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Handled With Care Childcare Facility Llc

Erie, PA · Erie County
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ 3.0 (2 reviews)
925 STATE ST, Erie, PA 16501
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Quick Facts

Capacity
231 children
Age Range
6 weeks to 12 years of age
Rate Range
Based on age
Type of Care
Before and After School, Drop-in Care, Emergency Care, Full-Time
Transportation
Emergency Only, Field Trips, To/From School
Languages
English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

Contact Information

📞 (814) 453-7777
925 STATE ST
Erie, PA 16501
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00254879
License Issued
May 21, 2026
Active Through
May 21, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
Accreditation
Star 4 rating
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 1

Reviews

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Teneisha
2023-05-24 22:04:31
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I have used this provider for more than 6 months

By far the most professional, organized , clean daycare I have sent my kids to. It’s VERY NICE inside . All the teachers I have met love my kids and are VERY nice . The director stays on top of a lot & is also involved with the kids (which I never seen before ) . Dealing with different kids, different ages , different pers I believe they do their best & it shows as a whole facility. Finding a daycare like this is hard , my kids will not be leaving no time soon . If I could give more than 5 stars I would . Shout out to Stefania, takorshia, Nadine, Kito, Veronica, & everyone else that spends time and help my babies ????

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Raina
2021-12-12 14:42:52
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I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My daughter was sent home with all of her belongings because I questioned her daycare “teacher” about a scratched eye that turned into a black eye. She was 2 at the time. She’s now 9. Maybe things have changed since then but the facility was very unprofessional at that time. She went from 8 weeks old until 2. There were a few incidents of scratches but a black eye took the cake and had I been an older mother at the time, I would’ve taken further action. The owner did not consult with me, she merely fired my daughter an attendee. Very distasteful to say the least.

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HANDLED WITH CARE IS A LICENCED CHILDCARE FACILITY PROVIDING QUALITY CARE, QUALIFIED STAFF AND A BEAUTIFUL CLEAN FACILITY WHICH IS VERY IMPORTANT TO PARENTS. WE ALSO PRIDE OURSELVES IN PROVIDING A LOVING COMFORTABLE, NURTURING STYLE OF CARE FOR OUR CHILDREN.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.102(f) - Indoor climbing- protective surface Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(f)

Description: Indoor climbing- protective surface

Noncompliance Area: There was no protective surfacing under a piece of climbing equipment in the Rainbow room.

Correction Required: Indoor play equipment for climbing shall be installed or used over a protective surface covering which does not interfere with the stability of the equipment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Protective surfacing was placed under the climbing equipment immediately when discovered.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment on file for child #1, a young toddler, was completed more than 6 months after the prior health assessment.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The health assessment for child # 1 was already on file but was completed outside of the required timeframe.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The current health assessments on file for Facility Persons #2 and #4 were completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessments 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The health assessment for facility persons # 2 was completed on 10/13/25 and for facility person #4 on 2/5/25 so were on file at the time of inspection, but were completed outside of the required timeframe
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: Facility Persons # 1 and #3 were classified as assistant group supervisors. There was documentation of an international degree and at least 2 years of child care experience on file for Facility Person #1, but there was no U.S. equivalency for the international degree documented and on file. There was documentation of high school completion and less than 2 years of child care experience documented and on file for Facility Person #3.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
staff files for facility persons # 1 and # 3 were reviewed. Required documents for qualifications and experience has been obtained and placed in their files to ensure compliance with AGS and teacher's aid.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: There was an uncovered outlet on a power strip (plugged in) and in reach of children in the Rocket room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The power strip was covered immediately when discovered and removed out of reach of the children.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: There were no tweezers in the first aid kit in the gym. There was no tape in the first aid kit in the Wizards room.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The tweezers and tape were put in the first aid kits immediately when discovered.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: There were small areas of damaged plaster on walls in the Rocket and Bumblebees rooms.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The damaged plaster was covered immediately with tape when discovered.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.82(e) - Toilet and sinks proper height Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(e)

Description: Toilet and sinks proper height

Noncompliance Area: There was no stool in the Rainbow room to allow the children to reach the sink to wash their hands.

Correction Required: Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
There was a stool placed at both sinks immediately
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.92(a) - No portable space heaters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.92(a)

Description: No portable space heaters

Noncompliance Area: There was a portable space heater in the office.

Correction Required: Portable space heaters are not permitted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The portable space heater was removed from the facility immediately upon notification.
2026-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:20 AM in the gym, Facility Persons #1, #2, and #3 were supervising a total of 20 schoolagers (5 older schoolagers and 15 younger schoolagers). When asked to identify the children that they were each supervising, Facility Person #1 identified 7 children, Facility Person #2 identified 5 children, and Facility Person #3 identified 7 children, totaling 19 children. It was determined that one child was not assigned to any of the staff for supervision purposes.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Remaining child was immediately assigned to a staff person for supervision. To support supervision and accurate ratios, teacher picture tags are posted on the dry erase board. The children assigned to each teacher will be listed under that teacher's tag, and the total number of children per teacher will be clearly displayed.
2026-01-21 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The facility's fire detection log documented dates 12/5/25-1/5/26, more than 30 days apart.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration may conduct required safety drills ahead of schedule when a planned closure (holiday, weather, emergency, or other non-operational day) would otherwise cause the program to exceed the required completion timeframe.
2025-10-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: There were 2 mats in the Bumblebee room and 5 mats in the Rocket room, in use during rest time, with less than 2 feet of space on 3 sides.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The piece of equipment in between the 2 mats in the Bumblebee room was moved. Starting the next day, we changed the routine in the Rocket room so they eat lunch outside of the classroom and we are able to use the entire room for rest mats, so they have the proper spacing.
2025-10-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: There was a shelving unit in front of a doorway exiting from the Rainbow room to the hallway.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The shelving unit was immediately moved away from the doorway and was later replaced by a gate.
2025-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.61(c) - 40 square feet wall-to-wall Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61(c)

Description: 40 square feet wall-to-wall

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 1:15 PM, there were 22 children (18 young schoolagers and 4 older schoolagers) recieving care in the Wizard room, which has an established maximum measured capacity of 17 children.

Correction Required: Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will monitor attendance throughout the day and, if the number of children approaches the licensed capacity, we will immediately reassign children and staff to another approved space, such as the gross motor room, to remain within capacity limits at all times.
2025-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The documentation of smoke detector testing on file at the facility indicates the most recent the date the program's detectors were tested was 6/18/25. Smoke detectors are required to be tested at least every 30 days, and testing documented.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All smoke detectors in the facility were tested and verified to be in working order. Results were documented in the Smoke Detector Testing Log and placed in the facility safety file.
2025-04-04 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 2:45 PM, Facility Person #1 was observed caring for 7 young toddlers in the Baby Bear room.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Another staff was sent in the room with Staff # 1 until the aide returned.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: There were five rest mats in use in the Baby Bear room that were labeled with #'s corresponding to names of children listed on a chart that were different than the names of the children who were using them.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
When combining children in another class we will take their assigned mats to the class with them.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 2:30 PM in the Zebra room, Facility Person #3 was supervising 11 preschoolers resting on mats. Facility Person #3 was seated at a table where they were unable to see two of the preschoolers in the room due to their positioning and the placement of the rest equipment and furniture in the 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Another staff was put into the Zebra so all 11 preschoolers could be seen and supervised. In the future children will be placed so they are visible to teacher at all times.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.119 - Infant sleep position Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.119

Description: Infant sleep position

Noncompliance Area: In the Sunshine room, there were 2 infants observed to be sleeping in swings and one infant observed to be sleeping on the floor, propped up in a boppy pillow.

Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The teachers removed the sleeping babies and placed them in their correct rest equipment.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The most recent child service reports on file for children #1 and #3 were completed more than 6 months prior.

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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
child # 1 and # 3 assessments were completed and signed by the parents
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms on file for children #2 and #4 did not include the addresses of all release persons listed on each form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
# 2 parent removed that person from the child's file # 4 parent did add the address of the person the child can be released to
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Facility Person #8 was completed more than 12 months prior to their respective start dates.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
staff # 8 has a new completed Health assessment.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The current first aid/CPR training documented and on file for Facility Person #4 was completed after the expiration of the previous first aid training completed an documented.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
staff # 4 was removed from the schedule until the CPR certification was renewed. In the future files will be reviewed quarterly in order for us to establish employees that may be nearing renewal of forms.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The current mandated reporter training completed and documented on file for Facility Persons # 4 and #9 were completed more than 60 months after their previous respective mandated reporter trainings.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 4 and # 9's mandated reporting were completed at the time of inspection.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The NSOR clearances on file for Facility Person #1, #3, #4, #6, #7, and #9 were more than 60 months old. Facility Person #3 was observed caring for children unsupervised. The current criminal history, child abuse and FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #4 were completed more than 60 months after the previous respective clearance on file. The current FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #5 was completed after their hire date. There was no application for an FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #5.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1, #3, #4, # 6, #7 and #9 may not work in a child care position at the facility without all completed clearances on file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 1, #3, #4, #6, #7 and # 9 were removed from the schedule immediately. Staff #1, #3, #4, #6 ,#7 and #9 were removed from the schedule until UPDATED NSOR applications were APPROVED.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The only verification of previous child care experience located in the file for Facility Person # 2. required for their aide classification, did not indicate the name of the person for which the hours of experience were verified.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 2 turned in an updated verification of hours form.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: There was a spray bottle of a cleaning product on a self in reach of children in the Zebra room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The spray bottle was removed and hung up out of the children's reach.
2025-02-24 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: There was a small area of peeling paint on the wall in the Bumblebees room behind a trash can.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The peeling paint was covered up with painter's tape on site
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: There was a cracked plastic toy bin in the Wizard room, creating a sharp edge/potential pinch point.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bin was taped up during inspection and then we removed the bin
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: There was less than 2 feet of space on three sides of a rest mat in use the Zebra room and two rest mats in use the Rockets room.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
selves and furniture were moved around so the mats are 2 feet apart
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(3)

Description: Name on bottle

Noncompliance Area: There was Flovent in the medication box in the Bumblebee room not labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended.

Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The flovent was placed in the correct medication box it came in for the right child.
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: There was no written parental consent to administer a particular child's epipen at the facility.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We had her guardian sign the consent to administer the child's epipen
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of current emergency plan training on file for Facility Person #1.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 1 was retrained on the emergency plan training on 7/18/24
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: There was documentation of 8 hours of child care training on file for the most recent review year on file for Facility Person #1.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 1 was trained the for cpr which is 4 hrs of training on 5/4/24 and he was trained for Ages and Stages which is also 4 hrs of training that was ON 8/4/24
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of firesafety training completed and on file for Facility Person #1 from the previous 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff was trained for Fire safety training on 7/22/24 from the Fire inspector from the city of Erie
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: There was no evaluation completed and on file for Facility Person #1 from 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
There was an evaluation done for staff # 1 on 7/19/24
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: There were uncovered outlets on an extension cord near the floor in the Bumblebees room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The outlets were covered.
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In the Zebra room, there were cleaning supplies on the floor in an unlocked closet. In the Wizard room there was a disinfectant spray bottle on a shelf in reach of children. In the Sunshine room, there was diaper cream in an unlocked cabinet under 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The door was locked on the same day. The disinfectant in the school age room was removed. The diaper cream was removed and placed in the medication box on top of the cabinet.
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: There were no tweezers in the first aid kit in the Stars room.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Tweezers were put into the first aid kit
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: There was a small area of damaged plaster on a wall in the Wizard room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The damaged wall was covered with tape for the time being.
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The documentation of smoke detector testing on file indicates that smoke detectors were tested on 3/4/24 then again on 4/4/24, more than 30 days apart.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
No correction could not be made on this citaion.
2024-02-08 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: There was a low shelving unit in the Lions room (not currently in use) with several sharp screws protruding from the back of the unit.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was already corrected the day of the insepction. The shelve was removed from the classroom
2024-02-08 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: There were no assessments for children #1, #2, and #3 completed and on file and a copy given to the parents, in the previous 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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The assesments were printed off and given to the parents. They signed a copy for our files and a copy was sent home with them.
2024-02-08 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: There were no emergency contact forms in the gym present for children receiving care in that space. There was no emergency contact form in the Rocket room for one of the children receiving care in that space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This correction was made the same day as inspection. We put that child's emergency contact in the classroom, but we also use Procare and it has files for all the kids that all teachers have access to.
2024-02-08 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: The medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Wizards room.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This correction was made the same day as the insepction. The emergency transportation plan was posted in the classroom for the staff to see.
2024-02-08 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Facility Person #2 was observed walking a child down the hallway, unsupervised. There was no documentation on file indicating that Facility Person #2 had completed the required pre-service health & safety training.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Person #2 was not left alone be herself and she will no longer be left alone until her pre-service training is completed.
2024-02-08 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The facility's letter to the families explaining their emergency plan did not include information on planned accommodations in the event of an emergency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We added the accomodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilites and any children with medical needs to our letter to the families for our emergency plan.
2024-02-08 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: The documentation of the health & safety training completed and on file for Facility Person #1 indicates the training was completed more than 90 days after their start date.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was already corrected before inspection when I realized I told her to do the hour training instead of the 10 hr training.
2024-02-08 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: There were Clorox wipes in a cabinet in the Wizards room in reach of school-age children in care in the classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was corrected the same day of inspection. The clorox wipes were removed from the schoolage room
2024-02-08 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: The trash can at a sink in the Bumblebees room 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was corrected the same day of the inspection. I replaced the trash can with a brand new can that included a lid.
2023-05-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.20(a)(1) - Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.20(a)(1)

Description: Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child

Noncompliance Area: On 4/25/23, child #1 received emergency room treatment after the child suffered a medical event at the facility. The incident was not reported to the regional certification office within 24 hours.

Correction Required: The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immediately after dialing 911 the director will contact the parent and then by the end of the day of incident file the incident report on pelican.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: There were two cribs in the infant room each labeled with the names of two children, all of whom were present, receiving care at the facility at the same time.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A MAT LIST WILL BE POSTED IN ALL CLASSROOMS WITH 1 RESTING EQUIPMENT FOR EACH CHILD MARKED PRESENT IN OUR FACILITY. THE RESTING EQUIPMENT WILL BE LABELED OR NUMBERED ACCORDING TO THAT CHILD AND USED FOR ONLY THAT CHILD.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.119 - Infant sleep position Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.119

Description: Infant sleep position

Noncompliance Area: An infant was observed to be asleep in a swing, not in the position recommended b y the AAP.

Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
ALL INFANTS WILL BE PLACED IN THE PROPER RESTING EQUIPMENT AS RECOMMENDED BY THE AAP IN THE RECOMMENDED SLEEPING POSITION.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for child #1 did not specify the admission date.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
THIS WAS CORRECTED ON SITE. ADMINISTRATION WILL ENSURE THAT ALL CHILDREN HAVE THE ADMISSION DATE ON THE AGREEMENT IN THE FUTURE.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.135(e) - 2 hour diaper check Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(e)

Description: 2 hour diaper check

Noncompliance Area: According to documentation of diaper changes/checks and staff statements, one of the children receiving care in the Stars room was changed at 7:53 AM, and then not checked again until they were changed at 10:43 AM. In the Baby Bears room, there were two children whose diapers were changed around 8:00 AM, then checked again at 10:40 AM. None of these children were asleep when diaper changes/checks were due, as per documentation and staff statements.

Correction Required: A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CHILDREN WILL BE CHANGED AT TIME OF ACCEPTANCE AS WELL AS WITHIN 2 HRS. OF UNTIL SENT HOME.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency, which is required under federal regulation.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A CONTINGENCY PLAN HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN OUR EMERGENY PLAN DETAILING KEY POINTS OF OUR PLAN FOR CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the update to the health and safety training on file for Facility Person #4 indicates the training was completed after the required due date of 12/30/22

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. Required health and safety update trainings must be completed within the timeframes prescribed by OCDEL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Seen during inspection
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment on file for Facility Person #2 was completed on 10/7/22, after their start date. (See IS Code Sheet.)

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
AN UPDATED STAFF HEALTH ASSESSMENT WILL BE ACQUIRED PRIOR TO POTENTIAL HIRE START DATE. AND ONE WILL BE CONDUCTED ANNUALLY AFTER THAT.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)

Description: Exam communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Facility Person #3 indicated that Facility Person 3 has a communicable disease, but did not provide further information regarding the communicable disease.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
ADMINISTRATION WILL REVIEW THE STAFF HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND MAKE SURE IT IS PROPERLY FILLED OUT BY THE POTENTIAL STAFF'S DR. INCLUDING ALL RESULTS OF THE TEST CONDUCTED.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.183(a) - Locked cabinet Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.183(a)

Description: Locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: Children's files were not stored in a locked cabinet.

Correction Required: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
LOCK SMITH CAME ON SITE THE SAME DAY, MADE KEYS FOR BOTH CABINETS
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.193(a) - Confidential; stored in locked cabinet Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.193(a)

Description: Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: Facility persons' records were not stored in a locked cabinet.

Correction Required: Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
LOCK SMITH CAME ON SITE THE SAME DAY, MADE KEYS FOR BOTH CABINETS
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not include a plan for shelter in place in the event of an emergency,

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A COPY OF THE SHELTER IN PLACE PLAN WAS ADDED TO THE EMERGENCY PLAN. A COPY OF BOTH IS INCLUDED AND PLACED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not specify accommodations for infants, toddlers in an emergency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
AN EMERGENCY EVACUATION ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS WAS ADDED TO THE FACILITIES EMERGENCY PLAN REVIEWED AND DOCUMENTED AND PLACED THROUGHOUT THE CENTER.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: There most recent emergency drill documented was conducted on 1/14/22, more than 12 months prior.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
EMERGENCY DRILLS WILL BE CONDUCTED ANNUALLY.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: Reviews of the emergency plan were documented as follows: 1/4/21, then again on 10/1/22, more than 12 months apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A REVIEW OF THE EMERGENCY PLAN WILL BE CONDUCTED AT LEAST ANNUALY AND ANY UDATES WILL BE ADDED AT THAT TIME AND THROUGHOUT. DOCUMENTATION OF THE REVIEW WILL BE KEPT ON FILE AS WELL AS WITHIN OUR EMERGENCY PLAN.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: There was no letter to provide to the parents of enrolled children explaining the facility's emergency plan.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A LETTER WAS PROVIDED TO THE PARENTS VIA OUR PARENT COMMUNICATION'S APP... HI MAMA MARCH 22, 2023
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of acceptable pediatric first aid and CPR training on file for Facility Person #8, who has been employed at the facility more than 90 days.

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #8 will have until 4/1/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #8 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person 8, staff person #8 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
WE RECEIVED PQAS INSTRUCTED AND COMPLETED PEDIATRIC AND FIRST AID CPR TRAINING PROVIDED ON 3-6-23. WE WILL CONSULT WITH MORE THAN ONE Pediatric First Aid and CPR Coordinator TO CONFIRM VALIDATION OF CPR AND FIRST AID TRAINING CERTIFICATE TO ENSURE INSTRUCTOR IS PQAS APPROVED.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: There was no NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #1. The application for an NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #1 was dated after their start date. (See IS Code Sheet.) There were no clearances on file from the other state in which Facility Person #9 lived within the previous 5 years. The criminal history, child abuse and FBI clearances on file for Facility Person #10 were each updated more than 60 months after the previous respective clearance on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Persons #1 and #9 may not work at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF #1 WAS REMOVED FROM SERVICE IMMEDIATELY UNTIL HER NSOR WAS PROVIDED. #9 WAS REMOVED FROM THE SCHEDULE UNTIL WE RECEIVED HER WA STATE CLEARANCES. #10 WAS CORRECTED ON SITE.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation on file of the education required for the respective staff classifications for Facility Persons #6 & #7.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
#6 WAS NOT LEFT ALONE UNTIL WE RECIEVED HER EDUCATION. #7 WAS NOT LEFT ALONE UNTIL WE RECEIVED HER EDUCATION.
2023-02-27 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: There was no proof of purchase for the facility's interconnected fire alarm system on file at the facility.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
THE FIRE DETECTION DEVICE SYSTEM, MONITORED THROUGH A FIRE DETECTION AGENCY WILL REMAIN IN COMPLIANCE. WE CAN NOT PRODUCE A RECEIPT OF THE FACILITIES INTERCONNECTED FIRE ALARM SYSTEM. WE DID COMPLETE AN ATTESTATION FORM.
2022-12-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The current mandated reporter training on file for Facility Person #1 was completed more than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
administration will conduct a mothly review of training requirements for each staff and notify them 30 days before training is due.
2022-12-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Fire drills were recorded as occurring on 8/8/22 and then 10/8/22, more than 60 days apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
administration will review the calander and schedule the fire drill within a 30 day schedule.
2022-12-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9)

Description: Written record

Noncompliance Area: The fire drill log did not include the names of the facility persons who participated in each fire drill.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
the 2 confirming administrators will print a printout of all staff involed via the time clock report and document each name on the fire drill log
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the name of the child's health insurance company.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
HEALTH INSURER WAS ADDED TO CHILD # 3'S FILE.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 contained a health assessment that was lacking the statement signed off by the medical provider that states that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A NEW HEALTH ASSESSMENT WAS PROVIDED BY PARENT FOR CHILD #3 CONTAING UPDATED INFORMATION. WE RECIEVED THE PHYSICAL FORM ON THE PROVIDED FORM FROM DHS.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 contained an immunization record that was lacking one dose of the Hepatitis A immunization.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
ADMINISTRATION WILL REVIEW SHOT RECORDS AND CHART THEM EVERYTIME A SHOT IS ADMINISTERED.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1, contained a disclosure statement that wasn't dated. .

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
ALL STAFF WILL SIGN THE DISCLOSURE WITHIN (STAFF#1) WILL SIGN THE DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. ALL STAFF WILL CONTAIN A NSOR CERTIFICATE WITH 45 DAYS OF HIRING.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 also contained an NSOR certificate dated 12/13/21, which is more than the 45 days the provisional hire allows.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CURRENT NSOR IS IN THE STAFF'S FILE.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) - Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Upon arrival to the facility during ratio and supervision checks when Certification Rep stopped at the Sunshine Room and asked Staff #2 which children she was responsible for Staff #2 named 4 infant aged children. Staff #3 named 2 infant aged children. Certification Rep counted 7 infant children. Certification Rep then gave another chance telling staff that she counted 7 infants and only 6 were named. Staff #3 told Certification Rep. that Staff #2 was supposed to have 5 and that she was only supposed to have 2. At that point Certification Rep, had to explain to Staff #3 that she would need to take the unnamed child because Staff #2 already had 4 and taking another would put her over ratio.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. IF USING TIERED LIS: 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. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The two staff and Certification Rep corrected the ratio and supervision in the room at the time of the violation so that one staff was responsible for 4 children and the other was responsible for 3 children.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: In the Sunshine Room, emergency phone numbers were not posted by the telephone.

Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
ALL PHONES WILL HAVE A POSTED LIST OF EMERGENCY NUMBERS POSTED BY ALL TELEPHONES.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the Zebra Room was lacking soap.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
WE PLACED TEH BAR OF SOAP IN THE FIRST-AID KIT.
2020-02-19 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Zebra Room, foam blocks with bite marks were observed.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In correction to Chapter 3270.103 violation, all foam blocks were removed from the classroom . in the future if any child in the pre k classroom is observed placing an object that can be a choking hazard in their mouth that object will be removed.
2020-02-19 Renewal 3270.116 - School-Age Children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The daily activity schedule for the School Age Room was lacking designated homework time.

Correction Required: When a facility serves a school-age child, homework supervision shall be provided in accordance with arrangements determined by the parent and the operator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In correction to Chapter 3270.116 violation the designated time that stated "worksheets" displayed on the schedule was changed to Homework. In future all school age schedules will reflect the time designated for homework.
2020-02-19 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 was lacking a 6 month signed review of the child's emergency contact and fee agreement.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct violation Chapter 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) parent reviewed and signed off on the emergency contact and agreement. in the future all children will have their file reviewed by parent of guardian up to but no later than a 6 month period.
2020-02-19 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 contained an immunization record that was lacking the annual flu immunization.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct Code Chapter 3270.131(e)(1) parent submitted a written verification stating that her child does not receive the flu immunization. In the future all children will receive the flu immunization and have it document in their file. Any family that does not have children immunized against the flu will have written verification documented in their file. All children will have a copy of the immunization or waiver in file.
2020-02-19 Renewal 3270.133(1) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Stars Room there was a breathing treatment bag that contained medication that was not in the original package to know what it was in the vials.

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct Code Chapter 3270.133(1) The albuteral was removed from the classroom. Parent was contacted and medication policy was reviewed. In the future all prescribed medication will be stored in its original contain with dosage and prescription . No medication will be accepted without the original container, prescription, and medication log.
2020-02-19 Renewal 3270.133(2) - Written instructions Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Zebra room there was prescription Triamcinolone that did not have a prescription label or written instructions from the prescriber.

Correction Required: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
TO correct the violation 55 PA Code Chapter 3270.133(2) The prescription cream was removed from the classroom. The parent was contacted in regards to the policy for administration of prescriptions. In the future any and all medication / ointments that need administer must have a prescription with instructions from the doctor as well as a completed medication log completed by the parents.
2020-02-19 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #3 was lacking 1 non family reference letter.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct the violation of staff not having a 2 letters of reference, staff was required to turn in a second letter prior to the start of her next shift. In the future all staff will have 2 letters of reference prior to the start of employment. There is a staff file checklist that will be completed to ensure staff have ALL required paperwork prior to the start of employment
2020-02-19 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 and #2 both with start dates after September 30, 2019 contained copies of applying for the NSOR clearance after their start dates, therefor these are not valid provisional hires and must be removed until the clearances come back. The file for Staff #1 contained a disclosure statement that was lacking a witness signature.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 and #2 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 and #2--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In correction to Chapter 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Staff were removed from working at the facility. Staff will return to work once we have obtained the NSOR clearance. In the future all staff will have NSOR clearance with in the 45 day provisional hire period. All staff will be removed from work if any documents are not turned in within the allotted time frame. ALL staff will comply with CPSL and DHS laws.
2020-02-19 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The First Aid kit in the Zebra Classroom was lacking soap.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In correction to violation Chapter 3270.75(c) soap was placed in the first aid kit. In the future all first aid kits will contain all the required contents. this will be checked daily to ensure there are not materials missing.
2019-02-12 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 contained a fee agreement that was lacking the amount to be charged.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correction violation 3270.123 (a)(1) the fee amount was completed on the fee agreement. The original was given to the parent and a copy was placed in the child's file. In the future all children will have a completed fee amount on the fee agreement page upon enrollment and the original will be given to the parent prior the child's start date at the facility.
2019-02-12 Renewal 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 and #2 contained original fee agreements, the parents are to get the original and a copy is to be put in the child's file.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In correction of violation 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) the parent of child #1 and #2 were given the original fee agreement and a copy was placed in the child's file. In the future at enrollment a fee agreement will be completed at the time of enrollment and the original will be given to the parent and a copy will remain in the child's file.
2019-02-12 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 contained two Health Assessments that were more than 12 months apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2 has received a current health assessment to correct the violation. In the future all children will maintain a health assessment within the required time frame for their age group. No child will be in attendance at the facility with out an up to date health assessment.
2019-02-12 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 was lacking 4 of the 6 annual clock hours of child care training. The file for Staff #3 was lacking 2 of the 6 annual clock hours of child care training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In correction of violation 3270.3(e) staff #3 completed the required amount of annual training hours required. In the future all staff will maintain a minimum of the required clock hours at all times. They will continue to complete training prior to the annual date of completion for the previous hours of training.
2019-02-12 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 contained an Pennsylvania Department of Education FBI clearance. The requirement is that all FBI clearances have to be through the Department of Human Services. The file for Staff #3 showed more than 60 months between their two Child Abuse Clearances and two FBI clearances.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In correction of violation to 3270.32(a) staff #2 applied for a new FBI clearance through the Department of Human Services. in the future all staff will obtain FBI clearance through the DHS database only.
2019-02-12 Renewal 3270.37(b)(3) - 8th grade + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #4 was lacking transcripts showing completion of the 8th grade.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In violation of 3270.37(b)(3) we have obtained of copy of high school transcripts for staff # 4 on file. in the Future all staff that are Aides or have not obtained a H.s Diploma or G.E.D will show proof of their education through a transcript with a minimal completion of 8th grade and 2 years experience with children.
2018-02-08 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The big slide/bridge climbing toy located in the gym was observed to have a large crack in it that created a crush point for children to get pinched in.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct the violation the crack / pinch point was sealed shut with glue and gorilla tape restoring the climber into good repair. In the future daily checks will be done to ensure that all toys, and requirement in the center are in good repair with no areas that could cause harm. If an object is not in good repair it will be removed.
2018-02-08 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator in the Little Lion room was lacking a thermometer therefore the staff were unable to monitor to make sure that the refrigerator was maintaining the food at 45 degrees or below.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct the violation a thermometer was place in the fridge of the little lion room. In the future weekly checks will be done to ensure that all fridges in the facility have working thermometers and that the temperature is 45 degree or below for safety.
2018-02-08 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained only 1 nonfamily written reference.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The violation was corrected by having the employee turn in the 2 letter of reference. In the future all staff will have the required paperwork including 2 non family letters of reference prior to the start of their employment.
2018-02-08 Renewal 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A can of shaving cream labeled keep out of reach of children was found in the arts cupboard. When certification rep asked staff in the room what it was used for the reply was for an art project. Any item labeled Keep out of reach of children is not a nontoxic art material.

Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
to correct the violation the shaving cream was removed from the classroom. In the future any and all material that is used with children will be non toxic and non hazardous. All other products that are not safe for children use will be labeled staff only and kept out of reach and away from children.

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