Kelly Pocettis Day Care

Noncompliance Area: A written plan of daily activities and routines was observed not to be posted.

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

Noncompliance Area: There were 3 cats and 1 dog at the facility that were observed not to have veterinarian's certificates of current rabies immunizations on file.

Correction Required: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #2 and #3 lacked initial agreement forms.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. A child's record must contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked an emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacked emergency contact information that included the telephone number of the child's physician.

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacked emergency contact information that included the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #2, #3, and #4 lacked emergency contact information that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

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 of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacked emergency contact information that included the insurance policy number.

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was conducted 24 months from the prior health assessment. The health assessment on file is dated 7/28/15.

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 on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Noncompliance Area: On 8/11/20 it was observed that there was not an operable smoke detector in the basement because the battery was missing. On 8/11/20 it was observed that the operator did not have an operable fire extinguisher located in the kitchen. The fire extinguisher was observed to be empty. These conditions at the facility pose a threat to the health and safety of children.

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #2, #3, and #4 lacked signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan at the facility was not updated within the past year. The type of cars have changed and the location of where the children will relocate to in case of an emergency has changed.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, whom is the operator, lacked a State Police Clearance that was completed within the past 60 months and an NSOR Verification Certificate. The State Police Clearance in the file is dated 6/17/15. The file for household member #2 lacked a State Police Clearance that was completed within the past 60 months and an NSOR Verification Certificate. The State Police Clearance in the file is dated 6/17/15. The file for household member #3 lacked State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances that were completed within the past 60 months and an NSOR Verification Certificate. The State Police Clearance in the file is dated 6/25/14 the Child Abuse Clearance is dated 5/14/14, and the FBI Clearance is dated 4/25/14. The file for household member #4 lacked State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Clearances. The file for household member #4 also lacked an NSOR Verification Certificate.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1, 2, and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed within the past 60 months. The mandated reporter training in the file was dated 3/28/15.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department.

Noncompliance Area: On the porch in an area accessible to the children there was observed to be an area where the children could fall off of the porch due to a platform being built that was three feet off of the ground.

Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.

Noncompliance Area: In the kitchen next to the sink two outlets were observed to not be covered by protective receptacle covers. In the kitchen next to the stove two outlets were observed to not be covered by protective receptacle covers. In the living room next to the front door two outlets were observed to not be covered by protective receptacle covers.

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

Noncompliance Area: In the kitchen on top of a small refrigerator a container of disinfectant wipes labeled "Keep Out of the Reach of Children" was accessible to the children. In the restroom in an unlocked cabinet next to the sink a bottle of Sea Breeze, container of Nozema, and a tube of Bacitricin all labeled "Keep Out of the Reach of Children" were accessible to the children.

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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Noncompliance Area: In the living room and kitchen the telephones were observed not to have the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by it.

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.

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1-#4 lacked initial agreement forms.

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1-#4 lacked child service reports that were completed within the past six months.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at 3290.124(e).

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacked emergency contact information.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, whom is a young toddler, lacked a health report that was completed within the past 6 months. The last health report in the file is dated 7/12/18.

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #3 and #4, whom are preschool children, lacked health reports that were completed within the last 12 months. The last health assessments on file were dated 6/21/17.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. The health assessment on file was dated 7/28/15.

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 on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1-#4 lacked a parent review of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement within the past 6-month period.

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.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked the minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. The staff person had 9 hours of child care training on file.

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacked an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #5 lacked emergency contact forms.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked an emergency contact form that included the health insurance policy number.

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacked an emergency contact form that included the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #3 and #4 lacked an initial health report.

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacked parental review of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement in the last 6-month period.

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.

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #5 lacked a copy of the initial agreement.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Noncompliance Area: The facility's current certificate of compliance was observed to not be posted in a conspicuous location used by the parents.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of registration and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location

Noncompliance Area: Three cats and 1 dog were present in the family child care home. A current rabies immunization was not obeserved for the 4 pets at the facility.

Correction Required: A veterinarian`s certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1-#4 lacked child service reports that were completed within the past six months.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at 3290.124(e).

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked an emergency contact form that included the address of the release person.

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked an initial health assessment only the shot record was in the file.

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1-#4 lacked updates to the emergency contact information and the financial agreement within the last 6 month period.

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.

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked an emergency contact form that contained signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child`s record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. A child`s record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked an initial agreement.

Correction Required: A child`s record must contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked the minimum hours of child care training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an biennial minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person`s record shall include records of training required by the Department.