Noahs Ark Child Center
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Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated 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: On 4/8/26 at 8:53 am, in room #7, staff #1 was supervising 11 preschool age children. Staff #1 left the room to take 1 child to another room. During that time, the other 10 preschool aged children in room #7 were 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has been told children are never to be left alone and it will not happen again. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 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 4/8/26 at 8:53 am, in room #7, staff #1 was supervising 11 preschool age children. Staff #1 left the room to take 1 child to another room. During that time, the other 10 preschool aged children in room #7 were unsupervised. 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.) My apologies but this seems to be the same violation incident as previously listed, but in response we use walkies to communicate and as soon as the staff person was over the ratio was corrected |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: In room #3, a soiled diaper was disposed of in a trash can that was not hands-free. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A hands free can was put in the room immediately and a picture was sent to the inspector on 4/8/26 |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 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: Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #-1does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first- aid/CPR training expiration date of (9/18/23). Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person did have Pediatric First Aid and CPR but a copy was not in the file. A copy was forwarded to our inspector on Wed, April 1st and placed in the file. Staff person was observed escorting a child across a hallway that is about 5 feet because a child that was just dropped off needed to go to the room right next door for staff person to be in ratio. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 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: The file for staff #2 lacked proof of education. 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.) Staff file transcripts were sent to the inspector 4/8/26 |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: There were 2 exposed screws coming off the floor mats in the playground. Correction Required: 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.) Our play yard is closed for winter and due to the wind and harsh weather every year we need to replace floor mats. We are in the process of fixing any damage and usually reopen it the beginning of May each year. The floor mats will be replaced and rescrewed before children are able to play in the play yeard. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility emergency plan lacked accommodations for, 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Corrected Emer Plan to include toddlers and a picture was sent to the inspector. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility emergency drill was not conducted annually. According to the emergency drill log the last emergency drill was conducted on 9/17/24. 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.) Emergency drill will be conducted on 4/2/26. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: Staff person#3 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated (3/25/21). Staff person#4 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated (12/30/20). Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #3 and #4 have completed the Mandated Reporter training and certificates of completion were sent to the inspector 4/8/26. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 lacked Child Abuse clearance and contained a disclosure statement that was not dated. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #-2may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #2 did have her Child Abuse completed and verified but lacked the hard copy for her file. Childline was called and are sending a hard copy in the mail. Staff #2 has been told she cannot return to work until that form is received and forwarded to the inspector. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.51 Description: Similar Age Level Noncompliance Area: On 4/8/26 at 8:52 am, Staff #1 was working alone in room #7 with 11 preschool age 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 was aware that she was over by one child. She radioed on the walkie and was able to give a child to the room next door so she was within legal ratio according to state regs. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 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: There was a multiplug with an uncovered electrical outlet on top of a table accessible to children 5 years of age or younger in room #3. 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.) Receptacle was covered and a picture was sent to the inspector on 4/8/26. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: There was a babyganics moisturizing lotion and a Cashmere whipped oil butter label " keep out of reach of children". accessible to children in room #3. 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.) Lotion was removed and placed in a locked closet and a picture was sent to the inspector on 4/8/26 |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.67(d) Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Noncompliance Area: There was trash in a garbage can without plastic - lined in room #6. Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Room # 6 is not being used however paper was removed from can and a liner was placed inside. A picture of this was sent to the inspector on 4/8/26. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: There was a ripped window blind in room #8. The interlocking mats in the playgrounds were not securely connected creating gaps between sections creating a potential tripping hazard. Also, debris and leaves were observed on the playground surface. 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.) Blind was bought and will be replaced within the next few days and a picture was sent to the inspector will the bling temporarily taped and mats will be fixed or removed |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 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: There was peeling paint on the bottom of the wall by the black board in room# 8. There was peeling paint on the yellow by the refrigerator in room # 6. There was damaged plaster on the wall between the supplies closet and the bathroom on the first floor. There was peeling paint on the stairway going down to the SA room. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Room # 8 and #6 peeling paint have been fixed and a picture was sent to the inspector |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: There was a broken toilet in the 1st 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.) Toilet was out of order temporarily and was blocked off from the children. We are in the process of getting a new wax ring and will take a picture within the allotted inspection time and send it to the inspector. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: According to the Fire Detection System Test Log, the tests were greater than 30 days apart from 1/26/26 to 4/8/26. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the future fire drills will be conducted no more than 30 days apart. Was activated during the inspection. |
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| 2025-09-03 | 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: There was a broken toy boat, a recorder with broken bottoms, a cracked bin and a broken tag with sharp edges in room # 8. There were two cracked bins in room # 6. There was a ripped toy baby carrier in room #5. There were two cracked bins and one cracked lid in the S/A room. 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.) Teacher immediately removed broken toys |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.106(j) - Prohibit items in crib | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(j) Description: Prohibit items in crib Noncompliance Area: There was a baby sleeping in a car seat that was placed in a crib in the infant room. There was a toy hanging in the crib while the baby was sleeping. Correction Required: Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Teacher immediately removed child from car seat in the pack n play |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked CRS. 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. 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.) Child files will be updated every 6 mo according to PA code regulations |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 3 and 7 contained a n original agreement form. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) For child Files 3 and 7, Contract Agreements were copied and the original was given to the parent |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacked information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This Child's EC form had no special needs listed |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 3 lacked health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. 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.) Child's Heath Insurance Coverage was received and a picture was sent to the inspector 10/1/25 |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The file for children, # 1,2,4,5 and 6 lacked an updated emergency contact form and agreement form at least once in a 6-month period. Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents will sign and update listed child files and a picture will be sent to the inspector by 10/6/25 |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(3) - ACIP recommended immunization record /Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: ACIP recommended immunization record /Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The file for child# 4 lacked an immunization record. Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child # 4 must be dismissed from care by close of business 9/3/25 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent was contacted and provided the immunization records and a picture was sent to the inspector on 10/1/25 |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: The Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol for child #8 was expired . the expiration date was 10/24. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Medication was immediately removed and later given to the parent. |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 1 contained a current health report dated 8/19/25 that was not obtained within 24 months of the previous report dated 7/11/23. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Office and staff will do a better job maintaining current physical dates |
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| 2025-09-03 | 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: Staff person # 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of the date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. 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 will take CPR/First Aid with in required 90 days of start. Picture of CPR/First Aid was sent to inspector on 10/1 |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: Staff person # 2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated (1/20/19). Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Office will make sure all staff required forms are on time |
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| 2025-09-03 | 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: The file for staff #4 contained a current State Police clearances dated 4/9/25 that was not renewed within 60 months from the previous State Police clearances dated 2/12/20. The file for staff #4 contained a current Child Abuse clearances dated 4/16/25 that was not renewed within 60 months from the previous State Police clearances dated 2/28/20. The file for staff #4 contained a current FBI clearances dated 4/23/25 that was not renewed within 60 months from the previous FBI clearances dated 2/22/20. The file for staff #4 contained a current NSOR clearances dated 4/10/25 that was not renewed within 60 months from the previous NSOR clearances dated 11/6/19. The file for staff # 5 contained a current State Police clearances dated 4/9/25 that was not renewed within 60 months from the previous State Police clearances dated 2/12/20. The file for staff #4 contained a current Child Abuse clearances dated 4/16/25 that was not renewed within 60 months from the previous State Police clearances dated 2/28/20. The file for staff #4 contained a current FBI clearances dated 4/17/25 that was not renewed within 60 months from the previous FBI clearances dated 2/28/20. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will make sure all staff persons are within the required times for clearance renewals |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: There was a Febreze Gain can on top of a changing table label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in the 2nd-floor bathroom. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All required cleaning agents shall be placed up high out of the reach of children |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(a) Description: In child care spaces Noncompliance Area: The S/A room and room #6 lacked a first-aid kit. Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A picture was sent to inspector 9/3 showing the SA first aid kit was in the SA bag on a hook beside the teachers table and room 6 is not currently being used |
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| 2025-09-03 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: There was a hold with sharp edges on a yellow radiator cover in room #6. The carper trim edge was lifted creating a tripping hazard in the SA room. There were 2 sharp metals sticking out close to the door in the gym. 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.) Picture was sent to inspector on 9/5 with the fixed hole-this is a room we are currently not using |
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| 2025-09-03 | 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: There was peeling paint and damaged plaster on the stairs window frame. There was peeling paint by the emergency door in the SA room. There was peeling plaster under the window in the first-floor bathroom. 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.) Picture was sent to inspector on 9/3 with fixed paint area |
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| 2024-09-12 | 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: There were 12 foam blocks with teeth marks in room #4. 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.) Foam blocks were removed immediately and discarded. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 1 contained an original Agreement form. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A copy of the original agreement was made that same day and the original was placed in an envelope to be given to the parent on their next scheduled day. |
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| 2024-09-12 | 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: The file for child # 2 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 12/23/23. The report was obtained after 12 months, the prior report was dated 10/15/21. The file for child # 3 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 3/6/23. The report was obtained after 12 months, the prior report was dated 2/15/22. 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.) Child's file had an updated physical but was dated approx 2 months after the required time allotted. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7) Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 contained a current health report that lacked the statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We are going to try and have one office person in charge of child files only so if the parent hands in something that needs corrected they are told right away...sometimes paperwork just gets set on someone's desk and things unfortunately slip though the cracks. Health report now in file. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: The EPI Pen injection medication for child # 4 was expired. The medication expiration date was 4/24. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Expired EPI Pen was removed immediately. (FYI This child no longer attends Noah's Ark) |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 2 contained a current health report dated 8/12/23. The previous report was dated 4/28/21. The file for staff # 3 contained a current health report dated 8/17/24. The previous report was dated 5/15/22. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Although staff had a current physical it was late. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: There was a bag with wheels for a refrigerator and a cup with 2 screws on top of the desk in room # 6. Correction Required: 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 bag with the wheels and the cup with the screws were removed immediately from the room. |
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| 2024-09-12 | 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: Staff # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety, and Mandated Reporter Training. Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 9/28/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Make sure staff have completed the required courses within their 90 days of hire. |
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| 2024-09-12 | 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: There was one uncovered electrical outlet in room #6 accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. There was one uncovered electrical outlet in room #3 accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. 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.) Electrical outlets were covered immediately. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: There was a bottle of Cleanstate Oxnard cleaner, and a bottle of Febreze Aerosol labeled, "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in the K prep bathroom. There was a bottle of hand sanitizer labeled, "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in room # 5. There were 2 bottles of hand sanitizer labeled, "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in room # 6. There was a bottle of hand sanitizer labeled, "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children on top the table at the lobby. 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.) Hand sanitizer was removed immediately and decidedly will not be used anymore. The oxnard cleaner location was approved in its place during a previous inspection, but has now been moved to a higher location. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) - Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) Description: Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted Noncompliance Area: There were toxic plans accessible to children in room # 8. There were 2 Peace Lily plants, 1 Dieffenbachia, 3 Spathiphyllum Wallisii and 2 Kalanchoe and 1 Devil Vine/Golden Pthos. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Toxic plants were removed from the room immediately and at the end of the day were taken out of the building to a staff members home at the end of the day. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: There was a missing ceiling tile that expose damage on the roof structure and plaster in the green closet in the SA room. There was a wall with water damaged in the closet by the SA bathroom. 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.) We are in the process of repairing this violation within a reasonable amount of time. Pictures will be sent as soon as repairs are made to verify the correction. we are currently working on the two closets that needed the plaster fixed |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: There was a sink in the SA bathroom that lacked washing hands signs posted. 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.) Hand washing sign was posted immediately. |
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| 2024-09-12 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: According to the fire detection log, the system was not tested at least every 30 days between 1/4/24 to 2/27/24, 2/27/24 to 4/22/24, 4/22/24 to 6/19/24, and 6/19/24 to 8/14/24. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) System will be tested every 30 days in accordance to state regulations. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: In Classroom #5 one cracked bin with a potential pinch point was observed. In Classroom #7 one cracked Sterlite drawer containing items for the children was observed to have a crack which caused a sharp edge. 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.) Cracked bins were discarded immediately. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(1) - Child's name, birth date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(1) Description: Child's name, birth date Noncompliance Area: The date of birth listed on the emergency contact form for Child #3 was incorrect. This was evidenced by the date of birth listed on the health reports and confirmed with the staff person in charge at the time of the inspection. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3 birthdate was corrected and placed in the child's file. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #5 lacked the policy number for the child's health insurance. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Health Insurance info has been updated and a copy has been sent via email. |
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| 2023-09-25 | 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: An emergency contact form was missing for a child receiving care in the Infant Classroom. 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.) Form was immediately copied and placed in the proper location. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Health information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a) Description: Health information Noncompliance Area: The files for Children #5 and #7 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of starting at the facility. The initial health assessment on file for Child #5 was dated 271 days after starting at the facility. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Current physicals for Child # 5 and #7 have been received and a copy has been sent via email. |
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| 2023-09-25 | 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: The file for Child #1, a preschooler, lacked an updated health report that had been completed within the last 12 months. The last health report on file for Child #1 was dated 8.25.22. 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.) Child #1 has a current health report at this time. A written letter from child #1 parent explained that due to long waits for medical appointments she was not able to schedule with in the year. A copy of the parent letter was sent via email. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The files for Children #4, #5 and #6 lacked verification that the children had received a current influenza vaccination as recommended by the ACIP. Written exemptions were not on file at the time of the inspection. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child files #4, #5 and #6 completed the written Flu forms and sent via email with in the 5 day window. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: Three small bags containing soiled diapers were observed on a plastic mat outside of Classroom #4. Upon discussion soiled diapers are not being discarded by placing them into the plastic-lined, hands-free covered can in place at the changing table inside Classroom 4. Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Classroom #4 is aware of the correction and will follow the regulation concerning soiled diapers. |
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| 2023-09-25 | 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: Staff person #4 and #23 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 and #23 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 3270.31(f)(1-9). The file for Staff Person #23 also lacked completion of their mandated reporter training. The files for Staff Persons #1, #3, #5, #7, #10, #11, #12, #13, #14, #15, #16, #17, #18, #19, #20, and #21 lacked completion of the updated 1 hour health and safety trainings required by 12.30.22. The updated health and safety trainings on file for #1, #3, #5, #10, #11, #12, #13, #14, #15, #16, #17, #18, #19, #20, and #21 were completed in March 2023. 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff persons #4 and #23 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #4 and #23, staff persons #4 and #23 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Staff Person #7 will complete the updated 1 hour health and safety training by October 14, 2023. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #4 and #7 are no longer working for us. Staff person # 23 has completed the Mandated Reporter training and is working on The Health and Safety Basics and will not be alone with the children until completed. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The updates to the health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 1.4.18 and 8.15.23. The updates to the health assessments on file for Staff Person #13 exceeded examinations on 7.26.21 and 9.13.23. The updates to the health assessments on file for Staff Person #14 exceeded examinations on 7.19.21 and 8.11.23. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Current health assessments are on file. Staff must maintain PA code regulations for their file in order to work at the center. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: The file for Facility Person #8 lacked a tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to returning to the facility as a Substitute Facility Person. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #8 no longer works at the facility. She was helping for one week only to cover in the absence of a few office staff. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Description: Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Staff Person #5 lacked information that they had been examined for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #5 has obtained a new physical that has the required information needed. A copy has been sent via email. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.163(b) - Breakfast items from three groups | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.163(b) Description: Breakfast items from three groups Noncompliance Area: The breakfast served at the facility on the day of the inspection (cereal, toast and milk) lacked one of the required three of the four food groups. A review of the breakfast menu indicated that the children are served two servings of grain with milk each day for breakfast. The children are not served a fruit / vegetable or a protein at breakfast. Correction Required: Breakfast prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall have at least one item from three of the following four food groups: dairy, protein, fruit and vegetable, grain. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will update our menu to include the required fruit components for breakfast. |
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| 2023-09-25 | 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: The file for Staff Person #22 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for the position they were reported to be performing. 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.) Staff Person #22 has provided verification of education to qualify as an Aide and is working on verification of experience. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: The current Certificate of Compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location. The Certificate of Compliance posted expired on 12.2.22. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A copy has been on file of the current Certificate of Compliance but for whatever reason was not posted in a conspicuous location. It has been posted and a picture has been sent via email. |
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| 2023-09-25 | 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: The fire safety trainings on file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 12 months between trainings on 7.20.22 and 9.15.23. 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 Person #5 has fire safety training on file at this time. |
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| 2023-09-25 | 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: Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire 3270.31(f)(1-9). The files for Staff person #9 lacked completion of their 10 hour health and safety training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The health and safety training on file for Staff Person #9 was completed 325 days after starting at the facility. Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 - 10), within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #4 will have until October 14, 2023 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #4 is no longer working for us. Staff Person #9 has current training on file at this time. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The mandated reporter training on file for Staff Person #9 was not completed within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The training was completed 321 days after starting at the facility. The updates to the mandated reporter training on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between trainings dated 1.4.18 and 8.15.23. The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a current FBI Clearance. The FBI Clearance on file expired on 1.9.2023. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification that they had been fingerprinted for their FBI Clearance prior to starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #2 also lacked verification that they requested their Child Abuse Clearance prior to starting at the facility. A completed Child Abuse was dated 7 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #9 lacked verification that they had completed a request for their Child Abuse Clearance prior to starting at the facility. The completed Child Abuse Clearance was dated 326 days after starting at the facility. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 and #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #9 is no longer working for us. Staff #1 left the center until her FBI clearance was renewed and her FBI clearance approval was in hand. Staff Person #2 will be removed until they provide a completed FBI Clearance. |
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| 2023-09-25 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #7 lacked a written evaluation that had been completed by the Director. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #7 is no longer working for us. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.123(a) - Signed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a) Description: Signed Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 lacked an agreement that had been signed by the parent and the operator. Correction Required: 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.) Parent has signed and completed the child's agreement. A copy has been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the policy number for the child's health insurance. 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.) Parent has updated the child's emergency contact form to include the child's current health policy number. A copy has been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #6 lacked the address and telephone number for 1 and the complete addresses for the other release persons listed. 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.) Parent has updated and completed the address and telephone numbers for the release persons listed on the emergency contact form. A copy has been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Health information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a) Description: Health information Noncompliance Area: The files for Children #1, #5 and #6 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of starting at the facility. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent has provided updated physical for child file 1. Parents of child 5 and 6 have requested a copy of their physical to be faxed by their pediatrician by the end of the day on 10/7/22. All copies will be forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | 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: The file for Child #7, a preschool age child, lacked a health assessment that had been completed within the last 12 months. The last dated health assessment was 5.25.21. 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.) Child's parent has provided an updated physical form that has been placed in the child's file. A copy has been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.131(e) - ACIP recommended immunization record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e) Description: ACIP recommended immunization record Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 lacked a copy of the child's immunization record within 60 days of starting at the facility. Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child has a current immunization record on file at this time. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: An expired Children's Tylenol was observed in Classroom #8. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medication was removed from the classroom and will be returned to the parent or discarded. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan lacked information related to the continuity of operations in the event of a disaster. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Continuity of Operations has been added to our Emergency Plan and will be updated as needed according Federal and State regulations. A copy of the changes has been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | 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: Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10 and #12 were observed to be caring for children without direct supervision of a Staff Person with the required Pediatric First Aid and CPR curriculum conducted by a PQAS instructor. Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10 and #12 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR in an approved curriculum conducted by a PQAS instructor. 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person # 1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10 and #12 must be supervised, when interacting with children by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10 and #12, staff persons # 1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10 and #12 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff obtained current CPR and First Aid in their files but was not done by a certified PQAS instructor. Staff has retaken the First Aid and CPR training with a certified PQAS instructor. Copies have been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(a) Description: Pick-up and drop-off points Noncompliance Area: Verification that the facility had submitted an annual letter to their local traffic safety authority was not on file at the time of the inspection. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Traffic letter has been updated and sent to the local borough. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The updates to the emergency contact forms for Children #1, #2 and #4 have exceeded 6 months since last dated review and update. The last update for Child #1 was 8.24.20, Child #2 was 8.31.21 and Child #4 was 2.15.22. Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents have reviewed and updated the child files as of October 2022. Copies have been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #4 lacked 12 hours of annual training during their required year of training. The file for Staff Person # 12 lacked 9 of their 12 hours of annual training during their required year of training. 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 Person #4 completed a 3 hour training that will be counted to correct. Staff Person #4 will complete an additional 9 hours of child care training. Staff Person #12 completed recent trainings that were counted toward their missing hours. |
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| 2022-09-27 | 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: Staff person #14 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31(f)(1-9). The health and safety training on file was the 6 hour training and it was not completed within the acceptable time frame which required them to complete the 10 hour training prior to 4/29/22. Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #14 will have until October 15, 2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #14 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #14, staff person #14 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person completed the incorrect Health and Safety Training and has retaken the correct Health and Safety Training as required by State and Federal regulations. A copy has been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(1) - Health and Safety Training - Prevention and control of infectious diseases | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(1) Description: Health and Safety Training - Prevention and control of infectious diseases Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13 and #14 has not completed the following required pre-service training: Pediatric First Aid and CPR training in an approved curriculum with a PQAS trainer. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(10) within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13 and #14 will have until 10/15/2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13 and #14 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13 and #14, staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13 and #14 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All required staff has completed the required PQAS instructor certified CPR and First Aid Training and a copy has been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The updates to the mandated reporter training for Facility Person #4 exceeded 60 months. The trainings on file were dated 8.29.16 and 8.13.22. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility Person #4 has current mandated reporter training on file at this time. |
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| 2022-09-27 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in classroom #9 was observed to be missing 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.) Scissors were added to the first aid kit. |
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| 2021-09-21 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.91(a) Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Noncompliance Area: Observed a Pack n Play being used as a physical barrier across the exit doorway from the infant room to the facility lobby. Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Removed the pack n play and placed a baby gate across the doorway. A picture has been forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2021-09-21 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the facility was unable to produce a log of the monthly testing of the fire detection system. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Unfortunately the log was misplaced, but was filled out and forwarded to our inspector. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: In the 2's Classroom one cracked bin resulting in a sharp edge was observed. 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 bin was replaced. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator in the Upstairs K Prep 2 classroom was missing an operable thermometer. 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.) A thermometer was placed in the refrigerator. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacks verification of a current Hepatitis A vaccine administered in accordance with the scheduled recommended by the ACIP. The file for child #2 lacks verification of a current Polio and a current Hepatitis A vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Unless there is vaccine exemption form on file, all children are to have the required vaccines on file. Child files are current. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: An Epipen and a bottle of Cetirizine were observed in the medicine box in the K Prep 1 Classroom. The medication lacked written parental consent for administration. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will have the parent sign the medication form for the medications. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for staff persons #4, #5, and #8 are dated in an interval greater than 24 months. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Employees shall have physicals dated no more than 24 months apart. Health assessments for staff are current. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacks the results of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All employees must have a mantoux test at initial employment to our center. Staff person #1 will not return to a care-giving position until an updated Tb test is on file at the facility. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for Facility Person #9 lacked two written nonfamily references recommending them for a child care position at the facility. 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.) Facility Person #9 will provide two written, nonfamily references that recommend them for employment at the facility. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: In the Upstairs Pre K 2 classroom two pairs of adult scissors were observed on the teacher desk and were accessible to children receiving care in the space. Correction Required: 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 scissors were moved and made inaccessible. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Documentation that the facility had participated in an annual emergency drill prior to 12.19.21 was not on file. 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.) The facility will participate in an emergency drill and documentation of the drill will be completed. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan training on file for Facility Person's #9 and #10 lacked a date of training to allow verification that it was completed within the first week of starting at the facility. 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.) Operator will review the emergency plan with the Facility Persons and request that they provide a dated signature. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: The file for staff persons #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 #7, and #8 contains verification of pediatric first aid and CPR training completed after 06/17/21, the date training was required to be completed. The files for Facility Person's #9 and #10 lacked completion of the required Pediatric First Aid and CPR training within 90 days of starting at the facility. 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.) Facility Person's #9 and #10 will complete Pediatric CPR and First Aid with an approved PQAS instructor. Staff #1, #4, #4, #5, #6, #7, and #8 hold current pediatric first aid and CPR training |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The two most recent verification of mandated reporter trainings on file for staff person #3 and staff person #8 are dated in an interval greater than 5 years or 60 months. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All required clearances and classes shall be done in a period of no more than 5 years and are now current. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 lacks an NSOR. The files for Facility Person's #9 and #10 lacked the current disclosure statement. The disclosure statement on file for Facility Person #9 lacked a date of signature. The file for Facility Person #10 lacked verification that they had requested their PA Child Abuse and NSOR Certificate prior to starting at the facility. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff person #2 may not work at the facility until a valid NSOR is on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility Persons #2 and #10 has a current PA Child Abuse Clearance and NSOR Certificate on file at this time. Facility Person's #9 and #10 will sign and date the current disclosure statement. |
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| 2021-09-09 | Renewal | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(i) Description: Lidded waste receptacles Noncompliance Area: The garbage can in place at the sink in the Downstairs School Age Classroom and in the Downstairs school age restroom lacked a lid on the garbage can. Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will purchase lidded garbage cans and they will be places at the sink areas. |
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