Phoenixville Area Clc

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include the results of FBI or NSOR clearances. There are proof of application for both but according to the Announcement C-25-01 provisional hires will need to have NSOR, Child Abuse, either State Police or FBI clearances, out-of-state clearances, if applicable, proof of application for all remaining clearances and a signed disclosure statement.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During the allocated monitoring, certification representative reviewed 15 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include the 10-hr. health and safety training with the 1hr update or the 10-hr health and safety revised or the 2-part 6 hr. health and safety per Announcement C-24-03 Health and Safety training.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: On 1/29/25, at time of renewal, the facility's emergency plan was not updated in writing at least annually. The last update was dated 2021.

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.

Regulation: 3270.66(d)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: On 1/29/25, at time of inspection, three plants (philodendra/pathos) known to be toxic were observed accessible to children in the PK classroom and staircase. Additionally, a toxic plant (tradescantia) was observed accessible to children in the hallway where the children's bathrooms are located.

Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 1/29/25, at time of inspection, evidence that the facility's fire alarm is tested at least every 30 days as required by Panic and Fire Act 62 was not on file at the facility.

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.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.

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.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(4)

Description: Acute or chronic health problem

Noncompliance Area: During the Renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the file of child #1 and observed child #1 health report was missing the statement if there are any health problems.

Correction Required: A health report shall include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning.

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to review the file of child #1 and # 2 and observed both health of the assessments was missing free from communicable illness and missing the required health screenings.

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. A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the Certification representative requested to see the file of staff # 1 and observed that staff #1 did not have the approved PQAS certified CPR and First Aid.

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

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed peeling paint inside the buttercup room.

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

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THE CHANGING MAT IN THE KUDDLY KOALA'S ROOM HAD FOAM EXPOSED CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD.

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

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THERE WAS AN EXPIRED EPI PEN PRESENT IN THE LOCKED UP MEDICATION BAG.

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

Regulation: 3270.161(c)

Description: Food served discarded

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THE YESTERDAY'S LUNCH WAS NOT DISCARDED.

Correction Required: Food that has been previously served to a person or returned from a table shall be discarded.

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THE FACILITY HAS NOT SENT THE EMERGENCY PLAN TO THE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY AND COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #2 AND 6 FILE DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF FBI CLEARANCE AND DID NOT HAVE A RECEIPT. THE REQUIREMENT TO HAVE THE CLEARANCE WITHIN 45 DAYS HAS NOT BEEN MET.

Correction Required: Facility employee #2 AND 6 must be removed from childcare position by close of business. All required clearances must be obtained before facility person #2 AND 6 may RESUME A CHILD CARE POSTION.

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, STAFF 1 AND 5 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION FOR THE POSITION THEY HELD.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THERE WAS LYSOL ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD IN THE ADULT BATHROOM IN THE ENTRANCE.

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

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THE FACILITY WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF PURCHASE OR AN ATTESTATION STATEMENT UPON REQUEST.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.