Philadelphia Christian Center - Bensalem PA Child Care Center

2990 STREET RD , BENSALEM PA 19020
(215) 639-7000

About the Provider

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Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00186333
  • Capacity: 195
  • State Rating: 2
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, American Sign Language,
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 16
  • District Office Phone: (610) 437-6000 ext 2 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2019-07-23 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Certification Representative observed several cots in several classrooms that did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides of the equipment.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will review with all staff the requirements for 2 feet of space on three sides of all rest equipment. The operator will ensure that there is at least 2 feet of space on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use at all times.
2019-07-23 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was not updated health assessments at least every 6 months for facility child #1 whose date of birth was 11/6/2017. The only health assessment in the record was dated 8/12/2018. There was not updated health assessments at least every 6 months for facility child #2 whose date of birth was 2-9-2018. There were two health assessments in the record with dates of 6/4/2018 and 6/21/2019.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will attempt to obtain from the parent the required health assessments for facility children #1 and #2.. The operator will require parents to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for infants and young toddlers at all times.
2019-07-23 Renewal 3270.176(f) - Prohibition using an 11-15 passenger vans Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility has used two 11-15 passenger vans to transport children.

Correction Required: In accordance with the requirements of 67 Pa. Code Chapter 171 (relating to school buses and school vehicles), the facility may not transport a child in an 11-15 passenger van.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will no longer use any 11 - 15 passenger vehicle to transport children at any time.
2019-07-23 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility emergency plan was not updated at least annually and when changes in the plan were made. The emergency plan review/update was dated 3/6/2018. Certification Representative noted that part of the plan still listed the previous relocation facility which had been since changed.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will review and update the facility emergency plan to reflect the current procedures. The operator will review the emergency plan at least annually and when updates are needed at all times. The operator will document in writing each review and update at all times.
2019-07-23 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility staff #1 - #4, who are permanent employees had volunteer state police clearances in their record.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator requested the appropriate employee state police clearances for facility staff #1 - #4. The operator will ensure that all facility staff have the required clearances at all times.
2018-06-20 Renewal 3270.133(1)/3270.133(3) - Original container/Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/20/18 certification representative observed an inhaler for child # 10 that was not in the original box and did not have a label to identify the medication and the child. The inhaler had the child's name making taped to it.

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator will obtain the box with the prescription label from the parent of child # 10. Operator will ensure that all medications brought in from home are in the original containers and are labeled appropriately for the child for whom the medication is intended.
2018-06-20 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/20/18 certification representative observed an Epipen with an expiration date of 1/2018 for child # 9.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator will obtain an updated Epipen for child # 9. Operator will ensure that expired medications are returned to parents and that parents provide updated medication as needed.
2018-06-20 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/20/18 certification representative reviewed several staff files. Staff # 4 had an expired Child Abuse clearance that was dated 4/30/13.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 4 will obtain a new Child Abuse clearance. Operator will ensure that all staff renew their clearances prior to the expiration date as required by the current CPSL.
2018-06-20 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/20/18 certification representative observed damaged paint in Room 202 by the music area and in Room 207 by the door.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator will have damaged paint repaired and conduct monthly inspections of painted surfaces and make repairs as needed.

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