Inquisitive Minds Development Center

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Cert rep observed the following: Child # 4's emergency contact was missing physician's address

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

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Cert rep observed the following: Child # 2's health assessment was dated 3/4/25

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

Regulation: 3270.135(b)

Description: Surfaces cleaned

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Cert rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed Staff # 2 changing the children's diaper and not sanitizing the table after eache diaper change

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.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Cert rep observed the following: Staff # 2 did not have documentation of the annually 12 clock hours childcare training in file

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

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 6/26/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Facility did not have the cots 2 feet apart 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.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 6/26/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1's health assessment was dated 10.11.21

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Regulation: 3270.166(6)

Description: Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 6/26/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 was observed on the cot asleep with a bottle in his mouth

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

Regulation: 3270.25(b)

Description: Post the inspection summary

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 6/26/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Facility did not have inspection summary posted.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 6/26/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1.Staff # 1 under the 45-day provisional waiver hire had child abuse clearance, but did not have 1 other clearance in file to qualify for the 45-day waiver hire 2. Staff # 1 did not have receipts in file for the following clearances- FBI, and state police clearance

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/21/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1, 3 and # 4 did not have documentation of child service report in file

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

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/21/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 2, and #4 did not have a current health assessment in file

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

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/21/25, Cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of annual written notification of the location of the facility to the local traffic safety authorities

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

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/21/25, Cert Rep observed the following: While reviewing new staff files, Cert Rep observed that Staff # 3's Pediatric CPR/First Aid that was in file was verified as a fraudulent certificate.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/21/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 4 's child abuse was dated 11/14/19

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/21/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3 did not have documentation of verification of experience in file to qualify as AGS

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.

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/21/25, Cert Rep observed the following The lower cabinet in the kitchen had toxic material and was open and 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.

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/21/25, Cert Rep observed the following The facility's first aid kit did not have 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.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 1 did not have documentation of a child service report in file

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 2's emergency contact did not have policy number listed

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 2's emergency contact did not have release person's address and phone number listed

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

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 1's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 9/18/23

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 1 and child # 2 did not have documentation of a health assessment and immunization record in file.

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

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility did not have a shaken baby syndrome policy - The facility's emergency plan did not include continuity of operations

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.

Regulation: 3270.165

Description: Menus

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have a menu posted

Correction Required: An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 1 and # 2 bottles were not labelled

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

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The facility's emergency plan did not include shelter in place at the facility

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 2 did not have documentation of the annual 12 clock hours of childcare

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

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 2's documentation of CPR/First Aid was dated 6/22/22

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 2 did not have documentation of current fire safety training.

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

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 2's file did not have documentation of current staff evaluation in file

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 3 did not have documentation of 2 years of childcare experience in file to qualify as an AGS.

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.

Regulation: 3270.64

Description: Outside Walkways

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The facility's backyard had debris and needed cleaning.

Correction Required: Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, leaves, equipment and other hazards.

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following Missing outlet cover in the childcare space and in the bathroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 7/24/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The lower cabinets in the kitchen did not have locks. Loewer cabinets had cleaning materials that were 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.

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

Description: ACIP recommended immunization record /Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/5/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not include an updated influenza vaccine or exemption letter in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77

Correction Required: 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. 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).

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/5/23, it was observed that there was peeling paint under the front window near the exit.

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

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE WAS DIRTY AND EQUIPTMENT NEEDED TO BE CLEANED.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE THE MEDICAL INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER.

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

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF #2 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT PROVIDE A LOCK-DOWN PLAN.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES OR 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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE A COMPLETED EMERGENCY DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 DID NOT INCLUDE TRAINING REGARDING THE EMERGENCY PLAN.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ANNUAL TWELVE CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING. IN ADDITION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF #1 IS IN NEED OF SIX MORE CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF #1 AND #2 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED CPR FIRST AID TRAINING.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 DID NOT INCLUDE UPDATED FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Health & Safety Training.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(2)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Prevention of SIDS

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE TRAINING ON PREVENTION OF SUDDEN INFANT DEATH SYNDROME AND SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices within 90 days of hire.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 (WHO HAS WORKED AT THE FACILITY FOR MORE THAN 12 MONTHS) DID NOT INCLUDE A YEARLY EVALUATION.

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

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE WATER IN THE CHILDRENS BATHROOM HAD A TEMPERATURE OF 113.2° F. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

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

Regulation: 3270.75(d)

Description: On excursions

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CHECKED ALL FIRST AID KITS. THE FIRST AID KIT USED FOR EXCUSIONS DID NOT CONTAIN A BOTTLE OF WATER. (CORRECTED ON SITE).

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

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THERE WAS BLUE AND YELLOW PEELING PAINT LOCATED IN THE CLASSROOM AND ENTRANCE OF THE FACILITY.

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

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE TRASH CAN LOCATED IN THE CHILDRENS BATHROOM DID NOT HAVE A LID.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: ON MAY 25, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THERE WAS NO DOCUMENTATION AVAILIBLE FOR TESTING THE FIRE SYSTEM EVERY 30 DAYS OR UPDATED DOCUMENTATION OF ANNUAL TESTING FROM A FIRE SAFETY PROFESSIONAL.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON AUGUST 03, 2020, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR CHILD # 1 ( ENROLLMENT DATE 01/2019) DID NOT INCLUDE A HEALTH REPORT. IMMUNIZATION RECORDS WITHOUT A HEALTH REPORT WAS INCLUDED.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON AUGUST 03, 2020, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1 (HIRE DATE 03/05/2020) DID NOT INCLUDE A PA CRIMINAL HISTORY CLEARANCE, CHILD ABUSE REGISTRY CLEARANCE OR NATIONAL SEX OFFENDER CERTIFICATE. AS REQUIRED UNDER CPS LAW.

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, fbi fingerprint clearance, national sex offender registry certificate, 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 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: ON AUGUST 03, 2020, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 2 DID NOT INCLUDE ACCEPTABLE VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION TO QUALIFY THE STAFF PERSON FOR THE POSITION PERFORMING. ( ASSISTANT GROUP SUPERVISOR) THE EDUCATION DOCUMENT IN THE RECORD WAS NOT LEGIBLE.

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 following the outset of service at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE PLAYPEN OBSERVED AT THE FACILITY WAS NOT LABELED FOR THE USE OF A SPECIFIC CHILD.

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.

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, A DAILY SCHEDULE WAS ESTABLISHED OR POSTED AT THE FACILITY.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE AGREEMENT REVIEWED FOR CHILD # 2 WAS NOT SIGNED BY THE PARENT.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION REVIEWED FOR CHILD # 1 DID NOT INCLUDE THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE DESIGNATED RELEASE PERSON. THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION REVIEWED FOR CHILD # 2 AND # 3 DID NOT INCLUDE THE DESIGNATED RELEASE PERSON'S ADDRESS.

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.

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION WAS NOT PRESENT IN THE CHILD CARE SPACE FOR THE CHILDREN RECEIVING CARE IN THE SPACE.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT THE OPERATOR NOTIFIED THE LOCAL SAFETY AUTHORITIES IN WRITING OF THE LOCATION OF THE FACILITY AND THE PROGRAM'S USE OF PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICULAR ROUTES AROUND THE DAY CARE FACILITY.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, UPON REQUEST FROM THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE, GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE FOR THE FACILITY WAS NOT PRODUCED.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 3 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN REFERENCES. ( THERE WAS ONE REFERENCE IN THE RECORD)

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT STAFF PERSON # 2, # 3 AND # 4 RECEIVED EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING AT THE TIME OF INITIAL EMPLOYMENT.

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.

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE DISCLOSURE STATEMENT REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 2 DID NOT INCLUDE A WITNESS SIGNATURE. THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 4 ( HIRE DATE 05/29/2019) DID NOT INCLUDE A COPY OF A REQUEST FOR THE CHILD ABUSE REGISTRY CLEARANCE.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 5 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 # 5 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION TO QUALIFY THE STAFF PERSON FOR THE POSITION PERFORMING. ( AIDE)

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.

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET WAS MISSING A PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE COVER IN THE BACK SECTION OF THE FACILITY BEHIND THE TABLE.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS A & D OINTMENT ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN ON A LOW SHELF IN THE BATHROOM. THERE WAS HAND SANITIZER AND SANITIZING SPRAY SITTING ON A LEDGE IN THE MIDDLE SECTION OF THE CHILD CARE SPACE 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.

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS CHIPPED PAINT BEHIND THE BATHROOM DOOR AND BEHIND THE TABLE IN THE FRONT SECTION OF THE FACILITY NEAR THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JUNE 11, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE BACK EXIT WAS BLOCKED. THERE WAS TRASH AND A TV STAND OBSTRUCTING THE EXIT.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 3, 2019 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1 HIRE DATE 12/2/18, DID NOT INCLUDE AN INITIAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT. THE RECORD INCLUDE THE TUBERCULIN SKIN TEST RESULTS WITHOUT A 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.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 3, 2019 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 2 DID NOT INCLUDE THE PHYSICIAN OR CRNP'S ASSESSMENT OF THE PERSONS SUITABILITY TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 3, 2019 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN REFERENCES.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 3, 2019 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT STAFF PERSON # 1 HIRE DATE 12/2/2018, RECEIVED TRAINING REGARDING THE EMERGENCY PLAN AT THE TIME OF INITIAL EMPLOYMENT.

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.

Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 3, 2019 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON # 1 AND # 2 WHO WERE THE ONLY STAFF PRESENT AT THE FACILITY BOTH QUALIFIED AS AIDES.

Correction Required: At least 50% of the staff persons in a facility shall be individuals qualified and functioning as directors, group supervisors and assistant group supervisors. No more than 50% of the staff persons may be of aide qualification level.

Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 3, 2019 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1 AND # 2 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF CHILD CARE EXPERIENCE TO QUALIFY THE STAFF PERSON FOR THE POSITION PERFORMING. (ASSISTANT GROUP SUPERVISOR)

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 3, 2019 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON # 1 AND # 2 WHO ARE AIDES WERE NOT SUPERVISED BY A STAFF PERSON QUALIFIED AT MINMUM AS AN ASSISTANT GROUP SUPERVISOR.

Correction Required: An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 3, 2019 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, UPON THE ARRIVAL OF THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE STAFF PERSON # 1 WAS ALONE IN THE FACILITY WITH CHILD # 1 AND # 2.

Correction Required: At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in 3270.51--3270.55.

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30AM IT WAS OBSERVED THAT CHILD # 1WAS ASLEEP INSIDE A BOUNCER CHAIR THAT WAS PLACED INSIDE A PLAYPEN.

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.

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 3 DID NOT INCLUDE A 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.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1, # 2 AND # 3 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF AGE.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1 AND # 2 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN REFERENCES.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT STAFF PERSON # 1 HIRE DATE 9/6/2018, RECIEVED EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING AT THE TIME OF INITIAL EMPLOYMENT.

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.

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT STAFF PERSON # 2 AND # 3 OBTAINED AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 6 HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, IT WAS OBSERVED AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 AM STAFF PERSON # 1 WHO IS A PROVISIONAL HIRE WAS ALONE IN THE FACILITY WITH 3 CHILDREN. CHILD # 1, # 2 AND # 3 WERE PRESENT WITH STAFF PERSON # 1. STAFF PERSON # 2 RETURNED TO THE FACILITY AT APPROXIMATELY 10:47 AM ACKNOWLEDGING SHE WENT TO THE STORE FOR TOILET PAPER LEAVING STAFF PERSON # 1 ALONE WITH THE 3 CHILDREN. THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1 HIRE DATE 9/6/2018 DID NOT INCLUDE COPIES OF REQUESTS FOR THE PA CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE AND THE FBI FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL. THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 2 HIRE DATE 6/20/13 AND STAFF PERSON # 3 HIRE DATE 7/1/2013 DID NOT INCLUDE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL. THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1, # 2 AND # 3 DID NOT INCLUDE A COPY OF THE DISCLOSURE STATEMENT AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, fbi fingerprint clearance, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, IT WAS OBSERVED AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 AM STAFF PERSON # 1 WAS ALONE IN THE FACILITY WITH 3 CHILDREN. THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT STAFF PERSON # 1 HAS FIRST-AID TRAINING.

Correction Required: One or more facility persons competent in first-aid techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF CHILD CARE EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY THE STAFF PERSON FOR THE POSITION PERFORMING. THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 2 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION TO QUALIFY THE STAFF PERSON FOR THE POSITION PERFORMING. (AIDE)

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.

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON # 1 AND STAFF PERSON # 2 WHO ARE AIDES PER STAFF PERSON # 3 WERE NOT SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES BY A STAFF PERSON QUALIFYING AT MINIMUM OF AN ASSISTANT GROUP SUPERVISOR.

Correction Required: An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, IT WAS OBSERVED AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 AM STAFF PERSON # 1 WAS ALONE IN THE FACILITY WITH 3 CHILDREN. STAFF PERSON # 2 RETURNED TO THE FACILITY AT APPROXIMATELY 10:47 AM ACKNOWLEDGING SHE RAN TO THE STORE FOR TOILET PAPER LEAVING STAFF PERSON # 1 ALONE WITH THE 3 CHILDREN.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THERE WERE OUTLETS MISSING PROTECTIVE COVERS IN THE FRONT SECTION OF THE FACILITY NEAR THE BLOCKS AND ACROSS FROM THE CUBBIES.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE HOT WATER IN THE CHILDRENS BATHROOM REGISTERED AT 124' F PER DIGITAL THERMOMETER.

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

Noncompliance Area: ON NOVEMBER 5, 2018 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE BACK EXIT WAS OBSTRUCTED. THERE WAS A STROLLER BLOCKING THE EXIT.

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

Noncompliance Area: Review of files reveal that Child #4 did not have the address of their physician on their Emergency Contact Form at the time of the renewal inspection.

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

Noncompliance Area: Work address and work telephone number were not present on the Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 at the time of the renewal inspection.

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

Noncompliance Area: Review of files reveal that Child # 3 and #4 did not have their health insurance policy number at the time of the renewal inspection.

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

Noncompliance Area: Review of files reveal that the release person's name and phone number were present yet their address was missing for Child #3 at the time of the renewal inspection.

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.

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection, the safe routes were unable to be verified as they were not posted.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the day care facility.Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.