Juniata College Early Childhood Education Center
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Hours of Operation
- Monday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
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| 2026-07-20 | 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 cracked magna tiles in the Preschool/Pre K Classroom. 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.) Cracked magnet tiles were disposed of during the inspection in the presence of the certification representative. |
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| 2026-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #2, a preschooler, lacked DTAP/DTP/TD and Hepatitis A immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #2 had documentation of 3 DTAP/DTP/TD immunizations and no Hepatitis A immunizations. The file of Child #3, a young toddler, lacked Pneumococcal immunizations and a Varicella immunization according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #3 had documentation of 3 Pneumococcal immunizations and no Varicella immunization. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.) Parent's of child #2 and #3 were notified on 07/20/2026 that child was currently behind on recommended vaccines and a letter would need to be provided by child's medical provider noting that child was on an alternate vaccine schedule. Child #3 - parent provided letter on 07/22/2026. Child also received updated vaccines at appointment on 07/20/2026. Child #2 - provided letter and proof of upcoming office visit scheduled for vaccines on 07/28/2026 |
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| 2026-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.182(8) - Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(8) Description: Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: It was observed that an agreement was not on file at the date of admission for Child #1 (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Child #1 had an agreement dated 12/19/25. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Owner reviewed DHS regulations with director and assistant director, reminding them that an agreement between provider and parents must be obtained and on file on or before child's first day of enrollment. |
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| 2026-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.192(4) - CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(4) Description: CPSL information Noncompliance Area: Staff #1, #2, and #3 lacked a valid disclosure statement (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The disclosure statement on file for Staff #2, #3, and #4 was not the Disclosure Statement for Child Care Employment dated 1/1/25. Correction Required: 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.) Owner printed up to date (2025) disclosures for staff member #2, #3, and #4. All staff members signed new agreement and each staff file was updated. |
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| 2026-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Replace existing (outdated) certification with most recent 2025-2026 certification. |
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| 2026-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #3, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 2 years experience 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #4 was notified that documentation needed to be returned to director ASAP. Staff member returned the completed document on 07/21/2026 and was placed in her file. |
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| 2025-08-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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 health report for Child #1 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The doctor's office checked and initialed beside the box. |
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| 2025-08-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.166(1) - Written statement | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(1) Description: Written statement Noncompliance Area: 2nd citation. Previously cited on 7/9/25. Observed that a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant was not obtained from the parents of some infants in the Infant/Young Toddler Room. Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All infants have feeding schedules. All future enrollments of infants will include an area on the agreement to add the feeding schedule, which will be a required area of completion on the form. Will continue to utilize brightwheel for daily feeding documentation from parents and staff. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: Child #2 lacked child service reports completed at least every 6 months. Child #2 had service reports completed on 2/26/24, 9/1/24, and 2/12/25. 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.) Child #2 has current child service report. Owner/director will complete child service reports and maintain the form in the child's chart and least every 6 months. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Non 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 emergency contact for Child #3 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #3's emergency contact was signed on 8/13/24 and reviewed on 12/3/24. Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 has a current review of the emergency contact form. Owner/director will work with families to review/update emergency contact forms at least once in a 6-month period. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #3 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #3 contained health reports dated 7/19/24 and 10/24/24. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 has an updated health report. Child had a checkup 12/2/2024, however parents did not provide form and updated immunizations are that time. Owner/director sent a reminder to parents of requirements for health reports. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1 lacked an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. The file of Child #1 contained health reports dated 9/22/23 and 10/4/24. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 has a current health report. Owner/director sent a reminder to parents of requirements for health reports. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.131(c) - Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(c) Description: Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #3 contained a health report dated 10/24/24 which was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 has an updated health report. Owner/director sent message reminding parents of health assessment requirements, including the importance of signatures. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #3, a 13-month-old, lacked DTAP/DTP/TD and Pneumococcal immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #3 had documentation of 2 DTAP/DTP/TD immunizations and 2 Pneumococcal immunizations. 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.) Child #3 has updated immunizations. Child had a checkup 12/2/2024, however parents did not provide form and updated immunizations are that time. Owner/director sent a reminder to parents of requirements for health reports. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a) Description: Child's hands washed Noncompliance Area: Staff did not ensure that a child's hands were washed after being diapered in the Infant/Young Toddler Room. After diapering the child, staff applied hand sanitizer to the child's hands. Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Owner/director re-educated staff members on hand washing requirements, before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.152 Description: Adult Hygiene Noncompliance Area: Staff did not wash his hands after diapering a child in the Infant/Young Toddler Room. After diapering the child, staff used hand sanitizer. Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Owner/director re-educated staff members on hand washing requirements, before meals and snacks, after toileting and after diapering. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.166(1) - Written statement | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(1) Description: Written statement Noncompliance Area: Observed that a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant was not obtained from the parents of some infants in the Infant/Young Toddler Room. Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All infants have feeding schedules. All future enrollments of infants will include an area on the agreement to add the feeding schedule, which will be a required area of completion on the form. Will continue to utilize brightwheel for daily feeding documentation from parents and staff. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(a) Description: Pick-up and drop-off points Noncompliance Area: The operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. The operator provided documentation that local traffic safety authorities were notified on 5/1/24 and 6/2/25. Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Owner will be diligent in updates being sent to local authorities annually, no more than 12 calendar months apart. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #1 lacked a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained a written evaluation dated 7/30/24 but did not contain one for 2023. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has a current staff evaluation. Owner and staff member completed the review in 2023, however neither retained their original/copy of the review. Owner will be diligent while filing to ensure that misplacement of future reviews does not occur. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #2, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 2 years' experience 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was not alone during probationary period. Documentation of experience obtained as of 07/21/2025. See attached. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Observed Top Care Advanced Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the sink by the changing tables in the Infant/Young Toddler Room which was accessible to children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Hand sanitizer was removed from the sink and placed on a shelf, out of the reach of children. Staff members educated on the dangers of having the sanitizer within reach of the children. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.74 Description: Emergency Numbers Posted Noncompliance Area: The telephone number of the nearest hospital was not posted by each telephone in the facility. Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Owner made a new document with all emergency numbers, adding the number for the local hospital. Previous postings were removed and replaced with updated posting that include the hospital phone number. These postings are by each telephone in the facility. |
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| 2025-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4) Description: Hypothetical locations Noncompliance Area: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire were rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location was never the same for consecutive drills. Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) New document created for documentation of real fire alarm evacuations that are not set up as hypothetical, in order to separate real alarms and hypothetical situations to ensure that locations do not occur in consecutive locations. |
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| 2024-08-28 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(c) Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Noncompliance Area: 2nd citation. Previously cited on 7/24/24. On 8/28/24 observed embedded equipment in the preschool/school-age outdoor play space with approximately 6 inches of mulch. The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends 9 inches of mulch as protective surface covering. Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Embedded playground equipment (climber) has been removed from the playground. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: On 7/24/24 observed 3 torn rest mats with exposed foam in the Preschool Room. 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 three torn rest mats were disposed of in the trash. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(c) Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Noncompliance Area: On 7/24/24 observed embedded equipment in the preschool/school-age outdoor play space with approximately 1 inch of mulch. The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends 9 inches of mulch as protective surface covering. Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A sand bag barrier was installed and 10 inches of new mulch was brought in and spread around to surround the climber. The swings were taken down and will no longer be in use. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: On 7/24/24 observed 2 foam blocks with bite marks in the Preschool Room. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The 2 foam blocks were disposed of in the trash. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: On 7/24/24 observed a dramatic play cabinet which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard in the Preschool Room. 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.) Dramatic play cabinet has been anchored to the existing partition/divider and weightbearing pole that exists in the room using eyehooks and zip ties. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: The files of Children #1, #2, #3, and #4 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the file and give the original to the parent. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Copies of the original agreements were made, and the originals were returned to parents. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(4) - Written consent | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care prior to admission. Child #1 had an admission date of 9/5/23 with an emergency contact form signed on 9/8/23. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 has signed parent consent for emergency medical care. Citation noted - all dates on emergency contact forms will be evaluated for congruency upon enrollment or review. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #5 lacked an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. The file of Child #5 contained a health report dated 9/22/23 with a previous one dated 8/18/22. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #5 has a current health report. Parents of Child #5 notified on 8/16/24 of regulation and it has been requested by the facility that the family ensure to adhere to the regulations on the future. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a) Description: Child's hands washed Noncompliance Area: Staff indicated they are not washing mobile children's hands until the age of 2 with running water before meals and snacks, after toileting, and after being diapered. Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A stool was purchased to ensure that all mobile children have access to the sink to wash hands and staff will ensure that the children are washing hands before meals and snack and after diapering/toileting. Staff will continue to wash the hands of non mobile children with wet cloth/wipe. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The agreement for Child #2 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's agreement was signed on 5/24/23 and reviewed on 12/7/23 and 6/17/24. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #4 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #4's emergency contact was reviewed on 5/24/23, 12/7/23, and 6/6/24. Child #4's agreement was reviewed on 5/24/23, 12/7/23, and 6/3/24. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #5 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #5's emergency contact t was reviewed on 5/23/23, 12/7/23, and 6/4/24. Child #5's agreement was reviewed on 5/23/23 and 12/7/23. Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children have current reviews of emergency contacts and agreements. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission. Child #1 had an admission date of 9/5/23 with an emergency contact form signed on 9/8/23. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 has signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.182(8) - Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(8) Description: Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: It was observed that an agreement was not on file at the date of enrollment. Child #3's date of admission was 1/8/24 with an agreement dated 1/10/24. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Current agreement is on file for Child #3. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) - Emergency plan/Emergency plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) Description: Emergency plan/Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility created an emergency drill log, but it did not address the names of facility persons, special accommodations the facility used for any category of children, and the total number of adults and children participating in the drill Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Appropriate DHS approved drill log was presented by the certification rep. Log was printed and the previous log was replaced with DHS approved log. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: The files of Staff #4, #6, and #7 lacked documentation of training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The files of Staff #4, #6, #7 contained no documentation of emergency plan training. 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.) Emergency plan was reviewed with Staff #4 and #6 on 7/30/24 and documented in the log. Emergency plan was emailed to Staff #7 on 8/16/24 as she is on maternity leave presently. Plan will also be reviewed with her upon return from leave, this was documented in the log. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The sentence "Appropriate accommodations will be made for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions" was added to existing parent letter. Letter was sent out to existing parents on 8/16/24 via the bright wheel app and posted in the facility. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: Staff #3 lacked renewal of their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on or before the expiration of the most current certification. The most current certification on file was dated 9/15/21. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was not alone with children during period of expired certification. Staff member was trained in infant and pediatric first aid and CPR on 8/1/24 and certification was obtained. Certification is in staff file. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #9 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #9 contained documentation of fire safety training being conducted on 6/12/24 with previous training conducted on 8/17/22. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #9 has current fire safety training. Staff #9 did complete the training, however the documentation did not show on the PA Key Log. Staff member has documentation of emails sent to the PA Key regarding the lack of proof in the PA Keys system. Per the PA Key they are back logged and there is no expected date of correction. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #2, #5, #7, #9, #10, #11, and #12 have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(10) within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #2, #5, #7, #9, #10, #11, and #12 must receive pediatric first-aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer. Until such time as the correction is implemented, staff persons #2, #5, #7, #9, #10, #11, and #12 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff persons #2, #5, #7, #9, #10, #11, and #12, staff persons #2, #5, #7, #9, #10, #11, and #12 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 #9 does have proof of being trained by a PQAS certified facility, HSI, documentation was presented to site rep during inspection. The trainer, Staff #9, applied for PQAS certification on 7/29/24 while cert rep was on site. PQAS Certification for Staff #9 was received from the PA Key on 8/1/24. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #3 lacked a valid disclosure statement (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The disclosure statement on file for Staff #3 was not the one updated in 2020. The file of Staff #4 lacked a State Police Clearance and lacked application for the DHS FBI Clearance and National Sex Offender Registry Certificate prior to or on the date of initial hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #4 contained a State Police Clearance dated 11/16/24. The file of Staff #4 contained a fingerprint receipt for the FBI Clearance dated 11/16/23 with an FBI Clearance dated 11/20/23. The file of Staff #4 contained a NSOR request date of 11/16/24 with a NSOR dated 11/20/23. The file of Staff #4 lacked a dated disclosure statement. The file of Staff #6 lacked a dated disclosure statement. The file of Staff #7 lacked a dated disclosure statement. The file of Staff #8 lacked a valid State Police Clearance because it did not have a "disseminated on" date. The file of Staff #10 lacked a dated disclosure statement. The file of Staff #11 lacked a valid Child Abuse Clearance. The file of Staff #11 contained a volunteer Child Abuse Clearance dated 11/12/23. The file of Staff #11 lacked a witnessed and dated disclosure statement. The file of Staff #12 lacked a witnessed and dated disclosure statement. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 8 and #11 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 #8 and #11 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 #3, #4, #6, #7, #10, #11, and #12 - new disclosure statements were obtained with signature and date of staff member and director. Staff #4 has current clearances. Will maintain clearances moving forward. Staff member was not alone with children until all clearances were obtained by the facility. Staff #8 - State Police Clearance was re-submitted by owner while cert rep was on site and the newly obtained clearance does have a "disseminated on" date. This clearance is in the staff file. Staff #11 - This staff member was never alone with children and was not assigned children as she was a summer employee. This staff member was moved to a paid volunteer for her remaining 4 days of employment with NRCCC. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The files of Staff #8 and #9 lacked a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The files of Staff #8 and #9 did not contain evaluations. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Owner (Staff #9) was not aware that an evaluation was required. Evaluation was completed by director on 8/13/24. Staff #8 did not have an annual evaluation in January of 2024, as she was on a disciplinary 90-day probation beginning 1/4/24 and ending 4/30/24, warning letter is present in her chart. Staff #8 has a current evaluation. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.35(b)(1) - Bachelor's | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.35(b)(1) Description: Bachelor's Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #1 contained a Bachelor of Arts degree, but the file did not contain documentation if the degree was in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. Correction Required: A group supervisor shall have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Official transcripts from accredited college were obtained and added to staff member's chart. Transcripts do specify the staff members degree as Bachelor of Arts - Child and Family Studies. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs Noncompliance Area: The files of Staff #4 and #11, who were designated as an assistant group supervisors, lacked documentation of 2 years experience 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) #4 - obtained additional experience verification from staff member and added this to her file, which does meet the requirement of 2 years of experience. Staff member was not alone with children since her date of hire on 11/14/23. #11 - staff member was changed to paid volunteer for the remainder of her employment. Last day of employment being 8/2/24. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.69(b) Description: 110º F or less Noncompliance Area: On 7/24/24 the hot water temperature at the first sink in the girls' bathroom was 111 degrees. On 7/24/24 the hot water temperature at the 2nd sink in the girls' bathroom was 113 degrees. Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Scold protectors were installed on every sink in the NRCCC facility, by JC Facilities. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: On 7/24/24 observed a splintering/cracked board on the 2nd step of the climber in the preschool/school-age outdoor play space. On 7/24/24 observed rust on the handle of the boat on the climber in the preschool/school-age outdoor play space. On 7/24/24 observed approximately a 4 inch tear on the divider wall in the Toddler 2 Room. 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.) JC Facilities replaced and repainted the 2nd step of the climber. They also covered the area of rust on the handle of the boat on the climber. NRCCC staff repaired the tear on the divider wall by sewing a piece of fabric over the tear. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: On 7/24/24 observed peeling paint on the handle of the boat on the climber in the preschool/school-age outdoor play space. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Area of concern was sanded and repainted by JC Facilites. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.82(e) - Toilet and sinks proper height | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(e) Description: Toilet and sinks proper height Noncompliance Area: On 7/24/24 the sink in the Toddler 1 Room did not have platforms or steps to be easily approached. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Stool was purchased and placed in the toddler 1 room area near the sink to allow the area to be easily approached. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: The 2nd sink in the bathroom located by the kitchen area lacked a handwashing sign. The 2nd sink in the girls' bathroom lacked a handwashing sign. The sink in the boys' bathroom lacked a 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.) Handwashing signs were placed at each individual sink in the facility. |
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| 2024-07-19 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4) Description: Hypothetical locations Noncompliance Area: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire were rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location was never the same for consecutive drills. Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The documented situations were not hypothetical, as we have had many evacuations due to the fire alarm system being triggered by the college students on the second floor and we document them each time. However, moving forward, administration will ensure that we also adjust hypothetical locations to never occur in consecutive drills. |
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| 2023-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6) Description: Admission date Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #1 was observed not to specify the date of the child's admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Admission date was placed on the agreement file. |
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| 2023-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.183(a) - Locked cabinet | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.183(a) Description: Locked cabinet Noncompliance Area: It was observed on the day of inspection that the office door was not locked containing the child's files. Correction Required: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This provider was not aware of this regulation. However, door will be locked at all times that the owner/director is not in the room. |
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| 2023-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The red shed in the outdoor play area was observed to be infested with bees on the left side door. 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.) Pest control was already scheduled to come the following day to exterminate the nest. Nest was exterminated and no active infestation is present. |
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| 2023-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: Tape was observed to be missing from the facility First Aid Kit in Nursery 1. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Tape was replaced immediately. |
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| 2023-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the bathrooms located by the kitchen the left stall and right stall toilets had exposed bolts. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bolts were covered by certified covers and locked in to place. |
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| 2022-07-22 | 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: It was observed a cracked compost bin located in the outdoor play area, exposing children in care to rough edges, sharp corners and pinch and crush points. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Contacted facilities to have the compositing bin removed and bin has since been removed. |
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| 2022-07-22 | 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 on file for Child #1 was observed not to contain release person's street address number. 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.) Reacher out to parents to confirm street address and added this to emergency contact form. |
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| 2022-07-22 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The health report on file for children #2, #3, #4 did not contain documentation of an influenza shot being administered within the last year in accordance with the recommendations of 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.) Child #2 was under the age of 6 months and was not eligible for an influenza vaccine during her last routine well child exam. Child #3 had an influenza refusal form completed and filed in his chart, which was not sent to in the inspector and the owner takes responsibility for. Will have child #4 complete a refusal form if parents are not having the child vaccinated in the future. |
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| 2022-07-22 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the outdoor shed had exposed nails on the left corner of the double doors. 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.) Contacted on site facilities department and put in a work order to have the nail removed. |
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| 2022-07-22 | 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 back bathrooms near the kitchen area lacked a hand washing sign. It was also observed that the boys bathroom in the hallway lacked a hand washing 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.) Hand washing signs were hung in the back bathroom and the boys bathroom. |
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| 2022-07-22 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1) Description: Every 60 days Noncompliance Area: The facility fire drill log showed that the facility did not conduct fire drills every 60 days. This is evidenced by there being a gap of more than 60 days from 9/14/21 to 12/21/21. Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will complete fire drills every 60 days, rather than every 2 months. |
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| 2021-09-16 | 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: It was observed that the gas tank on the blue Little Tikes car in the outside toddler play space was broken. The container holding the starburst blocks in the young toddler room was cracked exposing rough edges and sharp corners. In the preschool classroom it was also observed that wooden puzzle pieces were broken causing splintering and magnetic blocks were cracked exposing sharp edges. The wooden kitchen set in the middle of the preschool classroom had a broken handle on the refrigerator door. It was observed in the preschool class the stethoscope ear piece was missing causing sharp exposed edges. The blue bean bag chair in the preschool classroom was torn. 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.) Gas tank was removed from little tikes car, area is now smooth with no rough edges. Broken container was removed and replaced with a new container, which is in good repair. Wooden puzzle pieces and magnetic blocks were thrown away. Broken handle to refrigerator was removed. Stethoscope and bean bag chair were thrown away. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: It was observed that plastic bags were located in the recycle bin on the floor in the kitchen accessible to children. Plastic bags should not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. It was observed that large foam blocks were in the Toddler 2 classroom. The bitten off foam pieces posed a choking hazard. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) plastic bags were removed from the recycling bin. Large foam blocks were removed from the toddler 2 area. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: It was observed that a blue bean bag seat under the wooden crawl tunnel. The bean bag posed a suffocation hazard to the infant and young toddlers who were occupying the young toddler space. 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.) Bean bag was removed from the toddler area. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: There were sample packets of non-aspirin medication and first aid ointment medication in the first aid kit in the kitchenette room that were not labeled for individual use. 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.) all sample packets of non-aspirin medication and first aid ointment medications were removed from the first aid kit. |
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| 2021-09-16 | 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: Staff person #2 had a documented start date of 7/12/21 and a Health Assessment dated for 7/16/21. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Monitor all new hire paperwork to ensure that health assessment is completed prior to first date of employment. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1, with a start date of 6-21-22, lacked a TB Test. Staff person #2, with a start date of 7-12-21, had a TB test dated 7-18-21. 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.) Monitor all new hire paperwork to ensure that health assessment is completed prior to first date of employment, which includes completed TB test. |
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| 2021-09-16 | 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: Staff person #1 had a documented start date of child care of 6/21/21. NSOR clearance is dated 7/1/21. There was no proof of applying for NSOR before date of employment. 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.) The original clearance that was submitted prior to start date could not be located by the reviewing agency, a new clearance was then submitted, which had a later date. Clearance has been obtained and is on file, however please see below for plans to maintain compliance in this area. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: An outlet cover on the radiator located under the air conditioner in the preschool classroom was observed to be missing. 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.) Air conditioner plug was plugged back in to the open outlet. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: It was observed that laundry detergent was located on the sink basin beside the stackable washer and dryer. The laundry detergent was labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" and was 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.) Detergent was moved to above the washer and dryer, which is out of reach of children. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(b) Description: Original container Noncompliance Area: On the day of inspection it was observed that cleaners were located on top of the refrigerator in the kitchen. 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.) Cleaners were moved from the top of the refrigerator and placed in the neighboring cupboard which is unaccessible to children and away from food and food preparation areas. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.67(d) Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Noncompliance Area: It was observed that a waste receptacle located in the Toddler 2 classroom and the Preschool classroom was not lidded. The waste observed to be in the receptacle included used tissues that contained human secretions. Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Non-lidded waste receptacles were removed from toddler 2 and preschool classrooms. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(b) Description: Inaccessible to children Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the outdoor toddler play space was observed to be hanging on the fence post and was accessible to the children. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) first aid kit was moved to an area that was not accessible to children. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the outdoor shed had exposed nails and splintering wood on the left corner of the double doors. It was also observed that the double doors on the shed are rotting and splintering. A piece of the baseboard on a column in the young toddler space was detached from the column in one area. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Juniata College maintenance department was notified and all areas of concern were resolved. Nails were removed, splintering/rotting wood was sanded. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the outdoor play space; the green adult bench by the back fence had peeling paint. It was observed that the top step of the climbing playset had peeling paint. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The green adult bench was removed from the play area and made inaccessible to children. Peeling paint was sanded and repainted. |
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| 2021-09-16 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: The sink near the washing machine and dryer in the kitchenette room lacked a hand washing 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 hand washing sign was placed above the sink near the washing machine in the kitchenette. |
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| 2021-09-16 | 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: It was observed that a crib in the infant room was blocking the door for means of egress. 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.) Crib was moved from infront of the door. |
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