Lolas Early Care And Education Center
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Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Reason | Description | Status |
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| 2026-02-20 | 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 recent health assessment on file for Child #1 (Young Toddler at the time) is dated 7/3/25 which more than 6 months ago. 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.) Health assessment was already acquired at the time of inspection. |
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| 2026-02-20 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff Person #1 are dated 1/20/25 and 2/2/26, which is more than 12 months apart. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff trainings were completed at the time of inspection. |
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| 2026-02-20 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The two most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff Person #1 are dated 4/10/20 and 6/2/25, which is more than 60 months apart. 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.) Required training was completed at the time of inspection. |
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| 2026-02-20 | 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 two most recent NSOR certificates on file for Staff Person #1 are dated 11/6/19 and 12/4/25, and for Staff Person #2 are dated 6/2/20 and 12/4/25, which are both more than 60 months apart. 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.) Current NSOR clearances were completed at the time of inspection. |
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| 2026-02-20 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the laundry room located between the infant and preschool room was unlocked making the room accessible to the children in care. The room contained toxic cleaning materials and paint. 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.) A sign has been posted to remind staff to lock the door when exiting. |
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| 2025-11-17 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:35 PM on 11/12/25, video footage taken at the facility shows two children climbing and walking across the top of a row of two-tiered shelving units. Staff #1 was observed carrying a cot near the shelving units without removing either child from the top of the unit. Approximately 20 seconds later, Staff Person #1 then returns to the area to reposition a cot and at that time, removes the children from the shelves. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person was dismissed/terminated. All staff received professional development training on positive discipline and supervision. |
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| 2025-11-17 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(b) Description: No physical punishment Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:35 PM on 11/12/25, video footage taken at the facility shows Staff Person #1 removing two children from the top of a two-tier shelving unit by their upper arms and placing the children on their cots. A child attempted to climb the unit again and Staff Person #1 forcefully grabbed the child's upper arm and placed the child back on their cot. Seconds later, the child runs toward the shelving unit and Staff Person #1 forcefully grabs the child by their hand, which causes the child to fall to the ground. Staff Person #2 was observed on video pulling Child #1 to a standing position by the wrist from their cot for a diaper change. This resulted in the child receiving an injury to their elbow that required medical attention. Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. TIERED LIS: 1. A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must arrange for all staff to receive a minimum of two hours of online training regarding the use of positive discipline strategies. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The legal entity will send the completed training certificates for all staff to the Western Regional Office within 5 days of the staff persons completing the training. The operator will provide a date for when proof of this training will be submitted to the department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On 11/12/25 Staff Person #2 alerted the Director that a child in their care was expressing discomfort, but the cause couldn't be determined. The Director immediately reviewed video footage and noted the manner in which the child had previously been lifted from their cot, could result in nursemaids elbow (a common, generally harmless partial dislocation of the elbow joint in children under 4-5 years old, usually caused by a sudden pull on an extended arm). The parents were notified to take the child to a physician. Staff Person #2 was immediately removed from the classroom on 11/12/25 and received counseling concerning proper lifting of children to prevent injuries such as this one. The Director then called the certification representative (on 11/12/25) and determined which regulation was in violation. The Children and Youth Services were also notified (on 11/12/25), so that a proper investigation by all parties could occur. Upon review of the video footage at a later date, the actions of Staff Person 1 were noted. At the time of this observation, Staff Person #1's employment had already been terminated on 11/14/25. Tier 1: 11/12/25, Staff will be counseled in their orientation in ways to properly lift children. Staff will be counseled in alerting others to assist in situations that may be frustrating, such as a child repeatedly climbing shelving. Tier 2: Staff will complete "Preschool Foundations: Nurture Interactions and Guide Behavior" or "Infant-Toddler Care: Guiding Behavior" depending on the age group they are assigned too. (2 Hour Courses) as approved by DHS. In addition, Staff Person #2 will take an additional training, "Safe Spaces and Places to Grow and Learn" (1 Hour). Training Completed 12/31/25, Training Submitted to Western Regional Office 1/26/26. (Implemented on 1/26/26). |
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| 2025-10-27 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(7) Description: Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Noncompliance Area: It was observed that incident reports for children in care were not given to the parents on the same day that the incident occurred. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) When staff notify a parent verbally but do not have the written report available they will send a picture of the report on our app and then have the parent confirm receipt of it, in writing on the app. A photo of the confirmation will be attached to the report to confirm notification of the incident occurred on the same day that the incident occurred. |
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| 2025-10-27 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 was lacking two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member brought in the references to complete their file. |
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| 2025-10-27 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 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 Person #5 was lacking a signed disclosure statement. The file for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #4 contained a disclosure statement that was lacking a witness signature making it invalid. The file for Staff Person #2 contained a NSOR certificate dated 9/17/25, which was after the staff's first day working with children (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #2 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 6/7/25, which was after the staff's first day working with children (see LIS code sheet). 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.) Staff files were updated and paperwork was signed. |
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| 2025-10-27 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.37(b)(1) - HS/GED | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.37(b)(1) Description: HS/GED Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 was lacking a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. Correction Required: An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person brought in their high school diploma and a copy was made. |
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| 2025-10-27 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 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 30-day fire detection testing log on file at the facility had dates of testing from 2/19/25 to 3/31/25, which is more than 30 days between tests. 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.) The fire detection system testing log has been placed into the calendar. |
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| 2025-02-19 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 contained a health assessment dated 6/19/24, and the file for Staff Person #2 contained a health assessment dated 1/18/24, which is after their start dates (see LIS code sheet). The most recent health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 is dated 10/22/22, which is more than 24 months ago. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document was acquired previous to time of inspection. |
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| 2025-02-19 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Staff Person #1 contains a tuberculosis screening dated 7/11/24, which if after their start date (see LIS code sheet). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document was acquired previous to time of inspection. |
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| 2025-02-19 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 was observed to have documentation of application of an NSOR certificate dated 5/7/24, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). 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.) Document was acquired previous to time of inspection. |
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| 2025-02-19 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: It was observed that a handwashing sign was missing above the toilet in the preschool room. 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.) Handwashing sign was replaced during inspection. |
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| 2025-02-19 | Renewal | 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a) Description: Devices must be compliant Noncompliance Area: The fire detection log on file at the facility contained dates of testing of 2/1/24-3/4/24, which are more than 30 days between testing. 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)). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire Detection was completed previous to time of inspection. |
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| 2024-06-18 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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 most recent fire system check was conducted on 5/1/24, which was more than 30 days prior to the date of the inspection: 6/18/24. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The 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.) We will conduct and document a fire system check today. I was off from May 31 through June 14 and this overlooked by staff person covering. |
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| 2024-02-05 | 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: In the young preschool room, there were foam die blocks with teeth marks and magnetic blocks that contained blocks that were cracked and not in good repair. It was observed that tree stumps on the outdoor play space that were being used as play equipment for the children to step on and off from were breaking apart causing splintered wood to be accessible to the children. There was a large green bucket tote in the outside play space that was cracked and not in good repair. 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 foam die blocks and magnetic blocks that were showing wear, were removed from the classroom. |
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| 2024-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 was lacking the enrolling parents work address and work phone number. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The enrolling parents work address and phone number were acquired and added to the form. |
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| 2024-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parents signed consent was acquired on the form. |
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| 2024-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 lacked the health insurance coverage information. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Health insurance coverage information was acquired and added to the form. |
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| 2024-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 lacked the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The addresses for the emergency contacts were acquired and added to the form. |
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| 2024-02-05 | Renewal | 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: The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain the one-hour Health and Safety Update 2022, which was required to be completed by 12/30/22. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member completed the one-hour Heath and Safety Update immediately following the inspection. |
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| 2024-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The signature for consent was acquired. |
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| 2024-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: The two most recent fire safety trainings for Staff Person #2, #3, and #4 are dated 12/22/22 and 1/19/24, which are more than 12 months apart. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of inspection the staff had already completed the fire safety training, the length of time between the trainings was just too great. |
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| 2024-02-05 | 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 fire detection testing log on file contained dates of testing from 10/10/23-11/10/23 which is more than 30 days apart. 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.) The fire testing was already completed at the time of inspection. |
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| 2023-02-09 | Renewal | 3270.102(a)/3270.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a)/3270.103 Description: Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: Observed a torn mat in the YT Room. This exposed the inner foam, which creates a potential choking hazard for children who may still be placing objects in their mouths. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The mat was repaired at the edges. |
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| 2023-02-09 | Renewal | 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: The fee agreements in the children's files were the original documents. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Original documents were copied, originals were given to the parents. |
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| 2023-02-09 | Renewal | 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: The emergency plan for the facility did not include requirements for continuity of operations (backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A continuity of operations plan was added to the emergency plan on 3/10/2023. |
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| 2023-02-09 | 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 most recent updated health assessments in the files for Staff Person #3, 4 and 5 exceeded 24 months between 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.) Physical were obtained at the time of the inspection. |
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| 2023-02-09 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: The most recent pediatric first aid/CPR certificates in the files for Staff Person #1 and #4 were conducted after the previous certificates had expired. Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Certificates were already required at the time of inspection. |
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| 2023-02-09 | 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: The Health and Safety training in the file for Staff Person #7 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's start date (See LIS Code Sheet). 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.) Staff member had already completed the training at the time of the inspection. |
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| 2023-02-09 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the files for Staff Person #2 and #3 exceeded 60 months between trainings. Staff Person #2: 12/3/15-2/5/21. Staff Person #3: 5/11/17-10/14/22. 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.) Staff members had already completed the mandated reporter training at the time of inspection. |
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| 2023-02-09 | 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 Person #6, who has been working for more than 45 days (See LIS Code Sheet) did not include an NSOR Certificate. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #6 may not work at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff person will not work at the facility until the NSOR is in file. |
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| 2023-02-09 | 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 peeling, flaking paint under the diaper change schedule in the YT Room. 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.) A rubber backing was placed on the rocking chair to keep it from damaging the wall. The wall was repaired where the paint was flaking. |
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| 2023-02-09 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: A handwashing sign was not posted above the toilet in the S/A Room. 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.) A handwashing sign was hung above the toilet. |
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| 2023-02-09 | 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 fire drill/fire system check log documents three times when fire system checks exceeded 30 days between checks: 7/8-8/23, 10/5-11/14 and 12/5-1/26. 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.) A fire system check was conducted at the time of the inspection. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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 two exposed bolts on the gate leading to the new outdoor wooden play structure and 4 exposed bolts on the fence near the gate near in the new gross motor area. Observed five exposed bolts on the second gate and one exposed bolt on the first gate along the walkway in the front of the building which leads to the outdoor gross motor 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.) Bolt covers were placed on the fencing. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: Observed a young toddler sleeping on an oversized, unlabeled floor pillow in the young toddler room. 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.) Staff have been informed of the need to use the cots, even when children fall asleep at times outside of the scheduled nap times. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.114 - Outdoor Activity | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.114 Description: Outdoor Activity Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews with staff, children in the young toddler room are not taken outside on a daily basis when weather permits. Correction Required: Weather permitting, children shall be taken out doors daily. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Young toddler and infant staff were reminded of the need to take children outdoors and supervisors observed to ensure the routine is completed. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(g) - Professional development certificate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(g) Description: Professional development certificate Noncompliance Area: A review of staff files revealed that the Health and Safety training on file for staff persons #1 and #2 is invalid due to the date which it was completed. Correction Required: Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff completed the updated/new health and safety training accepted by DHS. |
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| 2022-02-02 | 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: The side of the vanity at the handwashing sink was observed to be in disrepair in the toddler room. In the outdoor gross motor space, observed the front right corner of the plastic storage shed used to store children's play equipment is cracked and broken. 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.) Rubber sealant was applied to the vanity; the outside shed was removed and replaced. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 and child #4 lacks verification of a current flu vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file for child #3 lacks verification of a current Pneumococcal vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Notes from the parents stating that they were denying the flu vaccine for their children this year were obtained. Child #3 pneumococcal vaccine proof was obtained. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for staff persons #10 and #13 are dated in an interval greater than 24 months. The initial health assessment on file for staff person #6 is dated after staff person #6 began in a child care taking position. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff Person #10 completed physical on time before returning from suspension (SEE EMAIL) Staff Person #13 completed a physical prior to returning to work after a vacation period of one week. The physical was completed on a Monday, the day after the previous physical expired (on a Sunday). Staff Person #6 obtained their physical prior to the date of inspection (corrected). |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: The results of tuberculosis screening on file for staff person #6 is dated after staff person #6 began in a child care taking position. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) TB Screening was already obtained at the time of inspection - staff files will be reviewed for compliance. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(4) Description: Bottles labeled Noncompliance Area: Observed an unlabeled infant's bottle for child #6. Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottle located in the refrigerator was relabeled. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 and staff person #12 contain 2 letters of reference dated after each staff person's start date in child care taking positions. The file for staff person #2 and staff person #9 contain one letter of reference dated after each staff person's start date in a child care taking position. The file for staff person #7 contains 2 written, non-family references dated after staff person #7 began in a child care taking position. 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.) We must've misinterpreted the 45 day provisional period to get paperwork in for a staff person. Now that we understand, and with further documentation of the OCDEL announcements we will be able to ensure that staff have letters of reference dated prior to the beginning of their employment. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #5 and #10 lacks verification of 12 hours of child care training completed in the most recent service year. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Due to both staff persons having a documented suspension period for person reasons (ie. maternity leave) the staff failed to maintain their child care training hours. We completed these hours as soon as possible after they returned. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: The two most recent verification of completed fire safety training on file for staff person #5 are dated in an interval greater than 12 months. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member had a leave of absence and Fire Safety was updated as soon as in person training was available, which was more than a year past the staff members last training. Online training had been temporarily disabled. The staff members training was update as soon as training was available. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: The verification of completed pediatric first and pediatric CPR on file for staff person #1 is dated more than 90 days after staff person #1 began in a child care taking position. The first aid and CPR training on file for staff person #11 are not the pediatric versions, making them invalid. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff member (person #11) whose CPR certification wasn't acceptable - correct documentation was obtained. |
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| 2022-02-02 | 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 persons #1, #3, and #11 contain expired disclosure statements completed at the time of initial employment, making them invalid. The file for staff person #2, a staff person who was hired provisionally, lacks proof of application for an NSOR and proof of application and fingerprinting for an FBI clearance. The file for staff person #4 contains an NSOR dated more than 45 days after staff person #4 began in a child care taking position. The file for staff person #6 contains verification of application for NSOR dated after staff person #6 began provisional employment in a child care taking position, making it an invalid provisional hire. The file for staff person #7, who was hired provisionally, lacks an application for or a current NSOR. The file for staff person #8, who was hired provisionally, lacks proof of application for an NSOR prior to beginning in a child care taking position. The file for staff person #12 contains verification of application for an NSOR dated after staff person #12 began in a child care taking position. 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. Staff person #7 may not work at the facility until a valid NSOR is on file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The disclosure statements for staff 1, 3 and 11 were updated to the newest version of the disclosure statement. All files were reviewed for the correct/newest disclosure statement. Staff Person #2 provided a written note for proof of application at the time of application due to sending in a paper form of the application. Staff Person #7 application was sent SEE EMAIL Staff Person #8 application was sent SEE EMAIL |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) - Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: Upon entering the young preschool room at naptime, observed staff person #11 cleaning in the bathroom adjoining the classroom, leaving 4 preschool-aged children and 2 older toddlers asleep and unsupervised in the classroom. 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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We immediately scheduled and completed a staff meeting to review with the staff the importance of remaining in the physical classroom during naptime. Adjoining bathrooms, even with the door prompted open shouldn't be entered without another staff member in the classroom. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Observed accessible Windex and toilet bowl cleaner both labeled 'keep out of the reach of children' under the sink in the hallway boys' bathroom. 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.) Child safety lock was replaced at inspection. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: In the outside gross motor space, observed that the metal enclosure around the water meter has a sharp edge. 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.) Rubberized sealing on the enclosure was replaced. |
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| 2022-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.91(a) Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Noncompliance Area: Observed equipment blocking the doorway between the toddler sleeping space and the new Pre-K room. Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Classroom door was unblocked and a child safety lock was applied until the new classroom was approved for use at which time the child safety lock was removed and the classroom became fully accessible. |
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| 2022-02-02 | 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: At the time of inspection, the facility lacks a proof of purchase for the hardwired fire detection system currently installed and in use. During the following intervals: 2/22/21-3/31/21, 7/10/21-8/30/21, 9/10/21-10/28/21, 11/10/21-12/21/21, and 12/21/21-01/31/22 testing of the fire detection system exceeded 30 calendar 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.) Building Owner filled out the form for Fire Detection System date of purchase. The company which installed the system no longer exists. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed three uncovered bolts on the fence gate at the front of the facility leading to the outdoor play space. Observed an exposed screw on the back of the wooden play cube in the preschool classroom. Observed a sharp metal fence tie along the fencing on the right side of 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 bolts were covered immediately. In the future, screening the fence for missing bolt covers will be added to the daily check list. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 and child #2 contains emergency contact information which lacks the complete addresses of the parent-designated release persons. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The additional information needed was acquired from the parent. In the future, paperwork will be thoroughly screened for full addresses. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(8) - Age appropriate screenings complete | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The health report for child #3 lacks a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the AAP were conducted. Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child health report was reviewed by the physician and the box was checked for age-appropriate screenings - the physician misunderstood the question. In the future all documents will be reviewed and assured that the box is correctly checked. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed unlabeled bottles being used to feed infants in the infant room. Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottles were labeled immediately. This regulation will be reviewed at a staff meeting to ensure that all bottles are labeled with the child's name. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the facility lacked a posting of safe pick-up and drop off routes. Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Safe Pick-Up and Drop-Off Routes were re-posted. In the future the bulletin board will be checked routinely to assure that the postings are present. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 and staff person #7 lacks an application for an NSOR certificate prior to beginning in a child care taking position. The file for staff person #2 contains verification of application for an NSOR certificate dated after the staff person began in a child care taking position and a child abuse clearance obtained for volunteer purposes. The file for staff person #3 contains verification of mandated reporter training completed more than 90 days after staff person #3 began in a child care taking position. The file for staff person #4 contains a child abuse clearance obtained for volunteer purposes. The file for staff person #5 contains a FBI clearance obtained for Department of Education purposes. The file for staff person #6 contains an application for an NSOR certificate dated after staff person #6 began in a child care taking position. At the time of hire, the FBI clearance on file for staff person #6 was obtained for Department of Education purposes. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #5 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.) NSOR certificates were acquired. In the future all new staff will fill out a NSOR application at initial employment and the application will be kept on file. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the preschool room lacks soap. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Soap was added to the bookbag. Routines checks for first-aid requirements will ensure that all used items are replaced. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a gouge in the front wall of the school age-room to the left of the windows. 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 gouge was repaired. The facility surfaces will be monitored to ensure they are in good repair and any damage will be repaired immediately. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.81 - Glass | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed the windows in the school age room lack visual strips. Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Visual strips will be place on each window, where they will remain at all times. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a wicker basket used to store children's equipment which was broken, creating sharp corners. 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 wicker basket was thrown away when it was observed that a piece of the wicker handle had broken. The basket has since been replaced. Toys and equipment will be clean, safe, and in good repair. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #2 did not include a complete work address for the enrolling parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents were asked to complete the work address for the child. All files are double checked for address completeness at the time of enrollment. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #1 and #2 did not include addresses for all individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parents of both child 1 and 2 were asked to complete the addresses for the emergency contacts. Going forward, all addresses will be double checked for completeness at the time of enrollment. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed school-age children receiving care in the preschool area without their emergency contact information being present. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency book-bag was moved to the preschool classroom at the time of inspection. Emergency contact information will travel with the children to the classroom they are located in when they are visiting a different classroom. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.124(f) - Updated every 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information in the file for child #1 was more than 6 months ago. 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 |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents will be required to update emergency contact information six months from application date, rather than enrollment date. This has been added to our policy's. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The initial health report in the file for child #2 was dated more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The new health report was already obtained at the time of inspection. A policy has already been put in place that all children must obtain health assessments within one week of their enrollment. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A review of the current vaccine record on file for child #3 reveals that the child has not received a booster shot of the PCV vaccine in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. A review of the current vaccine record on file for child #1 reveals that the child has not received one HIB, one IPV, two rotavirus, and two DTAP shots according to the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents provided updated immunization records. Going forward, parents will be asked to provide updated immunization records at every doctors appointment, in addition to the child health report every 6m to a year. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.133(4) - Locked | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed accessible cough drops in a child's back pack in the school-age room. Observed accessible lip balm in a child's backpack in the preschool cubby area. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Cough drops were removed from the child's bookbag and returned to the parent. Parents have been reminded that all items considered to be medication should be checked in with the staff upon arrival. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an Epi-Pen in the school age room which expired 12/2018. 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.) The epi-pen was removed and returned to the parent at pick up. The epi-pen that was not expired was kept for use. The staff and parents have been reminded to check both epi-pens when looking for expiration dates. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.133(7) - Medication log | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an Epi-Pen which lacks a corresponding medication log. Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Medication log was moved from the office file, to the sign in /out book for easy access. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff persons #1 and #2 contain health assessments which were updated in an interval which exceeded 24 months. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Updated staff health assessments were already acquired at the time of inspection. Going forward, staff have been reminded of the importance of obtaining new health assessments within the two year time period. A new policy has been created to request health reports a month before expiration. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.151(b) - Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for staff person #3 is written and signed by an RN. Correction Required: A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff member was asked to obtain documentation that the physician completed the physical, rather than the RN. The paperwork documenting the physicians signature was added to the file. Going forward, health assessments will be checked for proper signature of health professional. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a child's lunchbox in the cubby area which contained meat and cheese products. Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Lunchbox was moved to the refrigerator. Parents have been reminded to give their child's lunchbox to the teacher, to place in the refrigerator, rather than placing in the cubby. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information in the file for child #1 was more than 6 months ago. The last two updates in writing by a parent on the agreement form in the file for child #2 were dated more than 6 months apart. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Items were already corrected at the time of inspection. Going forward, six month updates will be calculated from the date of application, not the date of enrollment. |
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| 2019-02-06 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a tube of sunblock in a backpack in a cubby in the Bethlehem room, low enough to be accessible to children. The directions included instructions to keep out of the reach of children. There was a tube of A&D Ointment in a backpack in a cubby outside of the Eden room, low enough to be accessible to children. The directions included instructions to keep out of the reach of children. 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.) The items were made inaccessible. Parents have been reminded to provide staff with all items in their personal backpacks or diaper bags upon arrival, before placing the bag in the cubby. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 and child #3 contain agreements which lack the amount of the fee to be charged. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Agreements were reviewed, corrected and a new signature for approval documented. Going forward, documents will be checked for completion before the first day of attendance. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2, child #3 and child #6 contain agreements which do not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Agreements were reviewed, corrected and a new signature for approval documented. Going forward, documents will be checked for completion before the first day of attendance. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1contains an agreement which lacks information about the services provided to the family and the child. Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Agreements were reviewed, corrected and a new signature for approval documented. Going forward, documents will be checked for completion before the first day of attendance. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contains an agreement which lacks the child's arrival and departure times. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Agreements were reviewed, corrected and a new signature for approval documented. Going forward, documents will be checked for completion before the first day of attendance. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 and child #3 contain agreements which lack the names of 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Agreements were reviewed, corrected and a new signature for approval documented. Going forward, documents will be checked for completion before the first day of attendance. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 ,child #4 and child #6 contain original agreements. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Agreements were reviewed, copied and original given to the parent. Going forward, documents will be checked for completion and copied before the first day of attendance. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5 contains emergency contact information which lacks the child's health insurance policy number, Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Agreements were reviewed, corrected and a new signature for approval documented. Going forward, documents will be checked for completion before the first day of attendance. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 and child #5 contain emergency contact information which lack the complete address of the parent-designated release person(s). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Agreements were reviewed, corrected and a new signature for approval documented. Going forward, documents will be checked for completion before the first day of attendance. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #6 contains an initial health report dated more than 60 days following the child's first day of attendance at the facility. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Updated child health report received. Information was placed into electronic system to track child health reports, allowing ample time to request new reports for children. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 and #3 contain health assessments which were updated in an interval which exceeds 24 months. The health assessment on file for staff person #2 is dated more than 12 months prior to staff person #2 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Health Assessments already acquired at time of inspection. Staff are not permitted to work during periods of lapse in health assessments. Therefore, going forward, the dates of suspension will be recorded to reflect when a new health assessment is received. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The state police and child abuse clearance on file for staff person #4 were obtained for volunteer purposes. The state police clearance on file for staff person #5 was obtained for volunteer purposes. Both staff person #4 and staff person #5 are employed in child care taking positions at the facility. The file for staff person #6 began in a provisional child care taking position without proof of application for a child abuse clearance on file at the facility. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff persons #4 and #5 may not work in a child care position at the facility until valid clearances are on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff were suspended until employee versions of the clearances were obtained. Clearances will be reviewed for volunteer status at employment. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The hot water in the young toddler room at the sink where children wash their hands measured at 111 F. Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110 F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The mixer on the hot water temperature was adjusted to ensure that it maintains a temperature below 110. Hot water temperature will be checked on a daily basis to ensure that the mixer maintains the temperature. |
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| 2018-02-13 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The door knob on the door in the young toddler classroom which leads to the outside of the building was not operable. 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 door knob was corrected by maintenance. Items to be corrected are to be submitted immediately via email, upon approval of the board items are corrected as soon as possible. |
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| 2017-11-30 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed the edge of the area rug in the Eden room is curling, creating a tripping hazard. 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 nearby shelf was move about a foot down the area rug to push down on the corner of the rug in Eden Classroom that was beginning to curl. Area rugs have been added to the safety and cleaning morning and evening checklists. Moving forward staff will check and correct issues with area rugs. |
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| 2017-11-30 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a table in the Sea of Galilee room which has loose legs, making it unstable. 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.) The table in the Sea of Galilee legs were placed into a lower position to create more stability. Going forward, staff will note if a table has an issue such as this and correct it during the safety and cleaning morning and evening routine. |
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| 2017-11-30 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an infant sleeping in a crib which lacked at least 2 feet of space 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.) The crib was moved to create the appropriate amount of space on each side. Staff have been reminded of the requirement and moving forward the director will randomly check the room throughout the week to assure that staff are moving cribs correctly. |
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| 2017-11-30 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.134(f) - Toothbrush bristles up | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The toothbrushes used by children in the Eden classroom were stored in an enclosed cabinet, preventing the toothbrushes from being exposed to circulating air. Correction Required: Toothbrushes shall be stored with the bristles up and exposed to circulating air. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We purchased new toothbrush storage systems that can be mounted on a wall, rather than stored on a shelf. Going forward, we will continue to use these storage systems. |
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| 2017-11-30 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The trash can in the Bethlehem classroom failed to operate in a hands-free manner. 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 trash can was removed and replaced with one that the hands-free component was working. The trash cans have been added to the morning and evening safety and cleaning checklists. |
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| 2017-11-30 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 contains a disclosure statement which lacks the date the signature was affixed. The file for staff person #2 contains a state police clearance obtained for volunteer purposes, rendering the clearance invalid for purposes of employment in a child care taking position. Staff person #2 has been employed in a child care taking position more than 90 days. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 2- may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid state police clearance is on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file for staff person #1 had a signature but lacked a date at the bottom of the page. This was corrected by the staff member in the evening. The file for staff person #2 had a volunteer criminal record clearance rather than an employment clearance and the staff person applied online and obtained the employment version upon notification. Going forward, the operator will comply with the CPSL. |
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