Jefferson Defrees Family Center
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Hours of Operation
- Monday6:45 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday6:45 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday6:45 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday6:45 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday6:45 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-06-04 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed in the Elephant classroom the plastic lid to a container of Legos was cracked with a potential pinch point. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The lid has been taped up to prevent pinching. If the lid cracks any further the lid will be discarded to prevent any injuries. |
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| 2026-06-04 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: The cots used as rest equipment by the children in the Turtle classroom were not individually labeled. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have the teachers number the cots in the classroom and have a list of who gets which cot and where they get placed in the classroom. |
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| 2026-06-04 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The files for child #1 and child #2 contain emergency contact information and financial agreements that have not been updated in the past six month. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have the parents review the child's file and update any necessary changes. The parents will sign off that they have updated the file. |
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| 2026-06-04 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7) Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, preschool aged, contains a current health report that is lacking a statement from the physician that the child is able to participate in childcare and free from communicable disease. Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have the parents get a physical from the doctor or a note stating that the child is free of communicable diseases and can participate in childcare. Note: child #1 is done at JDFC. She does not come for summer and headed to Kindergarten in the Fall. |
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| 2026-06-04 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 is lacking a current health assessment conducted during the previous 24 month. period as evidenced by the only health assessment on file is dated 4/30/2024. The file for staff person #5 is lacking a current health assessment conducted during the previous 24 month. period as evidenced by the only health assessment on file is dated 4/9/2024. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have her get a physical ASAP. (Physical was completed on 6/20/2026) |
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| 2026-06-04 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff Person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a current FBI clearance that was obtained greater than 60 months after the previous FBI clearance as evidenced by clearances dated 1/14/2021 and 1/30/2026. The file for staff person #3, hire date 8/13/2025, contains a disclosure statement that is lacking a witness signature and is therefore not valid. The file for staff person #4, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 8/13/2021 which is not valid for employment in a childcare facility and contains a child abuse clearance dated 2/5/2026 which is after the initial date of hire. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We completed an FBI clearance on 1/30/26. Obtained a disclosure statement with a witnessed signature. |
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| 2026-06-04 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(b) Description: Original container Noncompliance Area: Observed in a storage closet in the Giraffe classroom, Lysol spray stored next to Ritz crackers and GooGone spray stored next to a box of assorted snacks. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The toxic materials were moved to a different closet that does not contain any food items. They are in their original containers. |
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| 2026-06-04 | Renewal | 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.72(d) Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Noncompliance Area: Observed the window in the upstairs bathroom used by children was lacking a restriction preventing it from opening greater than 6 inches. Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We put a sign on the window stating Do Not Open Window. The lever to open the window has been taped shut. |
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| 2026-06-04 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed rust on the heat registers in the Giraffe classroom. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The maintenance department painted the heat registers in the classroom to ensure no rust was present on the surface of the heater. |
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| 2026-04-22 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.111(c) - Promote development | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(c) Description: Promote development Noncompliance Area: Based on staff interviews it is verified that child #1 has been removed from the classroom due to disruptive and aggressive behaviors and taken to the director's office which is not certified child care space and does not provide an environment that promotes the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Going forward if a child is removed from the classroom or disruptive or aggressive behaviors they will be taking by an available teacher to a certified child care space. While they are in the space to calm down the teacher will practice calming activities with the child, read a story to them, sing a song with them, give them a few options of sensory toys to play with, and/or talk to them about better choices to deal with their feelings. |
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| 2026-04-22 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.61(a) - Indoor space- small muscle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61(a) Description: Indoor space- small muscle Noncompliance Area: Based on staff interviews it is verified that child #1 has been removed from the classroom due to disruptive and aggressive behaviors and taken to the director's office which is not certified child care space. Correction Required: A facility shall provide indoor child care space for individual and group small muscle activity. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Going forward if a child needs to be removed from the classroom for disruptive or aggressive behaviors the available staff will take the child to a certified child care space. Theses spaces could be one of the other available classrooms or the Wetmore room location. |
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| 2025-06-17 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed on the outside play space a bin of assorted toys with a yellow plastic lid that was cracked posing a pinch hazard. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Tape of the crack that is on the lid. If the crack worsens we will replace with a new one. |
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| 2025-06-17 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contains emergency contact and financial agreement that has not been updated during the previous 6-month period. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have the parent review the emergency contact and financial agreement forms and sign the signature sheet ensuring all information is correct and up to date. |
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| 2025-06-17 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #1, #2 and #3 contain current health assessments that were conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessments. The files are now current. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have the staff get a current physical and place in the file. |
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| 2025-06-17 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the door to the storage room located between the Gym and the Minions classroom was open allowing children access to a paper cutter which was sitting inside the door on a low table. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I plan on correcting this by hanging a sign on the door that states "Please keep door closed" I will let all staff members know of the safety concerns and let them know that the door needs to remained closed at all times. |
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| 2025-06-17 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The letter for parents regarding the facility emergency plan is lacking information regarding procedures in a lock down emergency. Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will update the annual parent letter to include lock down procedures. |
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| 2025-06-17 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking a child abuse clearance as required for employment in child care under CPSL. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Get a copy of his/her clearance to put in her file. Make sure its current. |
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| 2025-02-27 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: Observed in the Elephants Room Zyrtec and an Epipen that were not labeled with the name of the child for whom they were intended. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bag that contains the Epipen and the Zyrtec has been labeled with initials. All contents of the same bag have been labeled with initials. The med log is also in the bag. |
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| 2025-02-27 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.72(d) Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Noncompliance Area: Observed in the Turtles Room located on the second level, a sliding window with a modification that was not functioning properly and allowed the window to be open greater than 6 inches. Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Materials have been cut to length to allow an opening of no more than 6 inches. These materials have been placed in all windows. The materials that were too short have been removed. |
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| 2025-02-27 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: The fire alarm test log identified that alarm tests were conducted 1/24/25 and 2/24/25 which exceeded 30 days between tests. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The most recent test had been conducted prior to inspection. |
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| 2025-02-27 | Change in Location Capacity | Change in Location Capacity | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2024-06-25 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2, hire date (see IS code sheet) is lacking The Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 that was required to be completed by all staff by 12/30/2022. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have staff person complete training. |
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| 2024-06-25 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 contains documentation of a TB test that is lacking the results of the TB test. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have staff person obtain new physical to include TB test or obtain updated information from physican. |
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| 2024-06-25 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Description: Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Noncompliance Area: The file for staff persons #1, #3 and #4 contain current health assessments that are lacking physician statements regarding examination for communicable disease and suitability to provide childcare. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have staff obtain new physicals or updated information from physicians. |
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| 2024-06-25 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 is lacking a valid mandated reporter training completed within 90 days of hire. The file does contain documentation of a current mandated reporter training. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Corrected prior to inspection. |
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| 2024-06-25 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3, provisional hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking a completed NSOR verification within 45 days of hire as required for provisional hire under CPSL. The file does contain a current NSOR verification. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This was corrected prior to inspection. |
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| 2024-06-25 | Renewal | 3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) - Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) Description: Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted Noncompliance Area: Observed the following toxic plants located in childcare spaces and accessible to children: Cheetah Room - Aloa, pothos and Corn plant; Toddler Room - Aloe, snake, pothos and corn plant; Elephants Room - Aloe, Corn plant. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All plants removed at time of inspection. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: The financial agreement of child #2 did not contain the arrival and departure times of the child. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The arrival and departure times have been added to the financial agreement. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form of child #4 did not contain the complete address of the child's physician. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Emergency Contact form was returned to the parent and the physician's address was provided. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form of child #4 did not contain information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation or documentation this is not applicable to the child. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent was asked to complete box as appropriate. "N/A" was placed in each of the corresponding boxes. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form of child #2, #3 and #4 did not contain complete addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Complete addresses for the pick up individuals were obtained and written on emergency contact form by the families. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The file of child #1 contained health assessments which were dated more than 12 months apart (8/18/2021 and 12/28/2022). Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Obtaining the 12/28/2022 physical corrected not having a recent physical in the child's file. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The immunization record of child #3 did not contain documentation of Hepatitis vaccinations as recommended by the ACIP or acceptable documentation of exemption. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Family was contacted and asked to follow up with physican. Second vaccination has been obtained and updated health report has been provided. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: A parent letter was not provided to the parents of enrolled children explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection (a). Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A parent letter explaining emergency procedures has been distributed to the families. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The files of facility person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6, all new hires, did not have signed disclosure statements on the current for but did contain signed disclosure statements on the 11/2015 form. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Signed disclosure statements on the current form were obtained on date of inspection. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: The toilet in the Giraffe classroom did not contain a posted handwashing sign. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A sign was moved to directly above the toilet in the Giraffe. |
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| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.91(a) Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Noncompliance Area: Cubbies were obstructing an exit in the upstairs school age classroom and cots were obstructing an exit in the balcony classroom. Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Cubbies in the upstairs school age room were adjusted so they are no longer obstructing the exit. The cots in the balcony room have been moved and are now being stored in the closet in that classroom. |
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| 2022-06-30 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: An approximately 2'x2' wooden table used by children in care in the Turtles Room was observed to have exposed bolts on the underside of the tabletop where the top connected to the table legs. In the Elephants Room, an exposed bolt was observed on the underside of a wooden, child-sized chair used by children in care. Contact with said bolts could cause puncture or laceration injuries. An approximately 4'x3' free standing dry erase board in an area accessible to children in care in the Elephants Room was observed to have pinching points located at the base of the support frame. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Cover bolts with tape to remove the possibility for injury. |
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| 2022-06-30 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that did not include the address of an individual who is listed as a person to whom the child can be released. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Contact parent for required information. |
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| 2022-06-30 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(e) Description: Written emergency plan posted Noncompliance Area: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not conspicuously posted in the Kangaroos Room. Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Display policy in classrooms. The policy is in the policy and procedure handbook already. |
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| 2022-06-30 | Renewal | 3270.133(3)/3270.133(5) - Name on bottle/Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3)/3270.133(5) Description: Name on bottle/Original label Noncompliance Area: An expired bottle of allergy medication was observed in an area inaccessible to children in the Elephants Room. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Remove expired medication for area. |
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| 2022-06-30 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: Although the file for Staff #2 contained a current health assessment, the previous health assessment on file was dated as administered more than 24 months prior. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has current health assessment. |
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| 2022-06-30 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained two written references; however, one reference was written by a relative of Staff #1. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Request a nonfamily letter of reference. |
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| 2022-06-30 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: A monitor was observed atop an approximately 4' x 18" wooden shelf in an area accessible to children in the Giraffe Room. It was determined that the monitor could be knocked off of the shelf if the shelf were to be tipped, which created a risk of blunt force injury. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The shelf was secured to the wall for stability and not allowing it to tip over. |
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| 2022-06-30 | Renewal | 3270.82(g)/3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair/Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g)/3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair/Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Two toilets located in the bathroom used by children in care were observed to have bolts protruding from the base of each side of the toilets. Contact with said bolts could cause laceration and/or puncture injuries. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bolts were covered with tape. |
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| 2020-08-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #1, #2 and #3 contain current health assessments that were conducted greater than 24 months following the prior 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Future health assessments will be completed prior to expiration date of the current assessment. |
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| 2020-08-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 contains a child abuse clearance that expired on 7/2/2020 and a current child abuse clearance dated 7/16/2020 which is greater than 60 months from the prior clearance. The file for staff person #4 contains a criminal history clearance that expired on 6/4/2020 and a current criminal history dated 7/14/2020 which is greater than 60 months from the prior clearance. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Future clearances will be renewed prior to expiration date. |
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| 2020-06-29 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the upstairs Panda's Preschool classroom a wooden cubby unit was on uneven flooring causing the unit to tip slightly. The cubby unit was not anchored for stability. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Add bracket to secure cubbies to wall. Furniture will be stable. |
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| 2020-06-29 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for child #1 and child #2, both preschool aged, did not contain verification of a flu immunization during the previous 12 month period. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Her parents sign off on vaccination. Will have letters available going forward for file updates. |
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| 2020-06-29 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 does not contain a health assessment conducted during the previous 12 month period. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff had physical scheduled at time of inspection. Will have staff be more mindful of times going forward. |
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| 2020-06-29 | Renewal | 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the upstairs Panda's Preschool Room there are wooden cubbies blocking one of the exits to the classroom. Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Move cubbies away from door. Exits will not be blocked. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed in the Lion's School Age room was a cracked bin filled with wooden blocks posing a pinch point. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bin was repaired.In the future, all equipment will be checked for cracks and broken pieces. Any items that are cracked or broken will be removed or fixed. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for child #1, #2 and #5 contain current financial agreements and emergency contact information that were updated more than 6 months after the previous updates. The files are current. Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the informationA parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, child files will be closely monitored to make sure parents are updating information once in a 6 month period. Files are updated at parent/teacher conference times that happen twice a year 6 months apart. If parents are not present for their conference, file will be updated during parent drop-off/pick-up time. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for child #2, #3 and #4, all preschool aged, contained immunization reports that lacked verification of an influenza vaccination in the previous 12 month period as required in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, children's immunization records will be monitored and any children without required vaccinations will be required to turn in updated immunization records or paperwork stating that immunization was refused. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the Pandas room an expired container of ibuprofen was observed. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, all medications in medicine cabinets will be routinely checked during restocking of supplies. All expired medication will be returned to parents. If medication is required, parents may bring in new medication. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the infant room and the young toddler room diapers were being disposed of in a container that required the diaper to be pushed through an opening therefore not meeting the hands-free requirement. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The opening in the container has been altered so that diapers can be put in hands free without having to push them through an opening. In the future, diaper containers will not be purchased unless they are completely hands free. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person # 2 contains a current health assessment that was conducted more than 24 months after the previous health assessment. The file is current. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, staff health assessments will be closely monitored to make sure they are current. Files will be reviewed every month to make sure all health assessments are current. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 contains a current health assessment that does not include a statement regarding the results of an exam for communicable disease and suitability for providing child care. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, staff health assessments will be checked upon receipt to make sure that physicians are noting if they have or don't have a communicable disease and their suitability to provide care. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #3,4,5 and 6 do not contain documentation of training regarding the facility emergency plan within 7 days of initial hire. The staff have since been trained 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, emergency procedure plan will be completed as part of all new staff orientation within the first 7 days of employment. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, hire date 2/4/19, contains a Department of Education FBI clearance which is not an approved clearance for employment in child care under CPSL. Staff person #1 must be removed from a child care position until an FBI clearance is obtained through Department of Human Services. The file for staff person #6, hire date 12/17/18, contains verification of mandated reporter training completed on 4/21/19 which is greater than 90 days from hire as required under the CPSL. The file does contain valid mandated reporter training. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 was removed from a child care staff position. In the future, staff will not be able to submit FBI clearance from the Department of Education. Staff will be required to obtain a new FBI clearance from the Department of Human Services. This will happen before staff begin working in the classroom. |
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| 2019-06-12 | Renewal | 3270.72(c) - Good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the upstairs Young Toddler room was a torn screen in a window open for ventilation. Correction Required: Screens shall be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, window screens will be inspected to ensure they are intact. Any window screens that are broken or torn will be repaired immediately. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the Jefferson room there was a cracked plastic storage bin containing markers. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, materials will be checked on a weekly basis to ensure nothing is missing pieces, broken or cracked. If materials are missing pieces, broken or cracked they will be removed from the classroom immediately and disposed of. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 does not contain a child service report or approved assessment completed with-in the previous 6 month period. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, children who attend the center for less than 4 hours/day will have a child service report completed instead of a GOLD assessment. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 contains emergency contact information that does not contain the addresses for the emergency release persons. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, emergency contact information will be reviewed before the child starts to ensure all the required information is located on the form. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the Cubs Room it was observed that emergency contact information was not available for child #4 when the child was receiving care in the childcare 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, emergency contact information that is located in the backpacks in each classroom will be checked on a monthly basis to ensure information on each child in the classroom is located in the backpack. Information will also be reviewed during changing of programming(from preschool to summer and from summer to preschool). |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 does not contain an initial health report conducted within 60 days of the first day of attendance. The file does contain an immunization record. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, parents who do not return a health report within 60 days of the child's enrollment in the center will be denied care until the health report is received. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contains a current health report that does not include a statement from the physician regarding contagious or communicable diseases and ability to participate in child care. Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, children's health reports will be reviewed to ensure all required information is located on the health report. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 contains a current health assessment that does not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, staff health assessments will be reviewed to ensure that all required information for employment is on the assessment. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(5) - Physician/CRNP assessment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contains a current health assessment that does not include a statement from the physician regarding 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, staff health assessments will be reviewed to ensure that all required information for employment is on the assessment. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, with a hire date of 5/21/18, does not contain verification of fingerprinting prior to the start date working with children as required under the CPSL. The file does contain complete clearances. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, newly hired staff who have current clearances will have clearance paperwork reviewed to make sure all necessary documents are included. If any paperwork is missing, they will need to complete required paper before starting. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.51/3270.113(a) - Similar Age Level/Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At ~2:30pm in the Pandas Room staff person #2 was observed supervising 11 preschool 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. IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. 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. TIERED LIS: 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. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future, staff will check the number of children in the classroom at various times throughout the day to make sure ratio's are maintained. This is especially true if there are children entering in to the program at various times throughout the day. Ratio checks will be done immediately when a child enters into the classroom. |
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| 2018-06-20 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the Pandas Room there was a container of hydrogen peroxide labeled "keep out of the reach of children' accessible to children on a low shelf in an unlocked cabinet. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The peroxide was moved to a high shelf. In the future, materials that are listed as "keep out of reach of children" will be stored in a locked cabinet/area or they will be stored in a place that is inaccessible to the children. If locks are broken, they will immediately be replace. |
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| 2018-01-12 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the Turtles preschool room there was a bottle of ibuprofen that was not labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The ibuprofen was labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended. All medications will be labeled with the name of the child for whom it is intended. |
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| 2018-01-12 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In child cubbies in the Gibbons preschool room there were two lunch boxes containing perishable food. Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Since it was still early in the morning the food was moved to a refrigerator. All perishable foods will be refrigerated. |
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| 2018-01-12 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the Panda preschool room there was an electrical outlet without a protective cover. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The protective cover was placed in the outlet. All electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years old and under will contain protective covers. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A preschool aged child was observed walking from the preschool classroom to the hallway bathroom while the staff person stood in the classroom doorway. Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children will be supervised at all times. Staff will be physically present with the children they are supervising. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #1 was lacking addresses for the designated release people. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent added addresses for the designated release people for the child within 5 days of inspection. All emergency contact sheets will be reviewed upon receipt from parent and any necessary information and signatures needed will be obtained prior to the child's admission into the program. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 was lacking an initial health report completed within 60 days of enrollment. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file contains a current health report. All enrolled children will have health reports on file within 60 days of enrollment. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3, preschool aged, is lacking a health report completed within the previous 12 month period. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent submitted updated health appraisal for the child within 5 days of inspection. Child Health appraisals will be reviewed on a monthly basis. Any health appraisal that is due within 30 days will be given to parent to have them schedule an appointment for health appraisal update. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the medication cabinet in Turtle's classroom there was a tube of polysporin ointment not labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The ointment was labeled with the name of the child. All medications will be labeled with the name of the child for whom it is intended. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the upstairs bathroom a diaper was observed disposed of in a covered trash container that was not hands-free. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A hands-free covered trash container was placed in the bathroom to use for disposing of diapers. All diapers will be disposed of in a plastic-lined hands-free covered trash container. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 contained a current health assessment that was completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessment. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file contains a current health assessment. All staff will have updated health assessments on file every 24 months. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 contained an emergency contact form that did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent signed consent for emergency medial care for the child within 5 days of inspection. All emergency contact sheets will be reviewed upon receipt from parent and any necessary information and signatures needed will be obtained prior to the child's admission into the program. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 was lacking 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 |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person will immediately submit her two letters of reference by 6/15/2017. In the future references letters will need to be submitted prior to the staff person being hired. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 was lacking verification of initial emergency plan training at time of hire. Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff completed emergency plan training within 5 days of inspection date. In the future, staff will be given emergency plan training at time of initial hire. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3, hired on 12/12/16, does not contain documentation of mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire as required by CPSL. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff completed mandated reporter training within 5 days of inspection date. In the future, staff will be monitored and given time to complete mandated reporter training during work hours to ensure mandated reporter trainings is completed within 90 days of hire date. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3, serving as an assistant group supervisor, was lacking verification of a high school diploma. Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff submitted verification of high school diploma within 5 days of inspection date. In the future, staff will need to submit all the necessary paperwork, including high school diploma, prior to working in the classroom with children. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the School Age Lion's classroom bottles of bleach water and disinfectant spray were on the table accessible to the 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottles were moved to a high cabinet out of the reach of the children. All toxics will be inaccessible to children. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Handwashing signs were missing from the sink and toilet in the Wetmore bathroom. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Handwashing signs were put up in the bathroom. Handwashing signs will be posted at all sinks and toilets. |
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| 2017-06-13 | Renewal | 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The fire drill log identified a span of greater than 60 days between fire drills held on 1/11/17 and 5/2/17. Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Facility persons and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill. Facility persons and children shall exit the building, weather permitting. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A fire drill has been held within the last 60 days. Fire drills will be held at least every 60 days. |
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