Jcc School For The Early Years

Regulation: 3270.111(c)

Description: Promote development

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, it was observed that school age children are using toilets that are appropriate for toddler/preschool aged children. The toilets are not separated by barriers and do not provide privacy to school age children when using the bathroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.115(a)(6)

Description: Lifeguard training/supervision

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the lifeguard certification on file for staff member 1 at the time of the inspection expired on 12/08/24.

Correction Required: When children are swimming, supervision shall include one person certified in lifeguard training, as described in § 3270.31(e)(4)(iii) (relating to age and training).

Regulation: 3270.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the medication for child 1, was accessible to children in the school age classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an updated health assessment was not on file for staff member 4. The health assessment on file was dated 10/23/23.

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: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the child abuse clearance on file for staff member 1 was a volunteer child abuse clearance. The state police clearance on file for staff member 4 was pending and not a complete 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, facility person #4 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 and Facility person #4--- may not work in a child care 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: Documentation on file for staff member 2 and staff member 3, did not include documentation of 2 years experience working with children.

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: 3270.37(c)

Description: Aides supervised all times

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 2 and staff member 3 were qualified as aides and were not supervised by an assistant group supervisor. This was corrected during the inspection.

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.

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that cleaning supplies were accessible to children in the school age classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a spray bottle was not labeled in classroom 4. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Regulation: 3270.66(d)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, poison ivy was observed to be growing near the back fence playground that the school age children use.

Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit in the school age classroom was accessible to children. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the deck outside of classroom 1, had two floorboards that were sinking/not secured. The floor vents in classroom 2 were coming off of the wall. The baseboards in the bathroom of classroom 3 were not secured to the wall. The rubber flooring on the swing side playground, outside of the door that leads to the gross motor space sticking up, causing a tripping hazard. There was a hole by the fence that separates the school age playground and the bike side of the playground causing a tripping hazard. There was a hole by the back fence of the school age playground causing a tripping hazard. The baseboards under the coat hook and by the door on the right side of the classroom were not secured to the walls.

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.

Regulation: 3270.82(e)

Description: Toilet and sinks proper height

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, it was observed that school age children are using toilets that are appropriate for toddler/preschool aged children.

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

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that a basket with books was broken and cracked in classroom #5. This was corrected during the inspection.

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: 3270.113(e)

Description: Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: Facility self-reported that staff member 1 physically held child 1 for approximately three to four minutes in the deep end of the swimming pool, preventing the child from being able to move.

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

Regulation: 3270.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that medication for child 1 and child 2 were kept in a bookbag that was accessible to children. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that staff member 1 did not wash their hands prior to serving lunch.

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

Regulation: 3270.25(b)

Description: Post the inspection summary

Noncompliance Area: During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that the inspection summary SIN-00289848 was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. This was corrected during the inspection.

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: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that the first aid kit in classroom #3 and the first aid kit in the SACC classroom were accessible to children. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 3270.25(b)

Description: Post the inspection summary

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that the inspection summary SIN-00287256 was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.

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: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance from SIN-00287256- During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that there was a ditch in the grass by the toddler playground posing a tripping 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.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a basket with dinosaurs and a basket with magnifying glasses were broken in classroom 8. The right side of the shelf with the manipulatives in classroom 9 was visibly dirty with a sticky substance. The baskets were removed during the inspection.

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: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: During the time of the unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that classroom 1 was missing an outlet cover by their dramatic play center. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 3270.67(c)

Description: No insects or rodents

Noncompliance Area: During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that approximately 20 bumblebees and carpenter bees were swarming the gazebo that is located in the upper playground.

Correction Required: Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that classroom 4 had ceiling tiles with water marks on them on the right side of the back wall where the wall meets the ceiling. Ceiling tiles by the back exit door in the SACC classroom had water marks on them. There were two ditches in the grass by the toddler playground posing a tripping 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.

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was peeling paint under the dry erase board in classroom 7. There was peeling paint under the back window in classroom 9. The peeling paint in classroom 7 was corrected during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: Facility self-reported that staff member 1 left the classroom multiple times to get children's belongings in the hallway, leaving staff member 2 alone with 15 pre-school aged children.

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

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the health assessment and TB test on file for staff member 1, was completed more than 12 months of the staff members first day caring for children. This was corrected on 3/29/26.

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: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 1 had their head down and was utilizing their personal cell phone while being responsible for supervising 15 preschool aged children during nap. Staff member 1 was observed to be sitting at a table in the front of the classroom and did not maintain a position that allowed for full visual supervision of children who were napping behind furniture throughout the room. In order to properly supervise children, staff must be able to see, hear, direct and assess the activities of the children at all times.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that a ceiling tile had a water mark on it in classroom 1. The vents in classroom 9 were visibly dirty.

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.

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that paint was peeling behind the toilet on the left side of the bathroom in classroom 1.

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(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that the toilet on the left in classroom one was cracked near the base of the toilet

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

Regulation: 3270.111(c)/3270.113(b)

Description: Promote development/No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: A member of JCC witnessed staff member 1 grab a child's hood on his coat, causing the front of the jacket to hit the child in the throat, knocked the child off their feet and fall backwards on the ground when the child was running away from the group while lining up. Staff member 1 then ran after another child and grabbed the child by the back of the coat and carried the child inside by the wrists as the child was hanging by their body weight (feet off the ground).

Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Regulation: 3270.113(e)

Description: Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: While conducting staff interviews, multiple staff members stated that they place child 1 in the bathroom when the child becomes physically aggressive to prevent the child from hurting other children and staff.

Correction Required: A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs. Directed plan of corrections: 1. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding behavior management and de-escalation techniques. Staff shall also participate in and implement strategies recommended during subsequent TA visits. 2. Leadership team; which includes Chief Executive Officer, Education Coordinator, Director and Assistant Director will work with TA specialist to review and revise behavior policies specifically focusing on documenting classroom behaviors and challenges, protocols to help parents initiate outside service agency referrals and dismissal policies.

Regulation: 3270.19(b)

Description: Child abuse reporting

Noncompliance Area: Staff members had reasonable cause to suspect that a child was a victim of child abuse and did not report the suspected child abuse to ChildLine.

Correction Required: A facility person who has reasonable cause to suspect that a child is a victim of child abuse shall immediately make a report of suspected child abuse to ChildLine through the hotline at (800) 932-0313, online, or any other method as prescribed by the Department. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION: The facility must arrange a DHS approved, in person mandated reporter training for all staff members at the facility and administrative staff .

Regulation: 3270.113(b)/3270.113(e)

Description: No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: Staff member 1 and staff member 2 used physical restraint by holding child 1 by the wrists, thereby restricting the child's movement while addressing unsafe behaviors. The use of the physical restraint resulted in visible marks on the child's wrists.

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

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: During a monthly monitoring visit, it was observed that the staff members in classroom 8 had 17 pre school aged children but only named 16 children in their primary care groups.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION: Facility agrees to unannounced visits by DHS representative for a period of three months in order to monitor supervision and regulatory compliance.

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Documentation on file for staff member 2 included one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation on file for staff member 1 showed that the staff member has not resided in PA for the last 5 years but did not have documentation of out of state clearances. Staff member was observed in ratio, caring for children.

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. 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 child care position at the facility. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION: Director will submit all new staff members' files to certification representative for approval before the staff member is able to start caring for children for a period of 3 months.

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: During the time of a monthly monitoring visit, it was observed that the first aid kit for classroom 8 was accessible to children on the playground. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Staff reported that they were using an iPad to send a picture to a family during free play. During this time, due to the lack of supervision, child 1 was able to exit the classroom through a window.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. TIERED LIS: 1. Children must be supervised at all times. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the Director is conducting supervision observations in each classroom daily. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. The correction date for this portion of the plan shall be at minimum 3 months from the date the Regional Office approves the checklist. 3. Certification representative will monitor technology usage in classrooms for a period of three months while completing unannounced monitoring visits. The correction date for this portion of the plan shall be at minimum 3 months from the date of an acceptable plan of correction.

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Facility did not have documentation verifying that fire drills were conducted once every 60 days beginning in May.

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

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: An adult was enrolled and receiving care in the childcare facility. Regulation 3270.3 (a) This chapter applies to facilities in which out-of-home care is provided, at any one time, for part of a 24-hour day to seven or more children, 15 years of age or younger. Children and adults are not permitted to receive care at the same time and may pose as a threat to the health and safety of the children.

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

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On July 18, 2025, Child 1 was left outside with another group of children for approximately 1-2 minutes after their group transitioned inside from the playground.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: On August 8, 2025, Child 1 walked away from their classroom during a transition and was found by another staff member in the large gross motor space approximately 6 minutes later.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION 1.Children must be supervised at all times. 2.The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children during transitions is followed at all times and must include a staff member completing a supervision check of the area that they are transitioning from to ensure all children are accounted for. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. 3. The legal entity must submit documentation of staff meeting agendas and attendance records. The staff meeting agenda must include supervision as a topic of discussion. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months . 4. Facility agrees to unannounced visits by DHS representative for a period of three months in order to monitor supervision and regulatory compliance. 5. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(iv)

Description: Water safety

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of water safety training was not on file for staff member 1.

Correction Required: Competence in water safety instruction is demonstrated by the completion of basic instruction in water safety from a certified lifeguard.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the NSOR clearance was not on file for staff member 1, staff member 2 and staff member 4. Documentation of the NSOR clearance was obtained after the first day caring for children for staff member 3 and staff member 5. Documentation of the disclosure statement for staff member 3 was not signed by a witness. The disclosure statement was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: staff member 1, staff member 2 and staff member - 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. staff member 1, staff member 2 and staff member 4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a broken bin with maganatiles in them, a cracked plastic bin with wooden blocks and a broken plastic bin with play food in classroom 4. There was a broken basket with blocks and a broken basket with wood pieces in classroom 5. There was a broken basket with plastic manipulatives in classroom 7. There was a broken basket with blocks in classroom 8. All of the broken bins/baskets were removed during the inspection.

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: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the refrigerator in the kitchenette did not contain a thermometer. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a staff member in classroom 3 did not wash their hands prior to serving lunch.

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

Regulation: 3270.161(a)

Description: Wholesome

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was almond milk that expired on 12/31/24 in the refrigerator in the kitchenette and milk that expired on 4/4/25 in the refrigerator in the hallway. The milk was disposed during the inspection.

Correction Required: Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.

Regulation: 3270.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: Staff member 7 was observed working as a lifeguard during the inspection but did not have documentation of a complete file.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an annual emergency drill was not on file.

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

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the first aid/ CPR certificate on file for staff member 2 expired on 5/26/24 and was renewed on 3/27/25. Documentation of the first aid/ CPR certificate on file for staff member 3 expired on 5/26/24 and was renewed on 5/30/24. expired on

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

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #4--- has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however (the training was not completed through a Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) approved curriculum/ the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum). This was corrected on April 8, 2025

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4--- must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #4--, staff person #4-- may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 1 was working with children but did not have documentation of out of state clearances on file. Documentation of the state police clearance on file for staff member 5 expired on 5/2/24 and was updated on 9/19/24.

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

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a ceiling tile with water marks on them in classroom 2. The shelf under the sink between classroom 6 and classroom 7 was visibly dirty with a sticky residue. The ceiling tile was corrected during the inspection and the shelf under the sink was cleaned during the inspection.

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.

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that the first aid kit in classroom 9 was in a wagon and accessible to children. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Video footage provided by the facility, showed staff member 1 sitting at a picnic table with their back toward the children on the playground. A parent arrives to pick up their child and staff could not immediately locate child 1. Staff member 2 located the child after 1 minute and 16 seconds of walking around the playground.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Video footage provided by the facility, showed staff member 1 sitting at a picnic table with their back toward the children on the playground. A parent arrives to pick up their child and staff could not immediately locate child 1. Staff member 2 located the child after 1 minute and 16 seconds of walking around the playground.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that administrative staff members are conducting daily checks on all playgrounds to ensure that staff members are properly supervising the children. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Video footage provided by the facility, showed staff member 1 sitting at a picnic table with their back toward the children on the playground. A parent arrives to pick up their child and staff could not immediately locate child 1. Staff member 2 located the child after 1 minute and 16 seconds of walking around the playground.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Facility self-reported that child 1 was unsupervised for approximately thirty- three minutes. The child was found outside on the playground by a staff member. Staff members did not know the whereabouts of the child and wasn't physically present.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. Staff shall also participate in all subsequent TA visits. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Facility self-reported that child 1 was unsupervised for approximately thirty- three minutes. The child was found outside on the playground by a staff member. Staff members did not know the whereabouts of the child and wasn't physically present.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children during transitions is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. The legal entity must also participate in subsequent technical assistance visits. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Facility self-reported that child 1 was unsupervised for approximately thirty- three minutes. The child was found outside on the playground by a staff member. Staff members did not know the whereabouts of the child and wasn't physically present.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Facility self-reported that child 1 was unsupervised for approximately thirty- three minutes. The child was found outside on the playground by a staff member. Staff members did not know the whereabouts of the child and wasn't physically present.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Facility will work with TA specialist to review and revise onboarding policies specifically focusing on supervision, transitions and primary care. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: While conducting a complaint investigation, it was observed that staff member 2 was not able to point out any of the children in their primary care group.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: While conducting a complaint investigation, it was observed that staff member 1 did not have the NSOR clearance on file. The clearance was sent to the certification representative later that same day.

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. Directed Plan of Correction: Staff member 3 and staff member 4, will attend the Existing Provider Orientation on October 10, 2024.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: While conducting a complaint investigation, it was observed that staff member 1 did not have the NSOR clearance on file. The clearance was sent to the certification representative later that same day.

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.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation, it was observed that staff member 1 did not have documentation of a disclosure statement, National Sex Offender Registry Verification and DHS FBI clearance on file.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of a health assessment and TB test was not on file for staff member 2.

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

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an updated health assessment was not on file for staff member 1, staff member 3 and staff member 4.

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: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The child abuse clearance on file for staff member 5 was a volunteer child abuse clearance and was observed to be in ratio and responsible for 4 children at the time of the correction verification visit.

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.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: As previously cited on inspection summary ending in 712, the ceiling tile in room 2 had water marks on it, indicating a leak.

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.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that baskets containing blocks, shapes and cars were broken in room 2. A basket with building cubes was broken in room 8. A basket with shapes was broken in room 9. The baskets in room 8 and room 9 were removed during the inspection

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: 3270.107/3270.161(a)

Description: Refrigerator/Wholesome

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that refrigerator located in the hallway kitchen, did not have an operable thermometer and expired eggs. The eggs were thrown away during the inspection.

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. Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 3 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1 and child 2 did not include the enrolling parent's work phone number.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation on file of the 6 month update for the emergency contact information and agreement on file for child 1 was updated more than 6 months of the initial date.

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: 3270.133(7)(vi)

Description: Time of administration

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the medication log on file for child 4 did not include the time in which the medication should be administered. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: A medication log shall include the time of administration.

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(3)

Description: Physical examination/Exam communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 8 did not include a physical examination or an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

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

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for staff member 8 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's 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.

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a staff member did not wash their hands prior to serving lunch in room 9.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of sending the emergency evacuation plan to the local municipality was not on file. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the updated first aid and CPR certification on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3 and staff member 4 were completed after the expiration date of the initial certification date.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the first aid/CPR certification on file for staff member 7 was completed after the first 90 days of their start date.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the disclosure statement on file for staff member 5 and staff member 6 did not include the date the disclosure statement was signed by the employee and the witness. This was corrected during the inspection. The National Sex Offender Registry on file for staff member 7 was obtained more than 45 days from the employees start date.

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.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation on file for staff member 8 did not include two years' experience working with children.

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.

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that electrical outlets were missing in room 2 and room 5. The outlet covers were placed into the missing outlets in room 2 and room 5 during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit in room 9 was accessible to children. The first aid kit was placed out of reach of children during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a ceiling tile had a water mark on it in room 6 and in room 2. A floor tile was cracked and broken by the door leading to the outside playground in room 5.

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.

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that paint was peeling in room 6. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

Regulation: 3270.81

Description: Glass

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a visual strip was missing on the glass door leading to the outside playground in room 4. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 was unsupervised for approximately four minutes and twenty seconds. The child was found outside on the playground by an administrative staff member and was brought back to the group inside. Staff members did not know the where abouts of the child and wasn't physically present.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 was unsupervised for approximately four minutes and twenty seconds. The child was found outside on the playground by an administrative staff member and was brought back to the group inside. Staff members did not know the where abouts of the child and wasn't physically present.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 was unsupervised for approximately four minutes and twenty seconds. The child was found outside on the playground by an administrative staff member and was brought back to the group inside. Staff members did not know the where abouts of the child and wasn't physically present.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The legal entity will be responsible for implementing a name to face card system to assist staff with supervision and primary care groups. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 was unsupervised for approximately four minutes and twenty seconds. The child was found outside on the playground by an administrative staff member and was brought back to the group inside. Staff members did not know the where abouts of the child and wasn't physically present.

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

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: While conducting a self-reported non compliance incident, staff member 1 stated that they were alone with 12 pre-school aged children for approximately 3 minutes.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation on file at the time of an unannounced visit for staff member 1, did not include a dated disclosure statement or a child abuse clearance. Staff member 1 is serving as the facility director and should have all clearances on file by start date. The disclosure statement was signed during the visit. It was determined that the child abuse clearance was incomplete during the visit. The child abuse clearance was completed during the visit and a completed abuse clearance was sent to the certification representative later that same day.

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.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: While conducting a complaint investigation, it was observed that staff member 1 and staff member 2 had 17 total children but only identified 14 children. Staff members weren't able to identify all of the children in their primary care groups.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, when licensing representative asked the staff in room 4 to name their primary care groups, they stated they had 17 total children but only 16 children were named between three staff members. Staff members took the children inside and had them all sit down so the staff members could figure out which child wasn't accounted for during the primary care check.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.