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Equipped Future Leaders

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
5415 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19120
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Capacity
92 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
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📞 (215) 979-6348
5415 N 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19120
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00249564
License Issued
Feb 27, 2026
Active Through
Feb 27, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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EQUIPPED FUTURE LEADERS is a Child Care Center in PHILADELPHIA PA, with a maximum capacity of 92 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

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

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-11 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2025-05-16 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility did not have written policy to address the following: 1.Recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. 2. Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child. 3. The prevention and identification of child maltreatment Also, their emergency plan addresses continuity of operations and specifies the role of all facility persons including volunteers. Facility did not have an emergency plan that addressed continuity of operations. Facility person 02 did not have emergency plan training on file

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Printed out shaken baby syndrome Brochure from the health department website. Copied information from the pamphlet and added it to letter head to formulate a policy. Printed out the policy and added both to the pamphlet and policy documentation to all the classrooms boards and parent board. Emergency Plan has been put on the parent board so that it is easily spotted and in plain sight. Accompanied is information of what is expected with continued continuity of care if an emergency has taken place. Emergency evacuation plan was completed over by staff person #2 and place in the state file.
2025-05-16 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(7)

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

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection child #5 incident report was found on the table but was never given to parent or filed in the child chart or the facility's incident file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Incident Report was sent home for a signature and placed in the child's chart.
2025-05-16 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the facility did not have an emergency plan that was reviewed or updated annually on cite.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan has been put on the parent board so that is easier spotted and in plain site. Two additional copies have been place in the facility one in the Director's draw and the other at the Administrator's desk.
2025-05-16 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility persons 02 had 8hrs of 12 hrs, 03 had 09 hrs of 12 hrs and 04 had 11 of 12 hrs of annual professional development training on file.

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.)
Staff #2 completed 4 hours of training. Staff #3 completed 3 hours of training. Staff #4 completed 1 hours of training.
2025-05-16 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility person 02 had expired CPR training on file.

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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person was scheduled for an updated CPR class and missed that appointment. Staff Person 02 was suspended from working until CPR training is rescheduled and completed.
2025-05-16 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility persons #03 and #04 did not have Fire Safety training on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All facility staff persons took an updated fire safety class on 5/15/2025
2025-05-16 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Director qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Director qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility person 01 had 21 of 30 required credits to qualify as a director and also did not have verified experience or degree on file.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4). A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Credits were on file but not counted.
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility did not have written policy to address the following: 1.Recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. 2. Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child. 3. The prevention and identification of child maltreatment Also, their emergency plan addresses continuity of operations and specifies the role of all facility persons including volunteers. Facility did not have an emergency plan that addressed continuity of operations. Facility person 02 did not have emergency plan training on file.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Printed out shaken baby syndrome Brochure from the health department website. Copied information from the pamphlet and added it to letter head to formulate a policy. Printed out the policy and added both to the pamphlet and policy documentation to all the classrooms boards and parent board. Emergency Plan has been put on the parent board so that it is easily spotted and in plain sight. Accompanied is information of what is expected with continued continuity of care if an emergency has taken place. Emergency evacuation plan was completed over by staff person #2 and place in the state file.
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection there was no proof that the annual written notification to local traffic safety authorities of safe routes on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected info on a different volitation.
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection children 01, 02, 03, 04, and 05 did not have their emergency contact form and financial agreement form signed every 6 months.

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.)
Dispute
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.182(2) - Application, admission, withdrawal dates Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(2)

Description: Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection children 01, 02, 03, 04, and 05 did not have their application and admission dates in their files.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Dispute
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(7)

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

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection child #5 file did not contain a copy of an incident report for an injury that occurred at the facility, nor did the parent receive a copy of the incident report.

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

2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.27(a)/3270.27(e) - Emergency plan/Letter to parents Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)/3270.27(e)

Description: Emergency plan/Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility had an incomplete emergency plan on file.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan. The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. 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.)
Sent an updated letter home to the parents with the updated emergency procedures, once signed place a copy in the family's folder.
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the facility did not have an emergency plan that was reviewed or updated annually on cite.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility did not have proof of emergency plan and subsequent plan updates sent to the local municipality and county EM on file.

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.)
Mailed out an additional copy to the local municipality and Philadelphia emergency management agency Completed a state emergency plan delivery form placed it in the state chart that is designated for the inspector.
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility persons 02 had 8hrs of 12 hrs, 03 had 09 hrs of 12 hrs and 04 had 11 of 12 hrs of annual professional development training on file.

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.)
Staff #2 completed 4 hours of training. Staff #3 completed 3 hours of training. Staff #4 completed 1 hours of training.
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility person 02 had expired CPR training on file.

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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Non Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility persons 03 and 05 did not have Fire Safety training on file.

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

2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility persons 02, 03 and 04 did not have their annual staff evaluation on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Updated staff evaluation for #02, #03, and 04. Place in staff's chart
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Director qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Director qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility person 01 had 21 of 30 required credits to qualify as a director and also did not have verified experience on file.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4). A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Disputed
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility did not have correct handwashing signed posted.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Disputed
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility's fire drill was not conducted every 60 days but started at 10/2024 -2/2025

Correction Required: The Director 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.)
Dispute
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.94(a)(6)/3270.94(a)(8) - Remove all persons in one trip/Exit building Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(6)/3270.94(a)(8)

Description: Remove all persons in one trip/Exit building

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection annual emergency drills were not conducted and documented.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation plans provide for the removal of all persons from the facility in a single trip. The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that facility persons and children exit the building, weather permitting.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Dispute
2025-03-12 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection there was no proof of purchase for the interconnected fire system or attestation form 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)).

2024-02-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.54(a) - Two facility persons present in facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.54(a)

Description: Two facility persons present in facility

Noncompliance Area: On 2/12/24 approximately 2:50pm during a follow-up visit staff person#1 was observed caring for 2 children alone in the facility. Staff person#2 arrived at the facility at approximately 3:00pm.

Correction Required: At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 came and helped cover program after original staff person had to rush out for a medical emergency.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 staff person # 1 was observed leaving child #1 unsupervised in the hallway with no other staff persons present.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person#1 was given written warning. Staff person#1 will also complete supervision training and verification will be provided. Explaining not to walk away from children.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 it was observed child# 2 bottle was not labeled.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons labeled child #2 bottle at the time of inspection.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 it was observed document included in staff person#2 file did not verify date of TB or date of results or type of test conducted.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Results were in chart found by staff after going through file. Checked by multiple staff.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 it was observed the facility did not have a current certificate of compliance posted, certificate was dated 2021 through 2022.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Additional copies of license will be posted in the foyer area, as well as other required postings will be added to the monthly inspection.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 it was observed staff person# 1,2, and 4 file did not include the required 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.)
Staff person# 1,2, and 4 took required number of needed hours to equal 12 hours of required professional development training.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 it was observed staff person#1 has not completed the required 1 hour updated health and safety training. Staff person#3 has not completed the required health and safety training within 90 days of their date of hire.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person#3 shall complete professional development in health and safety training within 90 days of hire. Staff person#3 will have until 1/20/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person#3 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#3, staff person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Staff person #1 shall complete the 1-hour update health and safety training, staff person#1 does not require AGS supervision.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person#1 has completed 1 hour updated health and safety training, and certificate will be emailed to verify compliance. Staff person #3 completed health and safety training, and certificate will also be emailed to verify compliance.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 it was observed staff person# 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidence by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 10/7/18.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person #1 will have until 1/20/24 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person# 1 must be supervised, when interacting with children by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person available to supervise staff person# 1, staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person#1 has completed mandated reporter training, certificate of completion will be emailed.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 a spray bottle of Clorox bleach, and a can of Lysol was observed accessible to children by the changing table located in the children's bathroom. In classroom# 4 spray bottle that was labeled "caution always keep out of the reach of children " on a table accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Removed toxins from bathroom window. Also locking all chemicals and cleaning agents away.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 it was observed the first aid kits located in classroom 1 through 3 was placed on the lower window ledge accessible to children.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Place all first-aid kits in proper place where signs are posted. No longer accessible to children.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/5/24 the facility was unable to provide documentation of annual testing from a fire safety professional.

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.)
Building owner had fire alarm system inspection completed on 1/15/24; verification was given to Provider.
2023-10-19 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the follow-up inspection conducted on 10/19/23 ongoing noncompliance was observed damaged wooden stove in the dramatic play area still posed as a scratching, splintering threat.

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.)
Stove removed. At the time of the original pop up the fridge was observed with the damages the stove was overlooked. When the violation was thought to be corrected a picture was sent to the state representative at that time.
2023-10-19 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the follow-up inspection conducted on 10/19/23 it was observed staff person# 3 was caring for children unsupervised without completing pediatric first aid/CPR training. Staff person#1 was also observed caring for children unsupervised without completing pediatric first aid/CPR training as well as no documentation of completing mandated reporter training.

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 and safety of the children. Until such times as the required Pediatric first aid/CPR training are completed, staff person#1 and 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person available to supervised staff person#1, staff person #1 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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.)
Sent Ms. Miracle to work at the center with the other staff persons. Staff person number 3 has been scheduled and is currently finishing her CPR training. Staff person#1 has resigned.
2023-10-19 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the follow-up inspection conducted on 10/19/23 it was observed staff person# 3 file did not include documentation of completed health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter; nor did the file include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons Health assessment was in the file.
2023-10-19 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During the follow-up inspection conducted on 10/19/23 it was observed staff person# 2 has not completed the following required Pediatric first aid/CPR training within 90 days of hire.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person#2 shall complete Pediatric first aid/ CPR training within 90 days of hire. Staff person#2 will have until 11/3/23 to complete pediatric first aid/CPR training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person#2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. IF there are no staff available to supervise staff person#2, staff person#2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Qualified staff person will be working at the facility. Staff person# 3 has been out on leave since 9/11/23.
2023-08-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: While conducting an unannounced inspection conducted on 8/25/23 it was observed a toy stove in the dramatic play area wood was chipping and posed as a splintering or cutting hazard.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will remove all hazardous toys from facility.
2023-08-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: While conducting an unannounced inspection conducted on 8/25/23 it was observed staff person#1 walked out of child care space to take care of something at the front desk leaving 4 children unsupervised for a short period of time more than once.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will explain immediately to staff person # 1 that children cannot be left unsupervised .
2023-08-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.191 - Individual Records Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: While conducting an unannounced inspection on 8/25/23 it was observed that the primary staff person did not have access to staff files due to the locked cabinet being jammed and unable to be open at time of inspection.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff files are electronically in our computer. Broke into file cabinet to have access to staff files.
2023-08-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: While conducting an unannounced inspection on 8/25/23 it was observed staff person#2 file did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will include 2 nonfamily references to staff person#2 file and verification will be sent to Cert Rep
2023-08-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: While conducting an unannounced inspection on 8/25/23 it was observed the classroom #1 and 2 was missing Protective receptacle covers outlets located by the door

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 will make sure staff are covering outlets , as well as conducting daily checks.
2023-08-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: While conducting an unannounced inspection conducted on 8/25/23 it was observed in the main child care space Lysol cleaning materials and disinfected cleaning solution was in the reach of children placed on an open stage accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will remove all toxics from child care space an ensure that children do to have access.
2022-12-08 Renewal 3270.102(g)/3270.104(a) - Hazardous toys and equipment/Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(g)/3270.104(a)

Description: Hazardous toys and equipment/Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/14/2022 a wooden table was observed in the outdoor PlaySpace unstable not standing upright. This poses a threat to the health and safety of the children.

Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Remove table from playspace to trash.
2022-12-08 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/14/2022 the file records for child #1 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Print new health assessment form have it completed by parent and submit to state rep.
2022-12-08 Renewal 3270.131(d)(8) - Age appropriate screenings complete Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(8)

Description: Age appropriate screenings complete

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/14/2022 the file records for child #1 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Print new health assessment form have it completed by parent and submit to state rep.
2022-12-08 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection 12/14/2022 the file records for staff person # 1, 2, 3, 4 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare 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.)
To complete the hours of training needed by 12/30/2022.
2022-12-08 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/14/2022 the file records for staff #4 did not include a current written evaluation.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Complete and submit updated evaluation immediately.
2022-12-08 Renewal 3270.62(c) - Space safe for large muscle activity Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.62(c)

Description: Space safe for large muscle activity

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/14/2022 the outdoor PlaySpace was observed having trash and debris, a grill and branches. This poses a threat to the safety of the children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Clean the entire area, have all trash and debris removed.
2021-12-03 Renewal 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(c)

Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection 1/24/2022 outdoor play equipment(climbing apparatus and swing set) was observed in the outdoor play space that was not installed over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Play set has been removed.
2021-12-03 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the remote inspection on 1/20/2022 the file record for staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. During the physical site inspection on 1/24/2022 the file record for staff person #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider updated the file records for staff person #1 and 2 to include two written, non family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
2021-12-03 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: During the remote inspection on 1/20/2022 the facility did not have information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider posted information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
2021-12-03 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the electronic inspection on 1/18/2022 the emergency plan training did not include procedures for lock-down.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider updated the facility's emergency plan to include procedures for lock-down at the facility.
2021-12-03 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the electronic inspection on 1/18/2022 the facility did not have an emergency plan that provided for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider updated the facility's emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
2021-12-03 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/25/2022 the file record for staff person #2 did not include emergency plan training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider updated the file record staff person #2 to include emergency plan training.
2021-12-03 Renewal 3270.62(b) - Play space - 65 square feet/child Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.62(b)

Description: Play space - 65 square feet/child

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/24/2022 facility notified the Department that the facility has been using unlicensed area for indoor play space.

Correction Required: Outdoor or indoor play space shall be measured at 65 square feet per child

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will not use any space not authorized under our license going forward.
2021-12-03 Renewal 3270.75(d) - On excursions Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(d)

Description: On excursions

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/24/2022 the transportation first-aid kit in the van was missing soap, scissors, water bottle.

Correction Required: One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider added soap, scissors and water bottle to the transportation first aid kit in the van.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file record for child #4 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. An agreement will be signed by the operator and the parent.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file records for child # 4 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. An agreement will specify the date of the child's admission.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.124(a) - Each child emergency contact person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file record for child #3 did not include an emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the yellow room and infant room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for all of the children receiving care in the space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January and placed in the appropriate classrooms.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file records for child #3 did not include an updated health assessment.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. The operator will require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file record for child #2 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. A health report will include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.131(d)(8) - Age appropriate screenings complete Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file record for child #2 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. A health report will include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.166(6) - Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 child # 5 was observed sleeping with a bottle in his mouth.

Correction Required: Neither an infant nor a toddler is permitted to sleep with a bottle in his mouth.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Bottle removed. Staff trainings on children sleeping will be given when they first come in.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file record for child #5 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. A child's record will contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.182(4) - Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file records for child #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. A child's record will contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection 2/27/2020 the file records child #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. A child's record will contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file record for child # 5 did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Double check files to make sure all paperwork is complete and in the files during our two review times June/January. A child's record will contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file records for staff persons # 4 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will assure that paperwork is complete and correct forms are in each staff person files before they start. A facility person's record will include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Staff person #4 no longer employed with facility.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file records for staff person #2 did not include an acceptable initial health assessment.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 is suspended until they obtain an acceptable initial health assessment. We will assure that paperwork is complete and correct forms are in each staff person files before they start. Staff person #2 is no longer employed with the facility.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On the inspection 2/27/2020 provider lacked document that there was not an operable fire detection system nor was the provider able to demonstrate that the fire alarm system was operable.

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 called landlord of the facility and landlord is going to have facility annual inspection conducted. Provider will submit documentation, keep it on file and ensure that the facility's system is tested annually or as needed.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file record for staff person #1 did not include emergency plan training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Make sure that the training is completed from the start. The operator will assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator will document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the file record for staff person #1 (hire date: 12/2019 did not include a NSOR clearance. The file record for staff person #2 (hire date: 1/22/2020) included a Volunteer Child abuse clearance (incorrect verification purpose) and did not include a NSOR Clearance. The file record for staff person #4 (hire date:1/22/2020) did not include a NSOR clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1,2 and 4 -- 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 #1,2 and 4--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that the NSOR were sent out for the facility. Make sure papers are completed correctly. Facility applied for CPSL waiver, it was granted 3/2/2020. Staff person # 1,2, and 4 was removed until all CPSL requirements have been fulfilled. All staff files will 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 FBI clearance information and mandated reporter training required under the CPSL. Staff person #2 no longer employed at facility.
2020-01-29 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 2/27/2020 the hot water temperature measured 124.7 F.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Make sure that we are doing monthly inspections to assure that water temps are at corrected levels.
2019-07-01 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 8/12/19 the file records for child # 1 and 2 did not include an agreement that specified 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.)
Provider will update the file records for child # 1 and 2 to include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. All file records for children will include an agreement that specifies the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
2019-07-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 8/12/19 the file records for child # 1 and 2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the file records for child #1 and 2 to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. All file records for children will include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
2019-07-01 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 8/12/19 the facility did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ensure that emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
2019-07-01 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 8/12/19 the file records for child#1 and 2 did not include a 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.

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.)
Provider will update the file records for child #1 and 2 to include a 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. All file records for children will include a 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.
2019-07-01 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 8/12/19 the file records for staff person #1 and 2 did not include current emergency plan training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the file record staff person #1 and 2 to include emergency plan training. All file records will include emergency plan training at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update.
2019-07-01 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 8/12/19 the file record for staff person #2 included a state police clearance (dated 8/8/14) and FBI clearance (8/11/14) that was expired. Facility Person #2--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person # 2 was removed until all CPSL requirements have been fulfilled. All staff files will 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 FBI clearance information and mandated reporter training required under the CPSL.
2019-01-11 Initial review 3270.101(c)(4) - Auditory development Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/11/19 the facility did not have toys and materials for auditory development in each classroom.

Correction Required: Play equipment and materials shall include toys and materials for auditory development.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ensure that each classroom has a sufficient amount of toys and materials for auditory development
2019-01-11 Initial review 3270.101(c)(6) - Large muscle development Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/11/19 the facility did not have a sufficient amount of toys and equipment for large muscle development. The outdoor play space was observed not having any toys and equipment for large muscle development.

Correction Required: Play equipment and materials shall include toys and equipment for large muscle development.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ensure that the classrooms and outdoor play space has a sufficient amount of toys and equipment for large muscle development at all times.
2019-01-11 Initial review 3270.111(a) - Written plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection the daily schedule was not posted in each classroom for each group.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will post a daily schedule for each classroom. A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play will be established for each group. The plan will be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
2019-01-11 Initial review 3270.171(b)/3270.171(c) - Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/11/19 the facility did not have a safe routes posted.

Correction Required: Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes shall be appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing. Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will develop safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes in vicinity of the facility and communicate to the children and parents in writing. Safe routes will be posted in the facility at all times.
2019-01-11 Initial review 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection 1/11/19 the facility did not have a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will post the a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location. The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified will be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.
2019-01-11 Initial review 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 1/11/19 the hot water temperature measured 117.5 F.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider turned the hot water tank down so that the hot water temperature will not exceed 110 F. Provider will check water temperature weekly to ensure that it does not exceed 110 F.

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