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Just Like Home Daycare Center

Aliquippa, PA · Beaver County
125 Center Grange Rd, Aliquippa, PA 15001
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Capacity
63 children
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (724) 774-6665
125 Center Grange Rd
Aliquippa, PA 15001
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Active License
License Number
CER-00256087
License Issued
Jun 27, 2026
Active Through
Jun 27, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 3

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Just Like Home Daycare Center is a Child Care Center in Aliquippa PA, with a maximum capacity of 63 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

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

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: In the older toddler room upstairs, there were empty plastic bags observed being stored in an unlocked drawer next to the sink that was accessible to the children.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The plastic bags were removed from the unlocked drawer in the toddler room.
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained a mandated reporter training that was obtained more than 90 days after their start date.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Through a routine check it was noticed that the staff member had not finished their mandated reporter training. We then had them complete it that afternoon.
2025-12-17 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 is lacking 2 written, nonfamily reference letters.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
2 reference letters were obtained.
2025-12-17 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(e)

Description: Arts and crafts non-toxic

Noncompliance Area: There was a can of Equate Shave Foam labeled keep out of reach of children in a bin in the older toddler area upstairs, when Certification Rep asked staff what it was used for staff replied that it was used to make the play doh that the children were playing with when Certification Rep arrived.

Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Equate Shave Foam was immediately thrown away.
2025-12-17 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: On two occasions, 7.1.25-9.2.25 and 9.2.25-11.21.25, there were more than 60 days in between fire drills.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
There is a current fire drill on file.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: A spray bottle of cleaning solution that was not labeled with the contents was observed under the sink in the 2-year-old childcare space.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bottle was labeled with the contents that were in it.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: An exposed bolt on the right side of the toilet in the bathroom attached to the 2-year-old childcare space was observed during the renewal inspection.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bolt was covered to fix the hazard.
2024-07-11 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2024-05-21 Self-Reported Non Compliance 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(c)

Description: No ridicule or threaten harm

Noncompliance Area: Based on conversations with staff, staff #1 was screaming at a parent, in the classroom with children present. When the parent went into another classroom and closed the door, staff #1 continued to scream at the parent and bang on the closed door.

Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff member was let go from their position at Just Like Home Daycare Center.
2024-05-21 Self-Reported Non Compliance 3270.113(d) - No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(d)

Description: No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: Based on conversations with staff, staff #1 was screaming at a parent, in the classroom with children present. When the parent went into another classroom and closed the door, staff #1 continued to scream at the parent and bang on the closed door. Staff #1 was heard calling the parent a "big mouth" in the presence of children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff member was let go from their position at Just Like Home Daycare Center
2024-05-21 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Based on the documentation on the fire drill log, the last fire drill occurred more than 60 days ago on 2/5/2024.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fire drill log has been updated to show that fire drills have been done.
2024-05-21 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: Based on the documentation of the testing of the fire detection system, the last testing of the fire detection system occurred more than 30 days ago on 2/23/2024.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fire drill log has been updated to show correct dates for fire drill log completion.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form of child #2 did not contain the work address of the enrolling parent who signed the form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The work address was added to the childs emergency contact form.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The immunization record of child #1 contained documentation of 3 of the 4 DTaP vaccinations as recommended by the ACIP and did not have an acceptable exemption on file.

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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The child received an exemption form stating that they were waiting until their 2 year check up to receive their last dtap shot that they need.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(3)

Description: Name on bottle

Noncompliance Area: A bottle of Tylenol in the kitchen area was not labeled with the name of the child for whom it is 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The name of the child was added to the tylenol box.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment (5/10/2023) of staff person #1 exceeded 24 months from the prior health assessment (2/25/2021).

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff person does have an updated physical in the file which was about 2 ½ months late.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of annual fire safety training for staff person #1 exceeded 12 months (10/5/2022 and 2/29/2024).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff member completed her fire safety course on 2/29/2024.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The current FBI clearance (3/1/2024) of staff person #1 was updated more than 60 months from the prior (1/17/2019).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff member has a new fbi clearance on file completed and received in February.
2024-02-26 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.131(d)(5) - Immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)

Description: Immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The immunization record of Child #1 was observed to contain 2 out of the 3 Polio vaccines, 1 out of 2 Hep A vaccines, 2 out of the 3 Hep B vaccines as recommended by the ACIP and did not have an acceptable exemption on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A note from the childs mother and doctor were obtained stating that he is on an alternate schedule due to prematurity and when the missing shots will be given.
2024-02-26 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.131(e)(3) - Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The immunization record of Child #1 was observed to contain 2 out of the 3 Polio vaccines, 1 out of 2 Hep A vaccines, 2 out of the 3 Hep B vaccines as recommended by the ACIP and did not have an acceptable exemption on file.

Correction Required: The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 3/18/24 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A dismissal policy will be put in place stating dismissal of care if necessary vaccinations are not given and a vaccination exemption letter is not given.
2023-08-15 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.137 - Children with Symptoms of Disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.137

Description: Children with Symptoms of Disease

Noncompliance Area: Based on conversation with facility person #1, children with symptoms of a communicable disease or infection that can be transmitted directly or indirectly, and which may threaten the health of children in care were excluded from care at the facility, however, a doctor's note was not obtained from a physician and added to the children's files.

Correction Required: An operator who observes an enrolled child with symptoms of a communicable disease or infection that can be transmitted directly or indirectly and which may threaten the health of children in care shall exclude the child from attendance until the operator receives notification from a physician or a CRNP that the child is no longer considered a threat to the health of others. The notification shall be retained in the child's file. Diseases and conditions which require exclusion are specified in 28 Pa. Code Chapter 27 (relating to communicable and noncommunicable diseases).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Those who were sick were excluded from care longer than was allowed by pcp per company policy to stop the spread of the virus.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A small, round manipulative in the outdoor play space (closest to the building) was cracked.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The toy was disposed of.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of 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 was not provided within the past 6 months for child #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.

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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All child service reports will be completed for our children in our care who have been in attendance for at least 6 months.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessments of child #4, identified as a preschool age child (see coded LIS sheet), exceeded 12 months (dated 10/29/2021 and 11/10/2022).

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The child did have an updated physical placed in his file.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The immunization records of child #3, 4 and 5 did not contain documentation of a current influenza vaccination as recommended by the ACIP or an acceptable 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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Documentation of a flu shot or an exemption form will be placed in their files.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file of facility person #1, employed with the legal entity prior to 12/19/2020 (see coded LIS sheet), contained documentation of 1 hour of training between the training year of 12/19/2021 to12/19/2022 lacking 11 hours of annual professional development.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
11 hours of training will be completed by the staff person.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: A written annual evaluation was not completed by the director for facility person #1 and 2.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evaluations will be completed for both facility person #1 and 2.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the downstairs toddler space was accessible to the children on a hook in the cubby.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The first aid kit was moved to an area that is inaccessible to children.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The downstairs toddler space contained a blue rug which was curling on the edge creating a tripping hazard. The chain link fences defining the outdoor play spaces contained exposed bolts. The gate of play space farthest from the building contained pole which was not stabilized into the ground and the bottom frame of the gate was rusted and broken.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The rug was thrown away, and the fences will be fixed.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: Downstairs, the first restroom on the right, contained a changing table which did not have 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A hand washing sign will be placed above the changing table.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: Downstairs, the second restroom on the right, did not contain a lidded trash can.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The trash can will be replaced with a trash can that has a lid.
2023-03-22 Renewal 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: One doorway in the downstairs infant space was blocked by an infant play yard.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The play yard was moved to the other side of the room.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: The infant/toddler space contained foam, which was wrapped around a metal pole and accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Plan of correction: The foam was removed from the classroom.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator in the infant/toddler classroom did not contain a thermometer.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A thermometer was placed in the infant room fridge.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information of child #1 did not 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 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At pick up, child #1's father completed the Emergency contact form to include information on special needs.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have a policy which included recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, and did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A policy for recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome has been added to the training manual for staff.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: Though a copy of the regulations were accessible to parents, the facility did not provide the parents of enrolled children information on how to access the regulations electronically.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Electronic access to the dhs regulations was added to the website in order for parents to be able to access them electronically.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3270.66(a)/3270.133(4) - Locked or inaccessible/Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)/3270.133(4)

Description: Locked or inaccessible/Locked

Noncompliance Area: The back left classroom contained stain, Tylenol and pain medication, all labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in unlocked drawers.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The room in question was converted into an office but is still measured for childcare space. The pain medicine and stain were both put up and out of the reach of children.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.72(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: Two windows, the first and last on the right in the preschool/SA room, are above ground level, accessible to children and were able to be opened more 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This weekend our handy man will be coming to fix the window so that it does not open more than 6 inches.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: Though the wireless interconnected fire detection system was operable, the hard-wired interconnected fire detection system did not operate when tested by the operator. It was stated both systems were required to obtain the occupancy permit. The system was repaired by a technician, and operational when the certification representative left the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
By the time the inspector left for the day, the fire system was fixed and operable by the company.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator in the kitchen lacked a working thermometer.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A thermometer will be placed in the fridge to ensure that the refrigerator is at 45 degrees or below.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed in the following areas: Front Entrance: Hole in siding with frayed edge and two protruding nails. Toddler Room: Electrical Insulation Cover near stage separating from wall, which creates a pinch hazard. Preschool Room: Electrical Outlet Box separating from wall, which creates a pinch hazard. Outdoor Play Space: Wood framework at bottom of exit door splintering. Side molding missing and bottom molding separating from building.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider's Plan of Correction: The hole in the siding and the two nails are going to be taken out and patched. In the toddler room, the electrical insulation cover near the stage will be secured as to not allow any pinch points. In the preschool room the electrical outlet box in the wall will be secured to the wall and fixed so there are no areas that there are no pinch hazards. In the back outdoor area, the framework on the bottom of the door will be scraped and repainted as to get rid of any splintering. The side and bottom molding on the siding will be patched and not separating from the building
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: Handwashing signs were not posted near the sinks and toilets in the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
New hand washing signs will be hung above all toilets, sinks and diapering areas.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: Evacuation routes were not posted on each floor of the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evacuation routes are posted in each room of the facility to show how to safely exit the building in case of emergency.

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

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