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Rosa Martinez

Allentown, PA · Lehigh County
N 12th St, Allentown, PA 18102
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Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (484) 375-4492
N 12th St
Allentown, PA 18102
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00259953
License Issued
Oct 2, 2026
Active Through
Oct 2, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 14

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About the Provider

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Rosa Martinez is a Family Child Care in Allentown PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 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
2026-07-31 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2026-07-07 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2026-04-07 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.31(f)(4)(i) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.31(f)(4)(i)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Facility staff # 1 had pediatric first aid and cpr that expired on 3/15/26.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility staff # 1 renewed their PQAS approved pediatric first aid and cpr on 4/14/26.
2026-04-07 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.74(a) - Requirements Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.74(a)

Description: Requirements

Noncompliance Area: The bathroom wall used by the children has a hole in the wall.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bathroom wall was spackled, sanded and painted.
2026-04-07 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Operator has not conducted a fire drill in over 60 days since 1/14/26.

Correction Required: Fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator conducted a fire drill on 4/17/26.
2026-04-07 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Facility fire alarms have not been tested in over 30 days since 1/14/26.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility fire alarms were tested 4/7/26.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.102(a)/3290.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.102(a)/3290.103

Description: Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Facility childcare space has scissors on a shelf accessible to toddlers and infants. Facility kitchen sink has a sharp knife in it accessible to the children when entering through the kitchen to use the childcare bathroom. Facility outdoor play climber has a broken steering wheel in the yard outside used by the childcare children.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. 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.)
Scissors were removed from the child care space. The knives were removed and placed on a shelf inaccessible to the children and the play equipment was repaired and taped.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: Child # 2 has not have a child service report completed in over 6 months since 4/22/24.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A child service report was completed for child # 2.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.123(a)/3290.123(a)(6) - Signed /Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)/3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Signed /Admission date

Noncompliance Area: Child #3 & # 4 do not have their fee agreements signed by the parent or operator and they do not have their dates of admission on file.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child # 3 & # 4 have their dates of admission added to their agreements and they are signed by the operator.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6)/3290.124(b)(7) - Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)/3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Child # 3 & # 4 do not have health insurance policy coverage information on file and they do not have release persons information on file on their fee agreements.

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. 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.)
Child # 3 & # $ have insurance policy information and release persons on file.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.133(3)/3290.133(5) - Name on bottle/Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.133(3)/3290.133(5)

Description: Name on bottle/Original label

Noncompliance Area: Facility has A&D ointment for a child that is not labeled and expired in November 2022.

Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The A & D ointment was discarded.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: Facility's Dehour diapering can is not hands free

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A hands free diapering can was replaced with the incorrect can.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.161(a) - Wholesome Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.161(a)

Description: Wholesome

Noncompliance Area: There is used/cut, uncovered, green peppers and avacado in the refrigerator that was previously served to the childcare children.

Correction Required: Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The uncovered veggies were discarded.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: Child # 4 does not have signed consent for minor first aid on file.

Correction Required: A child's record must 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.)
Consent was signed for child # 4 for minor first aid.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.24(d) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(d)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility has not conducted an emergency drill in over 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An emergency drill was conducted and documented.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Facility staff # 1 has only completed 11 hours of childcare training in the past 12 months.

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.)
Facility staff # 1 completed the 1 hour of child care training.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Facility staff # 2 hired and working at the facility with the operator does not have a signed disclosure statement on file nor do they have a state police clearance or NSOR clearance on file.

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 childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility staff # 2 has a signed disclosure, NSOR and state police clearance on file.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.63

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Facility childcare room has an uncovered electrical outlet in the childcare space used by children 5 years of age and younger.

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.)
Electrical outlets were covered.
2025-07-18 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Facility has not tested the fire alarms in over 30 days from 5/20/25 to 6/22/25.

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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility fire alarms were tested and documented.
2024-07-09 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 did not have a child service report completed in over 6 months.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A child service report was completed 4/22/24.
2024-07-09 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: There is toxic organic insect repellant that states Keep out of reach of children and Bath and Body Works spray on a shelf on the 1st floor bathroom used by the children accessible to the children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider moved the insect repellant and body spray where it is locked and not accessible to the children.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.121(a)/3290.121(b) - Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.121(a)/3290.121(b)

Description: Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the operator did not have written documentation of the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements. This was not provided to the parents at enrollment.

Correction Required: The operator shall review with the parent, at the time of application, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements. At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements will be created in a parent handbook. A copy will be posted in the facility and an email will be sent to each enrolled parent regarding the policies.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, child #1 did not have an agreement on file.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An agreement for child #1 will be obtained.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.123(a)(1)/3290.123(a)(3) - Amount of fee/Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(1)/3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Amount of fee/Services provided

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the agreement for child #2 and child #3 did not include the fee amount to be charged. The agreements also did not include the services that are being provided to the child.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fee amount and the services being provided to the child will be added to the agreement for child #2 and child #3.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the agreement for child #2 and child #3 did not include the child's date of admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The date of admission will be added to the agreement for child #2 and child #3.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the work phone number of the enrolling parent was not on the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #3.

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 work phone number of the enrolling parent will be added to the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #3.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not include the 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 health insurance policy number will be added to the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #3.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.124(c) - Excursions Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(c)

Description: Excursions

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, there were no emergency contact forms of the children who are being transported in the Jeep Cherokee.

Correction Required: When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact forms will be added to the Jeep.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.124(d) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(d)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the operator did not have a written plan posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

Correction Required: A written plan shall be conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. The plan must accompany a staff person who leaves the facility on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A written plan will be posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. A copy will also be taken in the vehicle.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.174(a) - Insured Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.174(a)

Description: Insured

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the insurance card for the JEEP had illegible dates of issuance and expiration.

Correction Required: A vehicle shall be insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new copy of the insurance card showing legible dates will be obtained.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the operator did not have the written policy regarding the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child and addressing the prevention and identification of child maltreatment available for review.

Correction Required: 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.)
The written policy regarding the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child and addressing the prevention and identification of child maltreatment will be printed and posted in the home. A copy will also be placed in the parent handbook.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.181(d) - Dated signature affixed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.181(d)

Description: Dated signature affixed

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain a date of review.

Correction Required: Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The date will be added next to the parent signature on the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #3.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, on the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #3 there was no signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must 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 child #1, child #2 and child #3 will have signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.22(b) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.22(b)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the operator did not have verification that she provides the parents of each enrolled child the information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility 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.)
The parents will be emailed Chapter 3290 regulations.
2023-08-30 Renewal 3290.73(c)/3290.176 - Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.73(c)/3290.176

Description: Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, the first aid kit in the Jeep Cherokee used for transporting children did not contain soap, a bottle of water, scissors or tweezers.

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. A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3290.73 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Water, soap, tweezers and scissors will be added to the first aid kit in the Jeep.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, the operator did not have a written policy that addresses the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. The provider's written policy must include but is not limited to recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A written plan will be made that addresses the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, the operator did not have sections in the emergency plan that addressed volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. The operator shall update the sections of their emergency plans that must address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan will address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.22(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.22(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office was not posted.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office posted at the same location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office will be posted.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.24(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, the emergency plan did not include accommodations for shelter of children during a lock-down.

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.)
The emergency plan will include lockdown procedures.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, the emergency plan did not include accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan will include accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.24(b)/3290.24(g) - Emergency plan/Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(b)/3290.24(g)

Description: Emergency plan/Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, the emergency plan was created was 5/2/22. There was no documented annual review/update of the plan. The emergency plan was not sent to the City of Allentown for review.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility. The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan is being updated to include additional requirements. It will then be sent to Lehigh County and City of Allentown for review.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.61 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.61

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, in the second-floor bathroom an unlocked door led to an outdoor balcony. The fall height from the top of the deck railing to the ground under it was approximately 11 feet. This poses a hazard to children.

Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The door to the balcony will be locked at all times. A second lock will be placed on the door which will be inaccessible to children.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, medications were observed in an unlocked bedroom located on the second floor.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Locks will be placed on the doors. All doors on the second and third floors will be locked while children are in care.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.70(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.70(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, the windows on the second and third floors were able to be opened 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.)
Windows will be restricted so that they do not open more than 6 inches.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.72 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.72

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center was not posted.

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 telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center will be posted.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.75(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, white peeling paint was observed on the handrail leading to the second floor.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hand rail will be painted.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.77 - Glass Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.77

Description: Glass

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, a glass storm door and a double glass sliding door were observed without visual identification on the glass.

Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Visual identification will be placed on each glass door.
2023-05-08 Initial review 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, there was no evacuation map located on the third floor.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evacuation map will be placed on the third floor.

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

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