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Angels Babies Inc

Elizabeth, PA · Allegheny County
314 Scenery Dr, Elizabeth, PA 15037
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Capacity
39 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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📞 (412) 872-5260
314 Scenery Dr
Elizabeth, PA 15037
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Active License
License Number
CER-00246468
License Issued
Jan 30, 2026
Active Through
Jan 30, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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At Mother Goose & Friends Learning Center, you can rest assured that your child will be cared for with the utmost kindness and respect. We believe all children are precious gifts from God and we always treat them as though they are our own. We have been in business for over 18 years and offer childcare in a learning enviroment for children 6 weeks to 5 years. We have 3 convienient locations and also offer a before and after school care program within the Elizabeth Forward School District. Mother Goose offers a safe and clean environment, special events, loving and knowledgeable staff, discounts for siblings along with crafts, stories, fun and games. We are licensed by the state of Pa and are open from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday.

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
2026-07-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff #1 are dated 2/26/21 and 3/25/26, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff #2 are dated 11/5/20 and 11/10/25, more than 60 months apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff #1 and Staff #2 are current and on file.
2025-10-07 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: The agreement form for Child #1 lacked the fee amount to be charged per day or per week.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fee amount was added to the agreement form and parent resigned.
2025-10-07 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the enrolling parent's work address.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have the parent of Child #2 fill in enrolling parents work information on emergency contact.
2025-10-07 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The immunization record on file for Child #1, who is 11 months old, includes 2 of 3 recommended DTAP and Pneumococcal vaccines recommended for a child this age by the ACIP.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 1 will go to the doctor and get the vaccines needed.
2025-10-07 Renewal 3270.133(2) - Written instructions Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(2)

Description: Written instructions

Noncompliance Area: A prescription labeled for Child #1 lacked written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medicine or instructions on the prescription label.

Correction Required: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents of Child #1 took this home and it is no longer at center.
2025-10-07 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Child Abuse clearances on file for Staff #2 are dated 3/12/19 and 7/26/24, more than 60 months apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 has updated clearance.
2025-10-07 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 was observed to contain an NSOR clearance dated 4/29/25, more than 45 days after the date of hire. (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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 has a current NSOR on file. Application for NSOR was submitted prior to the CPSL update, but the clearance was not received until after.
2025-10-07 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The most recent documented fire alarm test was documented for 8/27/25, more than 30 days prior to the date of inspection.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire devices were tested on 10/7/25.
2025-04-24 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: In the facility's locked medication box, a bottle of Children's Tylenol labeled for Child #1 and a bottle of Child's Allergy labeled for Child #2 did not contain parental consent for administration.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I returned meds back to parents of Child #1 and Child #2 as they were unopened and not used
2025-04-24 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when arises/Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when arises/Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan parent letter lacked a method to contact parents during and after an emergency.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will add to my emergency plan parent letter about how parents will be contacted if emergency and before and after the situation. i will also add in accomadations for the children that need it.
2025-04-24 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan parent letter lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers. children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will add accomadations into my emergency plan parent letter for children with disabilities.
2025-04-24 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the file for Staff #1 lacked an NSOR clearance. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Staff #1 -- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 filed for NSOR never was received, Staff #1 will obtain the NSOR clearance.
2024-10-08 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: On the outdoor playground area, a plastic playhouse contained a peeling sticker with pieces smaller than 1 inch in diameter and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Scrape stickers off as much as i can
2024-10-08 Renewal 3270.133(2) - Written instructions Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(2)

Description: Written instructions

Noncompliance Area: Located in the facility's medication bin, an Albuterol inhaler for Child # 1 did not contain a prescription label from the individual who prescribed the medication.

Correction Required: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent brought in new prescription with all info on label
2024-10-08 Renewal 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(3)

Description: Name on bottle

Noncompliance Area: Located in the facility's medication bin, a zip-lock bag containing Children's Tylenol and Children's Oral Pain Relief was not labeled with a child's name.

Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Threw away any Meds not labeled with names.
2024-10-08 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: Located in the facility's medication bin, a bottle of Infant's Tylenol for Child #2 had expired in 12/2023.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Gave back meds to parent
2024-10-08 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: A bottle of Children's Allergy medicine labeled for Child #1 lacked written parental consent for administration.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
we returned meds to parent. Child no longer needs this medication.
2024-10-08 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Mandated Reporter training certificates on file for Staff Person #1 are dated 4/7/19 and 9/29/24, 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 verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Make sure all Mandated reporter trainings are up to date on time. Get any that are needed asap.
2024-10-08 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: In Room 2, an unlabeled spray bottle was observed in a locked cabinet under the sink.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I plan to label the bottle of what cleaning solution is inside of it.
2024-10-08 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: On the outdoor playground area, a green metal siding piece along the building was observed to have sharp edges along the bottom and was accessible to children.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Place ductape around the edge where sharp
2024-05-21 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: In the 3 y/o, 4 y/o, 2 y/o and 1 y/o classrooms there was less than 2 feet observed between rest equipment.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will spread mats out more and move items to make more room between each mat.
2024-05-21 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: While in the 3 Y/o room a child was observed to have their face covered by a blanket which can be dangerous to the child and could not allow staff person #1 to fully supervise the child. While in the Infant room the room was observed to be so dark that it was difficult to see the children, making it difficult to ensure full supervision by staff person #2. While in the 2 y/o room Staff person #3 was standing behind the changing table obstructing their view of where a child was observed to be sleeping, making it so that not all children could be adequately supervised.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. Make sure no ones face is covered and if they move blanket we will move it off face. 2. infant room we now have a night light 3.making sure staff can see all children at all times while napping
2024-05-21 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 10/3/23-11/3/23, 12/3/23-1/3/24, and 3/1/24-4/1/24, which are all more than 30 days apart. Per Chapter 3270 Act 62 regulation updates on May 24, 2021, all fire detection devices or systems must be tested at least every thirty 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)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
checking all fire detection devices every 30 days.
2023-10-11 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information must be present in a childcare space for children receiving care in the space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The child's mother was contacted and asked to return the Emergency Contact Form when picking her child: 10/11/2023 and was placed in the childcare space.
2023-10-11 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The Updated Child Health Assessment for Children #1, #2 and #3 were dated more than 12 months apart. (See LIS Code Sheet)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This citation was cited and corrected with a Updated Health Assessments dated: Child #1: 09/08/2023; Child #2 and #3 dated: 09/13/2023.
2023-10-11 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: In Room #1, the provider was unable to demonstrate the trash can, used for diapering, operated in a hands-free manner. (See LIS Code Sheet)

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A hand's free trash can was ordered from Amazon 10/11/203 and being delivered 10/13/2023.
2023-10-11 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 lacked completion of the UPDATED 1 Hour Health and Safety Training on or prior to 12/30/2022. (See LIS Code Sheet)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This citation is cited and corrected with the UPDATED One Hour Health and Safety Training dated: 01/01/2023.
2023-10-11 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Health Assessments for Staff #3, #4 and #5 were dated more than 24-months apart. (See LIS Code Sheet)

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This citation is cited and corrected with a new Health Assessment for Staff #3 dated: 11/21/2023; Staff #4 dated: 09/15/2023 and Staff #5 dated: 09/26/2023.
2023-10-11 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(h) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(h)

Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR Trainings for staff #1 was dated more than 24-months apart. (See LIS Code Sheet)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This citation was cited and corrected with a new Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR dated: 10/2023.
2023-10-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: Mandated Reporter Training for staff #1 was dated more than 60 months apart. (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 verification of childcare experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This citation is cited and corrected with a new Mandated Reporter Training dated: 12/15/2020.
2023-10-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The Child Abuse and FBI Clearances in the file for Staff Person #4 were dated more than 60 months apart. (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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This citation was cited and corrected with a State police Clearance dated: 09/27/2023 and Child Abuse Clearance dated: 09/28/2023.
2022-10-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1 and #2 contained clearances that were initially obtained or updated late. Staff #1 was provisionally hired but the receipt of the NSOR clearance exceeded 90 days. Staff #2's child abuse clearance was due to be renewed on 9/11/22 and was renewed on 10/5/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
If paperwork is not received on time through the mail i will then follow up or resubmit.
2022-10-11 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed sharp pieces on the ends of the fence at the gate area.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
i have put rubber end caps on lower part of toddler fence
2022-01-13 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The fie for staff #1 had a health assessment date of 4-24-2019 and 9-26-2021 exceeding the 24 months allowed for a health assessment renewal. The file for staff #3 contained a health assessment date of 4-2-2019 and 4-5-2021 exceeding the 24 months allowed for a health assessment renewal.

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 verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff has their new health assessment .
2022-01-13 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 4 contained a Pediatric First Aid/CPR date of 1-4-2019 and 2-2-2021 which exceeded the renewal date of 1-4-2021.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will get proper renewelss every 2 years, Staff member has already renewed cpr/fire safety.
2022-01-13 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 who was hired on 12-7-2020 contained an NSOR Clearance dated 1-27-2021 and a State Police Clearance dated 1-21-2021 which exceeded the date of 12-2-2020 to obtain the clearance. The facility was not granted the provisional hire waiver until 11-30-2021.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member now has NSOR
2021-11-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 was observed receiving care in the second room from the right without an emergency contact form present in the space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I plan on correcting this by making sure all emergency contacts are in all rooms at all times, and making sure this childs is in the room.
2021-11-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(4) - Immunization record/Annual immunization reporting to DOH Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(4)

Description: Immunization record/Annual immunization reporting to DOH

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 contained an influenza vaccine with a date of 12-18-18 and did not contain an updated influenza vaccine.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.The facility shall comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure child has a letter in their file denying the vaccine or showing proof they received it.
2021-11-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 with a hire date of 11-29-2021 did not have a health assessment prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This staff member will not be working with children until physical/tb form is completed by doctor.
2021-11-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.191 - Individual Records Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 who was hired on 11-29-2021 did not have an individual record which is required for each facility person.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Before working with children, I will make sure staff has individual record with all info inside of file.
2021-11-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(1) - Name, address, and phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(1)

Description: Name, address, and phone

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 did not have a record that included the name, address, and telephone number of the facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure staff member has a complete file with all info in it
2021-11-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 did not have a record that included verification of child care experience, education, and training following the outset of service at the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member will not work with children until file shows verification of experience, education and training.
2021-11-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 did not have a record that included two written non family references 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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member will not work with children until file has 2 written references from individuals showing she worked with children.
2021-11-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: There was no file for Staff #1 who was hired on 11-29-2021. Therefore, there was not any of the required clearance paperwork to allow Staff #1 to be provisionally hired. The facility did not have paperwork for the request for missing clearances or the required FBI or State Police clearance to review for the file of Staff #1. Staff #1 was observed working alone with children. Staff #1 cannot work in a child care position at a facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct i will make sure staff has all required paperwork and clearances before working alone with children.
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 did not contain the address of the individual(s) designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Contact parents and get the addresses needed to show the person or persons address to whom the child may be released to.and add to files
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: There were no emergency contact forms present in the child care space for child #4, child #5, child #6 or child #7.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Copy emergency contact forms as needed and add to correct clipboards.
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(4) - Immunization record/Annual immunization reporting to DOH Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(4)

Description: Immunization record/Annual immunization reporting to DOH

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 did not contain the required influenza vaccine. The file for child #2 contained an influenza vaccine with a date of 12-18-18 and did not contain an updated influenza vaccine. The two parents did not wrote a note stating that they do not wish their children to receive the flu vaccine.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.The facility shall comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Proof of flu vaccine will remain in each child's file or a letter from parents stating that they do not want their child to receive the flu vaccine..
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and 18 children above the age of two were observed not wearing masks.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make sure staff and children have masks on.
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #3 with a hire date of 10-12-2021 contained a health assessment dated 3-12-2018.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member was told and will be getting a new physical for file. Staff member is now no longer working for us.
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: To date the operator has not applied for the provisional hire waiver which would allow for staff to be hired without all the completed clearances.The file for staff #2 with a hire date of 10-1-2021 did not contain the required FBI Clearance. The file for staff #3 with a hire date of 10-12-2021 did not contain the required NSOR Clearance. Staff #2 and staff #3 may not work in child care positions in the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services.) 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. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I removed the staff until the clearances came in the mail..
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.36(b)(4)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + postsecondary/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(4)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + postsecondary/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 did not contain proof of a high school diploma.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general education development certificate and have completed a post-secondary training curriculum described in §3270.31(c).A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Verify HS diploma with copy. Employee could not find it. This employee no longer works for us.
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.51/3270.113(a)(2) - Similar Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51/3270.113(a)(2)

Description: Similar Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises

Noncompliance Area: Staff #2 walked 6 three and four year old preschoolers from room #2 to room #1 leaving staff #4 with 14 preschool children.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Go over ratios with new employees and make sure the abide by ratio rules.
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In room #1, room #2, room #3, room #4 and in the children's restroom, a Swiffer Wet Jet Cleaner was attached to a mop located on the wall and was accessible to 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Remove swiffer fluid from wet jet and keep in locked cupboards.
2021-10-06 Renewal 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: The toilet in the children's restroom was missing a bolt cover on the left and right side of the base of the toilet.

Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Add new covers for toilet bolts.
2019-10-30 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator in the preschool room contained a thermometer that was not working properly.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45 F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The thermometer was immediately replaced and will be monitored in the future.
2019-10-30 Renewal 3270.131(d)(8)/3270.182(1) - Age appropriate screenings complete/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked verification of the flu vaccination.

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.A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Verification of the flu vaccination or the parents' refusal of the vaccination ill be obtained. From now on, flu vaccinations will be on file for children.
2019-10-30 Renewal 3270.163(b) - Breakfast items from three groups Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The breakfast prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older did not have at least one item from three of the following four food groups: dairy, protein, fruit and vegetable, grain.

Correction Required: Breakfast prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall have at least one item from three of the following four food groups: dairy, protein, fruit and vegetable, grain.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
From now on, all breakfasts prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older will have at least one item from three of the following four food groups: dairy, protein, fruit and vegetable, grain.
2019-10-30 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: One smoke detector was not working properly in the older toddler room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
It was determined that the battery was dead in the smoke detector. The battery was immediately replaced and will be monitored in the future.
2019-10-30 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contains an FBI that is for The Department of Education and not for The Department of Human Services. This is not an approved FBI clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid FBI clearance is on file. A facility person's record shall include the criminal history record, the FBI clearance, child abuse registry clearance information and a copy of the disclosure statement as required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff/facility person #1 will not be a caregiver or in the child care setting until a valid DHS FBI clearance is on file.
2018-10-16 Renewal 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The outdoor equipment which has three embedded anchors was observed not to be mounted above a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Looking into getting tire mulch by January, if weather does not cooperate then mulch will be added as soon as the weather breaks. Embedded equipment will not be used until mulch is in place.
2018-10-16 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 was observed not to contain documentation of a minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training hours within the last 12 months.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Every employee will take 6 hours of training yearly. Documentation will be maintained on file.
2018-10-16 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 was observed not to contain documentation of a valid Pennsylvania State Police Clearance. This is evidence by only the request for clearance being on file. Also, the file for staff person #2 whose date of hire was 3/28/2018 was observed not to contain documentation of request for a Pennsylvania State Police Clearance or Child Abuse clearance prior to the start of employment. This is evidence by the Pennsylvania State Police clearance being applied for until 4/2/2018 and the Child Abuse Clearance being applied for until 5/29/2018.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will have all clearances before starting. A valid clearance was obtained for staff person #1.
2018-10-16 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: One protective receptacle cover was observed to be missing from an electrical outlet next to the refrigerator in the preschool 3 classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will put a new cover in the outlet and check them daily.
2018-10-16 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Damaged plaster was observed behind the trash can and stacked chairs in the older toddler classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Touch up walls and place protective rubber behind garbage cans.
2018-01-19 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.119 - Infant sleep position Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 1/19/2018, child #1 was observed to be napping in an infant rocker. This rocker does not allow the child to be placed to rest flat on his back as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All babies now and in the future will nap in pack and plays on flat surface.
2018-01-19 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: RECITE: On 1/19/2018 the hot water temperature in each sink of the child care facility where children was their hands was observed to be greater than 110 degrees. This is evidenced by the temperature being 117.4 degrees in the children's restroom, 117.7 degrees in the infant room, 119 degrees in the Pre-K 3 room, 119.5 in the Twos room, 120 degrees in the Ones room, and 120 degrees in the Pre K room. Hot water temperatures was previously cited at the facility's renewal inspection on 12/21/2017

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We turned the water down again for a second time and checked temperatures with a meat thermometer to verify degrees. Temperatures will be checked regularly to ensure they meet regulations.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.124(a) - Each child emergency contact person Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for child #4 was observed not to contain a telephone number for one of the emergency contact persons.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact information was updated and will be maintained on file.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for children #1 and #3 were observed not to contain complete work information for the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact information was updated and will be maintained on file.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for child #2 was observed not to contain complete 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected health insurance information was obtained for current children and will bee added for all new children.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for children #3 and #4 were observed not to contain complete contact information for the person's whom the children are authorized to be released to.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All information corrected for release of those children and maintained on file.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The health report on file for children #1 and #3 were observed not to contain a health report dated within the child's first 60 days in care. This is evidenced by child #1's date of admission being 9/11/2017 and a health report not being obtained until 11/28/2017 and child #2's date of admission being 9/11/2017 and a health report not being obtained until 11/30/2017. Also, the file for child #5 was observed not to contain a complete health report only a shot record was on file for child #5.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will now and in the future have health reports in the first 60 day the child is in care.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The diaper genie being used to dispose of soiled diapers in the infant room was observed not to be hands free. This is evidenced by a button needing to be pushed to open the lid of the diaper genie.

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Diaper genie was discarded of and a hands free can will be used now and in the future.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The bottles being used in the infant room were observed not to be labeled for the child whom they were intended for.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All bottles are now labeled with names.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The written notification of safe routes posted were observed not to be complete.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Written notification of safe routes were completed and posted on the parent board.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: One pack and play in the infant room was observed to have a full sized crib sheet placed on the sleeping surface. This creates an excessive amount of fabric on the sleeping surface creating a suffocation hazard to the children sleeping in the pack and play. Another pack and play where an infant aged child was observed napping was observed to have an extra blanket placed on the surface not being used to cover the child. The extra blanket also, created an excessive amount of fabric on the surface creating a suffocation hazard to the children in care. In the Pre K room the cord for the refrigerator was observed to be accessible and hanging loose in a manner that allows for the cord to be looped creating a choking hazard to the children in care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will only allow 1 blanket per pack and play. Also oversized sheets will be discarded.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Driveway salt was observed being stored in an accessible area to the children in care in the front lobby of the child care facility.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Salt was put in office away from children and will remain there now and in the future.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Shaving cream was observed being stored with the arts and crafts supplies in the terrific 2's room. The operator confirmed that the shaving cream was being used for arts and crafts. The shaving cream was labeled keep out of reach of children.

Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Shaving cream was discarded of and will no longer be used for arts and crafts.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The hot water temperature in each room was observed to exceed 110 degrees. In the infant room the temperature was 140 degrees, Pre K room 138.9 degrees, in the Terrific 2's room 134.9, Ones room 138.3 and in the preschool room 126.1.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Hot water was turned down to allowed temperature and will be checked to ensure that it does not go above 110 degrees.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A hand washing sign was observed not to be placed above the diaper changing table in the ones classroom.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The sign was posted above the diaper changing table and will remain in place.
2017-12-21 Renewal 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Non Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed not to have been completing a fire drill at least every 60 days.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will not and in the future have fire drills every 60 days.
2017-11-14 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) - Written plan/Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in room 5 that there was not a written plan of daily activities and routines in place in the classroom, nor was there a written plan of daily activities posted in this classroom.

Correction Required: A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Now and in the future, room now has daily routine schedule on the wall.
2017-11-14 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person's #1 and #2 were observed not to contain 2 written non family references.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Now and in the future both staff members now have reference letters in files.
2017-11-14 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On the date of inspection the cables and power cords for each cable box located in each child care space except for those located in room 1, were observed to be loose and dangling on the floor in a manner that can cause the cables to be looped creating a strangulation hazard to the children in care and poses a threat to the health and safety of the children in care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Removed all cables until we get the rest of the televisions
2017-11-14 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(a)(2) - Evacuation Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan on file at the child care facility was observed not to specify an off site shelter nor how the children would be transported to the emergency shelter.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by 3270.94 (f) and (g) (relating to fire drills).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Now and in the future we have an emergency shelter and transportation list.
2017-11-14 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person's #1 - #3 were observed not to contain documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan at the time of initial employment.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Now and in the future we will go over the emergency plan with staff and have them sign that they reviewed and understand it.
2017-11-14 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On the date of inspection the disclosure statement on file for staff person #1 was observed not to be dated, the Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History and Pennsylvania Child Abuse clearances on file for staff person #2 were observed to be for volunteer purposes making them not valid, and the disclosure statement on file for staff person #4 was observed not to be dated or contain a witness signature.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member got correct clearances. In the future all staff clearances will be checked at time of hire to ensure that they are the correct clearances.
2017-08-15 Initial review 3270.102(g) - Hazardous toys and equipment Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room a bumbo seat was observed without the safety straps.

Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bumbo seat was removed and discarded. In the future no toys will be in the facility that are not consumer safety compliance.
2017-08-15 Initial review 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment or TB being completed within the last 12 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Now and in the future all information will be updated.
2017-08-15 Initial review 3270.191 - Individual Records Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was not file present for staff person #2.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Now and in the future all staff will have a completed and updated file.
2017-08-15 Initial review 3270.27(f) - Plan to County EMA Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the facility did not send out a copy of the emergency plan to the county emergency management agency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Now and in the future plans will be submitted accordingly.
2017-08-15 Initial review 3270.34(b)(1) - Bachelor's + 1 yr Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 the facility director was observed not to contain documentation of one year experience working with children.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained a bachelor`s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Now and in the future all information will be updated.

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

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