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Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center

Pittsburgh, PA · Allegheny County
517 Brookline Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15226
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Capacity
25 children
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
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Contact Information

📞 (412) 894-7900
517 Brookline Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00257200
License Issued
Jul 8, 2026
Active Through
Jul 8, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center is a Child Care Center in Pittsburgh PA, with a maximum capacity of 25 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: In the Infant Room, two (2) feet of space was not located on three (3) sides of the occupied cribs. In the Preschool Room, two (2) feet of space was not located on three (3) sides of all occupied cots.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
During rest time teachers use a measuring device such as a ruler or measuring tape to measure for 2 feet of space on 3 sides of rest equipment.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.106(j) - Prohibit items in crib Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(j)

Description: Prohibit items in crib

Noncompliance Area: In the Young Toddler Room, an infant was sleeping on a Baby Lounger with soft, plushy, pillowy sides around the lounger, which is a smothering hazard.

Correction Required: Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff were instructed not to place infants who appear sleepy in a baby lounger for risk of baby falling asleep. Staff received training that infants can only be in loungers when the infant is wide awake and with careful supervision.
2026-04-21 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, in the file for Child #1, did not include the name of the 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.)
Upon review, the child's medical insurance card containing the Primary Care Physician information was confirmed to be present and filed in the child's record at the time of inspection; however, the information had not yet been transferred to the emergency contact form. The emergency contact form was immediately updated to reflect the PCP information.
2026-04-21 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, in the file for Child #1, did not include the work address or work phone number of the enrolling parent. The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #3, did not include the work phone number of 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.)
Child's mother added her work address and telephone number to the Emergency Contact form.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information was not located in the Older Toddler Room when children were present in that space.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Teachers have been provided with a travel bag containing a portable emergency contact book to use during classroom transitions and outings, allowing the primary emergency contact book to remain in the classroom. "Return to Classroom" tags were also placed on all Emergency Contact Books.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.131(c) - Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(c)

Description: Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: The Health Assessment, in the file for Child #2, did not include the signature or professional title of the physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, making it invalid.

Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An electronic signature of the child's doctor and title was provided on the health assessment, however, after the inspection the director informed child's parents that a written signature was requested. If the signature is not obtained by 5/29/2026 the family may be asked to pause services until obtained. (Date was obtained and sent to CR on 5.21.26)
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: In the Young Toddler Room, the garbage can was broken, which caused the lid not to open when stepping on the lever, therefore, it was not hands-free.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The garbage can was replaced with a non-broken hands free garbage can.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The two (2) most recent Health Assessments in the file for Staff #3 exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement. The file for Staff #4 did not contain a dated Health Assessment, therefore, the date of assessment could not be determined, making it invalid.

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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon review of the file, the health assessment for Staff#3 exceeded the 24 month renewal requirement. Education was provided that the renewal date must be exactly 24 months or less from the former health assessment. Staff #4 informed that the date was missing from the health exam. Staff#4 was asked to obtain the date of the health exam by 5/22/2026. Staff#4 to obtain a copy of the dated health exam by 5/22/2026.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #5 did not include any nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Hard copies of the electronic references from 3-16-2026 and 3-23-2026 were printed and filed in secured hard file.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Plan did not contain language regarding volunteers.

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.)
Volunteer language was added to the emergency plan.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: As confirmed by the operator, a letter was not provided to the parent of each enrolled child, explaining the emergency procedures.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency transportation letter for families was expanded to include details of the emergency procedures. The new letter will replace the former letter issued to parents and will be issued during orientation as well as posted in parent corners.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 contained Fire Safety Training on 3.3.25 and 4.3.26, which exceeded the annual requirement.

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. 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.)
Fire safety training will be completed on or before the anniversary date of the previous training. Training language has been updated from "annually" to specifically require completion by or before the anniversary date of the previous training in the policy.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 did not contain documentation of 12 clock hours of child care training between 10.15.24 and 10.14.25, as only 1 1/2 hours were provided.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. 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 member #2 shall obtain 10 1/2 hours of training to cover the timeframe of 10/15/2024 to 10/14/2025. These trainings shall be completed by 5/26/2026. Then for the timeframe of 10/15/2025-10/14/2026 another 12 hours of training to be completed.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.31(f)(7)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training - Emergency preparedness/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(7)/3270.192(2)(iii)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Emergency Plan Training on 3.31.26, which exceeded 90 days of hire. The file for Staff #2 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Emergency Plan Training on 3.24.25, which exceeded 90 days of hire.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility) within the meaning of those terms under 602(a)(1) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C.A. § 5195a(a)(1)) 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.)
Documentation from previous Emergency Plan trainings was transferred from a file folder to each staff member's personnel file and maintained with the current training documentation.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #4 and Staff #5 did not contain the required out-of-state clearances, and no applications for those clearances were available.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff #4 and Staff #5 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 and Staff #5 were asked to provide copies of determined missing out-of-state clearances for verification and filing purposes. The Director shall work directly with newly hired staff to obtain copies of the required clearances and ensure all documentation is maintained in the personnel file. If the required clearances or proof of application cannot be provided, the employees can not work in a child care position until the required documentation is obtained and placed on file in accordance with PA DHS/OCDEL regulations. The director will contact OCDEL representative by 5/14/2026 or at OCDEL representative's availability to ensure that the staff is cleared to work in childcare upon further reviewing required documentation.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of classification as an assistant group supervisor, but did not contain documentation of child care experience, so it was unable to be determined if Staff #4 qualified as an AGS.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon review, the staff member was functioning in an orientation/training Teaching Aide role at the time of inspection. The title "Lead Teacher" was written by the staff member on the Shaken Baby Syndrome training and quiz documentation, which resulted in an incomplete assessment of the staff member's actual role at that time. The documentation was reviewed and clarified with the employee immediately.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #5 contained documentation of classification as an aide, but did not contain any documentation of education or child care experience, so it was unable to be determined if Staff #5 qualified as an aide.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. 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.)
Upon review, the employee's education documentation was confirmed to be maintained within the electronic personnel file; however, copies had not yet been placed in the employee's hard file at the time of inspection. The documentation was immediately printed and added to the hard file.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.61(c)/3270.61(h)(2)(iii) - 40 square feet wall-to-wall/Space may not be occupied by infant or young toddler Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61(c)/3270.61(h)(2)(iii)

Description: 40 square feet wall-to-wall/Space may not be occupied by infant or young toddler

Noncompliance Area: In the Young Toddler Room, with a measured capacity for six (6) children, there were five (5) preschoolers, one (1) older toddler, one (1) young toddler, and two (2) infants. Capacity was exceeded with infants and young toddlers in the room, and it was also not noted on the daily schedule.

Correction Required: Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40. When the number of older toddler, preschool or school-age children participating in a program activity exceeds the capacity of the child care space the space may not be occupied by children of the infant or young toddler age levels.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff trained to include " Double Capacity" on classroom schedules if doubling capacity for nap time. Capacity will not be exceeded other than at the allowable times and when it is on the daily schedule. Capacity will never be exceeded when infants or young toddlers are in the room.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.62(c)/3270.63 - Space safe for large muscle activity/Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.62(c)/3270.63

Description: Space safe for large muscle activity/Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play space, there were multiple hazards for children in care: eleven (11) large wood pallets against the wooden fence which created a scraping hazard, a broken metal vent on the adjacent building wall which created a cutting/scraping hazard, broken cement at the edge of the porch pad - approximately 1' high which created a tripping/scraping hazard, a bolt - approximately 3" high - was sticking up from the asphalt near the hose which created a cutting/scraping/tripping hazard, and the hose was unrolled and on the ground in the play space which created a tripping hazard..

Correction Required: Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity. 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 operator will contact the building owner regarding all identified maintenance repairs. Wood pallets will be removed from the area. The broken metal vent located on the adjacent building wall will be removed immediately and replaced with a safer plastic vent cover. A hose holder will be installed to properly secure and store the hose. The exposed bolt protruding from the asphalt will be safely covered or repaired to eliminate the hazard. The damaged cement along the edge of the porch pad will be repaired and resurfaced to support a safe environment.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit, located in the Infant Room, did not contain tweezers. The first-aid kit, located in the Older Toddler Room, did not contain nonporous 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.)
Tweezers were added to the first-aid kit in the Infant Room, and gloves were added to the first-aid kit in the Older Toddler Room.
2026-04-21 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The space between the Infant Room and the Young Toddler Room contained a soft, uneven section of the floor, which posed a tripping hazard for children in care.

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 operator will contact the owner regarding the flooring in the section of the flooring in the infant room. The infant room will immediately not be utilized to care for children until fixed. The owner and/or operator shall fix the flooring by 5/17/2026.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator in the kitchen at the facility lacked a thermometer.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration or food designee will continue to check the refrigerator temperature daily. Another operating thermometer was purchased and delivered so that each refrigerator has its own thermometer.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #4 contained an Agreement which did not specify the child's 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 agreement was reviewed with family and double checked for accuracy. Arrival and departure times added.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The Agreement for Child #1 and #2 lacked the persons designated by a parent 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.)
Agreements were reviewed with families for accuracy. The agreements were updated as per family requests and corresponding Emergency Contact Forms on file.
2025-04-01 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.)
Information reviewed with child#3's parent and updated.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #5 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact form reviewed with child's parent. Child's parent provided written consent for emergency medical care.
2025-04-01 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 policy number for the child. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #5 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.

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.)
Emergency contact forms reviewed with families for accuracy. Requests for updates sent to families of Child#2 and #5. Health Insurance information updated as applicable.
2025-04-01 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 #1 lacked the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 and #5 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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 teachers reviewed Emergency Contact forms with Child#1, Child #2, and Child #4 and Child #5.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact information was not present in the Older Toddler/Preschool for Child #7 and #8 who were present and receiving care in the room.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Digital copies of the Emergency Contact form in the space was created into a hard copy by the teacher.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 4th dose of the DTAP vaccination, 4th dose of the Pneumococcal vaccination, MMR, Varicella, and Hep A vaccinations as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.

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 childcare group settings). Child #3 must be dismissed from care by close of business 5/1/25 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 was dismissed by close of business 5/1/2025. Child's parent informed about immunization updates due. Child's parent chose to provide a written signed exemption letter.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The Health Report for Child #2 lacked a statement indicating the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The child's parent was contacted regarding completion of the DHS approapriate Child Health Assesment form. Child's parent to obtain updated form with statement from child's PCP.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: Observed the medication at the facility for Child #1 and #6 lacked written parental consent for administration of the medication.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Written consent forms on file for Child#1 and Child #6.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #3, a volunteer, who was observed providing direct care to children, lacked a Health Assessment

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The volunteer was immediately removed from volunteering without health assessment. An appointment was scheduled for the volunteer to obtain a health assessment. The volunteer's assessment was obtained 5/8/2025.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #3 did not contain the results of a tuberculin skin test, x-ray or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The volunteer was immediately removed from volunteering without test. The volunteer obtained a TB test 5/4/2025.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.162(a) - Four or more hours Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.162(a)

Description: Four or more hours

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, cert rep observed 11 children who had been receiving care for more than 4 hours and were not provided an appropriately timed meal or snack during that time.

Correction Required: If a child receives care for 4 or more consecutive hours, nutritional, appropriately-timed meals and snacks shall be served.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Healthy snacks are in the classrooms. Children are to eat approapriately timed nutritional snacks and meals. The director trained staff on this regulation.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked written statements provided by the parents giving the formula and feeding schedule for the infants in care.

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.)
In addition to digital schedules and verbal communications currently used, hard copies of formula and feeding schedules shall be obtained from the parent and inserted in classroom binder.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(c)

Description: Safe routes posted

Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not have written notification of safe routes posted by the operator in a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.

Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility director posted a Safe routes and safety procedures document next to the emergency plans in classrooms. This document was reviewed to ensure it meets regulatory and safety standards.
2025-04-01 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 file for Child #2 contained a financial agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.

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 financial agreement was updated March of 2025.
2025-04-01 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 for Child #5 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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.)
Upon discovery, the facility contacted the parent/guardian of Child #5 and obtained a signed consent for the administration of minor first-aid. The Emergency Contact form was updated and filed appropriately.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained a foreign degree and foreign transcripts and therefore their credentials could not be determined.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1's signed Master's Degree(on file) will be evaluated through an official foreign degree evaluation service. The director will obtain evaluation resources from DHS Representative 5/2/2025 and seek to have the degree evaluated.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facilities emergency plan lacked 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 director added a lock-down section to the facility's emergency plan and posted it throughout the center.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2, lacked documentation of the required 12 annual clock hours of childcare training.

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.)
Staff#2 has been scheduled to complete the remaining required training hours by 6/1/2025. Once completed, certificates of completion will be added to their personnel file and documented in the training log.
2025-04-01 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: Although the file for Staff #1 contained a complete State Police Clearances at the time of inspection, it was observed that the file lacked a request for the State Police Clearance dated prior to the date that Staff #1 began working with children. The file for Staff #3, a volunteer, lacked a NSOR Certificate.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff#1 had a copy of State Police Clearance from 3/2023 in digital file and a hard copy of clearance ordered through RKAELC from 3/2025. A copy of the digital version was printed and filed in hard copy folder. The volunteer was immediately removed from volunteering pending hard copy results. Copy received 5/5/2025 and sent to DHS Inspection Representative 5/6/2025.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.33(a) - Each staff person meets quals Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)

Description: Each staff person meets quals

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1, was observed acting as an assistant group supervisor, the file for Staff #1 contained a foreign degree and therefore their staff qualifications for the position could not be determined.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1's signed Master's Degree(on file) will be evaluated through an official foreign degree evaluation service. The director will obtain evaluation resources from DHS Representative 5/2/2025 and seek to have the degree evaluated. Staff #1 being used as a supervised aide until her foreign degree is evaluated effective 5/2/25.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.61(h) - Exceeding Capacity Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61(h)

Description: Exceeding Capacity

Noncompliance Area: Children were observed at the following times in the Middle Classroom: 11:00 AM, 6 children were observed receiving care in the Middle Classroom 11:30 AM, 4 children were observed receiving care in the Middle Classroom 12:30 AM, 6 children were observed receiving care in the Middle Classroom The Middle Classroom has a capacity of 3 children.

Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director posted maximum capacity signs in the childcare spaces. Teachers, directors, staff persons will ensure that the maximum capacity for each space is not exceeded and will use a check sheet to monitor for compliance in the indoor/outdoor space.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.62(b) - Play space - 65 square feet/child Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.62(b)

Description: Play space - 65 square feet/child

Noncompliance Area: At 10:00 AM, 15 children, ranging from infants to preschool aged children, were observed receiving care in the Outdoor play space that has a designated maximum capacity of 14.

Correction Required: Outdoor or indoor play space shall be measured at 65 square feet per child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Maximum capacity notices displayed throughout licensed spaces by the director. Teachers, directors, staff persons will ensure that the maximum capacity for each space is not exceeded and will use a check sheet to monitor for compliance in the indoor/outdoor space.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.63

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: The one end of the facilities outdoor play space is open to a parking lot where individuals entering the facility pull to park their cars. There is no barrier to prevent the children from entering the parking lot.

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.)
In addition to staff serving as a barrier to help keep children from unsafe areas or conditions a second fence will be installed. Staff will utilize indoor space for gross motor play.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In the Infant Room, 2000 Flushes Blue Plus Bleach Tablets labeled, "Keep out of the reach of children" were observed on a low shelf accessible to 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 Infant Room was not being utilized at the time of finding with a gate blocking accessibility for children. The director ensured the materials were locked away.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: The Infant Room lacked a first aid kit in the childcare space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Although the space was not being used at the time of finding a first aid kit was placed into the space.
2024-12-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Crib #1 had a plastic mattress which was ripped approximately 2", which would be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Crib #2 had a plastic crib mattress with was ripped approximately 1", which would be 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.)
Provider removed the unused cribs that contained tears in mattresses.
2024-12-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: In the Preschool Room, five (5) window slats, which children use to look outside, were broken, which creates a hazard for children in care. Unfinished drywall, located around the light switch outside of the restroom, left a gap of approximately 1/2" into the wall, which creates a hazard for children in care.

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.)
Provider removed blinds with broken window slats and immediately restricted access to blinds with broken slats. Blinds with broken slats were replaced with roller shades. The unfinished drywall located around the light switch of the staff bathroom was sealed and repaired. Teachers and/or the center director will monitor window blinds and coverings for compliance.
2024-12-23 Allocated 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 Fire System Testing Log contained documentation that the fire system was tested on 9.6.24 and 10.22.24, which exceeded the required 30-day testing.

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.)
Fire drills are being conducted within 30 days. A new role of a Fire Safety Compliance team lead has been created to help monitor compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)). .
2024-12-23 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2024-07-24 Unannounced Monitoring 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: Staff #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff #1 has not completed the following pre-service training require prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, Staff #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Staff #1, Staff #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff#1 completed Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid 07/27/2024.
2024-07-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire date (SEE IS CODE SHEET): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff #1 completed the following required pre-service training beyond 90 days of their hire date: Get Started with Center-Based Care - Revised 2022 (6/17/24)

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff #1 will have until 8/10/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff #1must 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 #1, Staff #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff#1 completed Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid 07/27/2024.
2024-05-21 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: Observed one crib in use that was not labeled for the 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.)
The crib was labeled for the use of a specific child during inspection.
2024-05-21 Renewal 3270.131(a)(3)/3270.182(1) - Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for child #1 was dated more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility. It was dated 8/2022 and the child's start date was 3/2024.

Correction Required: The initial health report for an older toddler or preschool child shall be dated no more than 1 year prior to 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.)
Child's parent informed about health assessments needing updated. A plan was created. Child's mom to take child to receive an updated wellness exam from PCP or MedExpress by 7/5/2024.
2024-05-21 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for child #1 who is a preschooler exceeds 12 months. The health assessment is dated 8/2022.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of Child#1 was informed about the health assessment needing updated. A plan of action was put into place. Child's mom to to take child to receive an updated exam from PCP or MedExpress or to supply a copy of exam completed within last 12 months by 7/5/2024.
2024-05-21 Renewal 3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3) - Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3)

Description: Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for staff #1 lacks the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff#'s physical exam results from 4/2024 was returned with DHS Staff Health Assessment form and is in the staff file.
2024-05-21 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 file for child #2 lacks signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid for the child.

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 medical care and minor first aid procedures were reviewed with child's mom. Child's mother provided written parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid.
2024-05-21 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 criminal clearance that is on file for staff #1 is actual the receipt that indicates that there is "no record" as opposed to the actual clearance with the official seal on it.

Correction Required: CPSL hiring practices must be followed. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until an actual criminal clearance is on file. 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.)
Facilty Person#1's criminal clearance was reordered. The actual clearance with the official seal on it was received and filed. The clearance still indicates "No Record".
2024-05-21 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks verification of completion of High School.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of Staff#1's high school diploma was obtained on 5/22/2024 and filed.
2023-09-20 Initial review 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: Observed an unstable shelf/cubby in the rear lobby/entrance area to the facility that is accessible to children and for use by the children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility shall use anti-tip safety anchors to secure the cubby located at the rear lobby entrance to the wall.
2023-09-20 Initial review 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility shall provide a clean operable refrigerator to store potentially hazardous foods.
2023-09-20 Initial review 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacks a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.

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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 shall maintain a updated health assessment according to PA Code Chapter 3270.151(a).192(4).
2023-09-20 Initial review 3270.27(a) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacks an emergency plan.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility shall have a posted emergency plan according to PA code chapter 3270.27.
2023-09-20 Initial review 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 all designated child care spaces.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility will have a first aid kits available as determined by PA Code chapter 3270.75.

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