Gravel Hill Church Christian Child Care
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About the Provider
In December of 2009, the facility was awarded a Star 3 rating by the Keystone Stars Initiative. Starz is a Pennsylvania initiative to ensure quality child care. The child care has worked tirelessly to secure this rating and is very excited to have made this achievement.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
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| 2026-06-23 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: Child #1 ran upstairs and outside of the building. Child #1 was outside less than 1 minute before running to a teacher who was on the playground. 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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The church did not approve using locks on the door, so I bought door/window alarms for the basement door that child #1 ran through from the lunchroom. The alarm has been installed and is working properly. I will include a picture and a video. No alarm was added to the exterior door since it wouldn't be heard. |
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| 2026-04-07 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.111(c) - Promote development | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(c) Description: Promote development Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 was seen on video pulling a child by the arm and putting them on the floor. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility person #1 was addressed about the issue and choose to quit their position. |
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| 2026-04-07 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(c) Description: No ridicule or threaten harm Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 was seen on video pulling a child by the arm and putting them on the floor. Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member choose to leave her position with the center instead of being written up or suspended from her position. |
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| 2025-11-12 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.111(c)/3270.113(d) - Promote development/No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(c)/3270.113(d) Description: Promote development/No harsh language Noncompliance Area: It was confirmed through staff interview, that an altercation occurred between staff persons 1 and 2, where inappropriate language was used while the staff shouted at one another, in front of the children. 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. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff members were instructed to separate and take a break. Employee number 1 was asked to come to the office and discuss what happened. She admitted that she was angry because employee number 2 was not cooperating with her as she was dropping off her child. Staff member number 1 was reminded of appropriate workplace communication and a letter was issue to her as a parent since she was not on the clock at the time of the incident. |
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| 2025-10-29 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(b) Description: No physical punishment Noncompliance Area: On 10/24/25, staff person 1 tapped a child on their face (left cheek) with their hand, as a consequence for hitting another child. This was confirmed through interview of staff persons 2, 3, 4, and 5. Staff person 1 admitted to tapping the child on the face. Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was initially suspended and was then terminated on 11/3/2025. All current staff will take a training on temperament on 11/21/25 and will complete a self- assessment as well as write up a summary of what they learned in the training. Staff will also be reminded of the law. |
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| 2025-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 2 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent was requested to provide the insurance number for emergency contact sheet. |
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| 2025-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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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 10/23/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for children 2 and 10 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both of the emergency contacts were signed by parents. |
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| 2025-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/25, it was observed that a ceiling tile in classroom 207 had water damage. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The ceiling tile has been removed and replaced with one that is undamaged. |
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| 2025-06-09 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: On 6/9/25, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, 3, and 4 did not have two written, nonfamily references on file. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff members were asked to provide to letters of reference from non-family members. |
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| 2025-06-09 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: On 6/9/25, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff persons 2 and 3 were currently employed at the facility and did not have a completed NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file. Staff persons 2 and 3 may not work with children until completed NSOR 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 #2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member 2 and 3 had to call into the state to check on the status of their NSOR. Both staff members were then able to receive their NSORs and turned them into the center director. Staff persons 2 and 3 did not return to work until NSOR was on file. |
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| 2025-06-09 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) Description: Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters Noncompliance Area: On 6/9/25, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, 3 and 4 did not have documentation of education or experience on file to meet the qualifications for their position. Staff person 1 was functioning as an aide and staff persons 2, 3, and 4 were functioning as assistant group supervisors. 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 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff were required to turn in their high school diploma, high school transcripts, or college diplomas. |
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| 2025-06-09 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1) Description: Every 60 days Noncompliance Area: On 6/9/25, it was observed that fire drills were not held every 60 days. The last recorded fire drill was on 3/28/25 creating a lapse of 73 days. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A fire drill was held on 6/10/2025 after the visit by our inspector. |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that there was damaged equipment at the facility. The cover on one of the stools in the young school age room was observed to be torn. CORRECTED ON SITE. The blue wall mats on the far side of the gym were observed to be frayed on the edges. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The stool was initially covered with duct tape. However, a new stool was purchased, and the ripped one was thrown away. The blue mat will have clear packaging tape applied to the mat until the mat can be replaced in 2025 by the church. |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.111(a) - Written plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(a) Description: Written plan Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that a daily schedule of activities was not posted for the older school age classroom. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The daily schedule has been posted outside the classrooms. |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.133(7) - Medication log | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7) Description: Medication log Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that medication was present for child 6, but no medication log was available. Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff asked parents at the time of pick up to complete a new medical form and return it the next day. |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that the facility did not have a continuity of care plan as part of their facility emergency plan. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plan of correction is to create a plan of continuity for the childcare center. The plan will be kept with our emergency plan. This plan will also be sent to licensing certifier |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated every 24 months. Staff person 2 had a health assessment on file that expired on 7/12/24, which was not updated until 7/29/24. Staff person 5 had a health assessment on file that expired on 5/25/24, which was not updated until 7/12/24. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the beginning of the year staff will be given a list of their clearances and physical dates and when they expire. Staff will be in charge of their dates and making appointments prior to the expiration date of their physicals. |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that child 10 did not have signed parental consent for minor first aid on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We were able to get the parent to sign the form during the inspection process. All lines on the emergency contact are now filled in. |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed regarding clearances at time of hire and clearance updates every 60 months. Staff person 1 had an NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file dated 10/5/23 which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 2 had a child abuse clearance on file that expired on 10/9/24 which was not updated until 10/23/24. Staff person 3 had a Child Abuse clearance on file that expired on 12/9/23 which was not updated until 12/12/23. Staff person 4 had a NSOR clearance on file dated 10/4/24, with provisional paperwork dated 10/2/24, which was after their start date. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All violations were corrected prior to inspection. All clearances are now on file. |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that the first aid kit in the older 3's classroom did not contain tape. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This violation was corrected during the inspection process. Tape was added to the first aid kit in the 3's classroom |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the facility. Peeling paint/exposed plaster was observed in the Young One's classroom around the base of the mirror. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The short term fix was to move a shelf over to cover the holes as well as photos to cover holes that were higher up on the wall. Long term solution will be to re-paint the wall or apply a vinyl covering to the entire wall |
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| 2024-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.91(a) Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Noncompliance Area: On 10/23/24, it was observed that the mailbox cart was blocking one of the doors to the four's classroom. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cart was moved away from the door and placed against the wall in the hallway. |
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| 2024-07-12 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: On 7/12/24, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have pediatric first aid and CPR training on file and was past 90 days of employment. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. 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 #2 will have until _8/12/24__ to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 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 #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member did attend a class on 7/25/24 for pediatric first aid and CPR training. We have not received her clearance or card. Please allow me until 8/30/24 to receive this information from the training institute. |
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| 2024-07-12 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: On 7/12/24, it was observed that staff person 1 was past 45 days of employment and did not have their FBI clearance or their NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file. Staff person 1 may not return to work until documents are 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility Person #1 contacted NSOR licensing office who confirmed they received the application but their records show the clearance was not mailed. FP #1 requested that it be sent immediately and also emailed a new application. She received it in the mail and returned to work on 7/30/24. Facility Person #1 registered for FBI clearance for the state of PA on 7/12. She did have a clearance from Ohio. 7/15/24 her FBI clearance came back. Both of these documents were emailed to OCDEL. |
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| 2023-12-27 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(b) Description: No physical punishment Noncompliance Area: Staff person 1 handled child 1 in a rough manner by grabbing them around their upper arms and placing them roughly in a flat position on their back in a pack and play and then roughly shaking and dragging the pack and play across the room. Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The provider will take the same steps that were followed. We will remove the teacher from the classroom and ask them to take a break. Next we will talk with the staff member to determine what occured in the classroom. After discussing the incident the director will decided the consequences for the staff members actions. In this incident the staff member was removed from her position within the center and terminated. These steps are outlined in our employee handbook which all staff members signed. |
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| 2023-10-13 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: On 10/13/23, it was observed that the front of the shelves on the white and blue shelf were chipped and worn. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff will cover the shelves with contact paper to cover the chipped and worn shelves. Staff will also check daily to make sure that the contact paper is staying on the shelf. |
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| 2023-10-13 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: On 10/13/23, it was observed that child 9 and 11 did not have addresses on file 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will speak with the families and ask them to correct and update the addresses on file for the individuals designated by the parents to whom the child may be released. |
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| 2023-10-13 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: On 10/13/23 it was observed that staff person 1, 3, and 4 did not have the required Health and Safety update training on file. All staff persons completed their original 10 hour health and safety training before 10/22 and should have completed the 1 hour update. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All three staff members were instructed to complete the updated training while on the clock on 10/13 and on 10/16. All three staff member completed the course and printed off their certificates and turned them into the office for submission to DHS. |
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| 2023-10-13 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: On 10/13/23 it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Clearances must be updated every 60 days. Staff person 5 had a child abuse clearance on file that expired on 5/5/23 that was not updated until 9/12/23. Staff person 6 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 2/17/23 that was not completely updated. Clearance agency was not successful in obtaining fingerprints. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Documents were corrected upon DHS inspection on 10/13. |
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| 2023-10-13 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: On 10/13/23, it was observed that lotion was accessible to children in a lower drawer in the 3's classroom bathroom. CORRECTED ON SITE. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff in the classroom will double check that all loations are kept of out of reach of children at at all time. Staff member's went through the drawers and verified no more loations were present in the drawers. |
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| 2023-10-13 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: On 10/13/23, it was observed that the bottom of the wooden doors in the 2's 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A metal kick plate will be installed on the bottom of the wooden doors in the classroom. All other classrooms will be checked to make sure this is not an issue in other area's of the building. |
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| 2023-10-13 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: On 10/13/23 peeling paint was observed in the facility. Peeling paint was observed on the windowsills in the older ones, 3's, 4's, PreK, and Kindergarten classrooms and on the windowsills in the gym. Peeling paint was observed on the wall in the hallway outside of the gym doors. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The windowsills in the areas cited will be sanded, primed and then painted with two coats of white paint. The peeling paint on the wall outside the gym will be sanded, primed and painted. |
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| 2023-01-24 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: On 1/24/23, it was observed that the file of child #1, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of three HIB vaccinations and 4 DTaP vaccinations, as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 2/6/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 2/13/2023, the child will receive the required immunizations and parents will provide an updated immunization list on 2/14/2023. |
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| 2022-10-04 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: On 11/10/22, it was observed that child 8 did not have a work address on file for their enrolling parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents have provided the address for their work. Both parents state they work from home. The home address has been added to the EC. |
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| 2022-10-04 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: On 11/10/22, it was observed that child 7 did not have an health insurance policy number on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent provided updated insurance information to their child's Emergency Contact. |
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| 2022-10-04 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: On 11/10/22, it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated every 24 months. Staff person 2 had a health assessment on file that expired on 6/1/22 that was not updated until 9/25/22. Staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 9/3/22 that was not updated until 9/23/22. Staff person 5 had a health assessment and TB test on file that was dated more than 12 months prior to their start date with children. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member 5 was sent for a physical and TB test. It was a miscommunication on how long a physical is good for new hires. Staff members 1 and 2 have updated physicals on file. |
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| 2022-10-04 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: On 11/10/22, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 2 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 1/2/22 that was not updated until 9/30/22. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 3 had a FBI clearance on file dated 9/23/22, which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. An FBI clearance or provisional paperwork must be on file before starting employment with children. Staff person 4 had a Mandated Reporter clearance on file that expired on 8/5/22 that was not updated until 9/22/22. Mandated Reporter training must be updated every 60 months. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will be reminded of expiring credentials 2 months prior to them expiring. If a staff member does not renew/update clearances by the expiration date, they will not be allowed to work in the center until new clearances are acquired. New staff persons will either have a FBI clearance or correct provisional paperwork on file before starting employment with children. |
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| 2022-10-04 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: On 11/10/22, it was observed that the facility did not have a policy in regards to Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A SBS/ABT policy was established and issued to families. The SBS/ABT policy was entered into the parent handbook for the center. |
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| 2022-10-04 | Renewal | 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(b) Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: On 11/10/22, it was observed that proof of purchase was not available for the fire detection system. Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The smoke detectors were purchased prior to the current director taking over in August 2020. I was with the director when she did purchase the smoke detectors in 2018 or 2019 but I am unable to find any hard copies or electronic documentation of proof of purchase. An Attestation Statement was signed in the place of a receipt. |
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| 2021-11-04 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: On 11/4/21, it was observed that the orange foam ramp in the young ones classroom was torn with exposed stuffing. CORRECTED ON SITE. The wooden table in the PreK classroom was observed to have peeling paint on the top surface. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The wooden table in the PreK classroom was removed and trashed. It was replaced with a table that did not have pealing paint. |
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| 2021-11-04 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: On 11/4/21 it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated in 24 months. Staff person 8 had a health assessment on file that expired on 12/10/20. A new health assessment was not on file until 3/18/21. Staff person 10 had a health assessment on file that expired on 9/20/21. A new health assessment was not on file until 10/7/21. Staff person 11 had a health assessment on file that expired on 10/2/21. A new health assessment was not on file. Staff person 13 had a health assessment on file that expired on 8/6/21. A new health assessment was not on file until 10/19/21. Staff person 17 had a health assessment on file that expired on 6/4/21. A new health assessment was not on file until 10/13/21. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will be reminded that their physicals need to be completed prior to the current one on files expires. |
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| 2021-11-04 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: On 11/4/21, it was observed that staff person 6 did not have verification of education on file. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #6 did turn in her high school diploma on 11/5/21. Please see image that was emailed. |
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| 2021-11-04 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: On 11/4/21, it was observed that staff persons did not have two written, nonfamily references on file. Staff person 2 had 1 reference on file. A 2nd reference is required. Staff person 3 did not have any references on file. 2 references are required. Staff person 4 had 1 reference on file. A 2nd reference is required. Staff person 5 had 1 reference on file. A 2nd reference is required. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Letter of recommendations for the listed staff have been updated and turned in to include more detail of how the staff member does with working with children. |
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| 2021-11-04 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: On 11/4/21 it was observed that documentation of Emergency Plan training at time of hire was not on file for staff persons 6 and 14. CORRECTED ON SITE. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure that all staff members are trained in our emergency plan on the first day of hire. I will create an on boarding checklist and make sure to include this training on the checklist. |
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| 2021-11-04 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: On 11/4/21, it was observed that staff persons 14 (start date 8/4/21) and Staff person 15 (start date 5/4/21) did not have Health and Safety Training in the first 90 days of employment. STAFF PERSON 15 WAS CORRECTED ON SITE. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon on boarding new staff members, they will be given the necessary training paper work with the expected dates that the items are due. If the necessary items are not completed by the given date, then the staff member will be suspended until the trainings are complete. Upon, looking for staff member #14, her PDR shows she did have the necessary health and safety trainings on 4/14/2014, 4/2//2014 and 5/5/2014. Please see attachment that has been emailed. |
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| 2021-11-04 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: On 11/4/21, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 (start date 4/26/21) did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) on file until 10/5/21, which is longer than 45 days after starting with children. Staff persons must have completed clearances on file within their first 45 days. Staff person 6 (start date 6/1/21) did not have a completed State Police Clearance Certification on file. Staff persons must have completed clearances on file within their first 45 days. CORRECTED ON SITE. Staff person 7 (start date 7/6/21) did not have a NSOR clearance on file until 10/26/21. Staff persons must have completed clearances on file within their first 45 days. Staff person 7 (start date 7/6/21) did not have a completed State Police Clearance on file. Staff persons must have completed clearances on file within their first 45 days. CORRECTED ON SITE. Staff person 9 (start date 8/27/21) did not have a Child Abuse or FBI clearance on file at time of hire. Child Abuse Clearance was dated 10/5/21. FBI clearance was dated 10/7/21. No provisional paperwork was on file. Completed clearances or provisional paperwork must be on file before their start date. Staff person 12 had a Child Abuse clearance on file that expired on 9/22/21 and was not updated until 10/13/21 and a FBI clearance on file that expired on 9/25/21 and was not updated. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 12 may not continue to work until completed FBI clearance is on file. Staff person 13 had a FBI clearance that expired on 1/20/21 and was not updated until 10/18/21. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 1 (start date 4/26/21) did not have Mandated Reporter training on file until 10/29/21, which is longer than 90 days after starting with children. Staff persons must have Mandated Reporter training on file within their first 90 days. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 12 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member 12 did turn in their FBI clearance on 11/5/21 at 7:30 am prior to beginning their shift. Staff member did turn in the NSOR form to the CC Director. |
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| 2021-11-04 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: On 11/4/21, it was observed that the ceiling vents in the Kindergarten and 3's classrooms had visible layers of dust. The ceiling tiles in the 2's and 3's classrooms had visible water spots and were in need of replacements. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Ceiling tiles in the 2's and 3's were replaced, please see images emailed. The vents in the ceiling were cleaned. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3270.102(a)/3270.104(a) - Clean and good repair/Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Two stools in the older school age room were in poor repair. The cushions were torn and foam was exposed. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The unsafe stools were removed from the classroom. New stools were purchased online on 10/14/2020 and replaced on 10/15/2020. Moving forward, staff will be reminded to include a visual inspection of the stools in their daily room checks. Staff will cover the peeling stool tops once they begin to rip/tear. If the stools become irreparable, then new stools will be purchased. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A pool noodle that was being used to cover a metal chalkboard ledge in a toddler room had multiple chunks taken out of it. Small pieces were able to be removed and this could be a choking hazard in a toddler room. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The pool noodles were removed from the classrooms. The chalk trays were removed from the bulletin boards so there is no longer a need for the pool noodles. Moving forward, if we need to use pool noodles in the center, we will make sure to inspect them daily as well as covering them with tape or fabric so the children cannot pick at them. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The thermometer in the refrigerator in the one year old room was reading at 48 F. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45 F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The thermostat has been turned to a colder setting on the refrigerator and has been checked daily. Moving forward, staff will be asked to check the thermometers when they open the fridge each time. If they notice the temperature is too warm the will adjust the temperature as needed. There will also be extra thermometers located in the office in case the thermometer stops reading correctly. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessment on file for staff person 1 was no longer valid (dated 9/20/2018). Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff member completed her physical on 10/19/2020 and turned in the staff health assessment form to the center director on 10/20/2020. This form is being sent to the DHS contact person ASAP. Moving forward, all clearance dates as well as physicals will be posted in the childcare office so staff can visually see when their expiration dates are for the necessary paper work that is needed to work in the center. Health assessments will be obtained timely. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Areas of peeling paint were observed on the walls in the one year old room and in the two year old room. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) 1. The teachers in the classroom covered the peeling paint with seasonal decorations. A request to the church has been made for the wall to be re-painted/redone with a vinyl wall so the paint won't peel anymore. The 2 year old class painted over the peeling paint. 2. Moving forward, the painted walls in the classrooms will be replaced with a vinyl wall to reduce the need to paint the walls as well as no more peeling paint. Other rooms in the center will be reminded to inspect their walls for peeling paint and first take a photo of the peeling paint, cover the peeling with blue painters tape and to notify the center director. The director will then notify the church for repairs. |
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| 2020-10-07 | Renewal | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A trash can located in a bathroom off of the lunchroom was not lidded. Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) 1. The trash can in the bathroom was replaced with a trash can with a lid. 2. Moving forward, to maintain compliance with this regulation, I directed the staff to check the trash can lid more frequently as well as communicate with the center custodian to inform the director when a trashcan lid is missing or needs to be replaced. Bathrooms will be equipped with a lidded trashcan. |
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| 2020-07-16 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff person 1 and staff person 2 each stated they were responsible for 3 of the children in the three year old classroom. There were 9 children in the group and only 6 of them were accounted for in primary care groups. Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The teachers have been reminded that they must know who is on their primary care list each day. They can carry this with them for when they go out of the classroom, have it posted on the classroom wall or in their book. But they must know each day who they are responsible for when they are here. I spoke to the teachers listed on this form and included the information in our staff meeting memo. |
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| 2019-10-16 | Renewal | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: An infant was observed sleeping in a pack and play that had less than 2 feet of space on three sides of the rest equipment. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Items were removed from in between pack and plays in the infant rooms. Staff have been reminded that they must have 2 feet of space between pack and plays clear from any mats or other items to ensure space for safe escape in case of an emergency. I will be checking classrooms periodically for compliance. |
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| 2019-10-16 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the record for child 1 (7 months old) did not include documentation regarding the child's immunizations (that are recommended by the ACIP) at 4 months and 6 months. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent was emailed and we received the proper documentation the day after the inspection. Paperwork will be checked more carefully for dates of immunizations and health assessments. Parents will be required to submit updated health assessments and immunizations as they are completed to maintain up to date files. |
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| 2019-10-16 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit located in the older school age space did not include band-aids. (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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bandaids have been added to the first aid kit. First Aid items will be replaced as they are used to maintain proper stock and DHS compliance. Staff will complete routine checks of items monthly during their lesson planning time to ensure items are being replaced. |
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| 2019-10-16 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The paint on an activity board located on the preschool playground was peeling off. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The activity board was removed from the location. Teachers have been asked to make sure the item has been fixed if they intend on putting it back on the fence of the playground. Peeling paint in the building or outside of the building will be properly covered until it can be painted or replaced. |
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| 2019-10-16 | Renewal | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The bathroom located off of the cafeteria were not equipped with lidded trash cans. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All trashcans have been replaced and will only be replaced with a lidded trash can from now on. |
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| 2019-09-12 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The facility self-reported the following incident: On 9-10-2019 around 11AM, Staff person #1 left child #1 (three year old) unsupervised in a classroom for a period of approximately 10-20 minutes after the group transitioned to the playground. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will count children as they transition through the building and onto the playground area. They will count prior to transition, as they transition and when they get to their destination point. Staff will supervise children at all times. Staff will position themselves so that children can be seen as they go through their day and transition through the building and playground area. All classrooms have a primary care group. Staff will know who the children are in their group, and will be aware when they are in attendance in the classroom. Staff will know who they have as they transition through the building and the playground area. |
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| 2019-07-10 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The record for staff person 1 included just one written, nonfamily reference. The record for staff person 4 did not include two written, nonfamily references. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The second reference from a non-family member has been received for staff person 1. The reference has been added to her file and a copy sent to our representative. We also received the 2 references for the other employee. Which have been added to her file and sent over to our representative. Moving forward, we will ask for 2 references to be completed prior to the staff persons first day and brought in on their first day of work. |
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| 2019-07-10 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The record for staff person 2 did not include documentation of education (high school diploma). She is serving as an assistant group supervisor. The record for staff person 3 did not include documentation of 2 years of child care experience. She is serving as an assistant group supervisor. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A high school diploma was received for staff person 2. It was added to her file and sent to our representative. Moving forward, HS diplomas will be on file for the start of employment. For staff person 3, verification of child care has been received and sent to our representative. Moving forward, verification of employment will be requested in order for employment to begin. |
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| 2019-07-10 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Multiple areas of damaged/peeling paint were observed in the older school age space. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The areas in room 302 where there is damaged paint/plaster has been covered by painters tape at this time. A church volunteer will repaint the classroom at the end of August/beginning of September once the children in this classroom have returned back to public school and there is no one using the room. Moving forward, we will cover damaged areas with painters tape until the church has approved for painting or other corrections to be comlpeted. |
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| 2018-10-11 | Renewal | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, 11 children were present in the older toddler classroom. When the four staff present in the child care space were asked which specific children they were responsible for, only 9 of the children were named. Two of the children were unaccounted in their primary care groups. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff members were reminded to know who their primary care group is at all time. This information should be posted in the classroom and teachers will know who they are responsible for. This information was shared with all classroom teachers after our inspection and will be included in our October staff meeting on October 25, 2018. |
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| 2018-10-11 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information on file for children 1-3 did not include the enrolling parent's work address. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The information that was missing from the 3 files has been completed by the parents. Moving forward, emergency contact forms will be checked for full completion during their 6 month reviews. Any information missing will be completed by the parents at that time. For new families, emergency contact forms will be reviewed upon enrollment and any missing information completed. |
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| 2018-10-11 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, the most recent health assessment update on file for staff person 1 was obtained after a period of 24 months. The health assessments were dated 6-16-2016 and subsequently 9-20-2018. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff member's physical was completed, but it was late. Moving forward, staff physicals will be completed prior to their expiration date. Any staff member that cannot get their physical completed by then will not be allowed to work with children. Staff will not be permitted to work until the health assessment is updated and on file. |
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| 2018-10-11 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, 3 outlets in the gym (gross motor area) did not have outlet covers in place. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The outlet covers that were missing from the gymnasium have been properly covered. Electrical outlets will be checked on a regular basis to make sure they are covered per the regulation. |
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| 2018-10-11 | Renewal | 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, bingo dotters labeled "keep out of the reach of children" were located on an art cart in an area accessible to preschool aged children. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bingo dotters were removed from the art area that the children have accessibility to. Materials will be checked more closely and often to make sure they do not say, "keep out of the reach of children". Staff will also be reminded at monthly meetings to check their materials provided to children in order to meet regulations. |
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| 2018-10-11 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, wall tiles were observed to be falling loose from the wall in the bathroom that is used by the school age boys. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The boys bathroom on the second floor will be closed until the Church is able to repair the tiles. I was told on 10/19/18 that this should be completed by 1/31/19, however, the area will be closed until it can be repaired properly. |
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| 2018-09-14 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The facility self-reported that on 9/10/2018 at approximately 4:05 pm, staff person 1 smacked child 2's hand. On 9/19/2018, certification verified the incident occurred by viewing the video recording of the incident, and by speaking with staff person 1 (who admitted to smacking the child). Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was issued a written reprimand explaining the issue and was notified that her position will be terminated immediately if this occurred again. She was also required to attend a training on stress which she has signed up for to attend on 10-1-2018. Maintenance plan: Staff will not use any form of physical discipline. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.101(a) - Age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, play couches in the two year old classroom were observed to be torn, exposing the foam inside. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The couches were repaired. Teachers will continue to make sure the sofa has been taped and when it becomes too used we will replace it. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information on file for child 3 did not list the address of the child's physician. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child`s physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child's physician's address has been added to her emergency contact form. This information will be double checked when the forms are submitted, and missing information will be obtained. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information on file for child 1 did not include a medical 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child's health insurance information has been added to her emergency contact form. This information will be double checked when the forms are submitted, and missing information will be obtained. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information on file for children 2 and 3 did not include complete address information for listed release persons. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency contact form under addresses to release child(ren) to has been completed for both children. This information will be double checked when the forms are submitted, and missing information will be obtained. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the TB test on file for staff person 3 was dated more than 12 months prior to initial employment. The staff person's employment date was 8/14/17, and the TB test results were dated 7/27/16. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member will obtain an updated TB test and documentation will be sent DHS. New staff will be required to have a TB test 12 months prior to employment. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for staff person 1 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member will have this part of form completed on her next expected physical. New staff will be required to bring the state's health report form along to their physicals. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the records for staff persons 2 and 3 each included just one 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 |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Written references for each staff member have been obtained and will be faxed to DHS. All new staff will have 2 references on file. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, swiffer all purpose clearan was observed in the children's bathroom in between the kindergarten and 4 year old classrooms. A magic eraser was observed in the pre-k classroom in an area accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The items were removed or put into a locked closet. Cleaning materials will be kept in locked closet or in locked cabinet. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the first aid kit in the 2 year old classroom did not include 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Tweezers are included in med. kit. Teachers will continue to check kit more often and look for all items required and replace items as needed. |
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| 2017-10-26 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the following items were observed: An outlet plate in the young three year old classroom was cracked. A side panel on a baseboard heater fell loose. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility`s outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Maintenance fixed the heater and the outlet. Teachers will be sure to let me know when outlet covers and heater vents are to be fixed as needed. |
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