file. Certificates verifying completion of 12 hours of biennial training will be kept on file at all times.
2018-04-04 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3)/3290.124(e) - Services provided/Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Department's form providing information on child's growth and development in the context of services being provided (Child service reports) for children 1, 2, and 3 were not updated with financial agreements and were not updated within a 6 month period.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3290.124(e).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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider updated the children information about their health and development and parents check and corrected if they needed to change emergency list.. Will complete every 6 months.
2018-04-04 Renewal 3290.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Emergency information for child 2 does not contain the name, address, and phone number for child's physician or source of medical care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact information for child physician was provided by parent. Files will contain physician information.
2018-04-04 Renewal 3290.131(b)(1)/3290.131(b)(2) - Updated infant health report: every 6 months/Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Health report for child 1, a young toddler, was updated 1 year from original health report and not 6 months as required. The most recent health report for child 2, a preschooler, was 1/31/2017. An updated health report is required for child 2.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddlerThe operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health reports will be updated as required. Child was excluded 6/14/18 and cannot return until the parents present an updated health report.
2018-04-04 Renewal 3290.134(b)/3290.134(c) - Towels labeled and laundered/Paper towels discarded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Provider does not have individual, labeled towels for each child to use during hand washing, and did not have individual paper towels available for use during hand washing. Individual towels, or single use disposable towels are required.

Correction Required: Cloth towels and washcloths shall be labeled with the child's name, used by only the named child and laundered weekly. The operator shall arrange a laundry schedule with the parent.Paper towels may be used as towels and washcloths. Paper towels shall be discarded after each use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has rolls of each paper towel in both bathroom she has. Plus she has included hand sanitizer.
2018-04-04 Renewal 3290.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Although updated just prior to renewal inspection, the emergency contact information for children 1, 2, 3 were noted as being updated only 1 time per year instead of 1 time per 6 months as required.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A parent will review and update the emergency information for each child as required in regulations.
2018-04-04 Renewal 3290.22(a) - Availability Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Valid certificate of compliance was not posted or available. Provider did not have child care regulations posted or available in facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility certificate has been moved to where parents can see. Regulations and contact information posted and will remain where parents can see.
2018-04-04 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Aerosol air freshener, labeled as toxic, was observed within reach of children in bathroom.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Cleaning and toxic materials was placed at a high place where kids cannot reach. They will stay out of reach.
2018-04-04 Renewal 3290.70(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The window in the 2nd floor bathroom was not restricted to opening less than 6 inches.

Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The 2nd floor window is secured and only to open less than 6 inches.
2017-03-22 Renewal 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Emergency information for children in care does not contain permission to administer minor first aid. Emergency Contact information for children in care does not contain permission to obtain Emergency Medical Care.

Correction Required: A child`s record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.A child`s record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents signed the forms.
2017-03-22 Renewal 3290.24(a)(1)/3290.24(a)(3) - Shelter/Contact when arises Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facilility Emergency Plan does not meet requirements. Plan covers evacuation only. Update is required that includes shelter in place, contact with parents and a method of notifying the emergency has ended and returning children to parents.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for shelter of children during an emergency including shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises..The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Plan will be developed that covers all areas. Plan will be shared with parents and posted.
2017-03-22 Renewal 3290.24(f) - Copy to county EMA Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Plan has not been sent to local EMA

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will send it when it is finished. I will send any updates too.
2017-03-22 Renewal 3290.31(f)(4)(i) - First aid - 3 yrs. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Provider does not have Valid First Aid Training.

Correction Required: Competence in first-aid is demonstrated by the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid. First-aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of certification or every 3 years, as applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have first aid and CPR training scheduled 5/6/17. Training will be renewed before expiration.

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