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Ms Carmens Learning Center

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
263 S 60th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
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Quick Facts

Capacity
39 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (267) 233-7945
263 S 60th St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00243725
License Issued
Sep 30, 2025
Expired
Sep 30, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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MS CARMENS LEARNING CENTER is a Child Care Center in PHILADELPHIA PA, with a maximum capacity of 39 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

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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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(1) - Name, address, and phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(1)

Description: Name, address, and phone

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, & 2, did not include their telephone number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Phones numbers are now recorded on Staff 1 and 2 files.
2026-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, & 2, did not include acceptable verification of experience, nor education.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 and 2 have submitted proof of correspondence to the school district, and their request for verification of education is being processed.
2026-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, & 2, did not include a current health assessment nor a PPD.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 and 2 have obtained their health assessment and PPD
2026-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, & 2, did not include two written, nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 and 2 now have 2 written, non family, references in their files
2026-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.21/3270.76 - General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21/3270.76

Description: General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: While conducting my inspection I observed that the vent in the kitchen was dirty and full of dust.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Kitchen vent and all vents have been cleaned and dust-free.
2026-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Our facility Emergency Plan now includes accommodations for Infants and Toddlers during emergencies.
2026-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3 the owner and director did not contain a current child abuse clearance. Staff 1 & 2 both hired in January 2026, did not contain a signed disclosure.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1, 2, and 3, may not work in a child care 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 and 2 have since completed disclosures. Staff 3 has obtained their children abuse clearance.
2026-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the facility has peeling paint in a few areas in their main space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All peeling paint has been repaired by way of covering it with contact paper. No peeling paint is exposed.
2026-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not conducted a fire drill since 7/9/2025.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A fire drill was conducted on March 13, 2026.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the refrigerator did not have a thermostat.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The refrigerator has been equipped with a working thermometer.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) - Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 6, did not include the fee amount, nor the date the fee is due.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children 1 and 6 files have been amended to include the weekly fee for child care service, as well as the date of payment.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, did not include their date of admission.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 3's file has been amended to show the date of admission.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 4, did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 4's file has been amended to show the home and work addresses and telephone numbers.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 6, did not include policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 6's file has been amended to the policy number of insurance policy.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1-3, & 5-8, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children 1-3 and 5-8 files have been amended to show the name, address and telephone number of persons to whom child may be released.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.133(7) - Medication log Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(7)

Description: Medication log

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 6, did not have a medication log.

Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 6's file has been amended to show a complete and accurate medical log with parent signature.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, 3, &, 9, did not include an updated emergency contact sheet, nor an agreement form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children 2,3, and 9's files have been amended to show an updated emergency Contact Form and Agreement.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.192(1) - Name, address, and phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(1)

Description: Name, address, and phone

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3 did not include verification of their address.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Documentation showing verification of address has been added to the file for staff 3.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include acceptable verification of experience, or education.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 2 has provided verification of experience and education, and placed in the file
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include a current health assessment.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current health assessment has been submitted and placed on file for Staff 2
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2 did not include two written, nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 2 has submitted two written references, non-family, and placed in file.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not complete their health & safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 has presented her Health & Safety Training, which will be forwarded for review.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit was accessible to the children.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The first aid kit has been moved to a location out of the reach of all children.
2025-08-07 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit was missing 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Soap has been added to the first aid kit.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.111(a) - Written plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(a)

Description: Written plan

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the playroom did not have a posted daily schedule.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will arrange for a play schedule to be posted.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) - Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child ren 6, 7, 10, did not contain the fee amount or their day to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the agreement form will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that children 1-5, 8-10, did not contain a current Child Service Report (CSR).

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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will ensure that each child get an updated CSR every 6 months.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, did not contain the child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the agreement form will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 4, did not contain the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the agreement form will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3, 6, 7, 9, 10, did not contain the date of the child's admission.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the agreement form will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 9, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the emergency contact sheet will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 6, 7, 9, 10, did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the emergency contact sheet will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 6, 7, 10, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the emergency contact sheet will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 5, 10 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the emergency contact sheet will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the room did not have emergency contact sheet for the children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will obtain and submit emergency contact sheet and place them in the room.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have a posted emergency transportation plan in the rooms.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All required postings will always be posted.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 3, did not have an updated physical.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will ensure that child 1, 3, get a current physical.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3)/3270.135(b) - Disposable diapers/Surfaces cleaned Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)/3270.135(b)

Description: Disposable diapers/Surfaces cleaned

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the infant room did not have a hands free trash can. I also observed staff 5 did not wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will ensure that the room gets a hands free trash can. Staff 5 will take a training on the importance of hand washing.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.14 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1.Prevention/identification of maltreatment

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will ensure that all new policies and procedures are created.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the bottles in the infant room were not labeled.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will label all bottles.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have its local traffic safety letter.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make sure that our annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility is sent out.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.171(b) - Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(b)

Description: Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their pick-up and drop-off procedures posted.

Correction Required: Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes shall be appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will ensure that our pick-up and drop-off procedures are posted.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that children 1-5 and 8-10 did not contain updated emergency contacts sheets, or agreement forms.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make sure that all children have an updated emergency contact sheet & agreement form.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 3, 6, 7, 8, and 10, did not have all the signed parental consent on their emergency contact sheet.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the emergency contact sheet will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.182(4) - Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(4)

Description: Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 3, did not contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All areas on the emergency contact sheet will be completed.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.191 - Individual Records Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 8, did not have a file at all.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will ensure that all staff have a complete file.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) - Name, address, and phone/Age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)

Description: Name, address, and phone/Age

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 4, 5, and 6 did not include the name, address and telephone number, or their verification of age.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will arrange for staff to provide proof of their age and address.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 6, 7, did not include acceptable verification of experience, education or training. Staff 3, 4, 5, did not include acceptable verification of experience.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make sure that each staff person has verification of their experience, as well as education.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 4, did not include a PPD.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will ensure that all staff have a minimum of one PPD.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.192(4) - CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(4)

Description: CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 5 hired on March 2023, & staff 6 hired on September 2023, & staff 7 hired on September 2017, did not contain their child abuse clearance, or their state police clearance. Staff 5, 6, did not have a signed disclosure statement, and staff 1 hired on January 2021, & staff 7 hired on September2019 did not have their mandated reporter training.

Correction Required: 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1, 5, 6, and 7, will always comply with CPSL. Staff 4 will not work at the facility until in full compliance with CPSL.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3-6 did not include two written, nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will have two written, nonfamily references in their file always.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted an emergency drill in the last year.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will create an emergency drill log and practice different emergencies drills at least once a year.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility had not updated/reviewed their emergency plan in the last year.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will review/update our emergency plan every year.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-7, did not contain their annual emergency plan training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All incoming and current staff will receive emergency plan training when they are hired, and annually after that.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make sure that we send our emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2-5, did not contain their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make sure that all staff take their 12 clock hours of childcare training annually.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 5-7, did not contain a written evaluation.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff receive a written evaluation in their file every 12 months.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed staff 5 leaving the room which left the other teacher out of ratio.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 5 will take a training on the importance of supervision and ratio.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the floor was peeling up in the playroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make all necessary repairs to make sure that the facility is always in good repair and free of hazards.
2024-06-21 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that peeling paint on the yellow & blue wall in the front room, and on the green wall in the playroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will repair all damaged paint.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, Certification representative observed that 2 play toys in the front room were soiled.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Wipe down the soiled toys.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, certification representative observed that the room section divider was flimsy and unsafe as children were playing and hitting it and the divider tipped over and almost fell on other children in a different area.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider took down the room divider and removed the safety hazard.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, certification representative reviewed the files for child #1 and Child #2. The files did not have the child admission date listed on the Agreement/ Child Service Report.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Put the admission dates on the agreement in Child #1 and child #2 file.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, certification representative observed that provider did not notify the local traffic safety authorities, annually in writing, of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will notify the local traffic authorities in writing as required by the regulations.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.182(2) - Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(2)

Description: Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, certification representative reviewed the files for child #1 and Child #2. The files did not have the child admission date listed on the Agreement/ Child Service Report.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will put the admission dates on the agreement in Child #1 and child#2 file.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, certification representative observed that the current Certificate of Compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider posted a copy of the current certificate of compliance on the parent board.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, certification representative observed that a current copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates had not been sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency annually as required by the regulations.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will send an updated copy of emergency plan to the Office of Emergency Management.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, certification representative reviewed the personnel file for staff person #1. The file of staff person #1 (see LIS for Hire date), does not contain a completed NSOR Clearance which is required under CPSL regulations. The file for staff person #1 also does not contain copies of request for the NSOR Clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff Person # 1-must be removed from a childcare position by the close of business. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 will be removed from their childcare position until the NSOR requirements have been met.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, certification representative observed that there were toxics (Lysol & hand sanitizer) on the desk in the office, and also Lysol disinfection spray on the sink in the boys bathroom. Certification representative observed children entering both spaces and the toxics were accessible to the children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Put toxic substances on a shelf that the children did not have access to.
2023-08-16 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 8/16/2023, certification representative observed that there was chipped paint on the front wall right side, and on the red wall, and in the back room there is chipping plaster on the blue, green, and red walls.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will repaint or cover up the areas where the paint and plaster is chipping off the wall.
2022-11-07 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection dated 11/7/2022, certification representative observed that the facility did not have a Lock Down policy in their emergency plan.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Added a Lock Down policy to the facilty emergency plan.
2022-11-07 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection dated 11/7/2022, certification representative reviewed the file for staff #1 and staff #2. Staff #1 has not completed the following required preservice training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter Training and Pediatric CPR/First Aid. Staff # 2 has not completed the Mandated Reporter Training. Continued non-compliance from unannounced inspection conducted 9/26/2022.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person will have until 11/22/2022 to complete the required training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 and staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or a primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
2022-11-07 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection dated 11/7/2022 certification representative reviewed documentation in the file of staff person #1 and staff person #2. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 have not completed Mandated Reporter Training. Continued non-compliance from unannounced inspection dated 9/26/2022.

Correction Required: Facility Person must be removed from child care position by the close of business

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The only acceptable plan is removing staff person #1 and staff person #2 from a child care position.
2022-11-07 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection dated 11/7/2022, certification representative observed that in the infant room there was desitin, and vasaline, on the changing table shelf that was accessible to children. Also, in the back bathroom under the sink there was Aristat D disenfectant, Hand sanitizer, and Bioneat Hand soap that was accessible to children

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider put the chemicals in the infant room up on a shelf out of reach of children and the bathroom toxics were put jnto a locked closet.
2022-11-07 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection dated 11/7/2022 certification representative observed that two blue walls and one green wall in the back room had chipped paint.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Painted over the spots that needed to be painted.
2022-09-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 9/26/2022 certification representative observed that a 2 year old child was sleeping on a bean bag chair and not appropriate rest equipment.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will throw in the trash or remove the bean bag from facility.
2022-09-26 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced complaint investigation dated 9/26/2022 regarding a complaint, certification representative observed that at approximately 1:30PM staff #4 left the child care space to answer the front door and left 13 children unsupervised. Staff #4 remained at front door while using the telephone and left the 13 children unsupervised.

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. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that children are supervised at all times.
2022-09-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection dated 9/26/2022, certification representative observed staff person #1 caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety unsupervised: Health and Safety training, Pediatric CPR/First Aid Training, and Mandated Reporter Training.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or a primary staff member who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1 , staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility
2022-09-26 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

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 the unannounced complaint investigation on 9/26/2022, certification representative observed that an incident occurred involving child # 1 and an Incident report was not given to the parent the same day as the incident.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure to give parents incident reports on the day that the incident occurs and obtain their signature.
2022-09-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection dated 9/26/2022, certification representative observed staff person #1 caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety unsupervised: Health and Safety training, Pediatric CPR/First Aid Training, and Mandated Reporter Training

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or a primary staff member who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1 , staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility
2022-09-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection dated 9/26/2022 certification representative observed that staff person #1 has not completed the following required preservice training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS sheet): Mandated reporter Training, Health and Safety Training, and Pediatric CPR/First Aid.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 10/11/2022 to complete the required training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children by an AGS or primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Continued noncompliance as of 11/7/2022.
2022-09-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection dated 9/26/2022, certification representative reviewed documentation in the file of facility person #1. See code Sheet for hire date of staff #1. Facility person # 1 does not have a completed child abuse Clearance, FBI Fingerprinting Clearance, or NSOR Clearance. Furthermore, on 9/26/2022 the facility person was observed in a toddler room working alone with children and was not in the vicinity of a permanent employee.

Correction Required: Facility person # 1 must be removed from a child care position by the close of business.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The only acceptable plan is removing staff person #1 from a child care position. Continued noncompliance as of 11/7/2022.
2022-09-26 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.55(a) - Toddler and preschool children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.55(a)

Description: Toddler and preschool children

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced complaint investigation dated 9/26/2022, At approximately 1:30PM certification representative observed 13 sleeping YT/OT children in the front main room with staff #3.

Correction Required: The staff:child ratio while toddlers and preschoolers are napping is one staff person to 10 young toddlers, one staff person to 12 older toddlers, one staff person to 20 preschool children

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have the appropriate number of staff per ratio requirements while children are napping.
2022-09-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection toxic wipes and cleaning materials were in the back room near the changing table and were accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Removed and safely locked up.
2022-09-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the unanounced inspection dated 9/26/2022, certification representative observed that the floor in the back room was buckling and the corner molding piece was partially detached from the wall.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have the maintenance man repair the buckling floor and the corner molding.
2022-09-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection completed on 9/26/2022, staff observed chipped paint on two green walls towards the back of facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have the maintenance man fix all the walls.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Observed kitchen set that was loose, also the plastic lid to crayons was cracked. Both pose potential scratch/pinch points. Violations must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider tightened the loose shelf of kitchen set, and removed the cracked lid from crayon bin.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: Observed wooden fence being used in the toddler space was not bolted posed tipping hazard. Violations must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider bolted wooden fence to the floor and wall.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: Observed in the play space daily activity was not posted. Violations must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider placed a copy of daily activity in play space area.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.151(c)(4) - Information re: medical problems Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(4)

Description: Information re: medical problems

Noncompliance Area: Staff person#1 health assessment did not include verification that staff was cleared to provide child care. Violations must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 was given a new health assessment, she will have it filled out on Thursday March 31 at 3pm by her doctor. Again, staff person #1 may not return to care for children until health assessment is complete.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Staff person# 1-3 did not have verification of emergency plan training. Violation must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance. Violation must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider submitted verification of emergency plan training for identified staff persons.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Staff person#1, higher date 9/6/19, did not have proof of completed state police clearance on file, or completed FBI rap sheet on file at facility. Violation must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 will be put on temporary leave effective today. Staff person #1 has scheduled another finger printing clearance scheduled for Tuesday March 29,22 at 1:40pm. Staff person may not return until results are returned and sufficient.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Associate's + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Associate's + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 did not have verification of 2years of prior child care experience on file at the facility. Violation must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained 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 3 years of experience with children.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider is submitting documentation for staff person #2 showing verification of 2 years of prior child care experience. Attachments include another CDA in family child care, as well as an employment verification form for private care.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.62(c) - Space safe for large muscle activity Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.62(c)

Description: Space safe for large muscle activity

Noncompliance Area: Observed lunch tables and chairs in the designated play space area. Violations must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

Correction Required: Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider removed all tables and chairs from the play space area.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: Observed first-aide kit in playroom was missing disposable gloves. Violations must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider placed disposable gloves in first-aide kit.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Observed chipped/peeling paint on right-hand side wall in main child care room. Violations must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider applied fresh coat of paint on all chipped/peelings on the wall.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: Observed correct hand washing signs were not posted. Signs indicated how to wash hands not when to wash hands. Violations must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider placed correct hand washing signs in all appropriate spaces.
2022-03-24 Initial review 3270.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: Observed there was no evacuation plan posted in the front room or the play space of the facility. Violations must be corrected prior to issuance of initial certificate of compliance.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider posted evacuation routes in both front rom and play space of the facility.

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