Goldfinger Child Care And Learning Centers Llc

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 3/11/26, it was observed that staff person 5 had a health assessment on file that expired on 2/20/26 and an updated health assessment was not available.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: On 3/11/26, it was observed that staff person 1 had been employed longer than 90 days and did not have documentation of completion of Health and Safety Basics part 2 on file.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #1 will have until 3/26/26 to complete the required training.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that a tan child's chair had a crack running down the seat in the Penguin (young toddler) classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that child 1 had been enrolled longer than 6 months and did not have information on file regarding an assessment of their growth and development (Child Service Report)

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 3 did not include a parent's work address and telephone number.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 3 did not include the child's health insurance information or policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2 and 4 had a health assessments on file that were expired. Staff person 2 had a health assessment on file that expired on 1/31/25. No updated health assessment was available. Staff person 4 had a health assessment on file that expired on 8/7/25. No updated health assessment was available.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff person 1 was working in a childcare space and did not have verification of a health assessment or TB test on file.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that the local traffic authorities had not been notified of the facility use of pedestrian and vehicle routes in the previous 12 months.

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.

Regulation: 3270.18(a)

Description: On file at facility

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that verification of the facility liability insurance was not available.

Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that child 1 had been enrolled longer than 6 months and did not have record of parent review of their emergency contact information or agreement form on file.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that an emergency drill was not held at the facility in the previous 12 months.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2, 4, and 5 did not have emergency plan training in the previous 12 months.

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.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2, 3, 4, and 5 did not have 12 training hours in the previous 12 months.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff person 2 had Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file that expired on 2/28/25. No updated training was available.

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.

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2, 4, and 5 did not have Fire Safety training in the previous 12 months. The most recent Fire Safety training on file was dated 4/24/24.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff person #5 did not have documentation of health and safety training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file and has been employed longer than 90 days. (see LIS code sheet)

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #5 will have until 2/5/26 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, GS, or Director) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 was observed working with children without a State Police clearance or provisional paperwork on file. Staff person 1 may not work in a childcare capacity until the State Police clearance is on file.

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

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2, 4, and 5 did not have an evaluation completed in the previous 12 months.

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

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that there were uncovered outlets in the facility. An outlet was uncovered in the Cuties (infant) classroom beside the door. An outlet was uncovered in the Owls (preschool) classroom under the window at the back of the room.

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

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that the bag containing the first aid kit was accessible to children in the Blue Jays (Older Toddler) classroom where it was hanging on the doorknob stopper behind the door.

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

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the Penguin (young toddler) classroom, on the gray wall on the left side of the play area.

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

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that fire drills were not held every 60 days. Fire drills were held on 7/3/25 and the next drill was recorded on 10/10/25 which a lapse of more than 60 days. No fire drill was held after 10/10/25 which is a lapse of more than 60 days.

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

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/26, it was observed that the facility fire detection system had not been tested every 30 days. System was tested on 6/3/25 and the next test was on 7/9/25, which is a lapse of 36 days. System was tested on 8/4/25 and the next test was on 9/10/25, which is a lapse of 37 days. System was tested on 11/4/25 and the next test was on 12/12/25, which is a lapse of 38 days.

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

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that the green riding toy in the gross motor play area was missing a wheel.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that information about the child 2's growth and development had not been completed. Child 2 had been enrolled longer than 6 months.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that the agreement form for child 5 did not specify arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for children 4 and 5 did not include an address and phone number for the enrolling parent's work.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 4 did not include a health insurance policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 5 did not include addresses for their release persons.

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

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that child 4 had been enrolled longer than 60 days and did not have a health assessment or immunization record on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that child 2 had a health assessment on file which should have been updated by the end of December 2024. No updated health assessment was available.

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

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 1 had a health assessment that expired on 12/23/24. No updated health assessment was available.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that child 4, who is an infant, was in care and did not have an infant feeding schedule completed.

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

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that the facility had not completed an updated traffic letter in the previous 12 months.

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.

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that children 1 and 3 had been enrolled longer that 6 months and did not have record of a file update. Child 1 had an agreement on file that had not been updated in the previous 6 months. Child 3 had an agreement and emergency contact that had not been updated in the previous 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.

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that child 5 did not have signed parental consent on file for emergency medical care and minor first aid.

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. 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.

Regulation: 3270.192(4)

Description: CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 3 had a disclosure statement on file that was not dated.

Correction Required: 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 2, who had been employed for longer than 90 days did not have documentation of emergency plan training on file.

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.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 1 had a pediatric first aid/CPR training on file that expired on 12/23/24. Staff person 1 may not work alone with children until new pediatric first aid/CPR training is completed.

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.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: pediatric first aid and CPR.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #3 will have until 2/13/25 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, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) 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.

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 3 was filling the role of an Assistant Group Supervisor and did not have verification of 2500 hours of experience required for the position.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 2 had been employed longer than 12 months and did not have an 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.

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that toxics were accessible to children in the Cuties/Infant classroom. Diaper creams were observed in the lower cubbies and sanitizer was observed on the floor beside the changing table.

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

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On 1/13/25, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the Owls (preschool) classroom, in the book area.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24, it was observed that the emergency contact for child 3 did not include a physician name, address, or phone number.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24, it was observed that the emergency contact sheet for child 3 did not include health insurance coverage or policy information.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Regulation: 3270.171(c)

Description: Safe routes posted

Noncompliance Area: On 4/3/24, it was observed that pick up/drop off procedures with notification of safe routes was not posted at the facility. Corrected on Site.

Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Regulation: 3270.18(a)

Description: On file at facility

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24, it was observed that the current liability insurance was not on file at the facility. Insurance on file at the facility expired on 12/13/23.

Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24, it was observed that child 2 had been enrolled longer than 6 months and did not have an update of their emergency contact and agreement forms.

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.

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24, it was observed that child 3 was currently in attendance and did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care and first aid on file.

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. 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.

Regulation: 3270.21/3270.104(a)

Description: General Health and Safety/Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: On 4/3/24, it was observed that the black shelf in the Blue Jay classroom and the white shelf in the Cuties classroom were unstable and not mounted to the wall posing a falling/crushing hazard.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24, it was observed that staff persons 2, 3, and 4 did not have emergency plan training in the previous 12 months.

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.

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24, it was observed that staff persons 2, 3, and 4 had been employed longer than 12 months and 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.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24 it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had been employed longer than 45 days and did not have a FBI clearance on file. Provisional paperwork was dated 11/11/23. Staff person 1 may not return to work until completed clearance is on file. CORRECTED 4/8/24

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

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24, it was observed that staff persons 3 and 4 had been employed longer than 12 months and did not have a 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.

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: On 4/3/24, it was observed that paint (for the walls) was stored on the bottom shelf in the unlocked kitchen/storage area.

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

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: On 4/3/24, it was observed that the first aid kit in the penguin classroom was missing tweezers. Corrected on site.

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.

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On 4/3/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint behind the rocking chair and on the left side of the play area in the penguin classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 4/4/24, it was observed that the fire system was not tested every 30 days. Test dates were as follows: 4/12/23, 7/12/23, 8/11/23, 9/12/23, 10/27/23, 2/9/24, and 4/2/24.

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

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: On 2/15/24, it was observed that the outlet outside of the door to the Cutie classroom was uncovered. Continued non-compliance from 12/8/23.

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

Regulation: 3270.111(c)

Description: Promote development

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/23, it was observed that younger toddlers (ages 12-24 months) had screen time in the penguin classroom for approximately 20 minutes. During this time, the children were seated on the carpet and watching a tablet while the teacher sang along. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no screen time for children under the age of 18 months.

Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/23, it was observed that there was a lapse in supervision on two separate occasions. At approximately 8:45 AM staff person 1 was the only staff person in the Gross Motor Play Space when they stepped in to the infant room for approximately 20 seconds before being called back to the room by OCDEL staff. 1 infant and 3 young and older toddlers were present in the Gross Motor Play Space who were unsupervised at this time. Staff person 2 was in the kitchen and staff person 3 was in the preschool classroom with the doors shut. At approximately 9:30, staff person 4 left the preschool classroom to answer the door. 6 children were present in the preschool classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/23, it was observed that there was a lapse in supervision on two separate occasions. At approximately 8:45 AM staff person 1 was the only staff person in the Gross Motor Play Space when they stepped in to the infant room for approximately 20 seconds before being called back to the room by OCDEL staff. 1 infant and 3 young and older toddlers were present in the Gross Motor Play Space who were unsupervised at this time. Staff person 2 was in the kitchen and staff person 3 was in the preschool classroom with the doors shut. At approximately 9:30, staff person 4 left the preschool classroom to answer the door. 6 children were present in the preschool classroom.

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. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children and supervision and primary care group requirements are being met at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/23, it was observed that there was a lapse in supervision on two separate occasions. At approximately 8:45 AM staff person 1 was the only staff person in the Gross Motor Play Space when they stepped in to the infant room for approximately 20 seconds before being called back to the room by OCDEL staff. 1 infant and 3 young and older toddlers were present in the Gross Motor Play Space who were unsupervised at this time. Staff person 2 was in the kitchen and staff person 3 was in the preschool classroom with the doors shut. At approximately 9:30, staff person 4 left the preschool classroom to answer the door. 6 children were present in the preschool classroom.

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. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children with an emphasis on primary care groups. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Regulation: 3270.113(e)

Description: Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/23, it was observed that restraint was used in the Cuties (infant) Classroom. Continued non-compliance from 11/1/23. Infants, who were awake, were placed in their cribs for the duration of 3 diaper changes and 2 bottle feedings.

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

Regulation: 3270.21/3270.104(a)

Description: General Health and Safety/Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/23, it was observed that the storage shelves in the Blue Jay(toddlers) and Cutie(infant) Classrooms were not secured and posed a possible crush hazard if pulled on by the children.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/23, it was observed that ratio was not met in the gross motor play space. Continued non-compliance from 11/1/23. At approximately 8:45 AM, staff person 1 was present in the gross motor play space with 2 infants and 3 young and older toddlers while staff person 2 was in the kitchen with one child for about 2-5 minutes.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Central Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/23, it was observed that ratio was not met in the gross motor play space. Continued non-compliance from 11/1/23. At approximately 8:45 AM, staff person 1 was present in the gross motor play space with 2 infants and 3 young and older toddlers while staff person 2 was in the kitchen with one child for about 2-5 minutes.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/23, it was observed that the outlet cover was missing on the outlet between the door to the Cuties Classroom and the hallway to the Penguins Classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, it was observed that the tan toybox in the blue jay classroom had a broken lid with a protruding sharp nail or staple.

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

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23 a plastic bag was observed in a low child cubby in the blue jay classroom where care is provided for older toddlers.

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.

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, it was observed that there was not 2 feet of space on the side of a crib that was in use in the cutie classroom. Pillows were observed to be stored up against the side of the crib on one occasion and a swing was in use on a second occasion beside a crib that was in use.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Regulation: 3270.113(e)

Description: Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23 it was observed that children were restrained at the facility. 2 young toddlers were observed to be restrained in high chairs in the owl classroom from 9:25-9:45 while watching a music program. Infants were observed to be awake and playing in their cribs. Staff stated that they do not often put them on the floor.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: On 11/6/23, it was observed that the agreement forms for children 1, 3, and 4 did not designate release persons.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: On 11/6/23, it was observed that children 1 and 4 did not have an admission date indicated on their agreement forms.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: On 11/6/23, it was observed that the emergency contact forms for children 1, 3, and 4 did not indicate the work address and phone number for the enrolling parent.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: On 11/6/23, it was observed that the emergency contact form for child 4 did not indicate any special needs for the child.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: On 11/6/23, it was observed that the emergency contact forms for children 1and 3 did not indicate addresses for their release persons.

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

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: On 11/6/23, it was observed that child 3 had been enrolled longer than 60 days and did not have a health assessment on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23 it was observed that correct child handwashing was not followed. It was observed that children did not wash hands before snack in the owl classroom and were given a baby wipe instead. It was observed that children did not wash hands before lunch in the blue jay classroom. It was observed that infant's hands were not washed after diaper changes in the cutie classroom. It was observed that young toddler's hands were not washed after diaper changes in the penguin classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, it was observed that there was not a hands free trash can for diapers present in the cuties classroom where infants are cared for.

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, it was observed that health assessments were not obtained in a timely manner. Staff person 2 had a health assessment and TB test dated 8/7/23 which was after their start date.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23 it was observed that staff did not follow correct hand washing procedures. Staff did not wash hands after changing diapers in the cuties classroom and used hand sanitizer instead. Staff did not wash hands after changing diapers in the penguin classroom and used a wipe instead.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, it was observed that there were not infant feeding schedules on file for the 3 infants in the cuties classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: On 11/5/23, it was observed that the file for child 2 had not been updated every 6 months. The original paperwork was dated 1/13/23 and a file update had not been completed as of the date of the visit.

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.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had a state police clearance on file dated 10/4/23 which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 1 had a FBI clearance dated 9/29/23 which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 2 did not have a FBI clearance on file. Staff person is past their 45 day provisional hire period and correct provisional hire procedures were not followed at the time of hire. Staff person 2 had provisional FBI clearance information dated 8/22/23, which was after their start date. Staff person 2 had a state police clearance date 7/24/23 which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 4 had FBI provisional paperwork and a FBI clearance dated 9/29/23 which was after their start date. Staff person 4 had a state police clearance dated 10/4/23 which was after their start date.

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

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23 it was observed that ratio was not maintained in the owl classroom (beside the office). Between 9:25 and 10:00 AM, 14 children were observed in the owl classroom (3 young toddlers, 6 older toddlers, and 5 preschoolers) with 2 staff persons (staff person 3 and 5). At a minimum, 3 staff members were needed to meet the ratio. On 3 separate occasions, staff person 3 was observed walking out of the classroom to answer the door or make a phone call. This left 1 staff member with 14 children (3 young toddlers, 6 older toddlers, and 5 preschoolers).

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

Regulation: 3270.61(h)(2)(iii)

Description: Space may not be occupied by infant or young toddler

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, it was observed that the owl classroom was over capacity from 9:25 until 10:00 AM. The measured capacity for this classroom is 9 children. 14 children were present, 3 of which were young toddlers. The capacity may not be exceeded for an activity with infants or young toddlers present. The children in the classroom were participating in music time from 9:25 until 9:45 AM and snack time from 9:45 until 10:00 AM On 11/6/23, it was observed that there were 9 children present in the Owl Classroom where the measured capacity is 8.

Correction Required: When the number of older toddler, preschool or school-age children participating in a program activity exceeds the capacity of the child care space the space may not be occupied by children of the infant or young toddler age levels.

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23 toxics were observed to be accessible to children in the facility. In the owl classroom, hand sanitizer was observed on a low shelf under the windows. In the blue jay classroom, bleach water was observed on a low shelf by the door closest to the bathroom. In the cuties classroom, diaper creams were observed in the boxes on the bottom shelves of the changing table.

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

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, it was observed that the first aid kit in the owl classroom was accessible to children. The first aid kit was stored in a backpack on a low shelf near the door closest to the director's office.

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

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, peeling paint was observed in the penguin classroom on the grey wall in the play area.

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

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: On 11/1/23, it was observed that the emergency exit door between the owls and the cuties classrooms was obstructed by a walker and an infant carseat. CORRECTED ON SITE.

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

Regulation: 3270.25(b)

Description: Post the inspection summary

Noncompliance Area: On 8/14/23, it was observed that the most recent inspection summary which has citations that have not been corrected, was not posted in a conspicuous location for the parents.

Correction Required: The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: On 4/13/23, it was observed that the thermometer in the refrigerator in the kitchen area was inoperable. Continued non-compliance was observed on 5/22/23.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 5/22/23, it was observed that Child 1 (age 3 months) was left alone in the penguin classroom, sleeping in a pack and play for approximately 20-30 minutes. Certification staff arrived at 12:15 and child was discovered at approximately 12:30. Staff person 1 was the designated staff person for that classroom and was out of the building at the time of certification staff arrival. Staff person 1 returned to building at approximately 12:20, spent some time in the office, and then walked through the building with certification staff until reaching the Penguin classroom where child 1 was sleeping.

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. TIERED LIS: The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 5/22/23, it was observed that Child 1 (age 3 months) was left alone in the penguin classroom, sleeping in a pack and play for approximately 20-30 minutes. Certification staff arrived at 12:15 and child was discovered at approximately 12:30. Staff person 1 was the designated staff person for that classroom and was out of the building at the time of certification staff arrival. Staff person 1 returned to building at approximately 12:20, spent some time in the office, and then walked through the building with certification staff until reaching the Penguin classroom where child 1 was sleeping.

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. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 5/22/23, it was observed that Child 1 (age 3 months) was left alone in the penguin classroom, sleeping in a pack and play for approximately 20-30 minutes. Certification staff arrived at 12:15 and child was discovered at approximately 12:30. Staff person 1 was the designated staff person for that classroom and was out of the building at the time of certification staff arrival. Staff person 1 returned to building at approximately 12:20, spent some time in the office, and then walked through the building with certification staff until reaching the Penguin classroom where child 1 was sleeping.

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. TIERED LIS: The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 5/22/23, it was observed that Child 1 (age 3 months) was left alone in the penguin classroom, sleeping in a pack and play for approximately 20-30 minutes. Certification staff arrived at 12:15 and child was discovered at approximately 12:30. Staff person 1 was the designated staff person for that classroom and was out of the building at the time of certification staff arrival. Staff person 1 returned to building at approximately 12:20, spent some time in the office, and then walked through the building with certification staff until reaching the Penguin classroom where child 1 was sleeping.

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. TIERED LIS: Provider will also attend Existing Provider Orientation on July 13, 2023.