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Leah Lenzis Daycare

Farrell, PA · Mercer County
Washington St, Farrell, PA 16121
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Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (724) 877-4492
Washington St
Farrell, PA 16121
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00254304
License Issued
Apr 20, 2026
Active Through
Apr 20, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 1

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LEAH LENZIS DAYCARE is a Family Child Care in FARRELL PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked a current child service report updated within the last 6 months.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator had parent sign and review child's paperwork.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 had an agreement that lacked the child's admission date.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent signed, dated admission date.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator had parent complete address info.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.131(a)(4) - Initial health report for school age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)(4)

Description: Initial health report for school age

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked an initial health assessment for a school-age child in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).

Correction Required: The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent had got a copy of updated health assessment from child's doctor.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.131(b)(2) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)

Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 12 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator had parent take form and had it updated.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.151(a)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.151(a)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 24 months.

Correction Required: A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator had doctor fill health assessment form so it was updated.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacked a current emergency contact form and agreement updated by the parent within the last 6 months. The files for child #1 and #4 had an emergency contact form and agreement that exceeded 6 months between updates by the parent.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents updated the emergency contact form.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked 8 of the 12 required hours of annual child care training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hours were completed that were missing.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 had child abuse clearances that exceeded 60 months between clearances.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff completed their clearances.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(4)

Description: Hypothetical locations

Noncompliance Area: According to the fire drill log, the hypothetical location of the fire was the same for consecutive fire drills.

Correction Required: The hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The next fire drill is and will be different location.
2026-01-30 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2-3-26, the interconnected smoke detectors were tested. The basement and main floor detectors were observed to be operating as interconnected. The upstairs detector did not make a sound and function as interconnected when the other two detectors were tested and functioning as interconnected. The upstairs detector was tested and worked independently from the other two detectors.

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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator retested smoke detectors and reconnected them.
2025-08-15 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the play room, there was a fabric chair with multiple tears in the fabric.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have removed the chair from the daycare.
2025-08-15 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: In the bathroom upstairs, there were multiple toxics, including bottles of Lysol and Clorox disinfectant cleaners, on the back of the toilet, on the floor next to the sink, and in an unlocked cabinet that were labeled "Keep out of reach of children" and were accessible to children. On the front porch, there were a bottle of Simple Green Outdoor Odor Eliminator and a Mainstays Torch Fuel Canister that were labeled "Keep out of reach of children" and were accessible to children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Put all cleaning supplies locked in cabinet in all areas of daycare.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.102(a)/3290.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.102(a)/3290.103

Description: Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: In the playroom, there was a fabric chair that had multiple tears with small pieces of fabric coming apart that were less than 1 inch in diameter and were accessible to young toddlers who are still placing objects in their mouth and are enrolled at the facility.

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. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I discarded the chair from daycare use.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.117(c) - Vet's certificate required Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.117(c)

Description: Vet's certificate required

Noncompliance Area: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization was not on file for a dog that was observed at the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will send certificate. I will make an appointment for my dog and get him his Rabies shot.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 had an agreement that lacked the child's admission date.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent filled in admission date on agreement form.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the telephone number of the child's physician.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent filled in phone # of child's physician on the emergency contact form.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

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

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Had parent fill in address of designated individuals picking up child on the emergency contact form.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) - Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)/3290.182(1)

Description: Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2, a school-ager, lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of the child's first day of attendance at the facility and requires a current health assessment.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I gave parent health assessment form and will make sure I get the health form from parent. Parent took the assessment form to child's Dr to be filled out.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 had a health assessment that lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I gave parent the health assessment form. The parent had the doctor complete the required information.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 had an emergency contact form and agreement that exceeded 6 months between updates by the parent.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I updated forms with parent.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(3)/3290.182(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 file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I had went over the paperwork with the parent and she filled in missing area.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.75(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: In the playroom, the left corner of the beam near the doorway to the kitchen had multiple areas with damaged paint/plaster.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I cleaned area on the wall and put new plaster over it. The area is not cracked or peeling since it reparied it.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: The exit from the playroom to the kitchen was obstructed by equipment in the playroom and dog dishes on the kitchen side of the doorway.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Dog tray and equipment were moved from in front of entrance way.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: According to the fire drill log, a fire drill was not conducted at least once every 60 days between 10-29-24 to 1-6-25.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will correct and have reminders on my fire drill days.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected smoke detectors in the facility at least once every 30 days between 10-24-24 to 11-24-24.

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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I wrote down next smoke detector testing as a reminder for when it is testing time.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: On 1-24-24, there was a 13 year old child that was alone in the basement without a staff person present to supervise the child.

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 requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3290.51-3290.52 (relating to maximum number of children; and staff:child ratio).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
When the child is at the facility, the child will be supervised at all times. The child will be in care for midnight shift Saturday and Sunday and will not be in care during the day. The child will be supervised on the main floor of the facility when the child is in care at the facility. I do have a file on the child.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: Child #4 and #5 lacked a current child service report updated within the last 6 months.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure to double check dates on enrollment and to make sure service report are updated.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 had an agreement that lacked the child's admission date.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I corrected and added admission date.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) - Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)/3290.182(1)

Description: Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days following the child's first day of attendance at the facility and requires a current health assessment.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent had health assessment form updated with family doctor.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1)

Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4, a preschooler, lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Gave parent health assessment form. Parent will have form updated. Child will not return to facility after 4-2-24 without an updated health assessment form.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: There was Methylphenidate prescription medication for child #5 that lacked written parental consent for administration of the medication.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent has signed the consent form for giving daily medicine to her child.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.133(7) - Medication log Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.133(7)

Description: Medication log

Noncompliance Area: According to the provider, the Methylphenidate prescription medication for child #5 has been administered on multiple dates to the child without a medication log being established and maintained when administering the medication.

Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Updated medical log.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.151(a)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.151(a)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 had a health assessment that exceeded 24 months between assessments.

Correction Required: A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
My health assessment is updated.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #4 and #5 lacked a current emergency contact form updated within the last 6 months. The files for child #2 and #3 had an emergency contact form and agreement that exceeded 6 months between updates.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Had parents update forms, will keep up on dates and make sure they are all current.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.182(8) - Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(8)

Description: Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #4 and #5 lacked an agreement.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Agreement form was provided to parent signed and dated.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.24(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a letter to provide to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I wrote out a letter and handed each parent a copy.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.63

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: In the playroom with a 3 year old child observed in care, there was a power strip that had an outlet that lacked an outlet cover and was accessible to the 3 year old child.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Added a power strip safety cover.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: According to the fire drill log, a fire drill was not conducted at least once every 60 days on multiple occasions within the last year.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Make sure I go over the months when there are added days. I will double check.
2024-01-24 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: The proof of purchase for the interconnected smoke alarms that are approved by a testing laboratory recognized by OSHA to test and certify smoke alarms was dated after the required compliance date of 9-6-23. According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected smoke alarms in the facility at least once every 30 days on multiple occasions within the last year.

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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All alarms are all up and I will make sure they are tested accordingly. Testing is up to date.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.105(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: The rest equipment was not labeled with each child's name that uses the equipment, including a pack 'n play and rest mats.

Correction Required: (a) Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have all new sleeping equipment labeled.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.117(c) - Vet's certificate required Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.117(c)

Description: Vet's certificate required

Noncompliance Area: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization was not on file for a dog at the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have my dog shots all up to date.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #2 and #3 had an agreement that lacked the fee amount.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I completed the fee amount.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(2)

Description: Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #2 and #3 had an agreement that lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will double check all areas and make sure parent and I filled in all areas needed.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #1 and #3 lacked a current child service report completed within the last 6 months.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I did both children service reports.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #1 and #3 had an agreement that lacked the child's departure time. The file for child #2 had an agreement that lacked the child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I wrote the arrival and departure times of children on agreement forms.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 had an agreement that lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2 is no longer attending daycare.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #2 and #3 had an agreement that lacked the child's admission date.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I filled in the area of admission date.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the child's physician.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I had parent fill in area of child's Dr. address.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the work address and home telephone number of the enrolling parent. The file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I had parents fill in the areas that were not completed.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the health insurance policy number. The file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked the name of the health insurance and the 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I had both parents complete the areas needed.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent completed the area that was not filled in.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)

Description: Within 60 days

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of the child's first day of attendance at the facility and requires a current health assessment.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent took child to his physician and child health assessment is corrected.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.131(a)(4)/3290.182(1) - Initial health report for school age/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)(4)/3290.182(1)

Description: Initial health report for school age/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4, a school-age child, lacked an initial health assessment for a school-age child dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).

Correction Required: The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations). A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have received health records for child #4.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, a 2 year old, had an immunization record that lacked verification of the Influenza vaccination being administered within the last calendar year in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and lacked exemption documentation. The file for child #1, a 2 year old, had an immunization record that lacked documentation of the 4th dose of the Pneumococcal vaccination by age 15 months in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and lacked exemption documentation.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 1-31-23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent took her child and he received all and updated vaccines. An exemption letter will be completed for the Influenza vaccination. The child will not be in care until the updated immunizations and exemption letter are received.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: According to the provider, the provider was throwing away a soiled diaper in the outside trash can and not immediately discarding the soiled diaper by placing it into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I went and bought a hands free covered can for soiled diapers.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: The operator lacked an infant feeding schedule obtained from the parent for an infant enrolled at the facility.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have the parent's feeding schedule wrote down in child's file and on my schedule board.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1, with a start date prior to 10-4-22, lacked the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 Training required by 12-30-22 and requires current training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I completed the health and safety training.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment to comply with 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vi). The emergency plan lacked requirements for volunteer emergency preparedness training and continuity of operations according to federal requirements at 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have a shaken baby syndrome policy printed out for my daycare. Volunteer emergency preparedness training and continuity of operations will be added to the emergency plan.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked a plan that provides for accommodations of infants.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I just enrolled an infant and I added the accommodations for infants.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for household member #2 lacked a disclosure statement and a state police clearance.

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. Household Member #2 may not work at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I had household member #2's background checks completed immediately on the day of the inspection. I made the correction and it's in my files. A disclosure statement will be completed.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: In the front room on the table, there was a bottle of hand sanitizer labeled "Keep out of reach of children" that was accessible to children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I moved my hand sanitizer to a area for which children have no access to.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.73(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.73(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: In the front room, there was a first-aid kit on the table that was accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have a locked drawer I put my first-aid kit in.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: According to the fire drill log, a fire drill was not conducted at least once every 60 days on multiple occasions within the last year.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I corrected my drills and conduct them within 60 days.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: The evacuation routes were not posted in the basement and on the 2nd floor of the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I posted my evacuation routes upstairs and in my basement.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: According to the log, the operator did not manually test the smoke detectors in the facility at least once every 30 days on multiple occasions within the last year.

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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure my Smoke Detectors are working accurately and tested every 30 days.
2022-01-31 Renewal 3290.117(c) - Vet's certificate required Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.117(c)

Description: Vet's certificate required

Noncompliance Area: Proof of rabies immunization was missing for dog Riley.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Riley received his rabies shot.
2022-01-31 Renewal 3290.131(b)(2) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)

Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 contained a health assessment that was obtained more than 12 months ago.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will require the parent to bring in an updated health assessment form.
2022-01-31 Renewal 3290.22(b) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.22(b)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The facility had the old regulations posted and was lacking instructions for the parents on how to access the new regulations electronically.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have posted and explained to my parents the new regulations.
2022-01-31 Renewal 3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan is lacking accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic health conditions.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I updated my plan to include my daycare child that is a toddler and has medical issues.
2022-01-31 Renewal 3290.24(d) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(d)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not conduct an emergency drill.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I conducted an emergency drill on 2/22/22 and documented it.
2022-01-31 Renewal 3290.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained a volunteer state police clearance, then making the two state police clearances more than 60 months apart They are dated 10/19/15 and 1/31/22 The file for Staff #1 contained two mandated reporter trainings that were more than 60 months apart. They are dated 6/9/15 and 4/6/21

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider immediately obtained the correct state police clearance and therefor has all current clearances.

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