KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 301284
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About the Provider
Our experts designed our classrooms - and every activity and lesson - to help prepare your child for success in school and beyond. With designated learning centers such as dramatic play and blocks in every classroom, children have the opportunity for rich social play and child-initiated discovery.
You’ll also find that our classrooms feature a print-rich environment full of carefully selected materials, written charts and labels, and children’s literature. By helping your child connect spoken words and print, we’re helping develop early literacy and writing skills.
Whether your child has first words or first grade on the horizon, we’re excited to show you how everything in our center is designed for learning!
Kristine Allison, Center Director
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open Hours6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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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| 2025-05-14 | Unannounced Monitoring | Unannounced Monitoring | Non Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-05-08 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Non Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-04-17 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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 on 4/17/2025 in the DPS B classroom plastic bags containing diaper supplies are being stored on top of toy shelf and are accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection the plastic bags were made inaccessible to children. |
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| 2025-04-03 | Unannounced Monitoring | Unannounced Monitoring | Non Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-03-13 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 3/13/2025 in the infant room the lower cabinets are visibly dirty with food and/or paint and in the Preschool room which was not open for the day, the area rug was covered with lint and the floor by the tables were visibly dirty with a red, sticky substance dried on the floor. 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.) Our floors, walls, ceilings, and other surfaces, including those in the facility's outdoor play area, shall be maintained in a clean condition, kept in good repair, and free from visible hazards. |
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| 2025-03-13 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-02-26 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 2/26/2025 the record for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include verification of education. Correction Required: 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.) We obtained proof of education for Staff Person #1. |
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| 2025-02-26 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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: It was observed on 2/26/2025 the record for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include the results of the Child Abuse clearance, which is not in compliance with the CPSL. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until the results of the Child Abuse clearance are on file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility person was unable to return to work until their Child Abuse Clearance came back with the results and we were able to obtain the results on file. The receipt to show proof of payments was in the file while we were waiting for the results. |
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| 2025-01-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The record for Staff Person #1 (DOH See LIS code sheet) contains the request for the NSOR certificate, but does not contain the results. The 45-day provisional hire end date was 1/16/2025. Staff Person #1 was observed to be relieving breaks on 1/27/2025. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 was removed from working in the center until the NSOR was received. |
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| 2024-12-20 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: Provider self reported on 12/10/2024 Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was left unsupervised on the playground for approximately 5 minutes. Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) and Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) stated that Staff Person #1 was standing at the end of the hallway closest to the preschool room while Staff Person #2 was standing at the other end of the hallway by the playground calling children's names and having them line up in the hallway as Staff Person #1 checked off the children's names on the CSR form. Staff Person #2 stated that once all the children were inside Staff Person #2 did a visual sweep of the playground and closed the door while Staff Person #1 counted 20 children and they all proceeded to walk into the classroom. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 stated that they never noticed Child #1 leave the group and go back out to the playground. Staff Person #3 observed Child #1 standing outside the window of the DPS A classroom. When Staff Person #3 realized Child #1 was alone on the playground they notified Staff Person #4 and #5. Staff Person #4 and #5 immediately retrieved Child #1 from outside on the playground and returned Child #1 to the preschool room. Staff Person #1 and #2 did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 for approximately 5 minutes. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff will be retrained on how to supervise children at all times while they are on and off the premises. All staff, not including infants, will wear their care cards on their person especially when they are not in the classroom. We will have our Primary Care Groups posted in the classroom. Children will be supervised at all times. |
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| 2024-12-20 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.134(d) - Liquid or powdered soap | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(d) Description: Liquid or powdered soap Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 12/20/2024 in the Toddler B classroom liquid or powdered soap was not available to be used for handwashing. Staff in the room stated that the soap dispenser was broken a couple of weeks ago and they have just been using baby wipes and running water to wash their hands and those of the children before eating and after diapering. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Liquid or powdered soap shall be used for handwashing. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) During the inspection liquid soap was placed in the Toddler B classroom to be used for handwashing. |
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| 2024-12-20 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 12/20/2024 in the Infant A classroom several book bags with loose hanging straps are accessible to children posing a strangulation hazard. The facility was previously cited for this violation on 6/12/2024 and is failing to follow the plan of correction submitted. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection the book bags were moved to an area that is inaccessible to children. |
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| 2024-11-08 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) - No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) Description: No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited Noncompliance Area: Staff from the facility self-reported that on 10/30/2024 during nap time in the DPS A classroom Staff Person #1 used their body to pin Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) to their cot because Child #1 was up roaming around the room instead of resting on their cot. Staff Person #2 described Staff Person #1 as using their body weight to hold Child #1 down on their cot and when the child would move Staff Person #1 would pick them up by an arm and a leg and "flop" the child back down onto the cot. Staff Person #2 also described Staff Person #1 using their hands to hold Child #1's head still when the child would shake their head back and forth in an effort to self-soothe. Staff Person #2 also stated Staff Person #1 wrapped Child #1 up in their blanket in an effort to restrict the child's movements. Staff Person #2 stated this lasted for 30-60 minutes. Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 was terminated from employment. All staff were reminded that we may not use our body to pin a child to their cot under any circumstances. All staff were reminded on how to properly pick up a child to avoid injury. All staff were reminded that we may not hold a child's head still to restrict the child. We will not wrap a child up in a blanket to restrict the child's movement. |
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| 2024-11-08 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2024-10-10 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.111(c) - Promote development | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(c) Description: Promote development Noncompliance Area: On 10/10/2024 at approximately 10:30am toilets in the Toddler B, DPS A, DPS B, Preschool room, Pre-K room and a staff bathroom in the hallway all over flowed due to a blockage in the sewer line. Toilet water spilled onto the floors in the affected classrooms and into the hallway near the staff bathroom, seeping into the DPS A room under the cubbies mounted to the wall and into a storage area by the kitchen. Staff Person #1 instructed Staff Person #2 to put a pull up and/or diaper on potty trained children if they had to go to the bathroom while they were waiting for the toilets to be fixed. Staff Person #2 and # 3 reported that multiple children were crying and upset because they didn't want to wear a pull-up or diaper. This act did not promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In all classrooms we will ensure we are promoting the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem by ensuring the children have proper access to the toilet or diapers/pull-ups depending on what is needed for the individual child. A child who is potty trained and no longer wears diapers and/or pulls will not put a child in diapers and/or pull ups against their will or without the direction of their parent or guardian. If bathrooms are inaccessible we will not allow children to remain in care and must be picked up immediately. |
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| 2024-10-10 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a) Description: Child's hands washed Noncompliance Area: On 10/10/2024 at approximately 10:30am toilets in the Toddler B, DPS A, DPS B, Preschool room, Pre-K room and a staff bathroom in the hallway all over flowed due to a blockage in the sewer line. The water line to the facility was turned off in an effort to stop the overflow. Running water was not available in the facility, with the exception of one portable sink in the Toddler B classroom; therefore, staff did not ensure that the children's hands were washed before lunch. 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.) We will have access to water to ensure the childrens hands can be washed before and after mealtimes. If running water is not accessible to children to wash their hands before and after eating or after diapering we will have the children be picked up immediately and will not remain in care. |
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| 2024-10-10 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.152 Description: Adult Hygiene Noncompliance Area: On 10/10/2024 at approximately 10:30am toilets in the Toddler B, DPS A, DPS B, Preschool room, Pre-K room and a staff bathroom in the hallway all over flowed due to a blockage in the sewer line. The water line to the facility was turned off in an effort to stop the overflow. Running water was not available in the facility, with the exception of one portable sink in the Toddler B classroom; therefore, staff did not wash their hands before lunch. 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.) We will have access to running water to ensure the staff hands can be washed before and after mealtimes. If staff are unable to have access to running water we will have the children in our care picked up immediately and for the staff to leave. |
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| 2024-10-10 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.69(a) - Running water/ safe drinking water | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.69(a) Description: Running water/ safe drinking water Noncompliance Area: On 10/10/2024 at approximately 10:30am toilets in the Toddler B, DPS A, DPS B, Preschool room, Pre-K room and a staff bathroom in the hallway all over flowed due to a blockage in the sewer line. The water to the facility was shut off by Staff Person #1 in an effort to stop the overflow. By doing so, the facility was without running water in most of the facility (except for one portable sink in the Toddler A classroom) from approximately 10:30 am until 12:30pm when the plumbing was fixed. Children remained in care and parents were not notified of the potentially hazardous conditions at the facility. Correction Required: A facility shall provide running water and a safe and adequate supply of drinking water that complies with the standards established under the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act (35 P.S. §§721.1-721.17). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The water was turned back on at 12:30 to provide running water and a safe and adequate supply of drinking water that complies with the supply of drinking water that complies with the standards established under the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act. If the center is without running water, we will have the children in care picked up immediately. |
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| 2024-10-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: On 10/10/2024 at approximately 10:30am toilets in the Toddler B, DPS A, DPS B, Preschool room, Pre-K room and a staff bathroom in the hallway all over flowed due to a blockage in the sewer line. Toilet water spilled onto the floors in the affected classrooms and into the hallway near the staff bathroom, seeping into the DPS A room under the cubbies mounted to the wall and into a storage area by the kitchen. Children remained in care and parents were not notified of the potentially hazardous conditions at the facility. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility cleaned the toilet water that spilled onto the floors in the affected classrooms and into the hallway near the staff bathroom, seeping into the DPS A room under the cubbies mounted to the wall and into the storage area by the kitchen. |
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| 2024-10-10 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: On 10/10/2024 at approximately 10:30am toilets in the Toddler B, DPS A, DPS B, Preschool room, Pre-K room and a staff bathroom in the hallway all over flowed due to a blockage in the sewer line. Toilet water spilled onto the floors in the affected classrooms and into the hallway near the staff bathroom, seeping into the DPS A room under the cubbies mounted to the wall and into a storage area by the kitchen. Children and staff did not have access to flushable toilets from approximately 10:30am until 12:30pm when the plumbing was fixed. Children remained in care and parents were not notified of the potentially hazardous conditions at the facility. 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.) The toilet areas and fixtures were being cleaned after the toilet water spilled onto the floors in the affected classrooms, the hallway near the staff bathroom and the storage area by the kitchen. If there is no access to flushable toilets for children or staff in the center we will immediately shut down and the children and staff may not remain in care. |
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| 2024-10-10 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2024-09-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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 on 9/12/2024 in the DPS A classroom a plastic bag containing soiled clothing was hanging from a hook on the bottom of the cubbies and was accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection a staff person removed the plastic bag from the hook and placed it inside the cubby, making it inaccessible to children. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation conducted on 9/12/2024, it was verified that on 8/27/2024 Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) was positioned in a manner that they were not able to see how Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was injured while entering the bathroom. It is believed that Child #1 tripped over a chair and hit their face on the toilet, which caused a black eye and bruising. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bathroom will stay locked and inaccessible to a child until a facility person unlocks it and is able to supervise the child during toilet/diapering times. On Wednesday, October 23rd a STARS Representative will be conducting a training to go over proper diaper/toileting procedures as well as how to actively supervise the children during diapering/toileting procedures. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance: It was observed on 8/28/2024 in the DPS A classroom, Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) disposed of a soiled diaper by lifting the lid of the diaper pail with their hand rather than using the hands-free function as required. Provider is failing to comply with Provider's Plan to Maintain Compliance from 8/28/2024, which states: All staff persons will discard a soiled diaper immediately by placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can as it was observed on 9/12/2024 in the DPS A classroom Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) used their hand to lift the lid to dispose of a soiled diaper rather than using the hands-free function as required. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff and administrative staff to receive a minimum of two hours of in person training regarding proper diapering procedures and the supervision of children during diapering and/or toileting. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All diapering trash cans currently have a sign that states, diapering trashcan - Please use your foot. NO HANDS! as a reminder to not use their hands while opening a diapering trashcan. On Wednesday, October 23rd, a STARS Representative will be conducting a training on proper diapering procedures and supervision during diapering and/or toileting. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Description: Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Noncompliance Area: The adult health assessment for staff person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination nor does it include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The adult health assessment was sent back to the physician or CRNP to include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination as well as an assessment of the person' suitability to provide child care. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The record for staff person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #3 does contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation conducted on 9/12/2024 it was verified that a chair being stored in the bathroom in the DPS B classroom posed a tripping hazard for an incident that occurred on 8/27/2024. On an incident/accident report that was provided to Child #1's parent it stated Child #1 " was in the bathroom and tripped over the chair and hit his face on toilet" which caused severe bruising to the child's face. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bathroom will stayed lock and inaccessible to a child until a facility person unlocks the doors, removes the chair from the bathroom so it won't pose a tripping hazard. Then actively supervises the child during toileting/diapering time. |
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| 2024-08-28 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 8/28/2024 in the DPS A classroom, Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) disposed of a soiled diaper by lifting the lid of the diaper pail with their hand rather than using the hands-free function as required. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We had a conversation with staff person #1 that we will use the hands-free function of the trashcan versuses using their hands. |
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| 2024-07-10 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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 on 7/10/2024 in the Preschool Room the child safety latch on the cabinet above the sink that contains numerous cleaning materials was not engaged, making the toxic materials accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection a staff member engaged the child safety latch, thus making the cleaning materials inaccessible to children, after being prompted by the certification representative. |
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| 2024-07-10 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 7/10/2024 there are numerous water stains on the ceiling above the cubbies in the Preschool room. It was observed on 7/10/2024 in the Preschool room a light table is being stored on top of a table smaller in size than the light table, making the light table unsteady. The cord to the light table is also hanging loosely, posing a potential strangulation hazard. It was observed on 7/10/2024 a metal piece that is secured to the bottom portion of the outside door leading to the preschool playground area is detached from the door and is protruding outward, posing a potential hazard. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The water stains on the ceiling was from a previous leak that was already repaired and we were awaiting for the leak to dry on the ceiling to repaint. The ceiling has been repainted. the light table will fit securely on the new table and the cord will be secured and made inaccessible to children to prevent a possible strangulation hazard. We screwed the metal plate back onto the door so it's no longer sticking outward and posing as a potential hazard. |
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| 2024-06-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Facility Person # 5 has not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emailed requested one-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety update on 6/12/24. |
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| 2024-06-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The record for facility person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include verification of past child care experience and education prior to service at the facility. The record for facility person #2 does not include verification of past child care experience and education prior to service at the facility. Correction Required: 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.) Verification of education and experience sent to licensor. |
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| 2024-06-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The record for facility person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for facility person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Written references were sent to licensor. |
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| 2024-06-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person #6 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person #3, # 4 and #6 will have until July 6, 2024, to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed Staff person #3, #4, and #6 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 person #3, #4, and/or #6, staff person #3, #4, and/or #6 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.) CPR/First Aide certifications for staff person #3, #4, and #6 were provided to licensor. |
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| 2024-06-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The record for Facility Person #1 does not contain a copy of the disclosure statement. 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 |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Disclosure statement sent to licensor. |
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| 2024-06-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 6/12/2024 in the Toddler B classroom the cord to a CD player as well as several bookbag straps are hanging loosely and accessible to children, posing a potential strangulation hazard. It was observed on 6/12/2024 in the Toddler C classroom the cord to a CD player as well as bookbag straps are hanging loosely and accessible to children, posing a potential strangulation hazard. It was observed on 6/12/2024 in the DPS A classroom several bookbag straps are hanging loosely and accessible to children, posing a potential strangulation hazard. The floor in the DPS A classroom is also visibly dirty and sticky. It was observed on 6/12/2024 in the Toddler A classroom the floor is visibly dirty and sticky. 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.) Toddler B cord secured, Toddler C cord secured - back packs placed in cubbies. Floors were mopped. Message sent to families to not bring book bags to school per recommendation. |
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| 2024-06-12 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(i) Description: Lidded waste receptacles Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 6/12/2024 in the DPS B classroom the waste receptacle located beside the sink area is missing the lid. Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Trash can replaced with a locking lid. |
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| 2024-05-13 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a health assessment with TB test results dated 5/27/2023, which was not conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. The file for Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains TB test results but does not include a health assessment. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #2 turned in a copy of their health assessment on 5/14/24. Staff person #2 hire date of 4-30-24. Staff person #1 has been working as our cook until this March where we began using her as a substitute or to assist with covering breaks string 4/2024. All staff will provide a medical assessment with TB prior to start date. |
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| 2024-05-13 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The record for Staff person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for Staff person #2(DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for Staff person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for Staff person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #2 and #3 completed references from individuals attesting to their suitability to serve in child care. Staff person #1 and #4 have two references updated. |
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| 2024-05-13 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a PSP clearance with an inaccurate date of birth (birth year on clearance is 2021, not 2001) and is therefore not valid. The file for Staff Peron #4 contains a Child Abuse clearance with the purpose of volunteer, which is not accepted for employment purposes. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Contacted State Police Criminal records department for correction of DOB on criminal record check for Staff Person #3. Staff person #4 completed a 4 day training, then resigned from the company. Staff person #3 and #4 were removed from child care effective 5/14/24 until clearances were corrected. |
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| 2024-05-13 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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 on 5/13/2024 in the Toddler A classroom a gallon jug of liquid hand soap was being stored on the counter of the low hand washing sink making it accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection the gallon jug of liquid hand soap was made inaccessible to children. |
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| 2024-04-15 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.134(a)/3270.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a)/3270.152 Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 4/15/2024 in the Toddler B classroom at approximately 10:20 am Staff Person #1 changed the diaper for Child #1. Staff Person #1 failed to ensure Child #1's hands were washed after being diapered. Staff Person #1 did not wash their own hands after diapering a child. The facility was previously cited for this violation on 2/16/2024 and is failing to follow the plan of correction submitted. Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. 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.) Staff Person #1 was trained on proper diaper changing procedures with a final coaching moving forward. Specifically staff and child's hands are washed immediately after diaper changing. |
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| 2024-04-15 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 4/15/2024 in the Preschool room the writing center table has a busted corner and is not in good repair. The facility was previously cited for this violation on 12/21/2023 and is failing to follow the plan of correction submitted. 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.) Writing center table has been removed from the building. |
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| 2024-03-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Facility Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff Person #1 completed the 1-hour health and safety update certification through Better Kid Care. |
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| 2024-03-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 3/27/2024 in the Toddler A classroom an extension cord used to plug in the portable sink used for handwashing was sticking out from under the changing table posing a tripping hazard. It was observed on 3/27/2024 in the DPS B classroom several pillows were ripped and the stuffing was coming out of them making it accessible to the children. It was observed on 3/27/2024 in the Preschool classroom the blue child-sized couch has a rip on the cushion, exposing the foam. 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.) Extension cord in toddler classroom was secured to wall behind sink out of reach of children. Ripped pillows were removed from the DPS classroom. Blue couch in preschool classroom was thrown away. |
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| 2024-02-16 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.101(a) - Age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.101(a) Description: Age appropriate Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 2/16/2024 in the Toddler A portion of the classroom the vast majority of the play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children were being stored on top of a tall storage cabinet and were not accessible to children. This left the children with an insufficient amount of materials to play with. Correction Required: Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Plan to Correct: Teacher the evening prior to inspection cleaned toys due to a lice concern. She left bins out of children's reach for opening staff. After inspection, students were moved within the hour to a toddler classroom with an abundance of toys. Teachers were trained on the importance of having toys accessible to play as well as entering the room at the beginning of the day prepared to teach. Plan to Maintain: DAP play equipment and materials will be accessible to children at all times. An insufficient amount of toys were accessible to students at time of licensing visit. Toys were rearranged and placed within toddlers reach. |
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| 2024-02-16 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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 on 2/16/2024 in the Toddler B portion of the classroom a plastic bag was hanging from a cubbie and was accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. (CORRECTED DURIGN INSPECTION) 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.) During the inspection the plastic bag was made inaccessible to children. Plan to Correct: Parent brought a change of clothes into the center in a plastic bag and hung within children's reach. Teacher immediately removed bag and placed in child's cubby out of reach. |
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| 2024-02-16 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.134(a)/3270.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a)/3270.152 Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 2/16/2024 Staff Person #2 changed the diapers of two individual children and did not ensure that either child's hands were washed after being diapered. Staff Person #2 did not wash their own hands after diapering either child. Furthermore, Staff Person #2 wore the same pair of disposable gloves for each diaper change. Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. 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.) Plan to Correct: Staff person #2 received a coaching and training on proper diaper changing and hand washing procedures. A review of training on handwashing and diapering procedures was discussed with center staff at our semiannual training on 2/19/24. Weekly diaper observations by management. Plan to Maintain: Staff will ensure that child's and staff hands are washed after each diapering changing. |
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| 2024-02-16 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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: During a file review for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) on 2/16/2024 it was observed documentation of the results and/or proof of submission for the PSP clearance were not included in the file. The facility director was able to produce the results of the PSP clearance when asked for them. The FBI clearance was incomplete as it did not include the RAP sheet. The provider was able to produce the FBI clearance RAP sheet when asked for them. Both the PSP clearance and FBI clearance results contained a RAP sheet with several Misdemeanor charges that were not submitted to the Central Region Office for further review as required by the CPSL. A certification supervisor was present and was able to review the RAP sheets during the inspection. (CORRECTED DURING INSPECITON) Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff Person #1 file was reviewed by state licensor and supervisor during visit. Plan to Maintain: In compliance with CPSL, facility records will include required new hire documentation within staff members file for immediate review. Any background check attached with a RAP sheet will be submitted to OCDEL for review. |
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| 2024-02-16 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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 on 2/16/2024 in the DPS B classroom a Swiffer mop containing cleaning solution was being stored in the bathroom and was accessible to children. It was also observed in the same classroom multiple bottles of cleaning solution are being stored in the cabinet above the sink used for handwashing. The cabinet has a child safety lock attached to it; however, it was not engaged at time of inspection making the contents of the cabinet 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.) Plan to Correct: Swiffer mop was removed from the classroom. Staff were trained on safe storage of cleaning materials inaccessible to children. Swiffer will be stored in center's janitorial closet. Safety lock was locked. Plan to Maintain: Cleaning materials and chemicals will be kept in a locked closet, inaccessible to children. Review of proper storage reviewed at semiannual staff meeting on 2/19/24. |
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| 2024-02-16 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 2/16/2024 the floors in the DPS A classroom were visibly dirty. When asked, staff indicated that the floors have not been mopped all week. It was observed on 2/16/2024 the floors in the Preschool classroom were visibly dirty. When asked, staff indicated the floors have not been mopped in a few days. It was also observed in the Preschool classroom a piece of construction paper with "#6"on it was adhered to the floor with clear contact paper; however, one of the corners of the paper was curling up creating a tripping hazard. While on the preschool playground on 2/16/2024 it was observed the screen to a window to the DPS B classroom was flapping in the wind and was no longer secured to the frame. Upon further inspection, a metal piece of the frame was observed to be broken and accessible to children from the playground 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.) Plan to Correct: Classroom floor is scheduled to be mopped on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Center was closed due to snow on Tuesday. Floor was mopped on Friday after inspection. Reviewed cleaning expectations with classroom teachers. Construction paper in preschool classroom was replaced same afternoon at nap time. Screen was removed from DPS classroom window and work order placed for repair. Teachers were advised to keep the window closed since the screen is no longer in place. Plan to Maintain: Floors and outdoor play spaces will be kept in clean condition, in repair and free from hazards. |
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| 2024-02-16 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.82(j) - Running water - diapering | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(j) Description: Running water - diapering Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 2/16/2024 the two portable sinks located in the Toddler A classroom space were not operable, thus leaving the toddler diapering area without a source of running water. Correction Required: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Plan to Correct: Operation of toddler sink was reviewed with all staff members. Staff member in the room was a substitute for the day and uncomfortable with turning on the sink. Toddlers were moved within the hour of the sink in question to an adjacent toddler classroom with a teacher aware of how the pump sinks operate. Review of pump sink operation trained with all staff on semiannual training on 2/19/24. Plan to Maintain: A source of running water will be operable in diaper changing areas. Pump sink water will be changed on a daily basis. |
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| 2024-01-26 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2023-12-21 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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 on 12/21/2023 in the Preschool room the writing center table has a busted corner and is not in good repair. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection the corner of the writing center table was reinforced with a piece of cardstock and taped down until more permanent repairs can be made. |
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| 2023-12-21 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 12/21/2023 in the Toddler A room the fire extinguisher that is attached to the wall has a thick layer of dust covering the top of it. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection the fire extinguisher was cleaned off. |
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| 2023-11-29 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person # 1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains documentation a Child Abuse clearance was requested on 8/27/2023 but did not contain results for that request at time of inspection. The provider later submitted documentation to the certification representative via e-mail containing results for the Child Abuse clearance for Staff Person #1 dated 11/29/2023 which was the date of inspection. The file for Staff Person #1 also contained documentation Staff Person #1 was pre-enrolled to have their fingerprints completed for an FBI clearance; however, proof of submission and the results of that clearance were not in the file. The operator is not in compliance with the CPSL. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #1 must be removed from a child care position by close of business November 29, 2023. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) FBI clearance has been completed. Staff Person #1 has not worked in the building since 11/29/23. Staff Person #1 clearances attached. |
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| 2023-10-30 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.108(c) - No styrofoam | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.108(c) Description: No styrofoam Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 10/30/2023 Styrofoam bowls were used to serve lunch to the children. Correction Required: Styrofoam cups and plates may not be used. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Educate all staff/facility person that we are unable to use Styrofoam bowls in any classroom for mealtimes. |
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| 2023-10-30 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains criminal history documentation of misdemeanor and/or felony grade charges and/or convictions. The provider never submitted the rap sheet to the Central Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) for review and is therefore not in compliance with the CPSL. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff Person #1 must be supervised until notified by the Central Regional Office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person 1 was asked to bring in all clearances and supporting documentation. Scanned all clearances and supporting documentation into email for it to be reviewed by DHS. Staff person 1 was supervised at all times until we received confirmation from DHS for staff to be cleared and continue employment. |
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| 2023-09-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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: It was observed on 9/27/2023 the facility had a Provisional Certificate of Compliance posted dated 3/3/2023 - 9/3/2023, which was revoked on July 10, 2023. The negative sanction letter detailing the revocation and all attachments were not posted in a conspicuous location used by the parents as directed by the Department. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection the negative sanction letter detailing the facility's third provisional license being revoked and all the attachments were posted in a conspicuous location used by the parents. |
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| 2023-09-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.27(d) - Plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(d) Description: Plan posted Noncompliance Area: The operator does not have the emergency plan posted in the facility at a conspicuous location. Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency plan is currently posted in our center lobby and visible for all families. |
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| 2023-09-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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: It was observed on 9/27/2023 several electrical outlets in the Preschool room, Pre-K room and hallway that are accessible to children 5 years of age or younger did not have protective receptable covers. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection protective receptacle covers were placed in electrical outlets in the Preschool room, Pre-K room and hallway that are accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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| 2023-09-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(b) Description: Original container Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 9/27/2023 in the DPS A classroom a Magic Eraser was not stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection the Magic Eraser was placed in a container that specifies the content. |
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| 2023-09-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.72(b) - Screened | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.72(b) Description: Screened Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 9/27/2023 in the DPS A classroom a window which does not have a screen was opened approximately 2 inches at the top to provide ventilation. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) During the inspection the window was closed. |
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| 2023-09-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 9/27/2023 in the DPS A room both windows had cobwebs in the corner of the window jams. 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.) Both windows were cleaned to get rid of all cobwebs. |
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| 2023-09-27 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 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 on 9/27/2023 in the DPS A room pieces of damaged plaster was laying on the floor behind the door. A child was observed to be playing on the floor right beside the debris. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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.) During the inspection the pieces of damaged plaster and debris were vacuumed up are the area behind the door was cleaned. |
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| 2023-07-12 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.133(8) - Special diet - parent's instructions | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(8) Description: Special diet - parent's instructions Noncompliance Area: Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) has a doctor's note dated 4/28/2023 in their file stating due to medical reasons the child is not to receive fruits or anything containing fruits. Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) served the child raisins on 6/30/2023. Child #1 broke out with hives around their mouth after consuming the raisins. Correction Required: If a special diet is prescribed for a child and if the diet is administered to the child, written instructions and the parent's written consent shall be retained in the child's file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) 1. Any special diet preferences for a child if the diet is administered to the child, written instructions and parental consent shall be retained in child's file. 2. Allergy, food preference and medical updates and staff sign off monthly. 3. Staff member supervising during complaint has been separated from employment. 4. Additional training "Food Allergies: Management and Prevention" to be completed by all staff members. |
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| 2023-05-19 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: Staff from the facility self-reported on May 17,2023 Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) followed another family back into the Toddler Room of the facility by means of the door that opens directly to the fenced in playground area. Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet), Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet), and Staff Person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) were on the playground and were responsible for the supervision of the Child #1 and other toddler aged children. Primary care groups were not established at that time. The parent who was picking up their children left the premises, leaving Child #1 completely unsupervised in the Toddler Room. Staff Person #4 entered the Toddler Room and found Child #1 playing on the climbing equipment on the Toddler B side of the classroom. It was estimated that Child #1 was left unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. During that time Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, and Staff Person #3 did not know the whereabouts of Child #1. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff received refresher on supervision training and primary care groups training. All staff persons will supervise children at all times and have primary care groups assigned with specific children to supervise at all times, the staff person will know the names and whereabouts of the children assigned to their group at all times. |
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| 2023-05-17 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: A staff person from the facility self-reported that on May 16,2023 Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was left unsupervised in the hallway from approximately 7:04am until 7:06am. Staff Person #3 found Child #1 in the hallway at approximately 7:06am and took the child to the classroom they were assigned to. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were transitioning a total of seven (7) children from the infant room to the toddler room. Staff Person #1 took five (5) children into the toddler room and left two children (2) with Staff Person #2 while Staff Person #2 was putting on their shoes. Staff Person #2 was unaware they were assigned the responsibility for supervision of the two children left with them in the hallway and did not see Child #1. When Staff Person #2 was done putting on their shoes they proceeded into the toddler room with one child, unknowingly leaving Child #1 unsupervised in the hallway. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were retrained on child supervision and group transitions. All facility persons received a refresher training on active supervision and transitions on 5/23/2023. . Children must be supervised at all times on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises by a staff person physically present with the children including the outdoor space. Each staff person will be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children and know their names and whereabouts at all times to help staff Person #2 who was unaware they were assigned the responsibility for supervision of the two children left with them in the hallway and did not see Child #1. |
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| 2023-05-17 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(b) Description: No physical punishment Noncompliance Area: It was verified during staff interviews Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) pulled on Child #1's (DOB see LIS code sheet) sweatshirt hood to remove the child from the table they were climbing on top of on May 3, 2023. Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 was trained on properly handling children, staff are not to pull or remove children from furniture using their clothing. |
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| 2023-02-09 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(h) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(h) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #1 DOH (see LIS code sheet) has not completed the Health & Safety update that was due 12/30/2022. Staff Person #2 DOH (see LIS code sheet) has not completed the Health & Safety update that was due 12/30/2022. Correction Required: All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 and #2 have completed the required health and safety update. |
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| 2023-01-20 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.111(c) - Promote development | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(c) Description: Promote development Noncompliance Area: It was verified during a complaint investigation that Staff Person #1 used their personal cell phone to make a video of Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet), Child #2 (DOB see LIS code sheet), and Child #3 (DOB see LIS code sheet) after they took off their clothes and were running around the room. Child #1 was said to have been sitting on top of cots that were stacked against the wall in the Preschool Room naked and with their legs spread apart. Child #2 was reported to have been running around the room naked. Child #3 was reported to have been standing by the front window completely undressed. Staff Person #1 took a video of the children instead of directing their behavior. Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. The Center Director shall make random daily visits to classrooms in the facility to observe that age-appropriate activities are being carried out, record the observations on a document approved by Central Region Bureau of Certification, and provide support for improvement. The District Leader shall make a weekly visit to the facility and observe that age-appropriate activities are being carried out in each classroom, record the observations on a document approved by Central Region Bureau of Certification, and provide support for improvement. The forms must be provided to the Central Regional Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months once the form has been approved. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Center Director will make random daily visits to classrooms in the facility to observe that age-appropriate activities are being carried out, record the observations on a document approved by Central Region Bureau of Certification, and provide support for improvement. The District Leader will make a weekly visit to the facility and observe that age-appropriate activities are being carried out in each classroom, record the observations on a document approved by Central Region Bureau of Certification, and provide support for improvement. The forms will be provided to the Central Regional Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months. |
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| 2023-01-20 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: It was verified during a complaint investigation that Staff Person #1 used their personal cell phone to make a video of Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet), Child #2 (DOB see LIS code sheet), and Child #3 (DOB see LIS code sheet) after they took off their clothes and were running around the room. Child #1 was said to have been sitting on top of cots that were stacked against the wall in the Preschool Room naked and with their legs spread apart. Child #2 was reported to have been running around the room naked. Child #3 was reported to have been standing by the front window completely disrobed. Staff Person #1 took a video of the children instead of directing their behavior. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Supervision is defined as to be physically present with a group of children or with the facility person under supervision. Critical oversight in which the supervisor can see, hear, direct, and assess the activity of the supervisee. The Center Director shall make random daily visits to classrooms to observe that appropriate supervision is taking place, record the observations on a document approved by Central Region Bureau of Certification, and provide support for improvement. The District Leader shall make a weekly visit to the facility and observe that appropriate supervision is taking place, record the observations on a document approved by Central Region Bureau of Certification, and provide support for improvement. The observations for supervision and age-appropriate activities may be documented on the same form. The forms must be provided to the Central Regional Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months once the form has been approved. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises will be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. I will ensure children are being supervised at all times by doing random daily visits to classrooms to observe that appropriate supervision is taking place, record the observations on a document approved by Central Region Bureau of Certification, and provide support for improvement. The District Leader will make a weekly visit to the facility and observe that appropriate supervision is taking place, record the observations on a document approved by Central Region Bureau of Certification, and provide support for improvement. The forms will be provided to the Central Regional Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months. |
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| 2023-01-20 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.183(b) - No information disclosed | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.183(b) Description: No information disclosed Noncompliance Area: It was verified during a complaint investigation that Staff Person #1 used their personal cell phone to make a video of Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet), Child #2 (DOB see LIS code sheet), and Child #3 (DOB see LIS code sheet) after the children took off all their clothes and were running around the room naked. Staff Person #1 took their personal cell phone into the Young Toddler Room later that day during their break time and told two staff members about the incident and showed them the video on the cell phone. Correction Required: A facility person may not disclose information concerning a child or family, except in the course of inspections and investigations by agents of the Department. Facility person #1 must be retrained on personal cell phone use during work hours and confidentiality. The training must be documented. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A facility person may not disclose information concerning a child or family, except in the course of inspections and investigations by agents of the Department. Facility person #1 has been terminated. All staff members will be retrained on personal cell phone usage during work and confidentiality on 2/20/23. |
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| 2023-01-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.21/3270.113(a) - General Health and Safety/Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21/3270.113(a) Description: General Health and Safety/Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During a file review for Staff Person #1 it was observed there was documentation contained in the file detailing on 12/30/2022 Staff Person #2 walked into the DPS classroom and observed Staff Person #1 had left a child unattended on the diaper changing station. Staff Person #2 stated that they observed Staff Person #1 to be standing approximately 3 feet away from the diaper changing station Child #1 was laying on as Staff Person #1 was focused on redirecting several other children who were playing with the bathroom door. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children will not be left unattended on a diapering changing station. The conditions at the facility will not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises will be supervised by a staff person at all times. I will perform daily observations to ensure children are being supervised at all times. |
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| 2023-01-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met as it was documented a manual test was conducted on 12/9/2022 and not again until 1/16/2023, which exceeded the requirement that the facility's fire detection system is manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility was previously cited for this violation on 10/20/2022 and is failing to follow the plan of correction submitted. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will ensure that fire detection devices or systems are tested manually every 30 days to maintain compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S.§ 1016(c)). |
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| 2022-12-07 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.133(1)/3270.133(2) - Original container/Written instructions | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(1)/3270.133(2) Description: Original container/Written instructions Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 12/7/2022 an inhaler that contained Albuterol for Child #1 was not in an original container, nor were written instructions provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The inhaler was returned to child #1's parent and the parent was instructed to bring in the original container and prescription label. Administration will ensure all prescriptions and nonprescription medication are in the original containers with written instructions provided by the individual who prescribed the medicine. |
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| 2022-10-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: Staff Person # 5 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification which is dated 9/23/2020 - 2022. 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.) All staff will renew their certification in pediatric first aid and CPR on or before their expiration on their current certification by completing an in person training with a professional in the field. |
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| 2022-10-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff persons #1 and #2 have 15 days to produce documentation and may not be left unsupervised with children until the heath and safety training has been completed. Supervision must be provided by an AGS or higher who has completed the health and safety training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff persons have submitted supporting documents for professional development completion. |
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| 2022-10-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: Staff person # 3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet) completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation; however, it was not done with an approved PQAS trainer and curriculum. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #3 & #4 will have 15 days to produce documentation and may not be left unsupervised with children until professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation has been completed. Supervision must be provided by an AGS or higher who has completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #3 and #4 has completed pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR by an approved PQAS trainer and curriculum on 10/18/22 |
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| 2022-10-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not contain Mandated Reporter training. The file for Staff Person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not contain Mandated Reporter training. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Mandated Reporter training is required to be completed from an approved source within the first 90 days of employment. Staff Person #2 and #3 are required to complete mandated reporter training, from an approved source within 15 days and cannot be left unsupervised with children until the training has been completed. Supervision must be provided by an AGS or higher who has completed mandated reporter training. If there are not enough staff available that meet the requirements necessary to supervise staff without the appropriate training qualifications, Staff Person #2 and #3 will need to be removed until they receive the appropriate training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff members have provided supporting documents for completion of Mandated reporter training. |
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| 2022-10-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter has not ensured that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. The last fire drill that was conducted was 8/09/2022. 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.) A fire drill was conducted on 11/1/2022. I will ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. |
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| 2022-10-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met as the last manual test of the fire detection system was conducted on 7/11/2022. This does not meet the requirement that the facility's fire detection system is manually tested at least every 30 days. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I have ensure that the fire detection system has been manually tested every 30 days and documented on the fire drill log. The requirements under subsection (a) are met. Supporting documents have been shared. |
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| 2022-10-07 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) admitted to yelling at Child #1 after the child spit food out. Staff Person #1 admitted to being frustrated due to a combination of another infant child crawling up to the feeding chair and grabbing at the food the staff member was feeding to Child #1 and by Child #1 spitting the food out. Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) stated that they heard Staff Person #1 use a "very inappropriate tone" with Child #1. Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 has been written up and placed on a coaching form. Both staff #1 and Staff #2 understand that facility person may not use harsh, demeaning, or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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| 2022-08-25 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: Provider self reported on 8/12/2022 Staff Person #1 left Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) unsupervised in the Pre-K Room while they took the rest of the children to the playground at 3:45pm. A parent picking up another child in the Pre-K room saw Child #1 walking out of the bathroom in the classroom and notified another staff member in the Preschool room next door. That staff person immediately got Child #1 and notified the director. Staff Person #1 did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 for approximately 6 minutes. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. The facility director and assistant director will be required to attend the Central Region Existing Provider Orientation virtual class to be conducted on October 6, 2022. The director shall contact the Regional Office to schedule the training. The hours of the training may not be counted towards the required 12 hours of annual child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On October 6th, 2022 the facility director and assistant director will attend the Central Region Existing Provider Orientation virtual class. |
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| 2022-08-25 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: Provider self reported on 8/12/2022 Staff Person #1 left Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) unsupervised in the Pre-K Room while they took the rest of the children to the playground at 3:45pm. A parent picking up another child in the Pre-K room saw Child #1 walking out of the bathroom in the classroom and notified another staff member in the Preschool room next door. That staff person immediately got Child #1 and notified the director. Staff Person #1 did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 for approximately 6 minutes. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that staff persons have been assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children and that each staff person knows the names and whereabouts of the children in their assigned group. e.g., a checklist. Furthermore, a member of the management team must observe each transition time from one part of the building and/or facility premises to another and affix their signature, date and time along with notes of any problems observed and corrective action that was taken during each transition time. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility director, assistant director and program specialist will continue to observe the transitions for the classrooms. We will document our observations and feedback on the back of the child supervision record(CSR). The child supervision record(CSR) will continue to be sent in weekly to DHS for the three months that it is required. |
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| 2022-08-11 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 8/11/2022 during a transition time from the playground area to the Discovery Preschool Room ( 2 & 3 year olds) three (3) children ran ahead of the group and gained entry to the classroom without a staff member being physically present. The children were temporarily out of sight off Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3, and Staff Person #4 for several seconds until Staff Person #1 followed them to the classroom. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff members attended supervision training on 8/25/22, during this training, staff members learned where to position themselves to ensure that all children are supervised at all times on and off facility premises, especially during transitions. As of 8/29/22 all transitions will be supervised by a member of management to ensure that children are supervised at all times on and off the premises, management will also ensure that the staff members have all the tools they need to complete a safe transition, making sure that a staff member is in front of the line and another in the back of the line to make sure no children elope from the group. |
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| 2022-04-27 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: Provider self-reported on April 14, 2022 Child #1 was left unsupervised on the playground while Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 took the rest of the children back inside to the classroom at 9:50 am. Another group was outside on the other side of the fence and noticed Child #1 was alone on the playground and notified Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #4. Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #4 retrieved Child #1 from the playground and brought the child inside the facility at 10am. Staff Person #1 met them at the door after realizing Child #1 was not with the other children in the classroom. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will supervise children at all times and will utilize primary care cards to support them with knowing the names and whereabouts of the children assigned to their group. |
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| 2022-03-04 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: The provider self-reported on February 24,2022 Child #1 was left unsupervised in the classroom bathroom while Staff Person #1, #2, and #3 took the rest of the children outside to the playground. Staff were not assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. Staff Person #1, #2 and #3 did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 for approximately 6-7 minutes. Staff Person #4 found Child #1 standing in the doorway of the classroom unsupervised. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff members will attend supervision training provided by state. Staff will use primary care groups to keep track of names and whereabouts of all children, children will be supervised at all times. |
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| 2022-03-04 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: The provider self-reported on February 24,2022 Child #1 was left unsupervised in the classroom bathroom while Staff Person #1, #2, and #3 took the rest of the children outside to the playground. Staff were not assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. Staff Person #1, #2 and #3 did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 for approximately 6-7 minutes. Staff Person #4 found Child #1 standing in the doorway of the classroom unsupervised. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The training hours may not count towards the required annual training hours. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A supervision training has been scheduled for all staff on Wednesday, May 4th 2022 provided by the ELRC. Each staff will use primary care groups to support supervision at all times and know the names and whereabouts of the children assigned to their group. All facility staff will receive 2 hours of training regarding supervision of children. |
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| 2022-03-04 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: The provider self-reported on February 24,2022 Child #1 was left unsupervised in the classroom bathroom while Staff Person #1, #2, and #3 took the rest of the children outside to the playground. Staff were not assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. Staff Person #1, #2 and #3 did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 for approximately 6-7 minutes. Staff Person #4 found Child #1 standing in the doorway of the classroom unsupervised. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that staff persons have been assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children and that each staff person knows the names and whereabouts of the children in their assigned group. e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A checklist has been created to document and prove staff's assigned responsibility for supervising children in their assigned group. Children will be supervised at all times and staff will know names and whereabouts of children in their care at all times using primary care cards. Supervision observations will be performed daily and sent it weekly to state representative for a period of three months. |
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