Lancaster Recreation Commission

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The time between the testing of the fire detection devices exceeded the permitted at least every 30 days' timeframe (10/9/26, 11/18/26), (5/7/26, 6/30/26).

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Regulation: 3270.182(7)

Description: Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

Noncompliance Area: On 10/15/25, a child needed emergency medical care for an illness. An illness report was not given to the parent on the day of the illness. The report was given to the parent 2 days later.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #1 and #2 were present with a group of 15 preschoolers. When staff were asked to identify their care groups, only 13 of the 15 children were accounted for.

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.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information on file for child #1 did not include a phone number for a listed release person.

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

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The record for staff person #7 did 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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(e)

Description: Emergency plan/Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan parent letter did not address accommodations as required in subsection a (3270.27a5).

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. A5 -The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, and #6 were trained on the emergency plan in August of 2024 and subsequently more than 12 months later in September of 2025.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 completed the initial fire safety training 13 months after start date. Staff person #6 completed fire safety training in August of 2024 and subsequently more than 12 months later in September of 2025.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The DHS FBI clearance on file for staff person #5 was incomplete as it did not include the rap sheet. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

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

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The initial staff evaluation on file for staff person #2 was dated 13 months after the employee's start date.

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

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the school-age room was stored in an unlocked backpack in an area accessible to the children in care. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

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

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: According to the logs on file at the time of inspection, the fire detection system has not been tested at least every 30 days. The system was tested on 5/29/25. The facility was then closed until 8/19/25. Upon returning, the system was not tested until 9/26/25.

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)). To verify operability, a child care center shall manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days and shall maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The NSOR on file for facility person #1 expired on 1-19-2025. An updated clearance was not on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until complete clearances are on file.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The TB screening on file for staff person 1 was more than 12 months old at the time of initial employment. The initial health report on file for staff person 6 was not dated within the 12 months prior to initial service in the childcare setting. The health assessment was dated 14 days after start date.

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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, staff person 5 was trained on the emergency plan in January of 2023, and then more than a year later in August of 2024.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The pediatric first aid and CPR training on file for staff persons 3 and 7 expired at the end of February 2024, but were not updated until 9/12/24. The pediatric first aid and CPR training on file for staff person 6 expired at the end of June 2024, but was not updated until 9/12/24.

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.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: Staff person 4 did not complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. The training on file was dated 147 days after the date of hire.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The written evaluation for staff person 3 was due in June of 2024, but was not completed until July of 2024.

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

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: Staff person 2 is serving as an assistant group supervisor at the facility. The staff person's record did not include documentation of 2 years of child care experience.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.66(a)/3270.76

Description: Locked or inaccessible/Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The following toxic and/or hazardous items were observed stored in areas accessible to the children in the downstairs pre-k counts classroom: "Goo Off", White out, hand sanitizer spray, hand sanitizer, gorilla glue, batteries, sharp adult scissors, a sharp tool, and an adult's medication. (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. 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.

Regulation: 3270.66(d)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: The following toxic plants were observed growing along the edge and into the preschool playground: Pokeweed, Morning Glories, and Bittersweet. The following toxic plants were observed in the downstairs pre-k counts classroom: Pothos, and a snake plant (Sansevieria).

Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: After the renewal inspection (SIN-00231328), the facility replaced ceiling tiles that showed evidence of a water leak. New water stains appeared on the replaced tiles, showing there is still an active leak.

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.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Three sinks (equipment used by children) in the downstairs preschool room were working. (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.

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the school age space (Brandon Room).

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Children in the school age space were observed walking out of the Brandon room without staff supervision. A child was observed walking from the Brandon room to the restroom without staff supervision, and other children were observed walking out of the Brandon room and around the corner to the baskets where they keep their belongings without staff supervision.

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.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information on file for child 1 did not include the health insurance policy number.

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

Regulation: 3270.133(6)/3270.133(7)

Description: Written consent/Medication log

Noncompliance Area: The downstairs preschool room has a child enrolled that has an Epi-pen. The facility did not have a medication log on file (including written consent for administration of the medication).

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for staff person 4 was 24 months old in May of 2023, but was not updated until 9/29/23.

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.

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The record for child 2 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child, nor signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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

Regulation: 3270.183(a)

Description: Locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: Financial agreements (part of child's file) were observed in unlocked bags in both preschool rooms.

Correction Required: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation on file that an emergency drill had been completed in the past year.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan parent letter did not contain information about accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures outlined in subsection A. 3270.27(a)(5) Accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons 1, 2, 3, and 6 did not complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person 1 - The 10 hour health and safety training was completed 132 after the date of hire, and pediatric first aid and CPR training was completed 172 days after the date of hire. Staff person 2 - Pediatric first aid and CPR training was completed 172 days after the date of hire. Staff person 3 - Pediatric first aid and CPR training was completed 215 days after the date of hire. Staff person 6 - More than 45 days have passed since the date of hire and the staff person's record did not contain documentation of completing professional development in Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. (1) Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization) and the establishment of a grace period that allows homeless children and children in foster care to receive services under this subchapter while their families (including foster families) are taking necessary action to comply with immunization and other health and safety requirements. (2) Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices. (3) Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent. (4) Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions. (5) Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water and vehicular traffic. (6) Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. (7) Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility) within the meaning of those terms under section 602(a)(1) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C.A. § 5195a(a)(1)). (8) Handling and storage of hazardous materials and appropriate disposal of biocontaminants. (9) Precautions when transporting children. (10) Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Staff person #6 will have until 11/15/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #6 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or GS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #6 staff person #6 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person 1 worked beyond the 45-day provisional hire period with incomplete clearances on file. The FBI clearance on file was dated 85 days after the staff person's start date.

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

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: Staff person 5 and 6 are serving as assistant group supervisors at the facility. Their staff records did not include verification of 2 years (2,500 hours) of child care experience.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials were observed in areas accessible to the children in the downstairs preschool room. Hand sanitizer and an essential oil spray were observed on the desk/counter. The cabinet that stored cleaning products (Clorox, sanitizer, disinfectant, multi-surface cleaner, etc) was unlocked and items were stored within reach for the children in the room.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the downstairs preschool room did not contain soap.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Ceiling tiles in the Brandon room showed evidence of a water leak.

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.

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A toilet seat was missing from the toilet in the downstairs preschool bathroom.

Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: A handwashing sign was not posted in the upstairs boys restroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(7)

Description: Participation

Noncompliance Area: According to the logs on file at the time of inspection, individual rooms are completing fire drill separately. Facility wide fire drills are not being completed (all facility persons and children in attendance participate in the fire drill).

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that facility persons and children in attendance participate in the fire drill.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: The facility has not been manually testing the fire detection system at least once every 30 days. The system was being placed on test mode, but not actually tested (sounded).

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)). -To verify operability, a child care center shall manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days and shall maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The immunization records on file for children 1 and 2 were not in accordance with the ACIP guidelines. Exemption notes were not on file. Child 1 - No annual flu vaccine on file, incomplete Hep B series on file Child 2 - No annual flu vaccine on file

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Regulation: 3270.14

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the facility had not yet added a continuity of operations plan to their emergency plan.

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.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The TB test results on file for staff person 1 were more than 12 months old at initial service.

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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: The only pediatric first aid and CPR training on file for staff person 1 was dated more than 90 days after hire. The pediatric first aid and CPR training on file for staff person 2 expired 2/27/2022, and the certification was not renewed until 9/13/22.

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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Regulation: 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: Staff person 3 is serving as an aide at the facility. The staff person's file includes documentation of completing 8th grade, but does not include documentation of 2 years (2,500 hours) of child care experience.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the downstairs pre-k counts room did not contain soap.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Two areas of peeling paint were observed in the downstairs pre-k counts room. (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.

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: According to the fire drill log on file in the downstairs pre-k counts classroom, a fire drill was completed on 12/14/2021, and subsequently on 6/28/22. More than 60 days lapsed between fire drills.

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.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the operator was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection devices were being tested at least once 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)). To verify operability, a child care center shall manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days and shall maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator located in the downstairs pre-k counts room did not contain an operable thermometer.

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

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: The paperwork on file accompanying a medication that is given to child 1 did not include written consent for administration of the medication.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment updates for staff persons 1-3 were not obtained timely (within 24 months). Staff 1 - Health assessments were dated 8/20/19 and subsequently 9/30/21. Staff 2 - Health assessments were dated 11/27/18 and subsequently 5/5/21. Staff 3 - Health assessments were dated 11/8/18 and subsequently 1/15/21.

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

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: Perishable foods were observed to be stored in lunchboxes in the classroom. The food items were not refrigerated (ex. yogurt, lunchables, etc.).

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The record for staff person 4 did not include documentation 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.

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The record for staff person 4 included just one written, nonfamily reference.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: The following toxic materials were observed in areas accessible to children. School-age - Disinfectant wipes (CORRECTED ON SITE), spray paint, clear coat acrylic spray, and a container of adult medication. Pre-K counts, downstairs - Hand sanitizer (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.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Operating fans were observed in areas accessible to the children in the gym and in the school-age space. An adult was able to get a finger through the guards at the front of the fans. The poured rubber surfacing on the playground at the rear of the building was in poor repair. The surfacing had multiple cracks, and areas where the surfacing was pulled away completely. An area on the front of a water fountain (outside of men's restroom used by school-age) was rusty and the metal was in poor repair (sharp edges). Ceiling tiles in the Brandon room showed evidence of a water leak. At least 18 tiles had water stains, and 1 tile was bulging. The protective covering along the edge of the sink in the downstairs pre-k counts bathroom was no longer covering the wood. The wood was wet and was starting to expand.

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.

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: An area of peeling paint was observed in the entryway to the downstairs pre-k counts bathroom. Peeling paint was also observed on the wall near the writing center in the downstairs pre-k counts room. Paint was peeling off the top of a shelf in the upstairs pre-k counts room.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.