Little Legends Child Care Llc

Regulation: 3270.101(a)

Description: Age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: Observed the play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children were not provided in a sufficient amount and variety. The toys had been removed from the classroom for cleaning and were not replaced for the children 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.

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: Observed rest mats which were torn at the seams, exposing the foam inside.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: The school age classroom did not include a written plan of daily activities.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #4 was not signed by the operator.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 and #3 included child service reports (CSR) with information to the family about the child's growth and development which was not completed at least once every 6 months. The file for child #1 included a CSR dated 08/13/2025 and a CSR which was not dated. Based on the child's enrollment date (see LIS code sheet), the child should have had a minimum of 3 CSR's on file. The files for child #3 included a CSR dated 02/11/2025 was not completed within 6 months of initial enrollment (see LIS code sheet) and a current CSR dated 06/30/2025.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care prior to admission (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #4 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #1 was not updated by a parent at least once every 6 months since enrollment (see LIS code sheet). The most recent review of the emergency contact information was dated 10/04/2024 with no previous or subsequent reviews documented. The financial agreement for child #1 was last reviewed by a parent on 06/04/2024 with no subsequent reviews documented. The financial agreement for child #2 was last reviewed on 10/01/2024 with no subsequent reviews documented. The emergency contact information and financial agreement for child #3 did not have documentation of an update or review by a parent at least once every 6 months since enrollment (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 did not include an updated health report at least once every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The most recent health report on file was dated 02/05/2024 with no subsequent health report on file. The file for child #2 included a health report which was not updated within 12 months of the previous health assessment for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The current health report on file was dated 12/02/2024 with the previous health report dated 10/02/2023.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The health report on file for child #3 did not include 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.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 included a health assessment which was not updated at least once every 24 months. The current health report was dated 09/2025 the previous health assessment was dated 01/23/2023.

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: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. Documentation of the notification was last completed on 12/21/2023, the operator was unable to verify a subsequent letter was sent.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 did not include signed parent consent for the administration of minor first-aid procedures prior to admission (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: 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: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 did not maintain verification of education following the outset of service at the facility; the operator was unable to locate the documentation at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not have documentation in writing of an annual review of the emergency plan. An update of the emergency plan was last documented on 04/07/2023. At the time of the inspection, the operator was unable to locate the most recent documentation of a review and update of the emergency plan.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training between 07/2024 - 07/2025.

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

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The director did not ensure a written evaluation was completed for staff person #2 and #3 at least once every 12 months since their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

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: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Observed electrical outlets in the Preschool classroom which did not have protective receptacle covers which were accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.

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

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed a sliding closet door on the closet in the hallway leading to the outdoor play space which was off the track and leaning in the closet.

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: Observed peeling paint on the windowsills in the school-age classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: Observed the bathroom located in the front hallway did not include a lidded waste receptacle.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 and #4 did not include a Child Service Report (CSR) providing information to the family about the child's growth and development within 6 months of initial enrollment (see LIS code sheet); a CSR was not completed. The file for child #2 and #5 included a Child Service Report which was not dated to ensure it was completed within 6 months of initial enrollment (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: The health report for child #2 was not updated at least once every 6 months for an infant or young toddler (see LIS code sheet). The most recent health report was dated 02/06/2024 with no subsequent health report on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The health report on file for child #5 did not include 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.

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 4th dose of PCV13, an MMR and a Varicella immunization. The file for child #2 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 3rd dose of HepB, a 2nd dose of Rotavirus, a 2nd, 3rd & 4th of DTap, a 3rd dose of Hib, a 3rd & 4th dose of PCV13, a 3rd dose of Polio, an MMR and a Varicella immunization.

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.

Regulation: 3270.14

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 09/20/2019. *Corrected on the date of the inspection.

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: 3270.163(a)(4)

Description: Grain

Noncompliance Area: Lunch served at the facility did not include at least one grain. The lunch served included Chicken Nuggets, French Fries, Applesauce and Milk.

Correction Required: A lunch or dinner prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall include at least one grain.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: An emergency drill has not been conducted annually or documented and on file at the facility.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not keep on file documentation of emergency plan training for staff person #1 and #2 with the date of each training and the names of the facility persons who received the training.

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: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 included a state police clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The most recent clearance on file was completed on 06/13/2019. The file for staff person #2 included a child abuse clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The most recent clearance on file was completed on 05/01/2019. *Corrected at the time of the inspection. The file for staff person #2 included Mandated Reporter training which was not updated within 60 months of the previous training. The most recent training on file was completed on 05/20/2019.

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.

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: The Toddler 2 classroom did not have a first aid kit.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit located in the Preschool and the School age classroom did not include nonporous gloves. The first aid kit located in the Toddler 1 classroom did not have tape.

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: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: Continued noncompliance, previously cited on 08/19/2024. The director or designated staff person did not ensure a manual test of the fire detection system was completed at least once every 30 days. A test exceeded 30 days on the following dates: 08/19/2024 - 09/19/2024.

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: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Observed a small square game piece and an eraser which were under 1" in size in the preschool classroom which was accessible to young and older toddlers receiving care in the space. Observed latex gloves in an unlocked drawer located in the bathroom between the toddler and school-age classroom which were accessible to young and older toddlers.

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.

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: Observed a folding metal chair on the floor of the school-age classroom which was broken.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: Observed the rest equipment in the toddler and preschool classrooms were not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Upon arrival to the facility, staff person #1 and #2 were unable to identify the children they were responsible for in the preschool classroom. Staff person #1 and #2 did not have assigned groups and identified 9 out of the 10 children present in the classroom. Observed a preschool age child wander into the preschool classroom and into the office while staff person #1 had a group of preschool and school-age children washing their hands in the hallway bathroom. Observed a second preschool age child wander into the preschool classroom. Staff person #1 was unable to supervise the children from their location in the hallway. Observed an older toddler in the toddler classroom unsupervised while staff person #3 had a group of young and older toddlers in the bathroom washing their hands.

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: 3270.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: Observed a variety of diaper creams, including Buttpaste and Aquaphor ointment, which were stored in an unlocked drawer in the bathroom located between the toddler and school-age classroom which were accessible to children.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Regulation: 3270.134(b)/3270.134(c)

Description: Towels labeled and laundered/Paper towels discarded

Noncompliance Area: Observed the bathroom in hallway next to the preschool classroom did not have cloth towels or paper towels for drying hands after handwashing.

Correction Required: Cloth towels and washcloths shall be labeled with the child's name, used by only the named child and laundered weekly. The director shall arrange a laundry schedule with the parent. Paper towels may be used as towels and washcloths. Paper towels shall be discarded after each use.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 did not include a health assessment prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (see LIS code sheet).

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(c)

Description: Food served discarded

Noncompliance Area: Observed a bottle lying on the floor in the toddler classroom which had previously been served, the contents remaining in the bottle were not discarded when finished.

Correction Required: Food that has been previously served to a person or returned from a table shall be discarded.

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: Observed a bottle in the toddler classroom which was not labeled with the child's name.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience and education prior to service at the facility (see LIS code sheet).

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 file for staff person #2 included a second written, nonfamily reference which did not attest 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(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures did not include information regarding accommodations will be made for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions or a statement that emergency drills will be conducted annually.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 did not include complete provisional hire documentation prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet). The file lacked a signed disclosure statement and documentation of a request for the NSOR clearance and a child abuse clearance at initial hire. The file included a child abuse clearance dated 08/02/2024 and NSOR clearance dated 08/13/2024. The state police clearance dated 05/14/2024 and FBI clearance dated 05/13/2024 were on file prior to their initial start date.

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.

Regulation: 3270.52/3270.113(a)(2)

Description: Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises

Noncompliance Area: Observed a mixed age group of 2 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers, 5 preschoolers and 1 school age child in the preschool classroom which exceeded the maximum group size of 1:5 young toddlers. When asked to identify the children each staff person was responsible; staff person #1 stated that they (staff person #1 and #2) were caring for the group together and the children were not assigned to a specific staff person for supervision.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.

Regulation: 3270.61(g)

Description: Preschool - no napping/play are

Noncompliance Area: Observed a child sleeping on a rest mat in the preschool classroom while preschool and school-age children were involved in small muscle activities in the same group space.

Correction Required: Preschool and school-age children may not be involved in small or large muscle activity in the same group space in which children are sleeping or resting.

Regulation: 3270.61(h)/3270.61(h)(2)(iii)

Description: Exceeding Capacity/Space may not be occupied by infant or young toddler

Noncompliance Area: Observed a group of 2 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers, 5 preschoolers and 1 school age child receiving care in the preschool classroom which has a maximum capacity of 9 children.

Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded. When the number of older toddler, preschool or school-age children participating in a program activity exceeds the capacity of the child care space the space may not be occupied by children of the infant or young toddler age levels.

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Observed an electrical outlet in the preschool room which lacked a protective receptacle cover and was accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Observed a bottle of Saline nasal spray and a tube of toothpaste labeled "Keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked drawer in the bathroom located between the toddler and school age classrooms. Observed a bottle of sanitizer spray on top of the changing table in the bathroom located between the toddler and school age classrooms. Observed disinfectant spray on the sink counter in the bathroom located between the toddler and school age classrooms. Observed Lysol spray, Glade air freshener, and comet on a ledge in the preschool classroom which was accessible to school-age children receiving care in the classroom.

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: Observed the doorknob was missing from the door leading from the toddler classroom into the bathroom.

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: Observed peeling paint on the baseboard trim throughout the classrooms in the child care facility.

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

Regulation: 3270.82(h)/3270.134(a)

Description: Handwashing signs/Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff person #3 use wet wipes on the younger and older toddlers in the toddler classroom in lieu of handwashing prior to eating lunch.

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. A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: The director did not ensure a fire drill was conducted at least once every 60 days. The most recent fire drill was documented on 05/03/2024 with no subsequent fire drills documented.

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(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The director did not ensure a manual test of the fire detection system was completed at least once every 30 days. The most recent test was documented on 05/03/2024 with no subsequent tests documented.

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: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Observed plastic bags in a low cabinet drawer in the bathroom used by children which were accessible to the older toddlers in care.

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.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #1 and #2 did not include the fee to be charged per day or week or the date in which the fee is to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #1 and #2 did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #2 did not specify the date of the child's admission.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

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

Noncompliance Area: The original agreement for child #1 was not provided to the parent. The original was maintained in the child's file instead of a copy.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the complete home and work addresses of the enrolling parent or the work telephone number. The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the work address or 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.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #2 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: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information was not present in the child care space for the children receiving care in the space.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was displayed conspicuously in every classroom; the plan was posted in the front entrance of the facility.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for staff person #2 was an Outpatient Visit Summary dated 10/25/2023 which did not include the results of a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #3 did not include a health assessment with the results of a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment (see LIS code sheet).

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: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the programs' use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Regulation: 3270.171(c)

Description: Safe routes posted

Noncompliance Area: A written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location at the child care facility.

Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

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 file for child #1 & #2 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or for the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission.

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: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for facility person #3 did not include 2 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: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in Chapter 3270 Child Care Centers and with instructions for contacting the Central Regional Child Care Office.

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.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 included an FBI clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance; the most recent FBI clearance was dated 06/29/2018. The file for facility person #3, did not include the results of a PA State Police or Child Abuse Clearance prior to their first day working at the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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.

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Observed actively peeling paint on the window trim located in the preschool classroom, on the door frame located in the Toddler 1 classroom, and on the window trim located in the school age classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not maintain proof of purchase of the interconnected fire detection system. The director did not ensure a test of the fire detection system was completed at least once every 30 days. The first test of the fire detection system was completed on the date of the inspection.

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.

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator located in the kitchen did not have an operating 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: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility emergency plan did not include a plan for the continuity of operations.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility. The information was left blank in the Emergency Plan document.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not ensure staff person #1 received training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.

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(h)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 did not include the following training as required in 3270.31(f)(1-10): Get Started with Center Based Care- Revised 2022

Correction Required: All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 did not include a signed disclosure statement as required by 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.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed the porch area in the back of the building, which will be designated as outdoor play space for toddlers, did not have a gate to prevent children from accessing the steps that lead to the playground. The concrete at the corner of the porch was damaged creating a large hole in the base, there was a pile of rocks/gravel/broken concrete at the opening of the hole. Observed a pen, small rocks, a plastic bag, broken splintering wood, loose sticks, tall weeds, a broken ball, bird feathers, chair wheels, broken glass and plastic pieces in the play space. There were bolts in the corners of the fence and at the gates which were protruding into the play space. Observed the windows had cobwebs and dirt & debris that needed to be cleaned.

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.