Little Hearts Learning Center
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About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed dirty toys/climber in the outside play space. observed climbers in poor repair in the toddler room and the infant room. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure all equipment is in good repair and throw out any that isnt. all equipment that was unrepairable was thrown away |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.102(g) - Hazardous toys and equipment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(g) Description: Hazardous toys and equipment Noncompliance Area: Observed a Bumbo in the infant room that has been recalled by the CPSC. The CPSC issued a repair (strap) for the Bumbo but the repair was not made. Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) [bumbo was immediately removed from the classroom] all equipment will be in good repair at all times. I will order a new strap for the bumbo chair and make sure that all is in good repair before it is put back out |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: Foam bumpers were observed on crib legs accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will not have objects less than 1 inch available to the children. I cut the foam off the bottom of the crib |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: Observed an unstable shelf in the PS room. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure furniture is safe and in good condition in the rooms where children play. I removed the shelves from the room and will replace with more sturdy ones |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: The linens in the toddler room used for resting lacks children's names. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure all cubbies [and blankets]where the blankets are kept are properly labeled. all cubbies were blankets and supplies go have been re labeled for less confusion |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(f) Description: 2 feet apart Noncompliance Area: Observed an infant sleeping in a crib without 2 feet of space is on three sides of the crib. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure not child is sleeping to close to another crib and they are 2 feet apart. cribs will be pulled out and made to have 2 feet of space between |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.119 - Infant sleep position | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.119 Description: Infant sleep position Noncompliance Area: Observed an infant sleeping in a bouncy chair in the infant room. Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) all children will be placed in their cribs when sleeping |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacks an updated health assessment. The last health assessment on file is dated 6/2023. 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure all children have physicals in their folders. to obtain updated files on the children, [health assessment will be obtained] |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contains a health assessment that was updated late. it was due 5/2025 and obtained 10/2025. 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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) make sure children has a physical in file |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(3) - Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(3) Description: Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacks updated immunizations 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 #2 is still enrolled in child care. Correction Required: 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure child has up to date physicals in their files. [child was dismissed from care until immunizations were obtained. parent brought the immunizations/health assessment the day after the inspection] |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.133(2) - Written instructions | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(2) Description: Written instructions Noncompliance Area: Observed a child's medication in the PS room without the written instructions that were provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Correction Required: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) medication will have written instructions from a doctor posted with the medication. [medication was thrown away or returned to parent] |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: Observed an expired epi pen in the PS room and in the toddler room. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) make sure no medication is expired. discarded any expired medications |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: The hands-free can in the infant room used for soiled diapers was broken. Toddlers are diapered at times in the toddler room where there isn't a hands-free covered can for the disposal of soiled diapers. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure their is a hands free disposal for diapers |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 lacks a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) all staff shall have appropriate health assessments in their file. I will make sure all staff has appropriate health assessments |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #2 and #5 lack a valid TB tests. The TB tests on file are over 12 months old at initial child care employment. The file for staff #3 lacks a TB test. Correction Required: 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) all staff must/will have tb test that are not expired |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4 lacks annual fire safety training. It was due 9/2025. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) training was completed late |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks clearances from the state of OH. The clearances were due 10/10/25. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff/Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until valid OH clearances are obtained and on file. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will obtain clearances from out of state when hiring staff. [staff #1 did not work with children until OH clearances were obtained]. |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 lacks verification of a HS diploma. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure that all staff has required paperwork in their file [HS diplomas] |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Observed hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children on a desk in the PS room. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure all hand sanitizers and toxic materials are not in the reach of children [toxic was made inaccessible] |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the PS room lacked gloves. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure all first aid kits contain necessary supplies [gloves were put in the kit] |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed exposed bolts on the fence at the far end of the playground. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure surfaces are safe in the outdoor play area. all bolts were cut and smoothed out no rough edges on all the areas of the fence all equipment will be clean and in good repair |
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| 2025-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(i) Description: Lidded waste receptacles Noncompliance Area: One bathroom used for children contained a waste can without a lid. Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure all garbage cans are equipped with a lid that is hands free [lids were placed on garbage cans] |
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| 2024-11-26 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(c) Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Noncompliance Area: RECITED from 10/3/24: The loose fill under the embedded equipment on the playground does not meet the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The sand under the climber does not measure 9 inches consistently under the climber. It measures various depths. The sand that was placed at a few random areas to meet the 10/3/24 citation does not meet CPSP compliance guidelines. Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The climber in the playground will not be in use until enough sand is replaced to meet the required safety standards as per state regulations. DHS will be notified prior to the children using the equipment when the sand is poured, and a barrier will be in place to restrict the area until then. |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(c) Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Noncompliance Area: The loose fill under the embedded equipment on the playground does not meet the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The sand under the climber does not measure 9 inches consistently under the climber. It measures various depths. Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) will make sure that play surfaces have enough loose fill at the landings. poured new sand at the landings of the climber to meet 9 inches |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: Observed one unlabeled baby bottle in the infant room. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) when parents bring in new bottles they will be labeled. bottle was labeled. |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4 contains a TB test that was obtained after the start of initial child care service. the test was due 11/23/23 and obtained 12/11/23. Correction Required: 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) make sure that all staff has the proper documentation in their folders. staff will have TB tests at initial employment. |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # lacks one non-family reference letter. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) make sure that staff has the proper documentation in their folder. staff obtained another reference letter. |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The sheets on several of the mattresses in the cribs were loose in the infant room. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) i will make sure that all sheets are snug to the mattress in the cribs in the infant room. sheets were adjusted on 10/3/24. |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks 7.5 hours of the 12 hours of annual child care training for the 8/2023-8/2024 time period. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) make sure staff has the proper documentation in their folder. staff completed training. |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 lacks a high school diploma. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) staff shall have the correct verification in their folder |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed a nail protruding from the doorway to the toddler room. Observed a protruding screw behind the toilet in the restroom used by the children. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) we maintain safety on surfaces in the center. banged in the nail to make flush to the surface so it wasnt sticking out |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: Observed one damaged corner in the preschool room. the plaster was damaged. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) will keep classroom in good repair no peeling paint on walls or surfaces |
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| 2024-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(i) Description: Lidded waste receptacles Noncompliance Area: One waste can in the restroom used by the children lacked a lid. Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) will replace lids when broken. replaced damaged lids on the receptacle |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed the straps in the toddler seats at the toddler table to be dirty. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) will make sure straps are in good repair and clean in the future |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator in the preschool classroom lacked 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) have a thermometer at all times in the refrigerator |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacks a current health assessment. The health assessment was due 1/2023. 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) obtained child #1s physical. make sure childs files are up to date |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.182(1) - Immunization record/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.182(1) Description: Immunization record/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacks verification of the flu vaccine for the 2022 year. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) obtained flu vaccine for child #1. check for flu vaccinations |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(3)/3270.182(1) - Dismissal policy /Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(3)/3270.182(1) Description: Dismissal policy /Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The facility did not 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) for child #1 who lacks verification of a flu vaccination. Correction Required: 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). A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) dismiss child #1 until flu vaccine is obtained. put in proper notification when a parents refuses flu vaccines |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.133(2) - Written instructions | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(2) Description: Written instructions Noncompliance Area: Observed an albuterol inhaler in the preschool classroom medication box without written instructions that were provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Correction Required: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) had parent send in information with medication |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1lacks an updated health assessment. The health assessment was due to be renewed on 6/32/23. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) obtained health assessment for staff #1. staff shall have updated physical every two years |
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| 2023-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and cpr. The training was due 9/5/23 and was completed 9/24/23. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) will make sure staff completes paperwork on time |
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| 2023-09-25 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised on 9/25/23. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety update training. 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 will complete the health and safety update. Staff #1 will be supervised by an AGS until the training is completed. All other staff have completed their training. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety update training that was due 12/2022. Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within the designated time frame determined by DHS. Staff person #1 will have until 11/22/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 will complete the health and safety update and will be supervised by an AGS until it is done. |
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| 2023-03-23 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.166(1) - Written statement | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(1) Description: Written statement Noncompliance Area: The facility did not obtain an UPDATED written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for child #1 from the parent when the child's formula schedule changed. Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) From now on, we will be sure to update a child's infant feeding plan anytime it changes and date that change and have the parent sign it. Child #1 is no longer in care at this time. |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed one damaged lego toy bin in the toddler space and torn rest mats in the toddler space. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) NO PLAY EQUIPMENT IN POOR REPAIR SHALL BE USED BY CHILDREN. REPLACED THE THE BIN WITH ANOTHER |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(c) Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Noncompliance Area: The outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting was not mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The fill (sand) that was under the embedded equipment was not loose. The fill was compacted down. Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) OUTDOOR SPACE MUST CONTAIN LOOSE FILL TO PROTECT THE SURFACE COVERING. UNTIL WEATHER IS PERMITTING AND I WILL PUT SAND DOWN AND NO CHILDREN WILL USE THE PLAYGROUND UNTIL THEN. |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacks an updated health assessment. The last health assessement on file is dated 1/2022. Child #1 is a young toddler. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) CHILD FILES MUST CONTAIN UPDATED PHYSICAL. PARENT HAD THE DOCTOR FILL IT OUT AND UPDATE IT |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks a current health assessment. The health assessment was due 1/13/22. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF SHALL MAINTAIN / WILL OBTAIN CURRENT PHYSICALS |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #7 contains a TB test that is too old and exceeded 12 months at hire. Correction Required: 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) ALL STAFF SHALL MAINTAIN/OBTAIN UPDATED PHYSICALS/ TB TESTS IN FILE |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3) - Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3) Description: Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file dated 1/19/22 for staff #7 lacks the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) ALL STAFF WIL HAVE A PHYSICAL ON FILE ON THE PROPER STAFF HEALTH ASSESSMENT PAPER. STAFF WILL GET PHYSICALS FILED OUT ON STAFF HEALTH ASSESSMENT PAPER |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) THE EMERGENCY PLAN SHALL INCLUDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS TODDLERS AND CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contains emergency plan training that was obtained/renewed late. The training was due 9/2022 and was done 10/2022. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF SHALL HAVE EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINIING AT TIME OF HIRE AND YEARLY AFTER THAT |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 contains fire safety training that was obtained late. The training was due 9/2022 and was obtained 10/2022. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF SHALL HAVE FIRESAFETY TRAINING YEARLY |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1, #5 and #8 contain mandated reporter training that was updated or obtained initially late. Staff #1 was due 5/2022 and obtained 9/2022, staff #5 was due 1/2022 and obtained 10/2022, staff #8 was due 4/2022 and obtained 10/2022. The trainings on file are now current and valid. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) ALL MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING WILL BE DONE WHEN DUE |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The following clearances were renewed late: staff #1 - criminal and child abuse; staff #4 - FBI. The clearances that are currently on file are valid. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) ALL STAFF SHALL HAVE COPY OF CLEARANCES THAT ARE VALID |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks a valid FBI clearance. The FBI clearance that is on file is a Department of Education FBI clearance and isn't accepted by the Department of Human Services. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid FBI clearance is on file. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF SHALL HAVE FBI CLEARANCES THAT ARE NOT DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #7 contains the receipt dated 1/10/19 with a NO RECORD status for the criminal record, however not the criminal clearance certificate. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 7 may not work in a child care position at the facility until the criminal clearance certificate is on file. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF SHALL HAVE THE RECEIPT OF FINGERPRINTING FOR FBI |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #8 lacks verification or 2 years of experience with children to qualify the staff as an AGS. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF SHALL HAVE HOURS OF EXPERIENCE TO WORK WITH CHILDREN |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #6 lacks verification of a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF SHALL SHOW PROOF OF HIGH SCHOOL IN THEIR FILE. ALL STAFF SHALL MAINTAIN VERIFICATION OF SCHOOLING |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed exposed bolts on the fencing in the outdoor play space. The fencing is newly installed. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) ALL SURFACES SHALL BE FREE OF VISABLE HAZARDS. I WILL CAULK ALL BOLTS TO MAKE IT SAFE |
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| 2022-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: Observed damaged plaster on the 1/2 wall between the infant care space and the infant nap space in the infant area. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) DAMAGED PLASTER WILL BE IN REPAIR FROM NOW ON. COVERED THE VISABLE PEELING PLASTER AND WILL MAINTAIN IN THE FUTURE |
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| 2022-03-29 | Incident Investigation | 3270.62(c)/3270.76 - Space safe for large muscle activity/Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.62(c)/3270.76 Description: Space safe for large muscle activity/Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: According to documentation provided by the facility, child #1 ran into a broken metal fence pole in the outdoor playground. The metal pole at the top of the fence had come apart and was protruding into the playground causing a physical hazard. Correction Required: Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The top of the fence/pole was immediately repaired. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: Observed one pack n play that was used for rest equipment and was not labeled for the use of a specific 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The pack n play was immediately labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: The PS room and Toddler rooms lacked posted daily schedules. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The written plan of daily activities was immediately posted in the group space. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4 lacks a current health assessment. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #4 will obtain a current health assessment. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 contains a TB test that was obtained late (after initial service in the child care setting). Correction Required: 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.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) From now on, staff will obtain TB tests timely. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The link for the regulations was immediately posted. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan/Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan/Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. 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.The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility's emergency plan now provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: Staff #2 and #5 lack current first aid and cpr training. Correction Required: Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) First aid and CPR will be obtained for staff #2 and #5. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contains mandated reporter training that was renewed late. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) From now on, staff will obtain mandated reporter training timely. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #3 and #6 lack a valid/current FBI 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 the criminal history record, the FBI clearance, NSOR certificate, and child abuse registry clearance information as required under the CPSL. Facility Persons #3 and #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility until valid FBI clearances are on file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #3 and #6 will obtain valid FBI clearances. Staff #3 and #6 will not be caregivers or at the facility until valid FBI clearances are on file. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #5 contains clearances that were renewed late (child abuse, FBI). Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include the criminal history record, the FBI clearance, the NSOR certificate, child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement as required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) From now on, clearances will be updated timely. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 contains an evaluation that was conducted late. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) From now on, evaluations will be conducted timely. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #6 lacks verification of a high school diploma. Correction Required: An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #6 will obtain verification of a high school diploma. |
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| 2021-10-25 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: The facility has been testing their fire detection system monthly, however the test between 9/2021 and 10/2021 exceeded 30 days. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Monthly fire detection system testing will not exceed 30 days. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: One crib was in use as rest equipment and did not have 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the crib. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The crib was immediately adjusted to assure adequate spacing. Rest equipment spacing will be monitored in the future. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 and #2 lack valid health assessments. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will obtain current health assessments now and in the future. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks one non-family reference. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 will obtain a non-family reference. in the future, staff files will contain 2 non-family references. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The battery in the smoke detector in the infant room was not properly working. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The battery was immediately replaced. From now on, smoke detectors will be adequately working. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1lacks a valid FBI clearance. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid FBI clearance is on file. A facility person's record shall include the criminal history record, the FBI clearance,the child abuse registry clearance information, and a copy of the disclosure statement as required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 will be removed from child care until a valid FBI clearance is on file. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks an annual evaluation. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Now and in the future, evaluations will be done annually. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks verification of education and experience to qualify her as an AGS. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 will obtain the necessary documentation to verify her AGS qualifications. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed Lysol in a storage area that was accessible to children. Observed sunscreen accessible to children in the cubbie area in the hall. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Toxics were made inaccessible and will be monitored for accessibility. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.66(c) - Toxic use- no contamination | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed cleaning products on the kitchen counter in the infant area where food items are present. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cleaners were moved to another location and will not be present in food preparation areas in the future. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed bingo dobbers that were children's use that were labeled "keep out of reach of children." Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bingo dobbers will no longer be used for the children. Bingo dobbers will be non-toxic in the future. |
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| 2019-10-22 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed the edges of the new ledge in the preschool room to be sharp. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The edges will be rounded and monitored. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed several damaged and cracked plastic sand toys on the playground. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The damaged toys were thrown away today. From now on, the toys will be monitored to assure that broken toys are thrown away. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an infant sleeping in a crib without 2 feet of space on all 3 sides in the infant room. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cribs were immediately repositioned to allow children at least 2 feet of space on 3 sides while in use. Crib spacing will be monitored when cribs are in use. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The infant diapering area lacked a hands-free lidded waste can for soiled diapers. The waste can that was being used was not hands-free. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility will purchase and maintain hands-free waste cans for diapering. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacked proof of the FBI fingerprinting prior to being a caregiver. The FBI clearance that is on file is currently valid. 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, the FBI fingerprint proof, child abuse registry clearance information, and a copy of the disclosure statement if provisionally hired. In addition, copies of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL and disclosure shall be maintained in the staff file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) From now on, all CPSL provisional hire procedure will be followed. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.35(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Bachelor's/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 lacks verification of her education to qualify her as a group supervisor. (Master's degree in Education). Correction Required: A group supervisor shall have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility will obtain the necessary documents pertaining to staff #2. From now on, staff files will contain appropriate verification of education for staff. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the preschool room lacked gloves. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Gloves were immediately placed in the first aid kit. Gloves will be maintained in first aid kits. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The boys' restroom lacked handwashing signs at the toilets. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Signs were placed at the toilets and will remain in place. |
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| 2017-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed 3 torn rest mats in the toddler room. one damaged riding toy in the outdoor play space. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The torn mats were thrown away. Rest mats will be monitored to assure that they are in good condition. Mats are being regularly replaced. The riding toy was thrown away. All toys will be monitored to assure that they are in good condition. |
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| 2017-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for child #1 and #2 lack updated health assessments. Child #1 and #2 are both young toddlers. The health assessments that are on file are over 6 months old. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Current health assessments for child #1 and #2 will be obtained. In the future, health assessments will be obtained for children timely. |
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| 2017-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks an attachment for the FBI clearance. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until all necessary clearance documents are on file. A facility person's record shall include a copy of the criminal history record, the complete FBI clearance, child abuse registry clearance information, and a copy of the disclosure statement if relevant as required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The attachment was previously in the file and must have been misplaced. The attachment will be located and returned to the file. If it cannot be located, a new clearance will be obtained. Until a complete clearance is on file, staff #1 will be removed from the child care setting. |
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| 2017-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.62(c)/3270.102(a) - Space safe for large muscle activity/Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an area of the fence surrounding the outdoor play space to be in poor repair. One area/side is curling toward the play space exposing sharp pieces on the bottom of the fence. Correction Required: Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity. Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fence will be repaired. In the meantime, the children will not use that area of the large muscle space. The fence will be ongoingly monitored to assure that it is safe and in good condition. |
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| 2017-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed one spray bottle of a cleaning product in the preschool room that lacked a label indicating its contents. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottle was labeled with its contents today. All cleaning products will be monitored to assure that they are labeled appropriately. |
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| 2017-04-05 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 3/20/17, at approximately 11:30am, staff #1 left the infant room to use the restroom for a very brief moment of time. The infant room had 7 infants in care at that time and needed to have 2 caregivers. The infant room was left with 7 infants and one caregiver for that brief moment. Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. The required ratio must be maintained at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) From this date forward, we will assure that Faith or another staff will cover in a classroom to maintain ratio whenever a staff needs to use the restroom. |
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