Apple Pie Chester
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About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-06-25 | 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: During renewal inspection on 6/24/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 16's fire safety training was dated 6/18/25 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 # 16 completed fire safety training 6/25/26 |
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| 2026-06-25 | Renewal | 3270.72(c) - Good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.72(c) Description: Good repair Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/24/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The screen in the older toddler room was not in good repair Correction Required: Screens shall be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Screen was replaced |
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| 2026-06-25 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/24/26, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. The indoor play space located in the basement had peeling paint 2. The 2nd floor play space and the preschool room window sills needed cleaning 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. 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.) The indoor play area was repainted. Windowsills were cleaned |
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| 2026-02-06 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: During complaint investigation on 2/6/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The refrigerator on the 2nd floor that has the facility's food was dirty Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Refrigerator was cleaned |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Children in room 201 - preschool room and room 202- older toddlers. children were placed on the wrong cots according to the cot chart posted in the rooms 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.) All children will be assigned and placed on the correct cots. All cots will be labeled as well |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.121(b)/3270.123(a) - Given parents in writing/Signed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.121(b)/3270.123(a) Description: Given parents in writing/Signed Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have an update transportation policy Correction Required: At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements. An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Transportation policy has been updated |
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| 2026-01-12 | 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: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 1's file did not have documentation of a letter from the parent for vaccination exemption 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.) Letter from parent regarding vaccination exemption is in file |
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| 2026-01-12 | 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: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of shaken baby syndrome policy 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.) Shaken baby syndrome policy is on site |
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| 2026-01-12 | 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: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 12 did not have documentation of a current health assessment in fille 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.) Health assessment os on file for staff # 12 |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.181(d) - Dated signature affixed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(d) Description: Dated signature affixed Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 2's emergency contact was not signed by the parent Correction Required: Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #2's emergency contact was signed |
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| 2026-01-12 | 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: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of Delaware child abuse in file - Staff # 22's FBI clearance was incomplete Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- 22 may not work in a child care 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 #--22- may not work in a childcare at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1's clearance was obtained and submitted Staff # 22's provided requested documentation and is no longer at the facility |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61 Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The young toddler room located on the 1st floor, the afterschool room and preschool room located on the 2nd floor were not set up and ready to receive children Correction Required: Measurement and use of indoor child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All classrooms have been set up and ready to receive children |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The first aid kit in Rm 205 was missing tweezers and scissors 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.) Tweezers and scissors were placed in room 205's class |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The young toddler classroom located on the 1st floor, the afterschool room and preschool rooms located on the 2nd floor needed cleaning - the hole on right side of wall in room 205 needed repair -window sills in the preschool room had cobwebs and needed cleaning 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.) Classrooms have been cleaned and hole repaired |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Handwashing sign is needed in the young toddler room located on the 1st floor, room 202 and 205 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 signs have been placed in rooms 202 and 205 |
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| 2025-11-10 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-10-16 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-09-10 | NS- 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: During unannounced monitoring on 9/10/25., Cert Rep observed the following: As Cert rep entered the facility, Staff #1 and # 2 was observed in the outdoor play space with 7 young toddlers (1-year old). Cert rep observed Staff # 1 using a cellphone, with back turned to children. Cert Rep reported to the Supervisor (Staff # 3) that Staff # 1 was observed on the phone on the playground. Cert Rep and Supervisor (Staff # 3) went to the playground, and Staff # 1 was still on the phone with back turned to the children 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. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 was sent home following the incident. Staff # 1 received a written warning with a 3-day nonpaid suspension. Staff # 1 was required to take (2) supervision trainings prior to returning to work |
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| 2025-08-18 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-07-14 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 715/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2 was in a crib that was not labeled for Child #'2's individual use 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.) Crib was labeled for child # 2. Staff will receive instruction sheet outlining labeling and were retained |
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| 2025-07-14 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.166(5) - Six-months-old held | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(5) Description: Six-months-old held Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 7/15/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 was observed being in a bouncy chair drinking from a bottle and was not being held by Staff # 1 Correction Required: An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was verbally retrained with emphasis on age of child must be beyond 6 months. Staff is required to take on infant care training |
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| 2025-04-11 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: 1. CERT REP VISITED THE FACILITY FOR COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 4/16/25. CERT REP OBSERVED VIA FACILITY'S CAMERA FOOTAGE FOR 4/4/25, THAT STAFF # 2 AND # 3 WERE IN THE FACILITY'S BASEMENT PLAYSPACE WITH 7 PRESCHOOL CHILDREN (AGES 3-5 YEARS OLD). CERT REP OBSERVED STAFF # 1 DROPPING OFF CHILD # 1 IN THE PLAYSPACE TO STAFF # 2 AND # 3, THEN LEFT. CERT REP OBSERVED THAT BOTH STAF # 2 AND # 3 WERE SITTING AT THE TABLE, AND STAFF # 3 IS OBSERVED ON THE PHONE, AND STAFF # 2 WAS FOCUSED ON THE CHILD THAT WAS ON STAFF # 2'S LAP. CERT REP OBSERVED THE CHILDREN PLAYING ON BIKES WERE OUT OF THE VIEW OF STAFF # 2 AND # 3 AT DIFFERENT TIMES, CERT REP DID NOT OBSERVE CHILDREN BEING SUPERVISED. CERT REP LATER OBSERVED A FEW MINS LATER CHILD # 1 WALKING AWAY. AND WAS OBSERVED ON CAMERA IN THE SCHOOL AGE ROOM. CERT REP OBSERVED STAFF # 4 ENTERING THE PLAYSPACE, AND STAFF # 3 LEAVING. STAFF # 4 PROCEEDED TO BE ON THE PHONE. CHILD # 1 WAS OBSERVED BEING IN THE SCHOOL AGE ROOM ALONE LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT FOR ABOUT 45 MINS, THEN OBSERVED WALKING UP THE STEPS TO THE 1ST FLOOR ALONE. 2. ON 4/16/25, CERT REP OBSERVED STAFF # 5 IN THE OLDER TODDLER'S BATHROOM (CHILDREN 2 YEARS OLD) WITH 2 CHILDREN, AND 4 CHILDREN WERE OBSERVED IN THE CLASSROOM WITH 2 THERAPISTS THAT WERE NOT STAFF. CERT REP DID NOT OBSERVE THE 4 CHILDREN BEING SUPERVISED Correction Required: 1 .4.16.25- Children must be supervised at all times. - Implemented 6.12.25 2 .6.28.25- The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children through the Pa Keys. DHS will make the referral. 3. 6.28.25 - The legal entity will begin to use supervision checklist to count children as soon as the form has been approved form the Regional Office. The legal entity shall do this checklist for a minimum of 3 months from the date the checklist is approved and will send it to the Regional office weekly. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff's 2,3, and 4 were terminated immediately. Parents of Child # 1 were notified by phone, followed by an in-person meeting. with child#1's father. Director, regional director and mom via telephone. Director reported incident via phone and then through Pelican. Staff # 5 received a written warning concerning supervision incident. |
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| 2025-03-20 | Allocated 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: During unannounced inspection on 3/20/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert rep observed a blue couch that was ripped and accessible to children in the preschool classroom located on the 2nd floor 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 blue couch was removed from the classroom, and replacement was ordered |
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| 2025-03-20 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.134(a)/3270.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a)/3270.152 Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 3/20/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed Staff # 1 changed Child # 1's diaper, and did not wash the child's hands or their hands after diaper change Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 reviewed proper diaper/handwashing procedures with director |
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| 2025-03-20 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(b) Description: Surfaces cleaned Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 3/20/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert rep observed Staff # 1 did not sanitize the table after doing a diaper change Correction Required: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff completed training on BKC cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting |
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| 2025-03-20 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 3/20/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed peeling paint in the 2nd floor preschool classroom next to the door closest to the sink 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. 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.) Wall was painted where chipped paint was found |
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| 2024-10-28 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: The bouncy chairs located in the infant room were dirty 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.) Director took the bouncy chairs covers off to be washed |
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| 2024-10-28 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: The following children did not have a child service report in file- Child # 1, 3, and # 10 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.) CSR's will be completed within 6 months of enrollment and every 6 months there after |
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| 2024-10-28 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5) - Immunization record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5) Description: Immunization record Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 4, and # 6 had incomplete immunization records Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director informed parents of the immunizations that are required. They provided health assessments to show that they were done |
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| 2024-10-28 | 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: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 21 health assessment was dated 10/24/22 Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 21 will not be able to work until health assessment is completed |
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| 2024-10-28 | Renewal | 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(4) Description: Bottles labeled Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Bottle was observed in the infant room that was not labelled. 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.) Staff labelled all bottles that were located inside the classroom |
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| 2024-10-28 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4 had 6 clock hours of childcare training and not the mandatory 12 hours - Staff # 21 did not have documentation of 12 annual clock hours in file 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.) Staff completed all trainings required |
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| 2024-10-28 | 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: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 21, and #25 had the incorrect Pediatric CPR/First Aid training in file. Staff # 24's CPR/First Aid expired 9/2024 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.) Staff has 15 days to complete Pediatric CPR/First aid. Staff will not work alone with children, and will work with someone that has a complete file |
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| 2024-10-28 | 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: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 24's fire safety training was dated 3/2/23 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 completed necessary training |
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| 2024-10-28 | 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: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 10 did not have documentation of health and safety training in file 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 # 10 will be supervised and not be alone with children. Staff # 10 will be with another staff that has a completed file |
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| 2024-10-28 | Renewal | 3270.75(c)/3270.178 - Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c)/3270.178 Description: Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: The first aid kit on the facility's bus did not have water and 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. A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director placed water and soap in first aid kit |
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| 2024-10-28 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: - The YSA/OSA room located in the basement , had carpeting that was ripped, and needed cleaning -The bathroom in the basement was dirty and needed cleaning (corrected) -Peeling paint was observed in the YSA/OSA room -Floors in the kitchen needed cleaning ( corrected) 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. 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.) Staff will make sure the area is cleaned thoroughly every day |
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| 2024-10-28 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Handwashing signs were either missing or incorrect signage- kitchen sink, diapering table in the infant room, Older toddler room, 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.) Director placed new handwashing signs at all sinks and toilet locations |
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| 2024-05-29 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During complaint investigation on 5/29/24, It was reported that Staff # 1 and # 2 were outside on the playground with 10 preschool children (3-5 years old). Upon entering the building for lunch, Staff # 1 and # 2 left Child # 1 outside alone on the playground on 5/21/24. 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. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 were sent home immediately after incident. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 were written up with 3-day suspension. Both Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 were required to complete a supervision training on the playground prior to returning to work. Children will be supervised at all times. Apple Pie Chester management will complete the supervision monitoring form as required by DHS and emailed to cert rep weekly. Staff must supervise all children at all times. |
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| 2024-05-29 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: During complaint investigation on 5/29/24, It was reported that Staff # 1 and # 2 were outside on the playground with 10 preschool children (3-5 years old). Upon entering the building for lunch, Staff # 1 and # 2 left Child # 1 outside alone on the playground on 5/21/24. 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. Children must be supervised at all times. 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.) Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 were sent home immediately after incident. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 were written up with 3-day suspension. Both Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 were required to complete a supervision training on the playground prior to returning to work. Children will be supervised at all times. |
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| 2024-05-29 | 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: During complaint investigation on 5/29/24, there was no documentation of an incident report written for Child # 1 being left outside on the facility's playground on 5/21/24. 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.) An incident reported was created and given to the parent regarding what happened on 5/21/24. |
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| 2024-05-29 | 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: During unannounced monitoring on 5/29/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4 did not have Child abuse clearance in file to meet the requirements under 45-day provisional waiver hire, Staff # 4 also did not have rap sheet attached to FBI clearance Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 4- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 #--4- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 4 was removed from childcare facility until all required documents were obtained and sent to representative. |
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| 2024-05-29 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 5/29/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 4 did not have verification of education and 2 years of experience in file to qualify for the position of AGS. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 4 was removed from the facility until all proper documents are obtained and sent for verification. |
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| 2024-05-29 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.51 Description: Similar Age Level Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 5/29/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 was observed seeing inside the foyer and left 9 preschool children alone with Staff # 5 and # 6 outside on the playground that left them out of ratio - Staff # 2 and # 3 was observed in the 2nd floor older toddler classroom with 13 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 required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 was given a written warning for leaving the classroom out of ratio. Staff # 1 is required to take a supervision while outside on the playground training. Director removed 1 child out of the older toddler classroom to put them in proper ratio if 1;12 |
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| 2024-04-01 | Unannounced Monitoring | 20.71(b)(5) - Perpetrator in an indicated or founded report of child abuse | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 20.71(b)(5) Description: Perpetrator in an indicated or founded report of child abuse Noncompliance Area: Staff # 1, # 3 and # 4 were indicated on a report by CYO for child abuse for the incident that occurred on 4/1/24. Correction Required: A facility person who has been named as perpetrator in a founded/an indicated report of child abuse may not be present in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 was sent home and terminated. due to CYS. Staff # 3 also terminated and sent home. Staff # 3 also terminated her employment previously |
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| 2024-04-01 | 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: During unannounced monitoring on 4/1/24, Cert Rep observed Staff #1-3 on their cell phones in the classrooms and in the playroom at different periods of the day. 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. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. OCDEL will make referral to PA Keys for training to be competed through Keys. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff will take mandatory 2-hour supervision training. |
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| 2024-04-01 | 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: During unannounced monitoring on 4/1/24, Cert Rep observed Staff #1-3 on their cell phone in the classrooms and in the playroom at different periods of the day. 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. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff will set up the classroom environment so that they can continually supervise and access children if necessary. Staff will carefully position themselves so they can supervise the children. Additionally, cell phones must be put away or a write up will occur. Children will be supervised at all times. |
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| 2024-04-01 | 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: During complaint investigation on 4/1/24, based on Cert Rep's investigation, Staff # 1 did not complete an incident report for Child # 1 on the day of the incident to Child # 1's parent. 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.) In our staff meeting Apple pie management will review with all staff the DHS incident report requirement which is the same as Apple Pie incident report policy. Management will stress the need to complete all incidents and have them signed by parents on the day of the incident. |
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| 2024-02-22 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(3) Description: Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 2/22/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have documentation of health assessment in file. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 is no longer employed with us through the temp agency. Eligible for rehire once paperwork is in compliance. |
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| 2024-02-22 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 2/22/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file. Staff# 2 had a reference that was written by a family member. 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.) Non family reference provided. |
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| 2024-02-22 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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: During unannounced monitoring on 2/22/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of Pediatric CPR/First Aid in file 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.) Staff # 1 is no longer employed with us through the temp agency. Eligible for rehire once paperwork is in compliance. |
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| 2024-02-22 | 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: During unannounced monitoring on 2/22/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of FBI, NSOR, and disclosure statement in file 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 childcare 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 childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 is no longer employed with us through temp agency. Eligible for rehire once paperwork is in compliance. |
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| 2024-02-22 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 2/22/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of high school diploma in file to qualify as an AGS Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 is no longer employed with us through the temp agency. Eligible for rehire once paperwork is in compliance . |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - children in the infant room were in beds not labeled for the child that was using the bed - not enough rest equipment in the room for the number of infants that were present 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.) Maintenance put more beds in the classroom for each individual child. Staff did label each bed individually. |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(f) Description: 2 feet apart Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - the placement of the cots did not have at least 2 feet of space on 3 sides in the playroom where the children from the Panda room were sleeping, and the fireflies room Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was made aware of their mistakes. |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 15 was observed on her cellphone and not supervising children during nap time. 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. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was written up and received a warning for being on the cell phone and not supervising the children in care. Childre will be supervised at all times. |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2's file last child service report was dated 6/29/23 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.) CSR was completed and placed in the wrong file. |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Emergency contacts were not present in the Caterpillar room, Panda room, for all that children that were 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will bring bag packs when they leave their classroom. |
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| 2024-01-03 | 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: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 and Staff # 16 did not have documentation of the mandated 1-hr health and safety training in file 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.) The director will make sure all required training is in every staff person file. Director will ensure that all required training is completed at the required time frame. |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 23 did not have 2 nonfamily references in file 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.) Two reference letters were written for staff's files. |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 5 's file had documentation of 6 clock hours of childcare training and not the required 12 hours - Staff # 13's file had documentation of 11 clock hours of childcare training and not the required 12 hours - Staff # 17s file had documentation of 10 clock hours of childcare training and not the required 12 hours 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.) Staff completed all required training. |
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| 2024-01-03 | 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: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - staff # 6 did not have documentation of ire safety training in file 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.) Make sure all completed training is placed in file. Training was completed but not in file. |
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| 2024-01-03 | 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: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 and # 23 did not have documentation of Delaware Child abuse in file -Staff # 6's state police clearance was dated 5/30/18, and FBi dated 6/12/18 - Staff # 11 did not have a completed FBI, and NSOR clearance in file Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # --2, 6,11, and # 23 may not work in a childcare 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 #--2,6,11, and # 23 - may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Make sure all clearances are completed and receipts/clearances are included. Staff that was cited will not be working in a childcare position. |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.35(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Associate's + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.35(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Associate's + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 13 listed as Group supervisor did not have documentation of education in file to qualify as GS. Correction Required: A group supervisor shall have an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director received paperwork from staff . |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 16 did not have verification of 2500 childcare hours to be qualified as AGS Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director received new paperwork from staff . |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - missing outlet covers in the play space located on the 2nd floor Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Outlet cover was put in place. |
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| 2024-01-03 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 1/25/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Peeling paint in the play space located on the 2nd floor, and peeling paint in the play space located in the basement - Pillows and chair in the Cubs room were dirty, and cracked tiles 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. 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.) Maintenance painted peeled paint and fixed cracked tiles. Pillows and chairs were thrown away. |
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| 2023-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.102(g) - Hazardous toys and equipment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(g) Description: Hazardous toys and equipment Noncompliance Area: On February 2, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a recalled infant seat being used by an infant at the time of inspection. (Corrected on site). Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of inspection, the provider removed the recalled infant seat from the classroom. |
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| 2023-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.119 - Infant sleep position | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.119 Description: Infant sleep position Noncompliance Area: On February 2, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of classroom visits there was an infant (four months old) sleeping in a bouncy seat. (Corrected on site). Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of inspection, after speaking with staff, the sleeping infant was moved to the proper crib. |
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| 2023-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: On February 2, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1 did not have an updated annual health report on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have the parent bring in an updated health assessment. |
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| 2023-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.166(1) - Written statement | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(1) Description: Written statement Noncompliance Area: On February 2, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The infants did not have a written feeding schedule provided by the parents. Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will create feeding schedule document for the infant parent to complete. |
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| 2023-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.66(c) - Toxic use- no contamination | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(c) Description: Toxic use- no contamination Noncompliance Area: On February 2, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There were several toxic (keep out of reach of the children) hand soaps located in each classroom and bathroom throughout the facility. (Corrected on site). Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of inspection, the provider removed all hand soap and locked them away. |
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| 2023-02-02 | 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: On February 2, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was peeling paint located in the second-floor preschool classroom #3. 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.) Provider will repair all chipped paint. |
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| 2023-02-02 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: On February 2, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a toilet that would not flush located in the first-floor bathroom. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have someone come out to repair the toilet. |
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| 2022-10-20 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(c) Description: No ridicule or threaten harm Noncompliance Area: ON OCTOBER 20, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION. AFTER COMPLETING INTERVIEWS WITH STAFF, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT STAFF PERSON #1 PUNHISHED A SCHOOL AGE CHILD BY MAKING THE CHILD STAND AND HOLD UP HANDS ABOVE THEIR HEAD FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME. Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have staff person complete training on working with children that have challenging behaviors and discipline within a childcare setting. |
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| 2022-02-09 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: ON FEBRUARY 9TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED AN UNANOUNCED INVESTIGATION VISIT. AFTER INVESTIGATION OF THIS INCIDENT, IT WAS VERIFIED THAT A HEATED ARGUMENT WITH HARSH LANGUAGE DID OCCURE IN THE CLASSROOM WITH CHILDREN PRESENT. STAFF PERSON #1 HAD TO BE ESCORTED FROM THE CLASSROOM DUE TO THE HARSH LANGUAGE BEING USED. Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider stated that the staff persons involved in the classroom argument are no longer employed at the facility. |
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| 2022-02-09 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(c) Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Noncompliance Area: ON FEBRUARY 9TH, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION VISIT; AT THE TIME OF THIS VISIT THERE WERE 96 CHILDREN PRESENT. STAFF PERSON #1 (WHO DOES NOT HAVE DIRECTOR QUALIFICATIONS) WAS PRESENT RUNNUNG THE FACILITY. STAFF #1 ONLY HAS A HIGHSCHOOL DIPLOMA ON FILE. Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider has put in an employment add to interview and hire a Director with the proper qualifications. |
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| 2022-01-26 | 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: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE OUTDOOR PLAY EQUIPTMENT WAS DIRTY AND IN BAD REPAIR. SEVERAL BIKES WERE BROKEN IN POOR CONDITION. 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.) Provider will have someone come out to clean all outdoor play equipment and remove all broken bikes. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2026, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; STAFF PERSON #8 DID NOT KNOW THE NAME OF A CHILD IN HER CARE. STAFF PERSON #6, #9, #10, AND #11 (LOCATED IN THE PRESCHOOL CLASSROOMS) WERE NOT ASSIGNED THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUPERVISION OF SPECIFIC CHILDREN. Correction Required: 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.) Provider will have staff complete primary caregiver list on a daily basis. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION; THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM FOR CHILD #1, #2 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE THE PHYSICIAN ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have parents complete missing information on the emergency contact form. |
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| 2022-01-26 | 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: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION; THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM FOR CHILD #3 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ENROLLING PARENTS WORK PHONE NUMBERS AND ADDRESS. 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.) Provider will have parents complete the work information on the emergency contact forms. |
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| 2022-01-26 | 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: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION; THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM FOR CHILD #6 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY NUMBERS. 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.) Provider will have parents add the policy number to the emergency contact form. |
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| 2022-01-26 | 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: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION; THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM FOR CHILD #6 DID NOT INCLUDE THE RELEASE PERSONS ADDRESS. 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.) Provider will have the parents complete the release person address on the child's emergency contact form. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.124(d) - Excursions | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(d) Description: Excursions Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE SCHOOL BUS TRANSPORTATION CHECK, THE BUS USED TO TRANSPORT SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN TO AND FROM SCHOOL DID NOT HAVE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS FOR EACH CHILD. Correction Required: When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will add all school age emergency contact forms to the school bus bag to be used when picking up and dropping off children. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(b) Description: Surfaces cleaned Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, AFTER CHANGING A BABY STAFF PERSON #7 DID NOT WASH THE DIAPER CHANGING SURFACE WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION OR BY CHANGING A PAD OR OTHER CURFACE COVERING. (CORRECTED ON SITE). Correction Required: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of inspection, when chaining another infant the diaper changing table was washed down after use. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.152 Description: Adult Hygiene Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING LUNCH TIME, AFTER CLEANING THE NOSE OF AN INFANT STAFF PERSON #6 DID NOT WASH HANDS PRIOR TO SERVING BABY FOOD TO ANOTHER CHILD. Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will speak with all staff about proper handwashing during meal times. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(4) Description: Bottles labeled Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; INFANT AND TODDLER BOTTLES/SIPPY CUPS WERE NOT LABELED. (CORRECTED ON SITE). 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.) At the time of inspection provider had teachers label all infant bottles and toddler sippy cups. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.172(a) - Written parental consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.172(a) Description: Written parental consent Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A TRANSPERTATION CHECK; THE SCHOOL BUS DRIVER DID NOT HAVE SIGNED PARENT CONSENT FOR CHILDREN TO RIDE THE BUS TO AND FROM SCHOOL. Correction Required: Transportation by the facility requires written parental consent, except for transportation of school-age children who are transported to or from a child care facility in vehicles owned or operated by the school district. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have the parents for all school age children sign a consent form to ride the school bus. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.175(d) - School bus/16 or more/exempt | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.175(d) Description: School bus/16 or more/exempt Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A TRANSPERTATION CHECK; STAFF PERSON #6 WHO TRANSPORTS CHILDREN TO AND FROM SCHOOL (IN A YELLOW SCHOOL BUS) DID NOT HAVE A CDL LICENSE ON FILE. Correction Required: A school bus with a seating capacity of 16 or more children used in transporting preschool or school-age children is exempt from the requirements established by §3270.175(a)-(c). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will put in an add to interview and hire a CDL driver to operate the school bus. The school but will not be driven by any non-CDL licensed drivers. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2 AND #3 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have staff get verification of childcare experience form completed and add to staff records. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv) Description: Transcript, diploma and letters Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF EDUCATION OR SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have staff person bring in transcripts from high school. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 AND #5 ONLY INCLUDED ONE NON FAMILY REFERENCE LETTER WAS ON FILE. 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.) Provider will have staff bring in one more reference letter to put on file. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES OR CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will add needed accommodations to the facilities current emergency plan. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THERE WAS NO EMERGENCY DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will create an Emergency Drill log to post in the facility. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #6 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED ANNUAL EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of inspection, the staff person was given the emergency plan overview and signed off on the training. |
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| 2022-01-26 | 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: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 DID NOT HAVE A CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE ON FILE. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2, AND #4 DID NOT HAVE AN NSOR CLERANCE ON FILE. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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.) Provider will have staff check on clearance status. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.37(b)/3270.37(b)(3) - Aide qualifications/8th grade + 2 yrs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.37(b)/3270.37(b)(3) Description: Aide qualifications/8th grade + 2 yrs Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF EDUCATION OR PROOF OF TWO YEARS OF EXPERIENCE WITH CHILDREN. Correction Required: An aide shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified in §3270.37(b)(1)-(3).An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have staff person provide verification of employment and education. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE OUTLETS LOCATED IN THE HALLWAY OF THE 1ST FLOOR DID NOT HAVE PROTECTIVE COVERS. (CORRECTED ON SITE). Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of inspection all plug covers were replaced. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A SCHOOL BUS WALKTHROUGH; THERE WAS A BUCKET TOXIC CLEANING MATERIALS LOCATED IN THE BACK OF THE BUS ASSESSIBLE TO THE CHILDREN. (CORRECTED ON SITE). 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.) At the time of inspection the toxic cleaning materials was removed from the school bus. |
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| 2022-01-26 | Renewal | 3270.75(c)/3270.178 - Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c)/3270.178 Description: Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit Noncompliance Area: ON JANUARY 26TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CHECKED ALL FIRST AID KITS. THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED ON THE SCHOOL BUS THAT IS USED FOR EXCURSIONS DID NOT CONTAIN A BOTTLE OF WATER, SOAP, GLOVES OR TWEEZERS. (CORRECTED ON SITE). 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. A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of inspection, missing items were added to the school bus first aid kit. |
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