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Precious Angels Daycare And Early Learning Center

Duquesne, PA · Allegheny County
706 Mehaffey St, Duquesne, PA 15110
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Capacity
24 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
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Contact Information

📞 (724) 732-2582
706 Mehaffey St
Duquesne, PA 15110
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Active License
License Number
CER-00257138
License Issued
May 9, 2026
Active Through
May 9, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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PRECIOUS ANGELS DAYCARE AND EARLY LEARNING CENTER is a Child Care Center in DUQUESNE PA, with a maximum capacity of 24 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form(s) for Child(ren) #2 lacked the "Health Insurance/MA Coverage." (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will ensure children Emergency Contact Forms are completed in entirety.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) - Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)

Description: Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The Initial Child Health Report and Immunizations for Child File(s) #1 (PS; Dated: 10.23.2025) and #3 (PS; Dated: 10.23.2025) were more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Child Health Report and Immunizations for the children have been updated as required per regulation.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form(s) for Child(ren) #1 lacked a signature for "Consent for Minor First Aid." (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The child file has been updated with the Parent consent for minor first-aid.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The file(s) for Staff #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 lacked fire safety training in 2024. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff have completed the training and the Certificate is now in the staff childcare file as required.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The last two Mandated Reporter Trainings for staff #2 were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 2 has been advised to do the Mandated Reporter Training as required by DHS.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file(s) for Staff Person(s) #2 contained PA State Police Clearances and NSOR Certificates that were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file(s) for Staff Person(s) #3 contained NSOR Certificates that were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will ensure that staff person 2 submits paperwork to request both clearances as required.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.71 - Heat Source Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.71

Description: Heat Source

Noncompliance Area: The kitchen stove was accessible to children in care due to a missing safety gate separating the kitchen from the main care space and/or the lack of stove knob covers to prevent operation by children.

Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have put safety knobs on the kitchen stove for safety of the children.
2026-02-23 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The facility's fire alarm test report documented testing of the fire alarm system between 08.08.2025 -- 09.08.2025 (31 Days). The test was conducted more than 30 days apart.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will ensure that the Fire Alarm Report is tested within the thirty day guideline and properly documented.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The Child Service Report for child #2 and #3 was lacking a six-month update from the last. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Child Service Report for these children have been completed.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the "Health Insurance/MA Policy Number." (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Emergency Contact Form has been updated with the child health insurance coverage and policy number.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for child file #1 lacked the "Address of the Listed Release Person." (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Emergency Contact Form has been updated with the address of the Release Person.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a 12-month (annual) review of the Emergency Plan. The last 12-month (annual) review was 05.2023.

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.)
I reviewed the Annual Emergency Plan and will make updates as needed.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Staff Persons #2, #3, #4 and #5 lacked Emergency Plan Training that was conducted within the past 12 months. The last Emergency Plan Training was 05.2023. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff were given Emergency Plan Training, but was not in the file.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #1(0 Hours) #2 (0 Hours) #3 (1.5 Hours) #4 (0 Hours) and #5 (0 Hours) lacked a minimum of 12 hours of childcare training. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will complete their 12 Hours of Childcare Training.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Staff Persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 lacked Fire Safety Training that was conducted within the past 12 months. The last Fire Safety Training for Staff Persons #1, #4 and #5: 10.2023 and Staff Persons #2 and #3: 05.2023. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will ensure that all staff complete the Fire Safety Training to be in compliance.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent FBI Clearances for Staff #4 were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The FBI clearance was updated with the new one dated: 03/06/2024.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #2, #3 and #4 and #5 lacked an annual written Staff Evaluation that was conducted within the past 12 months. The last Staff Evaluation was written 04.2023. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I completed Staff Evaluations for staff #2, #3 and #4 and #5.
2025-02-27 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: The water temperature in the "Basement" Bathroom sink, was measured at 118 degrees which was accessible to children.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hot water was turned off for safety of children.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(c)

Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

Noncompliance Area: The facility has recently installed an anchored loft playhouse/swing set structure in the outdoor play space. The structure was not mounted over a loose fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the USCPSC.

Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator has contacted a contractor in regards to installing a loss fill under the embedded equipment. A separate area will also be installed to separate the area from infant and toddler age children. Until this is complete the swings, hanging bar and slide will be removed. The climbing wall and monkey bars will be made inaccessible. Children will not use the embedded equipment until it has been inspected and approved by Certification.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Small wooden blocks with a diameter of less than 1 inch were observed in the Toddler Classroom where a young and older toddler were observed to be receiving care.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The blocks were removed during the inspection.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 lacked an updated Child Service Report that had been completed within the last 6 months. The last Child Service Report on file was dated 5.3.2023.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 Service Report has been completed.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Physician phone number has been added on the Emergency Fom.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the address for one of the release persons listed for the child.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The address of the release person has been added to the form.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: The written emergency transportation plan was missing from the downstairs Multi-purpose and Small Classrooms and the upstairs Enclosed Porch, Infant and Toddler Classrooms. The written emergency transportation plan posted in the Living Room Classroom was missing staffing provisions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Written Emergency Transportation Plan has been placed in all of the above areas at the Daycare Facility.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1, a young toddler, lacked an updated health report that had been completed within the last 6 months. The most recent health report on file is dated 12.12.2022.

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 Health Report has been requested from the parent.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The updated health reports on file for Child #2, who is now a young school ager, exceeded updated health reports between 2.9.2022 and 3.20.23, when they were still considered a preschool age child at the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will ensure parents submit updated Health Reports in a timely manner for children files.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the file review, the file for Child #1 lacked verification that the child had received their 15-18 month DTAP, their 12-15 month HIB and Pneumococcal, and their MMR, Varicella and Hep A vaccinations.

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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent submitted the required from the child Pediatrician while the Inspector was on site at the Daycare Facility.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification that they had completed an initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The health assessment and tuberculosis screening on file was dated 2 years, 1 month, 2 weeks and 6 days after their reported starting date.

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. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This information was pulled up on the staff phone and was shown to the Inspector while on site at the Daycare Facility.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The updates to the agreements for Children #2 and #4 have exceeded 6 months since their last review in February 2023. The updates to the agreement for Child #1 exceeded 6 months between updates in September 2022 and September 2023.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The agreements will be updated semi-annually for all children.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for the position they were hired to perform at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have requested these documents from Staff #3.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 lacked verification that they had received emergency plan training within 90 days 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 3 completed Emergency Plan Training on December 7, 2023. The documentation had not been put in the staff person file.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked 11 of their annual 12 hours of childcare trainings between July 2022 and July 2023.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will be using hours from my 2023 Trainings.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.31(g) - Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(g)

Description: Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 10 hour health and safety 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 #3 will have until March 15, 2024 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 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 #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3 has not completed this training due to problems with her eyes, The training will be completed within the next week.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #2 lacked a current Child Abuse and FBI Clearance that had been completed within the last 60 months. The most recent Child Abuse Clearance on file was dated 7.13.2018 and the most recent FBI Clearance was dated 7.25.2018. Staff Person #3 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #3 will have until March 15, 2024 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 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 person #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #2 was removed from a child care taking position. Staff Person 2 has applied for both Clearances. Staff Person #3 will complete mandated reporter training by March 15, 2024.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: A bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on the piano in the Living Room Classroom. The hand sanitizer was labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children and could be accessed by Preschool and School Age children who receive care in the space. Lysol wipes were observed in the open area of the cabinet above the toilet in the downstairs restroom. The Lysol wipes would be accessible to school age children who would receive care in the downstairs classrooms. The Lysol wipes were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hand sanitizer was removed during inspection.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kits in the Enclosed Porch and Infant Classrooms were missing gloves.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Gloves were put in both Emergency Kits during inspection.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Exposed bolts were observed on the gate area of the outdoor play space fencing.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bolts will be covered prior to children playing in the outdoor play area..
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: A hand washing sign was missing from the two changing areas in the Infant Classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Handwashing Signs have been placed in the areas where they were needed.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The facility exceeded 30 days between smoke alarm testing on 1.3.2024 and 2.8.2024.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure Smoke Alarm Testing is done every 30 days.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: The crib and pack and play reported to be in use in the Infant room were observed to be unlabeled for use of a specific child.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We don't have a pack and play in our Infant Room; However, our child beds have been labeled.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: The written plan of daily activities was not posted in the enclosed porch classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Daily Activity Schedule was posted on the Sun Porch during inspection.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 lacked completed child service reports.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will complete a Child Service Report for each of the children and keep them in their Daycare files.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: The agreement form for Child #1 lacked the arrival and departure times.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The departure time has been updated on child #1 Agreement.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The agreement form for Children #1 and #4 lacked the designated release persons to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Agreements for Children #1 and #4 have been updated to include the designated release persons to whom the child may be released.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were observed to contain the original agreements.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents have been given the original Agreements out of the children files.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Emergency Contact Form for child #3 has been updated with the necessary information..
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the telephone number for the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent telephone number for child #2 has been added on the Emergency Contact Form.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the policy number for the child's health insurance coverage.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Policy Number for child #3 has been added on the Emergency Contact Form.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms for Children #1, #2, #3 and #4 lacked the completed addresses for the 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Emergency Contact Forms of the children have been updated to reflect the telephone number of the person whom child is to be released.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: The written emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Enclosed Porch, the Green/Toddler room, the Infant classroom, the Blue room downstairs, The Large room downstairs, or the Small room downstairs. The emergency transportation plan in the Living room lacked information related to the staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The written Emergency Transportation Plan has been posted.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of enrollment (refer to LIS code sheet).

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent has submitted the Health Assessment for child #3.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for Children #2 and #4, both Preschool age children, lacked a health assessment that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #2 was dated 2.9.22 and the most recent health assessment on file for Child #4 was dated 7.9.21.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both children will have updated Health Reports in their files.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5) - Immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)

Description: Immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 and #4 lacked verification that the children had received annual influenza vaccinations 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. Children #2 and #4 will be dismissed from the facility close of business 3.8.2023.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The written exemptions for children #2 and #4 have been added to the children file.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.131(e)(3) - Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 and #4 lacked verification that the children had received annual influenza vaccinations as recommended by the ACIP. Written exemptions were not on file at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: 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). Children #2 and #4 will be dismissed from the facility close of business on 3.8.2023.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Written exemptions for children #2 and #4 have been placed in the children files.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan lacked Continuity of Operations as required by Federal Regulation. The required Health and Safety Training update was not completed prior to 12.30.22 for Staff Persons #3, #4 and #5. The training was completed on 3.7.23 for the Staff Persons.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have added the Continuity of Operations to my Emergency Plan for the facility. All staff will complete the Health and Safety Training within 90 days of hire.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff Persons #1 and #2 lacked an initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The health assessment and chest x-ray on file for Staff Person #1 was completed 200 days after starting at the facility. The health assessment on file for Staff Person #2 was completed 51 days and the tuberculosis screening on file was completed 53 days after starting at the facility.

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. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health Assessments for Staff #1 and #2 will be completed prior to starting employment at the facility.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

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 #2 lacked verification 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The new Health Assessment Form was requested from the Physician.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: A written statement from the parent giving the formula and feeding schedule was missing for Child #1.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I requested the Infant Feeding Schedule from the parent.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked verification that they had submitted annual written notification to the local traffic safety authorities notifying them of the facility's location and use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The annual written notification to the local traffic safety authorities has been prepared and will be submitted.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.173(a)/3270.173(b) - Ratios apply/Driver not counted in ratio - I, T, PS Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.173(a)/3270.173(b)

Description: Ratios apply/Driver not counted in ratio - I, T, PS

Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #5 was observed to return to the facility with Preschool Age Children who had been picked up from two local PreK Programs. Another Staff Person was not present in the vehicle to meet the staff:child ratio requirement when the Preschool children were being transported as the driver does not count in the staff:child ratio.

Correction Required: The staff-child ratios specified in §§3270.51 and 3270.52 apply when infant, young or older toddler and preschool children are transported. The driver may not be considered part of the staff-child ratio when infant, young or older toddler or preschool children are transported.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A staff person will accompany the driver during transporting the children.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The updates to the emergency contact forms for Children #2, #4 and #5 and the agreement form for Child #4 exceeded 6 months between review and updated signature at the time of the inspection.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will do 6-month reviews of the children and have the parents sign and date the form with a current date.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Children #1, #2 and #3 lacked signed parental consent for obtaining emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Emergency Contact Form for children #1 and #2 have been updated with parent signature.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.192(1) - Name, address, and phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(1)

Description: Name, address, and phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a telephone number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The completed Staff Data Sheet with the missing information has been placed in the file of Staff #1.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: A copy of the current certificate and the instructions for contacting the regional office with information as to how to access the regulations was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. The Certificate was posted in the Operator's office but it is not in an area that would be conspicuous to parents arriving to the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of my current License and information with the regional office contact information has been posted in an area accessible to parents.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan on file lacked information related to the facility's shelter in place and lock down procedures.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have included the Emergency Lock-down in the Facility Emergency Plan.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification that they had received emergency plan training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The training on file was dated 184 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person#3, #4 and #5 lacked verification that they had received current emergency plan training within the last 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All new staff will receive emergency training within the first 90 days of employment. Also, training will be provided when any new implementations are added to the Emergency plan.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff Persons #3, #4 and #5 lacked fire safety training that had been completed within the last 12 months. The last documented fire safety trainings were completed on 11.24.21.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All Staff will receive fire safety training Annually.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: The required 10 hour health and safety training on file for Staff Persons #1 and #2 was not completed within 90 days of their start date at the facility. The health and safety training for Staff Person #1 was completed 167 days after starting at the facility. The health and safety training for Staff Person #2 was completed 317 days after starting at the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All Staff will receive Health and Safety Training within 90 days of hire.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a disclosure statement that had been signed prior to starting at the facility. The disclosure statement was completed 30 days after starting. The file for Staff Person #1 also lacked a completed Child Abuse Request, verification that they had been fingerprinted for their FBI clearance and that they had requested their NSOR Certificate prior to starting at the facility. The Child Abuse Clearance on file was dated 82 days after starting, the FBI clearance was dated 23 days after starting and the NSOR Certificate was dated 81 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked a signed disclosure statement prior to starting at the facility. The disclosure statement on file was dated 13 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #2 also lacked verification that they had requested their PA State Police Clearance prior to starting at the facility. The State Police Clearance on file was dated 50 days after starting at the facility. The file did contain a request indicating their Child Abuse Clearance was requested 147 days prior to starting at the facility. A completed Child Abuse Clearance was dated 197 days after this request and 50 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked mandated reporter training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The mandated reporter training on file for Staff Person #2 was dated 317 days after 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will ensure all Staff have proper clearances prior to employment at the Daycare Facility. Mandated training will be completed within 90 days of employment. The Disclosure Statement will be signed the day employment begins.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for the position of Assistant Group Supervisor, which they were observed to be performing. The files for Staff Persons #2 and #3 lacked verification of experience to qualify them for the position of Assistant Group Supervisor that they have been observed to be performing.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have completed the Staff Verification Form for my Staff to verify their experience, and obtained education documents for staff person #1.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 lacked a written staff evaluation that had been completed within the last 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will receive their written evaluations annually.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: An electrical outlet was missing a protective receptable cover in the Enclosed Porch room. A power strip was observed to be in use in an unlocked drawer in Large classroom downstairs. Seven of the outlets on the strip were observed to be uncovered.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The electrical outlet protective covers were installed during the inspection on the Sun Porch and in the 7 outlets on the power strip.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In the first floor restroom toxics, including disinfectant spray and arthritis cream, were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink. A container of disinfecting wipes was observed on the ledge in the bathtub. In the downstairs restroom packets of disinfecting wipes were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink. All items were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The toxins were removed and stored away safely during the inspection.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: The hot water in the first floor restroom was measured at 121.2° F and the hot water in the downstairs restroom was measured at 121.5° F.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hot water was turned off during the inspection to be in compliance.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.70(a) - 65º F minimum Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.70(a)

Description: 65º F minimum

Noncompliance Area: The indoor temperature of the Enclosed Porch room was measured at 60.1° F.

Correction Required: The indoor temperature shall be at least 65° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have placed a thermometer on the Sun Porch to ensure it is at or above 65 degrees when in use.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.72(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: The windows located above the ground floor in the Green/Toddler and Infant rooms were observed to be unrestricted which would allow the windows to open more than 6 inches.

Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The windows were placed in restriction during the inspection.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted at the telephone in the kitchen or in the Large room downstairs.

Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency telephone numbers were added near the Facility telephones.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: A first aid kit was not present in the Enclosed Porch room.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A first-aid kit was placed on the Sun Porch.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kits in Green/Toddler and Infant rooms and the downstairs Blue room, the Large room and Small rooms were missing scissors, soap and gloves. The first aid kit in the Living room was missing tweezers, soap and scissors.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All of the items that were missing in the first-aid kits have been placed in the first-aid kits.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: A hand washing sign was missing from the potty chair and the toilet in the first floor restroom and from the toilet and sink in the downstairs restroom. A hand washing sign was also missing from the changing area in the Infant room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hand washing signs were added in the upstairs and downstair areas during inspection.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.92(a) - No portable space heaters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.92(a)

Description: No portable space heaters

Noncompliance Area: A portable space heater was observed in the Enclosed Porch room and in the downstairs Large room.

Correction Required: Portable space heaters are not permitted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The portable heaters were removed during inspection.
2022-07-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The smoke alarm testing log indicated that the smoke detection system was last tested on 2/23/22. The system is required to be tested at least once every 30 days.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Fire Detection Log documentation was not recorded properly. However on the Fire Drill Paperwork shows that I have been doing fire drills every 30 days instead of 60 days. When Fire Drills are done, it is at that time the Fire Detection System is checked. I accidentally failed to write the dates in.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Observed white rocks with a diameter of less than one inch in the outdoor play space that are accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The White Rocks in the outdoor play area has been removed by a Landscaping Company.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 - #5 lack service reports.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Service Agreements were placed in the files for children 1 & 5.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 lack updated parental signatures.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The files for children 1-5 have been updated with Parent signatures.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #3, #4 and #5 lack initial health assessments. The health assessments were due 8/7/21, 7/5/21 and 10/2/21.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health Assessments for children 3, 4 & 5 were added to the child/children Daycare File.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.182(1) - Immunization record/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.182(1)

Description: Immunization record/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacks verification of a flu vaccination.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Parent documented that they didn't want the Flu Vaccination for their child.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.131(e)(3)/3270.182(1) - Dismissal policy /Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(3)/3270.182(1)

Description: Dismissal policy /Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #3, #4 and #5 lack any immunization records. Both children have been in care for more than 60 days. Both children can no longer be in child care.

Correction Required: 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).A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children 3, 4 & 5 Immunization Records have been added to their Daycare File.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5 lacks signed permission for minor first aid and emergency medical care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Agreement for child #5 was signed by the Parent and added to the child file.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1 and #2 lack health and safety training. The health and safety training was due 10/15/21.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will complete the health and safety training.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1 and #2 lack mandated reporter training. The trainings were due 10/15/21.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will complete the mandated reporter training.
2022-03-07 Initial review 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: Each child care space lacked it's own first aid kit.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
First-Aid kits were added to all childcare spaces.
2021-11-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.23(a) - Immediate access Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.23(a)

Description: Immediate access

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/21, staff person #1 denied an agent of the Department immediate access to the facility.

Correction Required: A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff was talked to about ALWAYS giving agents of the Department immediate access to the facility by the facility owner. Agents of the Department will be given immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: Children were not adequately supervised for a brief period when staff #2 left them in the care of a volunteer to go to the back of the facility to get the operator.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will ensure that children aren't left with unauthorized Staff.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.123(a)(1)/3280.123(a)(2) - Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(1)/3280.123(a)(2)

Description: Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked a fee amount and the date that the fee is to be paid.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fee amount has been added to the child file.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.123(a)(4)/3280.123(a)(5) - Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(4)/3280.123(a)(5)

Description: Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacks arrival and departure times and release persons.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure that the arrival and departure times are included on the Agreement at time of enrollment.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not sign the agreement for child #1 and #2. The parent did not sign the agreement for child #1 through #4.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have signed the agreement for child one and two. also, the parents for children 1 through 4 have sign the agreement as well.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.124(a)/3280.181(c) - Each child emergency contact person/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(a)/3280.181(c)

Description: Each child emergency contact person/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #2 lack emergency contact forms / information.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information shall reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have the parents provide the necessary emergency contact information.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Child #3 and #4 files lack work addresses and work telephone numbers.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I ask the parent to fill the form out with the required information; However, the parent documented what information they wanted us to have on file.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Child file #3 lacks a health insurance policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Parent/Guardian will provide the child Insurance Policy Number on the Emergency Consent Form.

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