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Holy Innocents Episcopal Church Day Care

Leechburg, PA · Armstrong County
366 3rd St, Leechburg, PA 15656
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Capacity
92 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, English
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
2

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📞 (724) 845-3305
366 3rd St
Leechburg, PA 15656
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Active License
License Number
CER-00258661
License Issued
Aug 3, 2026
Active Through
Aug 3, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 3

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Fr. Gary, Pastor Gary, or Gary, which ever you prefer,

Hours of Operation

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

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-11 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator was observed to not have an operating thermometer in it.

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.)
A thermometer will be placed in the refrigerator in the daycare kitchen. It will be monitored to make sure that it is registering 45 degrees or below.
2026-05-11 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not provide a letter explaining the update to the emergency plan including lockdown procedures and accommodations for Infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

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.)
The administrator added the lockdown procedure to the parent letter which includes the update to the emergency plan, the lockdown procedures and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
2026-05-11 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 does not have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #3 must do one of the following: provide documentation that the trainer has become PQAS-certified or at least is on the waiting list, request the instructor provide documentation, such as their Pediatric First-Aid/CPR Instructor Card from the PQAS-approved organization or the approved curriculum organization, that the instructor is approved to offer Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training on behalf of their organization, or receive pediatric first-aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3 will be attending a new class for pediatric first aid/CPR during the month of June 2026. Once the final date is confirmed I will send an email to the licensing inspector of OCDEL. Staff person #3 is no longer working at the facility as of 5/19/26.
2026-05-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 who was hired as the director on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 60 months from the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 6/26/20 and 4/16/26. The file for staff person #2 who was hired as the director on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 60 months from the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 6/26/20 and 3/16/26.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 and staff person #2 have already taken the required mandated reporter training and it is in their files.
2026-05-11 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: The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30-day smoke detector check. There were 49 days between 5/2/25 and 6/20/25.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The 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 drill and fire detection log will be kept updated every 30 days between the smoke detector checks.
2025-05-02 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the fenced in outdoor playspace the green plastic side of the orange slide had a crack that created pinch and crush points.

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.)
On 5/2/25 the director went out to the playground and repaired the crack on the orange slide with tape so that it does not create pinch and crush points.
2025-05-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #3 and #4 lacked emergency contact information that included 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.

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.)
The files for children #3 and #4 were signed by the parents and finished filling out the missing information on the emergency contact forms that included the following: special disabilities, allergies, medical or dietary information, medications for special situations, and additional information on special needs. The parents both filled in the blank spots with an N/A.
2025-05-02 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacked a parent update to the emergency contact information and agreement form that was completed within the past 6 months. The update in the file was completed on 2/4/24.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child #4 was updated on 5/5/25. The director had the parent sign for the updates that were not completed in the last 12 months. The child's file is now current and kept updated.
2025-05-02 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 file for child #2 who is a young toddler lacked a child health report that was completed six months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file were dated 1/23/24 and 4/8/25.

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 file for child #2, who is a young toddler, was updated with a current physical on 4/8/25 when the parent was notified by the director that the child did not have a current health report in their file.
2025-05-02 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked a child health report that was completed in the last 12 months. There was an immunization record in the file dated 10/31/24.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child #1 was updated with a current health report dated 5/2/25. This health report was signed by the doctor and the form filled out correctly.
2025-05-02 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 file for staff person #3 lacked a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method that was conducted 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. The tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method was dated 8/26/22.

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.)
The file for staff #3 now contains a current tuberculosis screening in her file that is dated 2/10/25. She had the test done but forgot to give it to the director for her file.
2025-05-02 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 person #1 that was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file were dated 1/15/20 and 4/18/25. The file for staff person #2 that was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file were dated 1/15/20 and 4/18/25. The file for staff person #3 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked the correct disclosure statement being signed and dated.

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.)
The director/administrator corrected Staff #1 and staff #2 on 4/18/25 by having the current NSOR in their files. On 5/2/25, the director had staff #3 sign an updated disclosure statement and put it in their file.
2024-05-29 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: There was a broken toy doctor kit box and a clear cracked bin in the preschool main room. There was a cracked pencil box in the Social Hall room. There was a sand box and a toy truck filled with water in the playground.

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 broken doctor kit box, cracked pencil box, sand box toy truck were all removed and unfilled the water on 5/29/24. the day of the inspection.
2024-05-29 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The temperature in the kitchen refrigerator was 46.7 degrees.

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.)
The refrigerator was immediately turned to cooler so the temperature would go down. The administrator rechecked the refrigerator temperature 3 hours later and the temperature was at 41 degrees.
2024-05-29 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 3 contained a current health report dated 4/23/24 that was provider after 60 days. The child was in care longer than 60 days without initial health report. The child start date was 6/26/23.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child# 3 contained a current health report. The child's parent was made aware that her initial physical was not received within the 60 days period that is required by DHS regulations for childcare.
2024-05-29 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 file for child # 2 a young toddler contained a current health report dated 1/24/24 that was not updated withing 6 months from the previous report dated 1/25/23.

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 file for child # 2 contained a current health report. We have notified the parent that he did not have an updated physical 6 months period to the current physical as is set by DHS regulations for toddlers.
2024-05-29 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 4 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 12/15/23. The report was obtained after 12 months, the prior report was dated 7/20/22.

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.)
The file for child # 4 contained a current health report. The parent was notified that the last health report was dated 7/20/22.
2024-05-29 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.

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.)
The emergency plan was updated and now includes accommodations for infants and toddlers. The policy was added to the newly revised emergency plan as an update. The infants and toddlers in an emergency will be taken out in stroller or evacuation crib.
2024-05-29 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff # 2 and 3 lacked 12 out of 12 required hours of annual childcare training, from 12/19/22 to 12/19/23.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 and #3 have each taken 12 more hours to put towards the training hours that were missed between 12/19/33 to 12/19/23. These trainings were sent to the state inspector for approval.
2024-05-29 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. 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 #1 will have until 6/13/24 (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 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 #1 , staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 has completed the pre-service training of the health and safety course. She had taken the 2 the classes to refresh the original but wasn't aware she didn't complete the class as she is a sessional employee.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: There was a cracked bin and foam blocks with teeth marks in the main room. There was a clear cracked bin holding ABC's blocks and a clear cracked bin holding wooden blocks. There was a blue shelf with a chipped corner in the upstairs preschool room. There was a broken yellow wet floor cone in the stairway by the upstairs preschool room. There was a playground play cube with a crack on the blue wall. There were 4 damaged hula hoops in the playground.

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 cracked bin and foam blocks with teeth marks in the main room was removed immediately. The clear cracked bin holding the ABC blocks and the clear cracked bin holding wooden blocks was removed immediately. The blue shelf with a chipped corner in the upstairs preschool room was immediately fixed with tape. The broken yellow wet floor cone in the stairway upstairs preschool room has been removed. The playground play cube with the crack on the blue wall and the hula hoops have been removed from the playground.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.102(g) - Hazardous toys and equipment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(g)

Description: Hazardous toys and equipment

Noncompliance Area: There was a bomb chair with missing straps in the infant room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bomb chair with the missing strap was immediately removed from the infant room.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.114 - Outdoor Activity Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.114

Description: Outdoor Activity

Noncompliance Area: Based on staff statements, the children were not taken outdoors daily, weather permitting.

Correction Required: Weather permitting, children shall be taken out doors daily.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The children will be taken out doors daily as long as the weather is permitting that.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid on the agreement form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The dated on which the fee to be paid on was added to the agreement form on the child #1's file.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) - Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)

Description: Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 1 an infant lacked an initial health report. The child has been in care longer than 60days. The child cannot return until the facility has a copy of the immunizations.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business _3/15/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child #1 currently contains an updated health report. The child has returned to daycare with her updated copy of the immunizations.
2023-05-15 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 file for child # 2 a young toddler lacked a current health report that was not updated within 6 months. The previous report was dated 4/12/21. The child start date was 4/12/21.

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 file for child #2 ( a young toddler) contains a current health report that has been updated.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 2 is missing a dose of DTAP, Hep A and influenza vaccine. The file for child # 3 is missing a dose of the MMR and Varicella vaccine.

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 #2 & #3 must be dismissed from care by close of business 3/15/23 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child #2 is now current in her doses of DTAP, Hep A and the influenza vaccine. The file for child #3 will be updating the missing dose of the MMR and Varicella vaccine on an already scheduled appointment in the month of July. The child is not in attendance while the parent is trying to get an earlier appointment. This missing dose was due to the timing of Covid and not being able to get it done.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.131(e)(2)(i) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 3 contained an exemption letter for the influenza vaccine that lacked the date.

Correction Required: Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child #3 now contains an exemption letter with a date on it for the influenza vaccine.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(b)

Description: Surfaces cleaned

Noncompliance Area: Staff# 5 was observed not cleaning the diaper changing pad after diapering .

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 5 was again instructed on the diapering requirements of an infant. She is aware that the diaper changing pad must be cleaned after each diaper change.
2023-05-15 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 facility emergency plan lacked the updates regarding the Continuity of Operations requirements. The file for staff # 3 lacked the one-hour updated health and safety training course, Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by the deadline 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Emergency plan has been updated regarding the Continuity of Operations requirement. The updates were shown to the inspector on inspection day. Staff #3 has taken the updated health and safety training course that was required by the deadline of 12/20/22.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: Staff # 5 did not wash her hands after diapering a child.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 5 was instructed on the proper ways to change an infant diaper including washing their hands after diapering. She is now washing her hands after diapering.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 1 contains a current Mandated Reporter training dated 7/26/20. The previous certificate dated 5/16/15. The file for staff # 2 contains a current Mandated Reporter training dated 7/24/20. The previous certificate dated 5/22/15. The file for staff # 3 contains a current Mandated Reporter training dated 4/5/23. The previous certificate dated 5/27/15.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for staff #1 contains a current Mandated Reporter training. The file for staff #2 contains a current Mandated Reporter training. The file for staff #3 contains a current Mandated Reporter training.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: There was a pair of adult scissors in the main room accessible to children. The stairway used by the preschool group to access their room, has a storage with some incomplete construction that is open and accessible to children. There was a thread and needle on top of a table on the back of the room accessible to children in the upstairs preschool room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The pair of adult scissors was immediately removed from the main room and made inaccessible to the children. In the stairway going up to the preschool room, a gate was installed so that the storage room was made inaccessible to the children. The thread and needle was immediately removed from the top of the table and made inaccessible to the children.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 lacked the emergency plan training at initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update.

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 #3 will be participating in our annual emergency plan training on June 14, 2023. She currently does have an initial training in her file that was not given to the inspector for the date of inspection.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 3 contained a current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training dated 7/22/22. The training was not obtained prior to the expiration of the previous certificate dated 5/2/20 - 5/2022.

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 #3 has a current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training in her file.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 lacked annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.

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 #3 will be participating in our annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional during the month of June when the center schedules the annual fire safety training.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff # 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training. Staff # 4 did not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training the certificate is dated 12/14/22. Mandated Reporter training the certificate is dated 4/5/23.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. 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 #3 will have until 5/30/23 (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #3 , staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 3 has completed the required update for the Health and Safety training. Staff #4 has completed the pre-service training that was required. Staff #4 has completed the Mandated Reporter Training that was required. All of these are in the staff #3 and #4 in their files.
2023-05-15 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 # 3 contained a current FBI clearance dated 5/10/19, that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior FBI clearance dated 7/8/10. The file for staff #3 contained a current Child Abuse clearance dated 7/2/20 that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior FBI clearance dated 4/1/08. The file for staff # 3 contained a current State Police clearance dated 4/5/23, that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior FBI clearance dated 9/16/13 . The file for staff # 2 contained a current Mandated Reporter training dated 4/5/23, that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior FBI clearance dated 5/27/15.

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 #3 does have a current FBI clearance in her file. Staff #3 does have a current State Police clearance in her file. Staff #2 does have a current Mandated Reporter training in her file.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: There were Aquaphor lip repair and Advance Healing Ointment skin protection label " Keep out of reach of children". In the children cubbies. There was a can of spray paint on the stair way on the way up to the preschool room. There was a bucket with salt on the stairs hallway accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Aquaphor lip repair and Advance Healing Ointment skin protection was immediately removed from the cubby. The can of spray paint on the stair way up to the preschool room was immediately removed from the area. The bucket of salt at the top of the stairs has been removed and a made inaccessible to the children.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: There was a damaged ceiling tile with a hole that takes about a third of the tile in the main room bathroom. There was rust on the main room bathroom door. There was rust on the wall of the toilet stall in the upstairs bathroom accessible to children. There was a damaged rubber rug trim in the main room creating a tripping hazard. There was an exposed bolt in the playground fence gate.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The ceiling tile with the hole in it has been replaced with a new tile in the main bathroom. The rust on the main room bathroom door has been painted. The rust on the wall of the toilet stall in the upstairs has been painted and is inaccessible to the children. The damaged rubber rug trim i the main room was taped down on inspection day and in no longer a tripping hazard to the children. The exposed bolt on the playground in the playground fence gate has been covered.
2023-05-15 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 peeling paint on the yellow shelf in the main room. There was peeling paint on the pink wall in the infant room. There was peeling plaster on the main room circle time wall.

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 on the yellow shelf has been repaired in the main room. The peeling paint on the pink wall in the infant room was repaired on the day of inspection. The peeling plaster on the main room circle time wall was repaired on the day of inspection.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: The upstairs bathroom sink faucet was corroded.

Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The upstairs bathroom sink faucet was replaced with a new faucet and is no longer corroded.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: The second toilet stall in the upstairs bathroom room lacked washing hands signs.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hand washing sign that was missing from the second toilet stall in the upstairs bathroom has been hung up.
2023-05-15 Renewal 3270.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: The upstairs preschool room did not have the evacuation routes posted in a conspicuous location.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director hung the appropriate evacuation route sign in a conspicuous location on the day of inspection.
2023-05-15 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: According to the Fire Detection System Test Log, the tests were greater than 30 days apart from 3/31/23 to 5/15/23.

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 System Test log was updated on inspection day as the inspector had to test them to make sure they were working.
2023-05-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: On 4/21/23, it was determined that staff #1 grabbed child #1 roughly, when the child was being disruptive during nap time.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon finding out about this allegation, the employee# 1 resigned and was removed from her job. From 4/22/28 the daycare was closed for vacation, so the employee was not on site after 4/21/23.
2023-05-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(d) - No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(d)

Description: No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: On 4/21/23, based on staff statements, staff #1 stated "I can't stand him. I'll kill that kid." in the presence of children during nap time.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff was contacted about the incident, and she immediately resigned on 4/28/23.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: There was a broken plastic brown board filled with water on the corner of the fence playground.

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 broken brown plastic lid for the sand table was removed from the corner of the playground fence.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked the work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child #1's emergency contact form was corrected by the parent adding a "no work" in the space provided for a phone number. The parent does not work.
2022-05-18 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 #1 lacked the information on the child's special needs on the emergency contact form.

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.)
The file for child #1's was corrected by the parent by adding "NA" (does not apply) to the line for child's special needs on the emergency contact form.
2022-05-18 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 file for child # 2 lacks the address and phone number for the release person on the emergency contact form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child #2 says "same as above address" because the only persons the child is to be released to is her parents.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for child #3 was not present in the Social Hall room where the child was receiving care.

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.)
The emergency contact form for child #3 was brought to the Social Hall room where the child was receiving care.
2022-05-18 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 #1lacks documentation of a current influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP.

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.)
The child's mother sent over a copy of the child's current influenza immunization which was given to her on October 7, 2021. This is in the time frame to be in accordance with the recommendation by the ACIP. A copy will be sent today to the state inspector.
2022-05-18 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 facility lacked a policy to identify Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment.

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.)
The facility wrote a policy to identify prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment. The policy was added to our current policy & procedure manual and is in the office on the wall. It is made accessible to all staff and parents upon hire and registration.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: There were 3 lunch boxes,unrefrigerated, in the in the Social Hall room that contained cheese, Yogurt and lunch meat.

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The three lunch boxes were immediately put in the refrigerator.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contained a current mandated reporter training certificate (7/24/20) that was renewed beyond 60 months after the previous certificate (6/2/15).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for staff #1 currently contains an updated mandated reporter training certificate.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan lacked 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.

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.)
The administrator showed the inspector Part III of our Emergency Operations Plans (supporting documents). Attachment 5 - communications with parents/guardians states where the children will be if an immediate evacuation, in place sheltering, evacuation or a modified operation are in place. Attachment 9 informs the parents where we will be located.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan lacked accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan attachment 12 explains the procedure for individuals with special needs. We currently have no children with special needs so no form as fille out. We also use Checklist B: Protective actions to complete when an emergency occurs and was shown to the state inspector.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked annual Emergency drill log.

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.)
The center conducted an emergency drill on June 8, 2022. The emergency drill log was used in compliance with the regulation and was filled out by the director.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 has a current pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR certification dated 6/10/21-6/10/23. The certification was not renewed prior to the expiration of the previous certification dated 5/2/18-5/2/20.

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.)
The staff currently has a valid certificate for pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR.
2022-05-18 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, contained a current FBI clearance (4/14/21) that was renewed beyond 60 months after the previous clearance (12/14/15). A current State Police clearance (4/12/21)that was renewed beyond 60 months after the previous clearance (12/9/15). A current Child Abuse clearance (4/10/22) that was renewed beyond 60 months after the previous clearance (12/15/15). The file for staff #2 lacked the NSOR certificate.

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 #1 FBI clearance, state police, and child abuse clearance are all current and in the file. Staff #2's NSOR certificate was sent to inspector on 05/23/2022 and is currently in the file.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: There were 4 sanitizer bottles accessible to children in the Social Hall room. There were 3 sanitizer bottles in the Main room accessible to children, labeled "Keep out of reach of children".

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bottles of hand sanitizer were removed from the social hall and the main room and made inaccessible to the children.
2022-05-18 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 infant room lacked tweezers. The first-aid kit in the Main room lacked gauze.

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 added to the first-aid kit in the infant room. Gauze was added to the first-aid kit in the main room.
2022-05-18 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The rubber wall baseboard on the main room was pulled off on the toddlers area.There was a wall panel that was pulling off on the back wall on the toddler area.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The rubber wall baseboard was glued back on. The panel on the wall was re-attached using screws and is tight and secure.
2022-05-18 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: The operator was not maintaining a written log for testing the fire detection system every 30 days.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On May 20, 2022 our local fireman installed a new fire detection system that is interconnected. At that time, we tested the new system and recorded in on our log. It will be sent over to the state inspector.
2020-07-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included the work address of the enrolling parent. The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the work phone number of the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent added the information to the form. In the future, double check that all phone numbers are filled out.
2020-07-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacked emergency contact information that included 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.

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.)
The parent will complete the form. In the future, the forms will be check to make sure they are completed before placing them in the file.
2020-07-23 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #1, #2, and #5 lacked health assessments that were conducted within 24 months of the previous health assessments. The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was conducted within 24 months of the previous health assessment.

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.)
Current health assessments are in the file. In the future, make sure everyone has an updated health assessment.
2020-07-23 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #1-#6 lacked firesafety training that was conducted in 2019. Firesafety training was conducted on 9/12/18 and 6/16/20.

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.)
Current firesafety training is in all of the files. In the future, keep track of the dates to make sure it is done annually.
2020-07-23 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed within the past 60 months. The mandated reporter training in the file was dated 5/26/15. The file for staff person #2 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed within the past 60 months. The mandated reporter training in the file was dated 5/22/15. The file for staff person #5 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed within the past 60 months. The mandated reporter training in the file was dated 6/2/15.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff are all working on taking the training. In the future, the training will be updated every five years.
2020-07-23 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #4, whom was hired on 5/6/16 as an assistant group supervisor, lacked a valid State Police Clearance. The State Police Clearance was requested for volunteer purposes instead of employment purposes.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Current state police clearance is in the file. In the future, check to make sure it is not a volunteer clearance.
2020-07-23 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit upstairs in the social hall was observed to be missing soap, tweezers, tape, and scissors.

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 missing items were added to the first-aid kit. The first-aid kit will be checked to make sure all required items are in the first-aid kit.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the preschool room, upstairs, a cracked apple toy was observed in the play kitchen area.

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 apple toy was thrown away. In the future, check all toys to make sure they are not broken.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, a written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The schedule was posted in the room. In the future, make sure all schedules are posted.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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.)
The release persons addresses will be added to the form. In the future, all forms will be filled in completely.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5) - Immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #2 lacked the influenza immunization according to recommendations of the ACIP.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An exemption will be written by the parents and placed in the files. In the future, all shot records will be maintained and exemptions will be in the files.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked a parental update to the emergency contact information and the financial agreement within the past 6 month period.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The update was signed by the parent. In the future, all files will be updated every six months and signed.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the preschool room, upstairs, shaving foam that stated keep out of reach of children was observed on the red shelf that was accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The shaving foam was moved to a higher shelf that is inaccessible to the children. In the future, it will be kept out of reach of the children.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit in the main room was observed to not contain nonporous gloves. The first-aid kit in the infant room was observed to not contain 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.)
The soap and gloves were added to the first-aid kits. In the future, check and update the first-aid boxes to make sure everything is in there.
2018-05-16 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A wooden block was observed that had a rough edge with splintered wood.

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 wooden block that had a rough edge with splintered wood is removed from the block area. In the future, any block that has a rough edge will be removed immediately.
2018-05-16 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child #1 now includes an agreement form that specifies the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. In the future, all agreement forms will specify the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
2018-05-16 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the toddler restroom and the preschool restroom (2nd stall) covers were observed to be missing over the screws on the toilets causing a potential safety hazard.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The covers for the screws on the toilets in the toddler & preschool restrooms are now covered and free from hazard. In the future, all covers will be secured on the screws on all toilets so that they are free from a safety hazard.
2018-05-16 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the toddler restroom on the green wall two holes were observed in the plaster. In the blocks and cars area an outlet cover was pulled away from the wall causing a visible hazard.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The two holes in the restroom on the green wall are covered. The outlet cover in the blocks and cars area is secured to the wall. In the future, all walls will be repaired if a hole occurs. In the future, all outlet covers will be safely secured to the wall.
2017-05-17 Renewal 3270.133 - Child Medication and Special Diets Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There were three expired diaper creams observed in the toddler restroom.

Correction Required: The operator shall make reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws to facilitate administration of medication or a special diet that is prescribed by a physician, physician`s assistant or CRNP as treatment related to the child`s special needs. Facility persons are not required to administer medication or special diets which are requested or required by a parent, a physician, a physician`s assistant or a CRNP but are not treatment related to the child`s special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The diaper creams were thrown away. In the future, diaper creams will be checked to make sure they are not expired.
2017-05-17 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff person's #1, #2, and #3 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 90 days from their hire date.

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.)
Current mandated reporter trainings are in the files. In the future, the staff will do the training within their 90 days.

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

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