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Family Child Care ✓ Licensed

Lois Knadler

Tamaqua, PA · Schuylkill County
Russell St, Tamaqua, PA 18252
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Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (570) 778-2946
Russell St
Tamaqua, PA 18252
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00252931
License Issued
Jun 18, 2026
Active Through
Jun 18, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 13

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LOIS KNADLER is a Family Child Care in TAMAQUA PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-05 Renewal 3280.94(a)(1)/3280.95(a) - Every 60 days/FIRE DETECTION Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.94(a)(1)/3280.95(a)

Description: Every 60 days/FIRE DETECTION

Noncompliance Area: During the Renewal Inspection on 3/5/2026, the fire drill and fire detection log was up to date with the requirements. However, the log showed the following lapses in the requirements during the previous 12 months: Fire drill was conducted on 5/14/2025 then not again until 7/16/2025 and the fire alarm system was manually tested on 10/9/2025 then not again until 11/13/2025.

Correction Required: Fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. 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 fire alarm system must be manually tested at least once every 30 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
These were already corrected prior to the inspection.
2025-03-26 Renewal 3280.131(a) - Health Information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(a)

Description: Health Information

Noncompliance Area: On 3/26/2025, Child #1 had an initial health report on file as of 10/2/2024. However, this was more than 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility. See LIS code sheet.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was corrected on 10/2/2024.
2025-03-26 Renewal 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: On 3/26/2025, two electrical outlets in the childcare room accessible to the children were missing protective receptacle covers. There were also two electrical power strips that did not have protective receptacle covers in the outlets.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The power strips were removed from the childcare. Protective receptacle covers were placed in the two outlets that were missing them.
2025-03-26 Renewal 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On 3/26/2025, peeling paint was observed in several areas on the bottom part of the house outside in the outdoor play area.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The areas outside where paint is peeling will be repainted.
2024-03-05 Renewal 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: Child service reports have not been completed every 6 months for child #1 & 2.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child service reports will be completed for all children every 6 months.
2024-03-05 Renewal 3280.26(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Operator is missing proof that a copy of the emergency plan was submitted to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I submitted a copy of the emergency plan to the county emergency management agency.
2024-03-05 Renewal 3280.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: The emergency telephone numbers are not posted in the facility.

Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency numbers are posted.
2024-03-05 Renewal 3280.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Fire drills have not been conducted every 60 days, date of last fire drill was 10/31/23.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A fire drill was conducted and logged.
2024-03-05 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Fire system checks have not been completed every 30 days, date of last system check was 12/15/23.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire system check was conducted at the time of inspection and logged.
2023-12-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: Child #3 is missing the date of the child's admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child's date of admission was added to the agreement.
2023-12-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Child #4 is missing the parents work address and telephone number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have parents provide work information including place of employment, address and telephone number.
2023-12-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 is missing the addresses of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have parents provide the release person's address.
2023-12-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: Child #1, 3, & 4 are missing updated emergency contact and agreements.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents will review and or update emergency contact and agreement forms.
2023-12-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Operator does not have a plan to address continuity of operations.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provide necessary information to have the plan of action in place to continue care.
2023-12-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.182(1) - Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.182(1)

Description: Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 is missing an initial health assessment and immunizations.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have parent obtain the health assessment and immunizations.
2023-12-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.182(3)/3280.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 is missing signed parental consent for emergency medical and minor first aid.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will contact parent and get signatures for emergency medical and minor first aid.
2023-03-24 Renewal 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 is missing the phone number of the child's physician.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will add the physician's phone number.
2023-03-24 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 is missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will add the address of the individual that is designated for pick up.
2023-03-24 Renewal 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e) - Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)

Description: Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 does not have a current flu vaccine for 2022, date of last flu vaccine 11/3/21. Child #2 does not have a current flu vaccine for 2022.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents of the children handed in notes stating their children will not receive flu shots.
2023-03-24 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 & 2 have not completed the health and safety training update.

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. Staff 1 & 2 have until 4/8/23 to complete the 1 hour health and safety training update.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will complete the health and safety training update.
2022-08-16 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.95(b) - Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(b)

Description: Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: During the record review it was observed that the interconnect fire system was tested on 5/1/22 and then again on 6/1/22 which is a span of 31 days. Fire system was tested on 7/1/22 and then again on 8/1/22 which is a span of 31 days which exceeds the requirement of testing every 30 days.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator test the fire system at the time of inspection. Operator will ensure the system is checked every 30 days rather than every month.
2022-03-21 Renewal 3280.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 is missing the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will fill form out completely to include persons to whom the child may be released.
2022-03-21 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 is missing the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will fill complete the form and include work and home address and phone numbers.
2022-03-21 Renewal 3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 is missing an updated health assessment.

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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent made an appointment for the child to receive an updated health assessment.
2022-03-21 Renewal 3280.151(c)(2)/3280.192(3) - Mantoux TB /Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(c)(2)/3280.192(3)

Description: Mantoux TB /Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 does not have a tuberculosis screening on file.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person has an appointment to receive a TB screening.
2022-03-21 Renewal 3280.31(f)/3280.31(h) - Age and training/Completion of professional development Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)/3280.31(h)

Description: Age and training/Completion of professional development

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's date of hire 12/23/20. Staff person #1 has not completed the required health and safety professional development training within 90 days of hire.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person will complete the health and safety training.
2020-05-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The PA Criminal and Child Abuse Clearances for employment are currently on file for facility person #1. Facility person #1 has an FBI clearance on file that was obtained through the Department of Education and not DHS. The date of hire is listed as 2/1/20 and an FBI clearance that has been obtained through DHS has not been received.

Correction Required: LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until an FBI clearance has been obtained through DHS and a copy has been provided to OCDEL for verification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility person #1 has not worked at the facility since the renewal inspection. Facility person #1 will not be able to return to work until an FBI clearance has been received from the Department of Human Services and a copy has been sent to OCDEL.
2020-03-16 Renewal 3280.115(a)(3) - Above-ground pool inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The ladder to the above ground swimming pool is locked and in an upright position but there is a gap between the ladder and the fencing that is large enough for a child to fit in between allowing possible access to the pool and the pool is less than 4 feet high in certain areas due to the uneven landscape

Correction Required: An aboveground swimming pool which is not in use must be made inaccessible to children in accordance with the swimming pool barrier guidelines of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will use bungee cords to create a barrier between the gap and the fencing and will make sure barriers are at least 4 feet high
2020-03-16 Renewal 3280.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 does not have verification of education on file to verify she is qualified to be a primary staff person

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have facility person #1 provide a copy of her high school diploma or a letter verifying her education to place on file. Will make sure to have this information for future staff.
2020-03-16 Renewal 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 is a staff person and has PA Criminal and Child Abuse Clearances on file for a volunteer and not employment. Facility person #1 has an FBI clearance on file that was obtained through the Department of Education and not DHS. Her date of hire is listed as 2/1/20.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility person #1 will be removed from child care service until all required clearances are on file. Will make sure to have copies of criminal and child abuse clearances for employment and an FBI clearance obtained from DHS prior to working as a staff person. They will also have an NSOR on file. Will send copies of new clearances to OCDEL.
2020-03-16 Renewal 3280.94(f) - Post evacuation routes Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The evacuation plan is not posted at the facility

Correction Required: Evacuation routes shall be posted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The evacuation plan will be posted at the facility where it can be seen and will remain posted
2019-03-15 Renewal 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There is a pair of rubber gloves located under the sink in an unlocked bathroom cabinet

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The rubber gloves were moved to a top shelf of cabinet so that they are out of reach of children. Will keep these items out of reach.
2019-03-15 Renewal 3280.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child file #3 does not have the release persons listed on the fee agreement

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have parent list the release persons on the fee agreement. Will make sure the release persons are listed on all fee agreements.
2019-03-15 Renewal 3280.131(b)(1)/3280.131(b)(2) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 is an infant and does not have a health assessment that was conducted within the last 6 months. Child #2 is an older toddler and does not have a health assessment on file that was conducted within the last year.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddlerThe operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have parents have current health assessments completed. Will make sure health assessments are completed on time.
2019-03-15 Renewal 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There is an outlet cover missing near the closet by the sofa

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The plug cover was replaced. Will make sure to replace plug covers when removed to vacuum.
2019-02-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There are plastic bags located in the unlocked cabinet under the bathroom cabinet

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will remove the plastic bags and place in a locked cabinet. Will keep plastic bags out of reach of children.
2019-02-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 does not have a child service report on file that was completed within 6 months

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new child service report was completed and the parent signed a copy. Will make sure child service reports are completed every 6 months.
2019-02-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child file #1 does not have an emergency contact form or fee agreement on file that has been updated within the last six months

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have the parent of child #1 update the emergency contact form and fee agreement. Will make sure these forms are updated every six months.
2019-02-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.26(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Plan is not posted at facility

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immediately posted the Emergency Plan. Forgot to put back up after updating. Will keep plan posted.
2018-03-22 Renewal 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There are paper clips and rubber bands accessible to children under three years old in an unlocked drawer of the wooden cabinet

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The paper clips and rubber bands were moved to another area that the children cannot reach. Will keep these items out of reach of children
2018-03-22 Renewal 3280.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The release persons are missing on the fee agreement for child #5

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will make sure parents put the names of release persons on the fee agreements
2018-03-22 Renewal 3280.124(b)(6)/3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information/Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child file #5 is missing the health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form. Child file #6 is missing the parent's work address and phone number on the form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have parents add the health insurance policy numbers and the parent's work address and phone number to forms
2018-03-22 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child files 1,5 and 6 do not have the addresses of the release persons on the emergency contact forms

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have the parents add the release persons addresses to the emergency contact forms
2018-03-22 Renewal 3280.131(b)(1)/3280.131(b)(2) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child files #1,2, 5 and 6 do not have updated health assessments on file

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddlerThe operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will make sure parents bring in current health assessments. Will make sure to keep health assessments current .
2018-03-22 Renewal 3280.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the past year some fire drills were held more than 60 days apart

Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Staff persons, volunteers and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill and shall exit the facility, weather permitting.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will keep a schedule to make sure fire drills are held at least every 60 days
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.102(c)/3280.102(e) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing /Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: MULCH UNDER EMBEDDED SWINGS MEASURED 4.5'- 5 INICHES DEEP WHIC IS LESS THAN THE REQUIRED 9'.

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.Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATOR WILL REMOVE SWINGS FROM THE FRAME AND PLACE A TARP OVER THE MULCH FOR THE TIME BEING. IN THE FUTURE, OPERATOR WILL REPLACE MULCH WITH THE REQUIRED DEPTH OF SAND OR REMOVE THE SWINGSET COMPLETELY.
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.104 - High Chairs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: HIGH CHAIR HAS A T-STRAP BUT CHILD WAS NOT BUCKLED IN.

Correction Required: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATRO WILL REVIEW WITH STAFF THAT CHILDREN MUST BE BUCKLED INTO HIGH CHAIR AT ALL TIMES.
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: CHILD #1 HAS A CHILD SERVICE REPORT ON FILE DATED 10/2015. IT HAS NOT BEEN UPDATED IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department`s approved form to provide information to the family about the child`s growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATOR WILL LOCATE CURRENT CHILD SERVICE REPORT FOR CHILD #1 OR WILL COMPLETE A NEW CHILD SERVICE REPORT AND PLACE IN THE FILE. OPERATOR WILL MAKE SURE THAT ALL CHILDREN HAVE AN UPDATED CHILD SERVICE REPORT ON FILE EVERY 6 MONTHS.
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: CHILD #2 DOES NOT HAVE ADMISSION DATE ON THE FEE AGREEMENT.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATOR ENTERED CHILD'S ADMISSION DATE IMMEDIATELY. IN THE FUTURE, OPERATOR WILL MAKE SURE ADMISSION DATE IS FILLED IN WHEN CHILD STARTS.
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: CHILD #1 DOES NOT HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER ON THE EMERGENCY FORM.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATOR WILL HAVE PARENT SUPPLY HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER ON THE EMERGECNY FORM. IN THE FUTURE, OPERATOR WILL OBTAIN COMPLETE HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION AT TIME OF ENROLLMENT.
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: CHILDREN #1 & #2 DO NOT HAVE RELEASE PERSON'S ADDRESSES ON THE EMERGENCY FORMS.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATOR WILL HAVE PARENTS SUPPLY RELEASE PERSONS' ADDRESSES ONTHE EMERGENCY FORMS. IN THE FUTURE, OPERATOR WILL MAKE SURE RELEASE PERSON INFORMATION IS COMPLETE AT TIME OF ENROLLMENT.
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: CHILDREN #1 & #2 HAVE FEE AGREEMENTS AND EMERGENCY FORMS THAT WERE LAST UPDATED 2/18/16 AND 2/19/16 RESPECTIVELY.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATOR WILL UPDATE FEE AGREEMENTS AND EMERGENCY FORMS FOR CHILDREN #3 & #4. IN THE FUTURE, OPERATOR WILL MAKE SURE FEE AGREEMENTS AND EMERGENCY FORMS ARE UPDATED EVERY 6 MONTHS
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: FACILITY PERSON #1, DOH 8/1/16, HAS MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING DATED 3/6/17 WHICH EXCEEDS THE 90 DAY PROVISIONAL PERIOD.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
IN THE FUTURE, OPERATOR WILL MAKE SURE THAT NEW HIRES COMPLETE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING WITHIN THE 90 DAY PROVISIONAL PERIOD.
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: OBSERVED MISSING OUTLET COVERS IN THE OUTLET NEAR THE PET CAGE, BEHIND THE RECLINER AND NEAR THE SINK COUNTER IN THE BATHROOM. ALL OF THESE OUTLETS ARE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATOR REPLACED MISSING OUTLET COVERS DURING INSPECTION. OPERATOR WILL CHECK OUTLET COVERS DAILY AND REPLACE AS NEEDED.
2017-03-08 Renewal 3280.69(a) - 110 F or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: MEASURED HOT WATER TEMPERATURE IN THE BATHROOM SINK AS 114 DEGREES F. CHILDREN USE THIS SINK FOR HANDWASHING.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110 F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATOR WILL TURN DOWN THE HOT WATER HEATER AND CHECK WATER TEMPERATURE TO MAINTAIN 110 DEGREES.

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

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